Belgium reacts swiftly to MiFID II ruling
MiFID II, arguably one of the most far-reaching pieces of financial legislation to hit European shores in recent decades, is already beginning to have a direct impact in some corners of the Continent.
MiFID II, arguably one of the most far-reaching pieces of financial legislation to hit European shores in recent decades, is already beginning to have a direct impact in some corners of the Continent.
AES International has introduced a new partner to serve its ultra-high net worth and high net worth clients across the Middle East.
Pressure is mounting on insurance brokers in the UAE as the full scale of the upcoming regulatory requirements become clear and as some brokers warn they will report those firms which do not comply.
Advisers in the UAE are split on whether removing commission from the advice process would be good for consumers.
AES International has picked up two awards following its success in moving up the league rankings of the Sunday Times Virgin Fast Track 100 list of fastest growing companies in 2012.
Adrian Lyons is one of three senior advisers who have joined AES International in Qatar, as it expands its presence in the Gulf.
Sam Instone is a former soldier turned IFA, who built his reputation offering advice in hostile regions where other advisers feared to tread. He describes his tactics for introducing positive change to the industry
AES International is set to open an office in Saudi Arabia in the early part of this year, becoming the first expatriate-focused advisory firm to do so.
AES International has appointed lawyer James McLeod to its board as general counsel, responsible for corporate governance and risk management.
Expatriates who bounce cheques in the United Arab Emirates will still risk criminal charges, the Government has said, clarifying a matter that had been unclear in recent days, in the wake of conflicting media reports.
AES International has for the second year running joined the Sunday Times list of the 100 fastest growing companies in the UK and has in fact moved up the list by seven places from 11th in 2011 to fourth this year.
Mark Recardo, the former chief executive of International Financial Services Qatar, has joined AES International in Dubai.