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BRIC by BRIC: How have investors fared over 20 years of emerging markets

That in turn was latched upon by investors who saw the long-term potential upside of these economies significant GDP growth.

EU banks says it may take over a decade to realise Open Banking objectives

These cautious timescales reflect the size of the task at hand, with many organisations embarking on complex, large-scale open banking transformation projects that will take several years to realise.

Banks need to accelerate practical implementation to meet climate risk deadlines

The financial institutions analyzed display a clear and collective acknowledgment of the need to meet and address the risks posed by climate change.

Will Internet of Things transform the wealth management customer experience?

The ability to collect and transfer data between sensors, wearables, and other devices and applications offers wide-ranging opportunities to help wealth managers and advisers deliver a more personalised, suitable, and affordable service.

Restructuring Evergrande: Controlled demolition

Debt restructuring is coming.

Europe Faces Worst Corporate Credit Supply Shortfall Since 2005

It won’t be functioning with the liquidity it needs and that could be a concern for next year if the trend continues.

Hedge Fund and Private Equity Fund Administration Surveys

Market indices notwithstanding, no one is suggesting that the operating environment dictated by a yet-to-be extinguished global health crisis has been easy for hedge fund managers not by extension for their service providers.

What Does the Future Hold for the UK’s Money Laundering Regulations?

Since July 2019, the UK government and private sector partners have been on a mission to upgrade the UK’s response to economic crime.

Banco BPM CEO says conditions don't exist for M&A at the moment - paper

Castagna said that Italy's third-largest bank had decided to present a new plan to 2024, on a stand alone basis, by November.

Lords of Misrule by Tim Price

Government clearly plays a dominant role in the modern economy.

The City of London Finally Gets Back to the Office

More and more employers are prompting staff to come into work for at least a few days a week.

Not So Evergrande by Gary Dugan

The firm has large outstanding commitments

Critical Considerations for Minority Investors

Minority shareholder rights under a company’s constitution are typically limited, so a shareholders agreement incorporating express contractual rights above and beyond those afforded by Irish statute should be executed.

Are you up to date with the latest standards?

EY Luxembourg will publish its 2021 edition of the Investment Funds in Luxembourg – a technical guide on 30 September.

The Smart Path to Open Finance

A coalition of UK fintechs has signed an open letter calling on the government to fast track a 'smart data right' that enables consumers to control their data, opening up the potential of open finance.

The Golden Age of yachting brought to life in Monaco

It is this spirit that never fails to captivate participants and public alike at an event orchestrated by Yacht Club de Monaco.

Czech Republic hopes to establish ‘strategic partnership’ with Saudi Arabia

Jakub Kulhanek says his country and Saudi Arabia have much to offer each other in a number of fields

FCA’s proposals for a new listing regime

Speech by Clare Cole, Director of Market Oversight, FCA to City & Financial's 'The Modernisation of the Listing Regime' event.

Global banking sector market cap grows 40% from Q2 2020

As a critical player in the economy, the banking sector was significantly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, recording losses under critical metrics like a market cap.

Fast recovery after pandemic boosts private equity performance

A buoyant exit markets helped push returns higher, according to latest Preqin report.

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