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Phoenix Companies partners with Credit Suisse to launch CS tactical multi asset index
The Phoenix Companies has entered into a partnership with Credit Suisse to license the CS Tactical Multi Asset Index, a new Exchange Traded Fund (ETF)-based index available exclusively to Phoenix fixed indexed annuities and managed directly by Credit Suisse.
Investment company UK Equity Income sector dividend increases beat inflation by more than 2% a year over 20 years
Investment company UK equity income sector dividend increases beat inflation by more than 2% a year over 20 years, according to figures released by the Association of Investment Companies (AIC).
Bank of England tells bankers to brace for a pay cut
Bank of Englands deputy governor Jon Cunliffe has warned that bankers are being paid too much and should expect a pay cut at a time when shareholders are losing out because of falling profits.
Nearly 60% of Android attacks use financial malware, Kaspersky Lab and Interpol survey
According to the results of the Mobile Cyber Threats survey issued by Kaspersky Lab and INTERPOL between August 2013 and July 2014, malicious programs targeting Android-based devices in order to steal money were used in 60% of attempted attacks registered by Kaspersky Lab security products.
UK government must close massive loophole on vetting financial services IT staff, says CISI
A major loophole in the UK’s criminal records checking system means that IT staff, including those working in critical functions within financial services firms are not permitted to be vetted for fraud, says Simon Culhane, Chartered FCSI and CEO of the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment.
JTC Group invests in Kensington Trust Group
JTC Group (JTC) has made investment in its Asian alliance partner, Kensington Trust Group (KTG), enhancing their strategic alliance which commenced early 2013.
Old Mutual to launch Pan African fund to UK investors
Old Mutual Global Investors (OMGI) is set to launch its first Pan African fund for UK investors.
Evanston Capital Management names new strategic business development head
Evanston Capital Management (ECM), a US-based alternative investment management firm, has hired Lance Donenberg as new principal and head of strategic business development.
Wafra and Greenstone to linkup within Gulf Cooperation Council
Wafra Investment Advisory Group and Greenstone Equity Partners have forged a strategic alliance to introduce Wafra’s institutional investment platform to GCC-based investors.
JPMorgan names new investment banking heads for France, Italy and Iberia
JPMorgan has named new heads of investment banking for France, Italy and Iberia as part of its strategy to bolster its operations across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region.