Ascentric to roll out Hargreaves-style direct offering in Q1

The proposition, set for roll-out in Q1, will mimic Hargreaves Landsdown by offering a direct platform service to adviser clients. Advisers will be able to embed the D2C version of the wrap, which is being been developed by IFDL, into their websites. Initially consisting of a basic offering allowing investors to buy a SIPP, ISA or GIA, a second phase will offer more sophisticated web pages and tools to help clients with investment selections.  "This is very similar to the Hargreaves model," said Ascentric managing director Hugo Thorman (pictured). "Hargreaves is first and foremost ...