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Investing in Europe Means Looking Beyond the Index

Europe’s economic challenges haven’t disappeared, but a new policy regime and multiyear capital cycle could create opportunities for long-term investors.

Overseas investments amber flag finally removed after years of industry lobbying

The direction of travel is positive, although the devil will ultimately be in the legislative detail.

M&G plc 2026 Q3 trading update

In a volatile external environment, we continued to grow and make good progress against our strategic objectives.

Transact upgrades intelliflo integration to cut adviser admin

The tool allows advisers to update client records directly from Transact, reducing the need for manual data entry.

UniCredit Life Insurance: the merger of UniCredit Vita Assicurazioni creates a new, more efficient and innovative life insurance company.

The merger creates a solid, efficient company with advanced and competitive insurance products, thanks in part to the financial expertise of the UniCredit Group.

Government seeks views on extending guided retirement to Sipps

The wider framework is intended to help savers access a sustainable retirement income without having to navigate complex decisions themselves.

Swiss ILS Boutique Merges with British Competitor

In the «catastrophe bond» niche, a Zurich-based and a London-based company are joining forces.

Fiera Real Estate and Packaged Living secure £70 million Homes England investment for FRESH

FRESH is targeting a £1 billion portfolio of high-quality, professionally managed family rental homes across supply-constrained UK locations.

BBVA taps the market with a two-tranche senior preferred green bond in Swiss francs

This issuance is part of BBVA Group's 2026 funding plan and aims to strengthen its buffer of eligible liabilities to meet the MREL requirement.

Eurozone GDP: Strong headline, steady underlying growth

All told, headline GDP growth in the eurozone is vulnerable to a sharp slowdown and possibly a negative quarter in the near-term, given that recent exceptional strength has been driven by volatile Irish GDP.

State pensioners could increase income to £18,500 with two DWP benefits

The benefits are not means-tested, meaning income and savings will not affect eligibility.

Czech billionaire offers €30bn for Ray-Ban family holding based in Luxembourg

Leonardo Maria said he would continue to “protect and safeguard what my father built,” ensuring that ownership of Delfin remains Italian

Utmost announces the completion of the sale of Utmost Life and Pensions to JAB Insurance

The completion of the transaction further simplifies the Group’s structure and supports Utmost’s continued focus on its core international wealth solutions businesses.

Beyond the numbers | Why advisers should encourage families to talk about money

Advisers should know the most appropriate moment to talk with the clients about conversations with wider family

Brits nearly twice as likely to spot pressure tactics in horror films as investment red flags

The pattern also holds for other pressure tactics.

Brand Champions COO named Operations Professional of the Year

Kerry Nicholson was selected as the winner from a shortlist of four operations professionals

London Stock Exchange welcomes Abenójar Tungsten to the Main Market

The company’s flagship asset is the El Moto tungsten and gold project in Ciudad Real, central Spain.

UK property transactions fall as buyers face renewed mortgage rate pressure

Higher borrowing costs are making buyers more cautious, while the greater number of homes available is putting pressure on sellers to price realistically.

The changing legal and regulatory context as asset managers scale up in private markets

Will Normand is Head of Asset Management at the firm, where he’s worked for 14 years.

The role of emerging market debt in diversifying global investment portfolios

The relationship has also been visible across European government bond markets, as higher energy prices have fed inflation concerns and changing expectations for monetary policy.

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