Chancellor George Osborne has set out an array of business-friendly measures as he looks to the private sector to rejuvenate the nation's economy.

Chancellor George Osborne has slashed corporation tax as part of a bold plan to stimulate Britain's economy and private sector.

Axa Wealth is doubling its number of platform consultants on the back of growing demand for the Elevate platform.

Inflation increased at its fastest pace in more than two years last month, mounting further pressure on the Bank of England to hike interest rates.

Wealth manager Heartwood has launched its investment management arm as a separate division as it looks to enter the "new and larger league" of investment managers.

Public borrowing is forecast to be lower this year in a sign the government is gaining control of the public finances.

Five companies involved in unscrupulous property investment schemes which cost victims over £280,000 have been forced into liquidation following a government investigation.

London & Capital's Managed Portfolios are now available on Transact as the wealth manager's drive to make discretionary fund management accessible to the mass market gains traction.

Investment manager JM Finn & Co has launched an outsourcing discretionary management service for advisers.

Cautious Managed funds held onto top spot on Cofunds in February as multi-manager propositions continue to hold sway.