Novia's ongoing arrangement to build and administer Aegon's platform netted the group's subsidiary £1m in 2012, the latest results have revealed.
Aegon's net income fell 2% in the first half of this year, as higher underlying earnings were offset by losses on hedges due to rising equity markets and volatility - and an £18m loss on the sale of Positive Soltuions.
A surprisingly low percentage of consumers consult an adviser on a regular basis regarding their pension planning, according Aegon research.
Providers - and adviser Almary Green - have given their verdicts on news today that the government plans to lift NEST's contribution cap and transfer restrictions in 2017.
The Retail Distribution Review (RDR) is benefiting adviser businesses in both, profitability and the value of their advice, provider Aegon has claimed.
Network Intrinsic is set to buy national IFA firm Positive Solutions from parent company Aegon.
The trade union which represents Aegon staff has branded the life company's move to cut 160 roles as "devastating".
Aegon is cutting its sales force and support roles by 160 with immediate effect and will be closing all six regional sales centres over the next six months.
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