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T+1 is coming: why the funds industry must confront its biggest settlement challenge yet

Preparation must come with a refreshed mindset when approaching the full settlement cycle

Updated Alternative Investment Funds Code of Practice, guidance and FAQs

These changes follow on from our 2025 consultation on aligning our EU-focussed AIF Code with AIFMD II, as well as the feedback paper published in February 2026.

Equity hedge funds post largest decline in six years

Oil price surge amid Iran conflict is main factor

Pressure on BP climbs as UK pension fund group joins dissenting vote chorus

Advisers such as Glass Lewis and ISS lead huge portions of shareholder votes and rarely push for votes against a firm's board.

Latvia to receive EIB guidance on unlocking stronger tech innovation

EIB experts will assess how Latvian businesses, research institutions and emerging technologies are supported and identify where policies and financing can be strengthened.

Royal London wins approval to deliver targeted support

Chief executive of advice Ben Hampton said the firm had worked closely with the regulator to design a framework that balances innovation with consumer protection.

The Private Office makes first acquisition in 7 years

The Private Office said the acquisition will add approximately £100mn in assets under management, taking the firm’s total to more than £3.1bn.

Markets see ceasefire boost, but inflation concerns persist given high demands

This was evidenced in the recent performance of the domestic facing index of mid-sized UK companies, falling around 8% since the outbreak of war.

LTAFs gain Isa access as retail push gathers pace

Data from Morningstar shows the LTAF market has already grown to around £7.3bn in assets under management, up from £5bn in June 2025, with a further £3.1bn in committed but uncalled capital.

“Dear Regulator…” – FundsTech 2026 conference keynote addresses UK AI tightrope

Asks if London can pursue innovation without becoming 'under-regulated' in competing with other financial centres

Hypothekarbank Lenzburg creates the basis for pension solutions in the Banking-as-a-Service business

Demand for pension solutions through collaborations with fintech startups is constantly increasing.

Online Trends Are Not the Enemy of Advice —They Are the Opportunity

John Westwood, Group Chairman, Blacktower FM discusses how digital and online trends such as social media and AI can be an adviser’s friend

Pensions expert Organon Trustees joins K3 Advisory Group

Organon Trustees provides tailored self-invested pension solutions, including SIPPs and SSASs, to high-net-worth clients through a network of professional advisers.

Edinburgh Worldwide board seeks shareholder support amid tender offer

Stakeholders in FTSE 250-listed investment firm EWIT will meet in Edinburgh on April 30.

Aberdeen launches global enhanced yield fund

It also explores the opportunity set globally by investing up to 30% allocation into emerging markets

Aegon to propose extension of the term of Lard Friese as CEO

The Board is very pleased to propose to our shareholders to extend his term until the AGM of 2030.

M&G grows core European logistics holdings with two acquisitions in the Netherlands

European logistics is being supported by changes to global supply chains, a lack of available space and relatively little new construction, with continued e commerce tailwinds providing an additional boost to demand.

M&G Completes Illiquid Asset Transfer to Facilitate £60m Bulk Annuity Transaction

The transaction was made possible through the firm’s £134 billion With-Profits Fund entering into a simultaneous market transaction to purchase an illiquid asset in-specie from the pension scheme.

CLO Refinancing Plans Put On Ice in Europe as Funding Costs Rise

Meanwhile managers continue to churn out new issue CLOs, which are currently more cost-effective.

Is it time to reassess European equities?

Europe is shedding the deflationary mindset that has prevailed for over a decade as it aims to reduce its dependence on export-led growth.

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