ESG whistleblower Desiree Fixler leaves FCA committee
Desiree Fixler, who exposed alleged greenwashing at DWS, steps down from the FCA's ESG advisory body. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation.
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BoE Flags Hedge Funds, Private Credit & AI Bubble as Risks
The Bank of England warns of growing risks from hedge fund bets on UK debt, a $2 trillion shadow banking sector, and an AI stock bubble. Discover the key threats to financial stability.
Record £10bn Pulled from UK Equity Funds
Investors have withdrawn over £10bn from UK equity funds in six months, a record outflow driven by Budget uncertainty. Analysis reveals the prolonged sell-off's impact.
BoE Alarms on Hedge Fund Bond Bets, AI Debt Risks
The Bank of England warns leveraged hedge funds pose a major threat to UK bond stability. Discover the risks and the central bank's planned response to safeguard finances.
FCA to regulate ESG ratings providers in UK
The Financial Conduct Authority will now oversee ESG ratings agencies to tackle transparency and conflict of interest concerns. A consultation is open until March 2026.
LTAFs Set to Win Over Wealth Clients, Carne CEO Says
Long-Term Asset Funds are gaining traction with wealth managers as Carne Group's CEO reveals growing interest. Discover how these vehicles could reshape investment strategies.
Sarkozy to publish prison diary after 20 days in jail
Nicolas Sarkozy reveals prison ordeal in new book 'A Prisoner's Diary' detailing his 20 days in solitary confinement. Read exclusive extracts about his experience.
Covid Bereaved Demand Johnson Loses Ex-PM Benefits
Families bereaved by Covid demand Boris Johnson lose ex-PM privileges after damning inquiry finds his delays cost thousands of lives. Read the full story.
LionTrust profits fall 45%, targets £1.5m savings
LionTrust Asset Management reports 45% profit drop in H1 2024, launching strategic cost-cutting initiative targeting £1.5m annual savings amid market challenges.
Democrat indicted for stealing $5m in FEMA funds
Florida representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces federal charges for allegedly funnelling disaster relief money into her congressional campaign. Read the full indictment details.
Dark Green Fund Launches Hit Record Low in UK
Asset managers are pulling back from dark green fund launches as regulatory uncertainty and high costs bite. Discover why sustainable investment faces headwinds.
Smaller Hedge Funds Struggle With Rising Costs
London's smaller hedge funds face mounting pressures from rising operational costs and investor outflows. Discover why industry consolidation threatens their survival.
Massive Manila protest over missing flood funds
Hundreds of thousands gathered in Manila's Rizal Park demanding transparency after an audit revealed billions in flood defence spending showed significant irregularities.
Massive Manila protest demands transparency in flood funds
Over half a million Filipinos clad in white T-shirts flooded Manila's streets protesting corruption scandals involving billions in missing flood mitigation funds. Join the movement for accountability.
Pension savers face UK investment mandate decision
Chancellor considers forcing pension funds to invest in UK firms, but experts warn voluntary approach with tax incentives would work better. Key decision expected in two weeks.
Monash University ends Woodside Energy partnership
Monash University terminates its controversial $43m partnership with Woodside Energy following staff and student protests. Campaigners vow to continue pushing for full fossil fuel dissociation.
ESG Costs UK Firms £500k, Stifling Growth
A new report reveals ESG compliance costs large firms over £500,000 yearly, diverting focus from innovation and growth. Discover why Baroness Cash calls for a strategic shift.
ESG Firms Fell Twice as Much as FTSE 100
UK firms with high ESG ratings fell twice as much as the FTSE 100 in 2024, a new report reveals, questioning the cost and performance of sustainable investing.
Abramovich Sues UK Over Frozen Chelsea £2.3bn
Exclusive: Russian billionaire launches legal action against Whitehall as massive Chelsea FC proceeds remain locked in frozen account amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.
M&G reaches £365bn assets as retail inflows surge
Investment giant M&G reports impressive £4.5bn net inflows for 2023, with retail investors driving growth despite challenging market conditions and pushing assets under management to £365bn.
Ex-UBS MD Sees Billion-Dollar Crypto Managers Emerging
Exclusive insights from former UBS MD turned crypto entrepreneur Henri Arslanian reveal why institutional crypto adoption is set to create a new wave of billion-plus digital asset management firms.
Dymon Asia Hedge Fund Soars with 15% 2025 Returns
Singapore-based hedge fund Dymon Asia Capital delivers impressive 15% returns in 2025, continuing its strong performance streak in volatile markets.
Hanson cleared in Rinehart party funding scandal
Australian Senate absolves Pauline Hanson of misconduct after taxpayer-funded trip to mining magnate Gina Rinehart's birthday celebration, though questions about political judgement remain.
UBS wealth unit gathers $38bn in Q3 surge
UBS's global wealth management arm demonstrates remarkable resilience, pulling in $38 billion in net new funds during Q3 while navigating significant outflows from its Swiss bank integration.
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