With new regulations, stronger investor protection, and rising demand for independent advice, the role of financial advisors in the Chilean market is likely to deepen in the coming years.
Chilean fund industry satisfied with boosted regulation on investment advisors
June 23, 2022 by
The objective, according to Mónica Cavallini, is for advice to be given with greater transparency and in accordance with financial-market standards.
Chilean platform Sherpa Wealth exceeding growth plans, negotiating with additional managers
August 4, 2021 by
Two years after its creation, the firm already has 80 independent financial advisors as associates and has closed agreements with some 20 local fund providers.
Natixis survey finds surprising optimism among financial advisors
July 28, 2020 by
Despite optimism for their book of business, most (84%) advisors admit business development is a challenge. In a typical week, they dedicate just 9% of their time to prospecting new clients.
Natixis survey finds “disconnect” between investors’ return expectations and tolerance for risk
July 29, 2019 by
“Last year’s market volatility was a strong reminder of the importance of professional advice in helping to build diversified portfolios," said David Giunta, CEO for the US and Canada at Natixis Investment Managers.
Wells Fargo/Gallup study: Investor optimism fell 18 points from a year ago
July 26, 2019 by
"While we do not see a recession in the near term, in many ways we are still recovering from the last one — which left a deep scar on many investors," says Wells Fargo's Tracie McMillion.
Spoiled by 2017 returns, individual investors are poised to react poorly to market volatility
June 12, 2018 by
“After an exceptional year in 2017, volatility is back, and investors are feeling as uncertain as the markets,” said David Giunta, CEO for the US and Canada at Natixis Investment Managers.
In welcome move, SEC offers alternative to DOL’s fiduciary rule
May 10, 2018 by
Under chairman Jay Clayton, the SEC's move to create an alternative to the DOL's fiduciary rule is being welcomed by the broker-dealer community.
With amnesties in rear-view mirror, wealth planning assumes more prominent role
January 17, 2018 by
“After the amnesties, we’re seeing clients more and more concerned about the types of investments they are making from a tax perspective,” said Horacio Woycik, head of the Montevideo office for international law firm Harneys.
New advisory designation marks resumption of private-banking activity in Argentina
September 28, 2017 by
While local companies can fit into this category, it is expected that foreign banks that left the country due to lack of legal protections will try to make landfall again in Buenos Aires. To do this they will have to open offices in the country and register as an AAGI.
