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April 03, 2006
Switzerland's Private Clients Gain More Access to Overseas FundsBERNE, Switzerland (HedgeWorld.com)--Switzerland's high-net-worth individuals--defined as those with at least 5 million Swiss francs ($3.8 million) invested in financial instruments--are to enjoy "qualified relationships" with their banks and fund managers beginning April 1 this year. In a directive issued earlier this month, the Swiss Federal Banking Commission, Switzerland's financial services...
April 01, 2006
Self ImprovementWhat are advisors' goals today? Improving business practices and investment knowledge, connecting with clients in a more challenging market, and making more tactical/opportunistic investments were...
March 26, 2006
Buzz MakersAviva PLC's unsolicited offer for the U.K. Prudential PLC (not the New Jersey Pru) may be taking place across the pond, but it's a pretty ...
March 01, 2006
About The ManagerAs senior managing director and director of systematic equity investments at Bear Stearns Asset Management, James O'Shaughnessy manages $7.1 billion, including sub-management of funds for...
February 26, 2006
Fate Of Investment Advice Provisions Hinges On House-Senate NegotiationsThe ability of insurance companies and their agents to easily provide investment advice to investors in defined contribution programs will be at stake as House ...
February 26, 2006
Fate Of Investment Advice Provisions Hinges On House-Senate NegotiationsThe ability of insurance companies and their agents to easily provide investment advice to investors in defined contribution programs will be at stake as House ...
February 01, 2006
About The ManagerIn a career spanning four decades, Mark Mobius has moved from the Northeast U.S. to the Far East, and from scientific research to investments, in...
February 01, 2006
Look Before SwitchingSwitching custodians. It's a decision that many advisors have already made or may make in the future. One of the most common reasons advisors choose...
January 05, 2006
AIG Unit Adds VA Living Benefit OptionA retirement services giant has developed a new twist on variable annuity guarantees.The company AIG SunAmerica Retirement Markets Inc., Los Angeles, says it has added ...