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The UK AIFM regime is changing – and for many fund managers, the path to authorisation may soon look very different

Those firms considering becoming authorised for the first time may wish to make a move before the reform takes place in order to enjoy a smoother transition of capital and liquidity along their growth journeys.

Young Brits trust AI more than media for investment advice

This is despite a lack of regulation for AI-based financial advice.

Pru Life UK relaunches PRULove Wealth Direct with affordable one-time premium of Php 50K for a limited time

Designed for customers seeking a simple, lower-risk option to grow their money

UK fund managers battling to run £1bn Scale-up Fund, reports say

M&G Investments and Schroders are said to be among those in contention

MMI London presentation to examine business relief planning

The presentation will place business relief within the wider inheritance tax planning toolkit and explore how advisers can assess its suitability alongside other available options.

UK businesses welcome political reset but seek greater policy certainty

Confidence in future growth is also translating into action, with 56 per cent of businesses planning to increase investment over the next 12 months and 46 per cent likely to seek new finance to support expansion and build resilience.

Plum axes multi-vendor UK stack for Upvest API

Plum is phasing out partners including Winterflood, Alpaca, and Quai to unify its UK and European investment infrastructure.

Candriam renames and repositions Candriam Bonds Total Return Fund

Manager cites added flexibility among objectives of shift

European banking rewards in 2026

European banking pay has passed its first post-cap AGM test, but scrutiny now shifts to performance, culture and governance coherence.

Aviva enhances High Value protection offering

Aviva has introduced a series of enhancements designed to broaden cover options, improve accessibility, and offer greater flexibility for advisers and clients.

Aegon AM launches financial credit opportunities fund

The strategy will invest in capital securities including subordinated debt issued by financial institutions globally.

Chesnara reports 38% boost in AuA after HSBC Life acquisition

This is projected to remain above the upper end of the group’s operating range following the completion of the Scottish Widows Europe SA acquisition later this year.

TMF Group expands financial services offering with the acquisition of Navigator Partners in Finland

The transaction gives TMF Group an immediate, robust platform into Finland’s funds, family office and foundation administration market.

Industry campaign reconnects customers with £2.5bn in forgotten financial products

The campaign, which launched in January 2026 with an initial full-year target of £1bn, has now increased its ambition to £5bn by the end of the year.

Aberdeen Investments merges real estate funds

Contingent on shareholder approval, the trusts will be combined into a £700m AUM vehicle in November 2026

US buyers snap up Europe’s asset managers at fastest rate in decades

European fund groups struggle as firms race to bulk up and expand globally

Commerz Real buys a further residential student complex in Dublin for institutional real estate fund

The seller is Harrison Street Asset Management, represented by Savills Ireland. It was agreed that confidentiality be maintained regarding the purchase price.

What could PM Andy Burnham mean for markets and your pension

Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions and oil above $93 a barrel are adding to concerns about inflation and interest rates.

Pensioners' urgent warning over State Pension payment date

While it may be a welcome boost for some people, it will mean the payment has to last longer, and some charities have said it can place extra pressure on already tight budgets.

The UK Qualifying Asset Holding Company Regime: A Competitive Framework for Funds with Genuine Economic Substance

The QAHC regime delivers substantial tax savings and operational efficiencies, and is designed to reward firms that maintain real substance in the UK.

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