The Pensions Commission has highlighted that many people are failing to save enough for retirement, particularly among low and middle earners, the self‑employed and women.

Fintech Origo and four major providers have launched a new consortium which aims to transform letter of authority (LoA) processes, cutting process times from as much as 15 days to as little as 15 minutes.

There were nearly 300 applications from women nominating themselves from 16 countries for the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment’s new Women in Finance membership programme.

The FSCS has said its total industry levy payable by firms for the 2026/27 financial year will be £247m, a fall of £95m on its previously published forecasts.

A new report published today by the Department for Work and Pensions ahead of the Pensions Commission report expected later this week has highlighted a widening gender pensions gap.

The FCA and the Bank of England are seeking industry views on the future of UK wholesale markets after they jointly published their vision for tokenisation.

Assets under management across advised platforms dropped in the last quarter by 0.26% mainly because of the conflict in Iran and the Middle East.

More than 100,000 extra pensions are being cashed in today in full compared to seven years ago when records began.

The FCA has warned finance firms to ensure they put customers’ needs first and avoid foreseeable harm, including those in vulnerable circumstances.

Carol Knight is to step down as CEO of trade body The Investing and Saving Alliance (TISA) in August after four years leading the organisation.