Wealth management

“It’s a jolly sight harder staying independent than I thought”

Professional Adviser | 09 Feb 2012 | 08:00

The FSA began its final round of RDR surgeries last week, less than a year before full roll-out of the new rules. But surprises continue to crop up...

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Sesame Bankhall appoints head of wealth management team

Sesame Bankhall Group has set up a team to deliver its new wealth management propositions to advisers, bringing in industry veteran Pan Andreas to head it up.

IFAonline | 04 Jan 2012 | 10:15
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Wealth manager Collins Stewart acquired in £250m deal

Canadian brokerage Canaccord has agreed terms on a takeover of UK wealth manager Collins Stewart Hawkpoint in a deal which values the advisory business at more than £253m.

IFAonline | 15 Dec 2011 | 18:15

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Isle of Man announces Foundations Act

The Isle of Man has received the Royal seal of approval for its Foundations Act. This latest piece of legislation adds to the Island’s offering as a centre for international wealth management, and puts it ahead of other centres who have still to usher in its Foundations law.

International Investment | 21 Nov 2011 | 08:25

RBC expands its investment offering

Royal Bank of Canada (RB) Wealth Management has made several appointments to boost its onshore and offshore advisory services.

International Investment | 14 Nov 2011 | 08:25
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Jersey-based Affinity Private Wealth sets out its stall

The newly formed wealth management group will use cutting edge technology and a contemporary approach to financial advice.

International Investment | 11 Nov 2011 | 09:45
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Advisers welcome FSA drawdown probe

Advisers have welcomed news the FSA is writing to advice firms about drawdown to monitor trends in the light of April’s new rules, as a remedy for drawdown abuse.

Professional Adviser | 03 Nov 2011 | 00:00
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Sanlam to acquire Merchant Securities for £12.2m

Sanlam UK is set to acquire wealth management firm Merchant Securities for £12.247m as it looks to further expand its UK footprint.

IFAonline | 31 Oct 2011 | 08:47
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Stonebridge and Moneygate form WM joint venture

Mortgage and insurance network Stonebridge Group has partnered with national IFA Moneygate in a joint venture tie-up aimed at expanding its wealth management arm.

IFAonline | 11 Oct 2011 | 15:17
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US wealth manager headcount shrunk by 14,000 last year

The number of financial advisers in the US - including wealth managers, IFAs and bank and insurer tied advisers – is declining rapidly just as demand for their services increases, according to new data.

IFAonline | 26 Aug 2011 | 07:15

RBC Wealth Management boosts Middle East desk

RBC Wealth Management has beefed up its Middle East desk with the appointment of two new directors.

International Investment | 14 Jul 2011 | 07:55
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Wealth manager AFH Financial completes float and eyes deals

Discretionary wealth manager AFH Financial Group has floated on the PLUS-quoted market following a successful subscription raising £1,757,000.

IFAonline | 23 Jun 2011 | 09:25
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World's richest to banks: We don't trust you anymore

The world's richest clients are now less loyal to their private bankers and wealth managers as well as less trusting and more demanding, according to a PwC survey.

IFAonline | 21 Jun 2011 | 08:00

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