Prudential

Prudential's UK retail new business fell by 11% in 2009 as the group focused on profitability over volume.

Prudential has agreed to buy AIG's Asian business for $35.5bn, which will be partially funded by a $20bn rights issue.

Prudential is in advanced discussions with AIG and the US Government to buy the giant insurer's Asian assets for $35.5bn (£23.5bn).

Clive Cowdery's Resolution has denied weekend speculation it is in talks with Prudential to acquire the insurance giant's UK life assurance operations.

Prudential's with-profits fund made pre-tax returns of 18.7% in 2009 and the insurer confirmed bonuses would be maintained.

Nigel Hare Scott goes through the issues clients need to be made aware of when considering equity release

Gerry Brown takes a look at an example of how people can fall foul of pension rules and incur hefty tax charges

Women retiring this year will get £7,424 less pension than men, Prudential research reveals.

Helping retirees to get the best income possible from their small pension pots is proving to be a real challenge for the industry. Helen Morrissey takes a look at the options available

Recent research from Prudential shows nearly half of 45 to 49 year-olds and two-fifths of 50 to 54 year-olds are unaware of the rise in the minimum retirement age from 50 to 55 which comes into effect on 6 April this year. Colin Simmons highlights the...