Pension Withdrawals Surge To £91 Billion – How Should You Access Your Retirement Savings?

FCA data shows pension withdrawals rose 21.7% to more than £91bn in 2025-26, as drawdown use and withdrawals at high rates raise concerns.

DWS, Deka, Union Investment Plan Riester Replacement

Major German fund managers DWS, Deka, and Union Investment are reportedly developing plans for a new retirement savings scheme to replace Riester, according to F.A.S. exclusive.

High Net Sales In German Bond Market In July 2026

German bond market saw a significant surge in net sales in July 2026, according to Bundesbank data, marking a notable shift in investor activity.

Delay To The November 2026 RTGS Standards Release

The Bank of England has announced a delay in the rollout of the November 2026 RTGS standards, pushing the implementation timeline into 2027, citing unforeseen development challenges.

Announcement Of Tender Process – Increase In 10-Year Federal Bond

The Bundesbank has announced a tender process to increase the volume of the 10-year federal bond. Details on timing and scale are forthcoming.

Manus Will Return To Operating As An Independent Company

Manus will re-establish itself as an independent entity, ending its previous corporate affiliation. Details are still emerging about the transition.

I Am Retiring From Fulltime Writing (& Pseudonymity) To Launch Guardian Angel

Will Depue retires from full-time writing and pseudonymity to start a new project called Guardian Angel, marking a significant career shift.

/C O R R E C T I O N — Strategic Value Partners, LLC/

A correction has been issued regarding recent statements by Strategic Value Partners, LLC, clarifying their position on ongoing financial activities.

/C O R R E C T I O N — 10,000 Degrees/

A correction has been issued regarding the 10,000 Degrees program, clarifying details about its funding and scope. The development is confirmed by PR Newswire.

Ankündigung Tenderverfahren – Aufstockung Von Zwei Anleihen Des Bundes

Der Bund plant die Erhöhung von zwei seiner Anleihen durch ein Tenderverfahren, bestätigt die Bundesbank. Details zur Umsetzung sind noch offen.