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Verdict Staff

AXA IM launches new European credit fund

AXA Investment Managers, an asset management firm, has reportedly launched a European credit fund in response to strengthen its smart beta range of funds.

Fox Financial Planning Network launches AdvisorTouch Symphony

Fox Financial Planning Network (FFPN) has launched AdvisorTouch Symphony, the only program of its kind to help financial advisory firms harness the power of combining robo-technology with practice management.

Western Europe emerges as top investment destination with FDI projects at record high: EY

FDI into Europe hits a new record with US$305bn attracted into the region in 2014, translating to a 36% year-on-year growth, despite global growth slowdown, according to a report by EY.

Credit Suisse bolsters fixed income team in India

Credit Suisse has strengthened its fixed income team in India with appointments of Rajiv Baruah and Gaurav Pradhan.

UBS and PwC Billionaires’ report examines trends in wealth across US, Europe and Asia

UBS and PwC have launched the 2015 Billionaires Report, ‘Billionaires: Master architects of great wealth and lasting legacies’ examining the differences between billionaires’ wealth creation, preservation and philanthropic practices across the US, Europe and Asia.

Shaw to hire 30 wealth advisors across Australia

Shaw Stockbroking is reportedly planning to hire up to 30 private-wealth advisors across Australia to expand its business in the region.

Old Mutual Global Investors names new senior sales manager for Hong Kong

Old Mutual Global Investors (OMGI) has appointed Allen Chiu as a senior sales manager for its Hong Kong team.

LNG Capital rolls out new share class for flagship fund

LNG Capital, a UK-based absolute return asset management firm, has introduced a new share class for its flagship Europa Credit Fund.

ANZ debuts in $14bn ETF market

ANZ Banking Group has formed a joint venture with London-based ETF Securities to launch a range of exchange traded funds (ETFs) for Australian investors and self-managed super funds.

Samena Capital buys major stake in Kleinwort Benson’s UK private banking unit

Dubai-based Samena Capital has acquired up to 31.2% stake in Kleinwort Benson Bank, Kleinwort Benson’s UK-based private banking unit, for £15m in cash.