More people are choosing to save online rather than through a branch or via a postal account, according to new research.

Adviser data and ratings provider Defaqto has added 1,047 risk-rated funds and DFM Model Portfolios to its Financial Planning software Defaqto Engage.

Most financial advisers who took part in a recent survey expect a steady shift towards Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) investing post the Coronavirus pandemic.

Fund manager and platform provider 7IM has launched a range of multi-asset funds which it says will offer advisers low-cost and highly diversified passive investments.