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Hargreaves: Bitcoin has 'no intrinsic value' after FCA lifts ban

As the FCA's ban lifts, HL confirms it won't offer crypto ETNs on its platform until early next year.

Retirement ‘expectation gap’ widens as cost of living bites

The study revealed rising living costs, pension insecurity and ongoing financial pressures as they key factors pushing expectations further from aspiration.

CAIA report outlines real world Total Portfolio Approach

Looks at implementation in practice

Empowering clients to navigate pivotal moments

Client experience is shaped by daily interactions and key moments that build trust and lasting relationships, where interpersonal connection is as crucial as technical expertise.

What the World Government Bond Index tells us about the world

US government shut-downs are possible again as the world’s largest economy reaches its ‘Debt Ceiling’ – the maximum amount of money the country can legally borrow.

UK's soaring wealth gap entrenched by property ownership and pensions

That's equal to about £1.3m in total and is 12 years above the 40-year working lifespan of the average Briton.

Canada's Dawson Partners pushes into EMEA private wealth

The Toronto and London based-Dawson Partners, which specialises in secondaries, has hired Pimco's former head of UK wealth sales and is preparing an evergreen fund for the region.

Private credit driven by investor demand for liquidity, customisation, rated notes and co-investment

Investor appetite for co-investment has surged with 92% of managers reporting an increase in investor demand for co-investment (up from 70% in 2023).

L&G expands Guided Retirement Planner to support younger DC members

Expansion broadens access to all members to help younger people take important early actions that build long-term financial outcomes and confidence

Systematic hedge funds hit with daily losses in October, says Goldman Sachs

Losses stemmed from crowded trades and a sell-off where funds, seeking to curtail losses, rushed to dump bets simultaneously.

Universal Investment Group makes first APAC move

Office opens in Singapore to service region

Fed Set to Drive Global Rate Cuts as Europe Shifts to Pause

Even in Switzerland, where one final reduction into negative territory is anticipated, that’s predicted to be a short-lived trough.

How pension reform is reshaping retirement income

Investment manager Steven Hay explains why the Baillie Gifford Monthly Income Fund is suited to address regulatory changes in the UK pension market

Man Group launches actively managed credit ETFs

Product launches and investment reports point to continued growth in private credit, including systematic approaches

Titan Square Mile downgrades Monks investment trust on Adair retirement

New ratings for responsible and fixed income funds

Mother-daughter protection duo on why more IFAs are seeking specialist help

The government’s plans on inheritance tax and the inclusion of pensions in estates from April 2027 are adding urgency and are now a major growth driver for JLHO.

Standard Life launches £1,000 flat-fee pension advice service

Pension provider has entered the space with a team of 10 advisers, and will target clients approaching retirement with £50,000 in their savings pot.

Beacon Wealth Management named in Top 50 firms in the UK

They were also commended for advisers holding advanced qualifications and a proven record of helping clients plan confidently for the future.

French asset managers complete merger

The new entity, which will retain the CPRAM name, will become the tenth largest asset manager in France with nearly €100 billion in assets under management.

Finli celebrates third anniversary with four more acquisitions

These latest deals add around £259m worth of assets and support the firm’s expansion into its core regions.

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