Advisers should be aware that their clients may be unreasonably seduced by the idea that a bespoke discretionary fund managed (DFM) portfolio is 'created especially for them', according to one asset manager.
Cofunds has added GAM's range of five risk-rated models to the platform.
Aegon has signed a deal with discretionary fund manager (DFM) London & Capital (L&C), making a range of the DFM's multi-asset portfolios available via the provider's platform.
Aviva has added discretionary fund manager London & Capital's (L&C's) 13 portfolios to its platform.
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has outlined plans for a further clampdown on referral fees paid by discretionary fund managers (DFMs) to advisers.
Tyneside-based Moneygate Group has acquired discretionary fund management (DFM) and advisory firm Watermark in a bid to broaden its offering to clients.
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) is warning advisers to ensure their in-house risk assessments are aligned with those of any discretionary fund managers (DFMs) they use.
Fresh concerns among advisers about how the Financial Services Authority (FSA) may view their tactical asset allocation calls are helping to drive the growth of discretionary fund managers (DFMs), according to Ascentric chief executive, Hugo Thorman....