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Bigger pension pots push annuity premiums to record levels

This pushed the average annuity purchase value to £84,000, up 7% year on year and above £80,000 for the first time.

European ETF investors kick off 2026 with €36bn equity surge

A record-breaking January, a sharp reversal in precious metals and a cooling of the China trade suggest investors are becoming more selective.

Danske Bank once again ranked number 1 by major Nordic corporations and institutional clients

Strong customer relationships, a thorough understanding of clients’ needs, and the ability to deliver solutions across the full range of products.

Schroders takeover shows US interest in UK companies

The companies announced their agreement to combine and create one of the world’s largest active wealth managers on Thursday (February 12).

Investor climate concern high, but lack awareness of what funds are doing

The disconnect between everyday life and consumers’ investments is stark.

Building portfolio resilience in a volatile world

An important nuance to this, she explained, is that investors should look beyond the promise of static returns, to focus on cash flow and governance discipline.

UK’s largest local government pension pool invests £70m to build single-family rental homes in Cambridge in a landmark deal

It also marks Border to Coast’s first investment into single-family housing, a focus of its UK Real Estate Fund.

Paul Hogg: Advisers are being left stranded by the investment gap

Advisers know what to do with near-term liquidity needs through cash and cash-equivalent products.

Aviva Investors seeks to tokenise products on the XRP Ledger in collaboration with Ripple

The collaboration is Ripple’s first with an investment management business based in Europe, building upon the firm’s significant experience working with financial institutions in other regions.

Standard Life completes £700m Bulk Purchase Annuity with the Deloitte UK defined benefit pension scheme

As part of the transaction, Standard Life will equalise Guaranteed Minimum Pensions (GMP) on behalf of the Scheme following buyout.

German retail funds inflows jump to four-year high

ETFs drive new business while Spezialfonds double sales

Only 11% of UK adults meet basic benchmarks of true financial security

When asked to rate their overall financial readiness, people gave an average score of 5.6 out of 10, which Iress says shows more confidence than their vulnerability suggests.

Polar Capital value duo: Why ‘Victorian’ UK index might be the ‘best thing’

Managers on the firm's UK Value Opportunities fund say geopolitics is driving investors to seek non-tech related gains

Aviva Clarity marks 100 deals...

...as insurer unveils fast-track route to accelerate buy-outs.

Clarity Has Been Named UK & Ireland M-Files Partner of the Year

This accolade recognises Clarity’s exceptional performance, strategic commitment, and unmatched client success in delivering M-Files solutions across the region.

Platforum: What mainstream investing means for advice

This shift in financial behaviour and perception is already having an impact on the investment industry and we are starting to see some of the main winners and losers.

Countrywide Assured expands access to onshore bond through AJ Bell

The UK subsidiary of Chesnara is looking to strengthen its presence in the tax and estate planning space

Schroders Solutions awarded significant OCIO mandate for E.ON’s UK pension scheme

This follows a comprehensive strategic review by the Group Trustee of the Group’s long-term investment needs, with a focus on achieving value for money.

Degussa achieves record results in 2025 and, as a leading precious metals trader, comments on current price volatility.

Despite increased financing costs due to higher interest rates, Degussa was able to continue offering attractive terms and ensuring a stable and successful business.

BlackRock brings Preqin into Aladdin private markets

The combined platform is designed to support investors as allocations to private assets grow, shared BlackRock.

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