Financial advisors are increasingly able to convert defined contribution (DC) plan participants they counsel into wealth clients, according to a new report from the FUSE Research Network. The trend is more prevalent among advisors managing over $500 million in assets, but advisors with lower AUMs are making inroads as well. According to FUSE’s online survey
Dr Bakhai warned many adults fail to recognise signs of poor heart health Neil Shaw and Ambarish Awale Trainee Trends, Showbiz and Lifestyle Writer 14:48, 18 Feb 2026Updated 14:49, 18 Feb 2026 A heart doctor has shared 10 symptoms keep an eye on to ensure good health of your heart(Image: Getty Images) A leading cardiologist
This week marks the start of Ramadan, a time of profound significance for Muslims worldwide. For the next month or so, worshippers will reflect on virtues such as spirituality, sacrifice and patience, as well as fasting – not eating or drinking anything (not even water), from dawn until sunset. The spiritual benefits of such self-restraint
Ramzan is a sacred month of reflection and discipline, yet fasting for up to 12 to 16 hours without food or water can challenge the body in unique ways. While most healthy individuals can fast safely, doctors warn that inadequate hydration between iftar and suhoor can quietly strain the urinary system. As
Simon Stygall (Image credit: Azets Wealth Management) Accountancy and business advisory firm Azets Wealth Management has made a number of appointments in South West England and Wales. Simon Stygall joins the firm as a chartered financial planner and director. Stygall’s focus will be on lifestyle planning for business owners and individuals. He was previously with financial
In this episode of the Wealth Management Invest podcast, host David Bodamer speaks with Dave Donahoo, head of Americas, Wealth Management Alternatives at Franklin Templeton, about how private equity, private credit and real estate are increasingly shaping portfolio construction within the wealth channel. Dave shares how Franklin Templeton approaches private markets, evaluates semi-liquid fund structures
These are all useful for spotting patterns, guiding recovery or alerting you to potential health issues. Less important, she cautions, are “caloric burn estimates, body composition metrics, stress readings, and readiness scores”, as they can often induce anxiety without doing much to improve outcomes. “Obsessively tracking sleep quality or heart health can create a pressure
Two decades after a change in regulation pushed banks to retrench from the wealth management sector, they are all suddenly trying very hard to get back in. UK lenders have had a flush few years — rising interest rates have boosted profits, with structural hedges protecting banks from the worst of the impact as rates
At the Hubbis Independent Wealth Management Forum – Dubai 2026, panellists examined how the UAE’s wealth ecosystem is shifting from rapid expansion to a more institutional phase – with deeper infrastructure, a more settled advisory community, and rising expectations from globally mobile clients. The discussion focused on what has tangibly changed in the market, what
Over the course of the week, young players of all ages were encouraged to provide their thoughts: “I feel a strong sense of belonging because of the club because of the environment, the feedback from the coaches, and support from my parents.” “The Academy helps you build character through the ups and downs which makes