CMU faces possible resurgence with new EU leadership
Even though the Capital Markets Union (CMU) has had a somewhat lethargic start, a new EU leadership could galvanise the process once again.
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ESG monitoring services will help depositaries diversify
Depositaries role of fund oversight could prove to be a useful boost to the ESG investment process.
US Bank brings on first client for European depositary platform
The new offering will expand US Bank’s range of UCITS fund clients in Europe and enable it to compete with established European fund administrators.
What are the potential long-term effects of the Woodford saga on UCITS?
The laissez-faire approach to UCITS principles has riled market regulators following the recent saga with Neil Woodford's flagship fund, which could have long-term consequences on the funds industry.
Cross-border conflicts remain over AIFMD enforcement
A report, conducted by KPMG, highlights areas where EU member states remain conflicted in the implementation of the directive.
EC failed CMU and needs a successor, says Eurofi chair
The chairman of one of Europe's main think tanks highlighted that market participants were becoming increasingly sceptical of CMU’s likelihood of success.
Hedging your Brexit bets
We break down the Brexit impact for hedge funds as implications appear to be far less destabilising for them than for other institutions.
EU asset safekeeping review may disrupt custody activities
Regulators are hoping to harmonise the safekeeping requirements for UCITS and AIFMD funds, however this could mean stricter record-keeping requirements.
Broadridge makes European play with FundAssist acquisition
Broadridge extends regulatory, governance and communications business to European markets through acquisition.
Fund managers abandon MiFID II in shift to AIFMD
Hostility towards MiFID II has seen hedge funds abandon MiFID II license in favour of AIFMD, but is this a temporary ‘get out of jail free card’?