Wealth manager St James’s Place has opened applications for its degree level apprenticeship scheme starting in September at its Cirencester head office.

Technology funds bounced back to lead global markets over the past decade but energy funds fared badly with funds in this sector forming half of the top 10 worst performers, according to analysis by Willis Owen.

Dealing with MiFID II continues to be a major challenge for financial advisers, according to polls among more than 1,000 delegates who attended recent industry tech conferences.

The Personal Finance Society and the Financial Technology Research Centre are to jointly hold a new workshop for Financial Planners to highlight how the latest technology can help transform their businesses and boost service to clients.