A new qualification for IFAs in New Zealand has been compared to the certificate a hairdresser would receive.

National Insurance Contributions (NICs) holidays have come into effect for new businesses outside London, the South East and East of England.

The lack of international acquisitions by UK companies is holding up the nation's economic recovery while countries such as India and China thrive, according to KPMG.

Bankhall will host a series of adviser forums over the next month with a focus on wealth management and professional development.

RBS has announced a further 3,500 job cuts across England and Scotland in the firm's technical and back office divisions.

A new code of conduct for financial advisers in New Zealand is a step closer to implementation after draft proposals were approved.

The FTSE fell back slightly in early trading on Thursday despite strong overnight showings on Wall Street and in Asia.

The FTSE advanced in early trading following positive overnight signs in the US and a mini rally in Asia.

Markets on both sides of the Atlantic have continued on their downward trajectory amid fears about the economic recovery.

Small businesses are being urged to share their experiences of dealing with banks with the Office of Fair Trading (OFT).