The requirement that a financial advisor must “Know Your Client”, including his/her tolerance for taking risks, is a universal requirement amongst investment regulators around the world. Yet a recent ...

In the past 10 years the growth in the use of risk-profile questionnaires has been dramatic. It would be hard to argue that this has not been a good thing and of benefit to investors, but there have ...

Bear markets put pressure on financial advisors hoping to grow their practices. Current clients will want to know if the market jeopardizes their retirement plans. Prospective clients will be ...

Capital at risk. The value of your investments can go up and down, and you may get back less than you invest. A person’s risk profile assesses their comprehension of and willingness to accept risk in ...

Failure to ensure clients understand risk profile questionnaires can mean advisers fail the ‘know the client’ obligation and leave them open to a complaint, according to a report. Risk management firm ...

Market downturns can make investors feel out of control, but inaction also comes with a cost. Proven risk profiles can help you reap long-term rewards. What Is a Risk Profile? How Much Risk Can ...