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Valuation activity has risen by over 50% compared to November 2008 which shows a growing confidence in the housing market, according to the latest data from Connells Survey & Valuation.

Five IFAs across Cornwall are joining forces as part of a new initiative to promote the benefits of independent financial advice to consumers.

Axa is set to enhance its critical illness (CI) cover following a product review and consultation with advisers.

The European Central Bank has voted to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged today at 1%.

Commodities will be the main focus of investors' strategies next year, driven by demand from developed economies, according to Fidelity asset allocation director Trevor Greetham.

The FSA has urged advisers to think ‘very carefully' before using accelerated pension drawdown schemes.

The Association of British Insurers (ABI) believes a clear consensus has emerged surrounding its proposals to reclassify the Total and Permanent Disability (TPD) definitions.

Defensive and short equity ETFs rallied over the last week, amid renewed risk aversion on Dubai credit concerns, says ETF Securities (ETFS).

Almost half (43%) of Britons do not buy life insurance because they do not see the need for it, research suggests.

Re-Insurer Swiss Re has released its review of the insurance industry which highlights consumer's demands for increased simplicity and clarity.