FSA

John Porteous, head of distribution at Macquarie, discusses the benefits of model portfolios.

The myths and the facts surrounding annuities as an investment model

Goldman Sachs has agreed to pay a fine of £17.5m to the FSA after failing to disclose trader Fabrice Tourre was under fraud investigation by the US Securities & Exchange Commission.

The man leading the FSA's RDR team today said firms will need to demonstrate to the regulator they are "constantly reviewing and refreshing" the products on their panels.

With so many platforms to choose from and new entrants set to join the industry, how can advisers make sure they pick the right proposition for their clients? Maria Merricks investigates.

Will Roberts examines the main points of contention and asks if platforms will have enough time to adapt to the new rules before the RDR deadline at the end of 2012?

Banning fund manager rebates runs the risk of creating "regulatory arbitrage" on a similar scale to that seen in the Indian market, warns Fidelity.

Margaret Cole, FSA director of enforcement and financial crime, has been appointed to the FSA board.

Outgoing AIFA director general Chris Cummings has lambasted in-fighting as the industry's "weakness".

The FSA today said adviser firms' approach to platform systems and controls continues to be a " particular area of concern" as AIFA launched a platforms due diligence guide for members.