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Fidelity introduces suite of innovative tools and technologies for better retirement planning

Fidelity Investments has announced the first phase of a comprehensive suite of innovative tools and technologies developed to help thousands of American employers and millions of employees make better retirement planning decisions and ultimately try to help them achieve better retirement outcomes.

Switzerland passes law revision for tax data exchange

A new law revision has been approved, under which people suspected of tax evasion do not have to be informed if Switzerland shares information about them with other countries.

Towers Watson names new EMEA head of investment

Towers Watson has hired Ed Francis as new EMEA head of investment business, replacing Chris Ford.

BNP Paribas launches new training and development campus in Singapore

BNP Paribas has launched its new BNP Paribas Asia Pacific Training & Development Campus in Singapore.

SEC announces largest monetary sanction for Rule 105 short selling violations

The Securities and Exchange Commission has announced the largest-ever monetary sanction for Rule 105 short selling violations as a Long Island-based proprietary trading firm and its owner agreed to pay US$7.2 million to settle charges.

Liberty Street Advisors launches new REIT mutual fund

US-based Liberty Street Advisors has expanded its fund range by launching new REIT mutual fund called, Chilton Realty Income & Growth Fund.

Shariah-focused independent wealth unit Mahal Thqa debuts in Dubai

A new Shariah-focused independent wealth organisation called Mahal Thqa has been launched in Dubai.

Atlantic Trust appoints new vice president for Newport Beach office

Atlantic Trust, the US private wealth management division of CIBC, has appointed Charles Fowler as vice president of its Newport Beach office.

Lloyd George Management names new CIO

Lloyd George Management (LGM), a wholly owned subsidiary of BMO Financial Group, has appointed Thomas Vester as new chief investment officer (CIO).

Invesco elects Ben F. Johnson III to serve as board chairman

Invesco has announced that its board of directors has elected Ben F. Johnson III to serve as chairman.