05/16/2022
Low risk pension transfers needlessly halted due to weakness in new rules
The new MaPS data shows that overseas investments were the most common cause of an ‘amber flag’ being raised by the trustees of a transferring pension scheme.
Alternative Investments
05/15/2022
UniCredit, Citi consider swapping assets with Russian institutions - FT
Citi Chief executive Jane Fraser said last year the bank would divest its Russia consumer business
05/13/2022
Aegon reports first quarter 2022 results
Cash Capital at the Holding increases by EUR 539 million to EUR 1,817 million during the first quarter of 2022, largely driven by divestment proceeds
05/13/2022
CIO Talk: Cautious approach counters market wobble
What would he do if he was going abroad on holiday? For anyone who craves certainty, “get your currency bought now”, Gary advises.
05/13/2022
RBS International delivers asset-backed facility to SME investment fund
The facility will provide a bridge between investments and exit proceeds and allow further support for UK SMEs.
05/12/2022
EBRD supports Ukraine electricity transmission company, backed by EU guarantee
The EBRD has pledged to invest €1 billion this year in supporting the Ukrainian economy, with donors and partners.
05/12/2022
GDP shrinks as individuals cut spending
March was the fourth consecutive month of negative growth in the motor industry.
05/12/2022
Hargreaves Lansdown assets and new business fall in Q1
HL said this reflected the moderation of flows seen across the market and highlighted that 2021 figures benefited from improving markets and investor confidence.
05/12/2022
TEAM Asset Management acquires Jersey-based investment consultancy
The acquisition is subject to approval by the Jersey Financial Services Commission.
05/12/2022
Inflows to global ETFs slowed in April
Marked decrease from March
05/12/2022
New sustainable Irish headquarters for IQ-EQ
The building has a Gold Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED) certification
05/12/2022
Allianz achieves 3.2 billion euros operating profit
This is matched by the strength of our people.
05/11/2022
MGIM launches Global Sustainable Equity fund
The actively-managed fund will integrate ESG criteria into its stock selection process, aiming to achieve a better overall ESG rating and environmental footprint relative to its benchmark.
05/11/2022
7IM boosts retirement planning services with partnership
It wants to create flexibility for financial advisers and their clients
05/11/2022
Northern Trust Enhances Onboarding Journey for Investors in Private Capital Funds
Agreement with Fenergo Accelerates Fund Managers’ Speed-to-Market and Drives Efficiencies Across the Investor Lifecycle
05/11/2022
What if We Ranked CEOs Like Fund Managers?
Are any of the world's most famous CEOs deserving of Gold ratings?
05/11/2022
Multi-asset CIO champions alts role as defence in volatile times
Many pockets of alternatives look more attractive than public equity and fixed income on a relative basis, according to Neuberger Berman’s Erik Knutzen.
05/11/2022
Geneva firm launches subscription based private equity platform
Qualfied investors will be able to access its offering for an annual fee of CHF 10,800.
05/10/2022
AllianzGI holds first close for Asia Pacific private credit fund at €450m
The fund, targeting €650m, is expected to have its final closing by the end of the year.
05/10/2022
7IM adds guaranteed income feature to Sipp
The feature allows advisers to offer their clients a guaranteed income producing asset alongside existing drawdown options and other investment strategies.