Europe

Debunking the Myths About AIFMD Depositary Requirements

By Editors | 22/12/2015

Concerns about this element of the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive have proved unfounded, says Augentius’s Ian Kelly.

How Regulation is Accelerating Use of E-trading

By Editors | 16/12/2015

Moves to reduce systemic risk and increase transparency in OTC derivatives support technological innovation.

ICE Clear Singapore Recognised as Third Country CCP

By Editors | 06/10/2015

Intercontinental Exchange has announced that ICE Clear Singapore has been recognised as a third-country central counterparty in accordance with the European Market Infrastructure Regulation.

Asian Banks Forced to Boost Capital at UK Subsidiaries

By Editors | 06/10/2015

The Bank of England has tightened regulations for foreign banks offering retail services to UK consumers, forcing many overseas lenders to inject more capital into their UK subsidiaries.

Third Country CCP Equivalence Delays Set Back Emerging Markets

By Editors | 04/09/2015

The World Federation of Exchanges has written to the European Commission urging it and other regulators to expedite EMIR equivalence determinations for ‘third country central counterparties’.

ESMA Consults on Remaining MiFID Technical Standards

By Editors | 02/09/2015

Regulator publishes consultation paper on the remaining draft implementing technical standards under MiFID II on which it has not yet consulted.

New AIFMD Rules Pose a Major Problem for Asian Alternative Funds

By Peter Guy | 27/05/2015

Barriers created by extensive regulatory reforms have forced foreign managers to change their EU marketing plans.

Hong Kong’s SFC, ESMA Sign Central Counterparties Deal

By Editors | 18/01/2015

The Securities and Futures Commission and the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) have agreed to enhance cooperation in overseeing Hong Kong-established central counter parties seeking recognition by ESMA.

Private Equity and AIFMD: The Journey Has Only Just Begun

By Editors | 11/11/2014

For non-EU funds marketing into Europe, the AIFMD is a full of potential pitfalls. Managers must get to grips with the complexities of reporting and conquer the confusion that still reigns.