A fresh, clean slate… or at least, that’s what a new year should feel like. Many people have indicated that they’ve hit the ground running with a not-so-clean slate at the start of 2025. I want to feel positive about this year, as there are many signs pointing toward a slightly more optimistic outlook. But are my feelings aligned with the reality of the economy, the political environment, and business in general? I’m keen to hear what the overall sentiment is, especially among advisers and brokers.
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Every so often, your writer succumbs to the pull of a long-forgotten song lyric to introduce an article. In this case, after watching a YouTube video comparing ex United States (US) President Barack Obama with incumbent President Donald Trump, the lyric that came to mind was from a 1964 track by UK rock bank, The Animals, titled ‘Don’t let me be misunderstood’. In full, the lyric reads: “Oh Lord, Please don’t let me be misunderstood.”
Read moreReinsurance pricing is at a crossroads in 2025, driven by major shifts in property casualty renewals, evolving market cycles, and the impact of events like the California wildfires. FAnews attended the recent AM Best reinsurance briefing to find out more about how the 1 January renewals played out and discover what brokers and insurers might expect from the June renewals.
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The impending implementation of South Africa's Two-Pot System for retirement funds in September 2024 will significantly impact financial advisers and their practices. This new system presents both challenges and opportunities for advisers.
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FAnews invites you to participate in our forex trading knowledge and perception survey. Your insights will help us understand how individuals perceive and engage with forex trading providers, from the experienced to the novice.
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