Fees
DB transfer contingent charging ban branded ‘confusing’
Overseas firms ‘exempted’ but non-FCA advisers shouldn’t be signing off pension transfers, says one CEO
FCA investigating Quilter subsidiary over DB pension transfers
UK regulator also orders firm to appoint skilled person to conduct review
Insurers asked to waive fees and delay payments amid covid-19
To help clients who are struggling financially during the outbreak
UK watchdog proposes 1.6% rise in adviser regulatory fees
But, due to coronavirus, 71% of firms that pay minimum levies will see no change
Will the fee-based advisory model gain ground in Asia?
Recent regulatory developments are ‘worth watching’ as they can influence a larger shift in region