05/11/2016

Banks cull accounts in fight against corruption

The purges show how the world’s biggest banks are becoming more aggressive in closing client accounts either because they are considered too risky under anti-money laundering rules or because they have become uneconomic in light of new regulations.

05/09/2016

The Italian Job

On the heels of a major acquittal, Deutsche Bank's top executives are being investigated once again – this time by an aggressive prosecutor in a small, southern Italian town.

05/06/2016

Esma: Use Mifid to promote offshore products

Esma, which provides regulatory assistance to the European Commission, has responded to a paper from the commission that criticised the EU-wide retail financial services market for being uncompetitive.

05/06/2016

FCA issues warnings on rogue firms

Its warning noted the fraudsters may use the name of the genuine firm, along with a reference number which has been given the authorised firm.