OMI’s Kenny on the high net worth ‘sweet spot’
Peter Kenny of Old Mutual International talks to International Adviser about the Isle of Man-based life company’s move into the high net-worth arena and the challenges and opportunities to come.
Profiles & Comment
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From shock to success: building The Fry Group’s reputation
James Sutton and David Pugh left the UK in search of fresh challenges in Asia. They discovered a marked difference in the quality of financial advice being offered there and set about ensuring The Fry Group raised the standard.
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Phoenix Group on growing and consolidating its brood
Having bought Axa Wealth and Abbey Life in 2016, Phoenix Life chief executive Andy Moss tells International Adviser about the group’s consolidation history and how it brings all of its new business on board.
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Bringing Spain’s financial advice up to Speed
Andrea Speed is leading by example in trying to improve the quality of advice and industry practice in Spain.
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European earnings growth set to drive equities in 2017
European corporate earnings are on course to post one of their best years since the financial crisis, says Mark Denham, the new manager of the Carmignac Grande Europe Fund.
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Ascor on leading the way ahead of South Africa’s RDR
Advisory firm Ascor has rewritten the rule book for financial advisers in South Africa, adopting a best-practice approach years ahead of the country’s imminent regulatory changes. Its co-founders believe the industry is taking great leaps forward, ensuring a more professional and client-focused future
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Why life insurance wrappers still benefit expats in the UAE
The benefits of life insurance wrappers still outweigh direct investment in funds for expatriate customers in the UAE despite the significant regulatory change underway, says Philip Cernik of Friends Provident International.
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Talib Sheikh on the bespoke nature of JPM AM’s income fund
The co-managers behind JP Morgan Asset Management’s flagship Global Income Fund build customised, income-orientated ‘sleeves’ with the aim of delivering an attractive yield and capital appreciation to boot.
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Trump victory shines light on infrastructure
Donald Trump’s surprise victory in the US presidential election has moved infrastructure investment to the top of the agenda in Washington. But should investors follow suit?
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Cerno Capital’s James Spence on his Asian adventure
With a mistrust of global macro managers and concerns over an economic cycle ‘de-fanged’ by central banks, Cerno’s co-founder is drawing on his ‘apprenticeship’ in Asia to inform his current investment choices.
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Forth Capital’s Tracy on why it was time to leave Dubai
Forth Capital founder and chief executive Tom Tracy explains the firm’s departure from Dubai and its plans to pivot towards its most profitable and new markets.
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Don’t underestimate the US growth engine – Slater
Baillie Gifford’s North America head says investors have persistently underestimated the strength of the US economy and continue to do so