THE REVIEW

Five experts give their view on GDP, and whether it’s the best measure for economies 
by Phil Thornton

Real Estate Investment Trusts give ordinary investors exposure to the physical commercial property market. How do they work and why could they be a good investment?
by Phil Thornton 

Bullies in a place of work can make a person’s life extremely difficult, no matter what stage of their career they are at. Here’s guidance on how to handle this situation 

Michael Cole-Fontayn MCSI, the CISI’s new chairman, has enjoyed a successful 35-year career in banking. Now, he wants to use his chairmanship to offer the wider sector the benefit of his experience
by Eila Madden

Recruiting a business manager can revolutionise a small firm’s fortunes by having someone to take on the administration burden, implement efficiencies and free business owners up to advise clients
by Sandra Paul, illustration by Peter Gundy/Ikon

The UK’s new Single Financial Guidance Body should take inspiration from the objectives of the country’s National Health Service
by Andrew Davis 

Sir Alan Yarrow, Chartered FCSI(Hon) stepped down as CISI chairman in October. He talks through his time at the institute, how far the financial services sector has come, and his thoughts on topics of the hour, including diversity and cyber crime 
by Bethan Rees

After a decade of growth, the private equity sector should brace itself for a correction
by Anthony Hilton FCSI(Hon)

The financial services sector has undergone a regulatory transformation since the 2008 financial crisis. Here’s how events have unfolded over ten years
by Victor Smart

What’s in store for financial services next year?
by Bethan Rees