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Graham Harvey, managing director of individual protection at Friends Provident, on the impact an often overlooked illness can have on people’s finances.

In his latest ‘Thoughts on…’ series, business consultant Steve Billingham explains why smaller outfits may come across as more ‘authentic’ to clients…

Jason Hepner, investment director for Global Strategy at Standard Life Investments, on tightening tensions in China

A sea change is happening in the world of multi-manager. The days of a standalone team running retail multi-manager money appear to be a thing of the past for some of the big investment houses.

Melanie Bien, director of Private Finance, queries why the coalition would scale back its free debt advice service at the very moment more people may need it.

M&A amongst the tech suppliers to IFAs shows no sign of slowing down, with 1st Exchange & N4 today announcing it has acquired website provider Screen Business Limited.

After a turbulent week for the retail financial services industry it is time to take stock and evaluate the impact on advisers and their clients. Will they be better or worse off?

Julian Chillingworth, CIO of Rathbone Unit Trust Management, considers whether inflation is a real problem or just another talking point.

Martin Jennings, MD of AXA Elevate, on the challenges that lie ahead for platforms over the coming 12 months.

Alex Morris, partner and IFA at Financial Relationships, says the FSA intends newly accredited bodies to audit firms’ professional standards on its behalf post-RDR.