Read our latest press releases covering IA and industry news, developments and events.

Press release
07
Nov
2024

An Autumn chill, as equities fuel outflows in September

A summer glow came to an end in September, as net retails sales of investment funds saw outflows of £3.4 billion, according to data published by the Investment Association (IA) today. Following positive net flows in July and August (£1.4 billion and £806 million), September took Q3 net retail sales to a £1.2 billion outflow, which contrasts with the £4.4 billion inflows recorded in the previous quarter.
Press release
10
Oct
2024

Investment Association and Tech Working Group publish recommendations to bolster AI use in investment management industry

International regulatory coordination, boosting the UK fintech ecosystem and investing in skills and talent, form some of the key recommendations from the final report from the Technology Working Group on future AI use in the investment management industry. The industry-led Technology Working Group was established to identify how the UK investment management industry could harness the potential of innovative new technologies.

Press release
09
Oct
2024

Investors publish updated executive pay guidelines

The Investment Association (IA) has today published its updated ‘Principles of Remuneration’ which outlines IA member views on the commonly accepted approach to executive pay for the majority of companies.
Press release
25
Sep
2024

FOUR DIRECTORS JOIN THE INVESTMENT ASSOCIATION BOARD

Four new directors have been appointed to the Investment Association (IA) Board of Directors following its Annual General Meeting (AGM) this afternoon. The Board of Directors oversees the IA’s activity and is made up of senior leaders from across the industry.