Future Advisory Forum Hong Kong 2017
IA presents photo highlights from the event, which was held on 10 October at the Island Shangri-La Hotel in Hong Kong.
Asia
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Adviser recruitment review positive for clients in Singapore
Most IFAs in Singapore believe that a review of the industry’s recruitment practices by the city state’s Life Insurance Authority (LIA) will have a positive impact on client outcomes.
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Guernsey waives promoter licences for over 100 territories
Investment promoters from a host of countries and territories will no longer have to obtain a licence from the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC) if their main place of business is in one of more than 100 jurisdictions.
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Future Advisory Forum Singapore 2017
IA presents video highlights from the event, which was held on 12 October at the Marina Mandarin Hotel in Singapore.
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Hong Kong advisers braced for more change
Two-thirds of advisers in Hong Kong believe the region’s newest regulatory body, the Insurance Authority, will have a moderate to considerable impact on their businesses, while all expect further regulatory changes to hit their businesses in the next year.
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The Fry Group unveils global multi-wrapper platform
International financial adviser The Fry Group has joined forces with the UK platform Nucleus and fintech firm Independent Strategic Group (ISG) to create a global multi-currency and wrapper platform in key expat markets around the world.
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Analysis: Why Malaysia appeals to advisers and life companies
Holborn Assets has embarked on ambitious plans to become the largest expat-focused financial advice firm in Malaysia by early next year following this month’s acquisition of a local business.
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Ex-Goldman veteran to launch Ucits Indian equity fund
The ex-CIO and lead portfolio manager of Goldman Sachs Asset Management’s (GSAM) Indian Equity Fund is launching a Ucits-compliant fund for UK and European clients.
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Chinese government wants stakes in widely-held web giants
China’s regulatory body for internet security is said to be in discussions for ownership stakes in tech giants such as Tencent and social media units under Alibaba, according to industry reports.
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A look in the portfolios of best and worst China funds
Midea Group, Agricultural Bank of China and Kweichow Moutai are three companies held predominantly in well-performing China equity funds, while Tencent Holdings is held by many poor performers.
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Future Advisory Forum Singapore 2017
IA presents photo highlights from the event, which was held on 12 October at the Marina Mandarin Hotel in Singapore.
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Unsent text is last will says Australian court
An unsent text message has been accepted as an official will by an Australian court.