Assets in ETFs and ETPs are expected to reach $2trn worldwide by early 2012, according to BlackRock analysts.
Software provider Prestwood is to host a series of masterclasses to introduce comprehensive financial planning to advisers.
Isabelle Bourcier, the former global head of ETFs at Lyxor Asset Management, has been appointed as head of business development at Ossiam, the ETF subsidiary of Natixis Global Asset Management.
Financial Express has completed its purchase of the eValue business from Towers Watson, with all current management and employees moving across.
Enhanced annuity provider Just Retirement has joined the board of the Pensions Income Choice Association (PICA).
Standard Life has launched its Active Money Personal Pension (AMPP) online.
Source has launched its Man GLG Europe Plus Source ETF, an actively managed strategy investing in European stocks recommended by a pool of leading brokers.
Reforms to public sector pensions have been delayed until summer 2011, the Treasury has confirmed.
Moody's has cut Egypt's debt rating one notch, citing the ongoing political fallout.
The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) is making its first foray into retail fund management with the launch of cautious managed and balanced managed portfolios.