Will LEBC's market withdrawal impact DB de-risking?

Kim Kaveh
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As one of the biggest IFA firms withdraws from the transfer market, Kim Kaveh gauges views on whether the move will impact scheme de-risking plans.

Earlier this month, LEBC voluntarily agreed with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to alter its regulatory permissions and no longer offer regulated advice on defined benefit (DB) transfers. ...

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