Growth in the financial services sector is expected to slow even further in the fourth quarter.

Morningstar is proposing to launch a new Global Analyst  Ratings system later this year to replace its current global rating brand.

Financial Planner Magazine has extended its Reader Survey to 10 October to give delegates attending this year's IFP Conference a chance to take part and potentially win one of two £50 Amazon vouchers in our Free Prize Draw. To take part just click on the link at the bottom of this article.

Financial advisers are less confident in the economy than they were in the first half of 2011, according to Skandia.

Financial advisers have the opportunity to gain tips on making the transition to fees from Cofunds and tax experts Grant Thornton.

The Institute of Financial Planning has produced a programme on its IFPTV channel about the highlights of the IFP conference.

An independent survey has rated the different wrap and platform providers in over 150 different areas.

The Financial Services Authority has fined Towry Investment Management £494,000 for providing the FSA with misleading information and for client money breaches.

The Association of Investment Companies has launched an Adviser Centre developed by IFP Fellow Jackie Lockie.

Adviser support specialist and IFP sponsor Parmenion has launched an enhanced risk profiling tool.