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How much do you remember from the last seven days in financial services?

1. The Chinese economy grew by 7.7% in 2013, according to official figures. This is the slowest rate of growth in how long? a) 4 years b) 10 years c) 14 years Read the story 2. The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) hit investment advisers with a £105m levy for 2014/15, representing an increase of what on the last levy? a) 34% b) 45% c) 54% Read the story here 3. Fidelity unveiled the new pricing structure for its personal investing platform, revealing that it will undercut rivals Hargreaves Lansdown. Clients with up to £250k in assets will pay what annual management char...

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