UCITS 30 Years’ on
Much has changed in the funds industry since the introduction of UCITS 30 years ago. Charles Gubert takes a look at the next set of challenges facing UCITS funds.
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HSBC links Harvest Global Investments to China’s Bond Connect
HSBC will act as the custodian and fund administrator to one of the first UCITS funds to invest in China's Bond Connect scheme.
UK asset managers look abroad over fears of hard Brexit
Luxembourg and Ireland set to benefit from firms outsourcing in event of hard Brexit.
Securities finance liquidity crisis a worry for the buy-side
Liquidity issues remain a thorn in the side of the securities finance industry even though returns are increasing.
Asset segregation regs causing fragmentation, says Northern Trust
The introduction of regulations such as CSDR, UCITS and AIFMD have led to divisions in asset segregation according to an industry expert.
ESMA reveals latest SFTR reporting requirements
Required information under the SFTR directive should be included in an annual or half yearly report.
UK UCITS funds warned of rising costs after Brexit
UK UCITS funds may also be affected by the results of the EU referendum.
CSDs facing ‘double wave’ of regulations
While dealing with CSDR, firms are also set to face additional regulatory pressure from UCITS V.
New Straight2UCITS platform targeting emerging markets
New fund platform launched by Standard Chartered and FundRock Management Company targeting Asian, African and Middle Eastern-based asset managers.
EC launches consultation on fund distribution
The latest EC consultation aims to identify barriers for the distribution of investment funds