Generally speaking, financial services are economic services provided by the finance industry. The finance industry includes a wide range of businesses, such as banks, credit-card companies, and credit unions.

Insurance

Among the myriad of financial services providers, insurance is a relatively small niche. Nevertheless, tackling complex risk in uncertain times is no small feat. In this context, insurance is not only a commercial imperative, it is a business imperative. The best way to manage insurance is to ensure that you have a well-qualified insurance broker in your corner. It is also prudent to ensure that you choose a well-known insurance company with a proven track record. Moreover, you need to make sure that you are not being wooed by a fly-by-night operator.

Investments

TA Associates is one of the leading global growth private equity firms. With offices in Boston, Mumbai and Hong Kong, the firm has helped hundreds of profitable, growing companies. Its international team of more than 100 investment professionals is dedicated to finding high-quality business models and opportunities for sustainable growth.

TA Associates’ investment strategy focuses on the following five industries: financial services, technology, business services, energy and transportation. The firm has a strong focus on growth opportunities in the US and Europe.

Regulations

Regulatory bodies are constantly creating requirements to protect the financial system. This includes introducing new information security standards to hold financial services accountable. It is important for the financial sector to stay on top of these changes.

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is the main corporate regulator in Australia. It oversees the conduct of financial markets, consumer credit providers, superannuation funds and other financial service providers. ASIC has become more active in licensing and conduct, while also stepping up its enforcement efforts.