09/01/2021
The European Green Deal: When macroeconomics matter
The Green Deal has been created to facilitate this transition, mobilising €1trn over the next decade to tackle climate change.
Legal, Regulation & Compliance
09/01/2021
Polish banks face risk of more mortgage costs from looming court ruling
The central bank has identified the associated legal risk as a major threat to financial stability.
09/01/2021
English courts confirm extensive remedies available for victims of cryptocurrency fraud
A key part of the legal test as to whether a Bankers Trust order should be made is whether there is a real prospect that the information sought will lead to the location or preservation of those assets.
09/01/2021
IAM obtains Finma licence
While some IAMs have outsourced their compliance, LFA does not view this as the best route.
09/01/2021
Financial Regulation: Daily Update
The PRA has published a letter from Andrew Bailey, Chair of the Prudential Regulation Committee
08/31/2021
Swiss court finds German trader guilty in fraud case
The woman, whose lawyer has already announced the intent to appeal, was found guilty of several offences: multiple document forgery, fraud by trade and mismanagement.
08/31/2021
Cyprus Property developers & banks face legal action
Although the property developers and banks have not been named, an English translation of the list of decisions taken by the CCPS can be found by clicking here.
08/31/2021
Consumer confidence rises but business sentiment slips - Bank of Ireland
It was a mixed picture this month, with consumer confidence rising but business sentiment slipping
08/31/2021
DIFC collaborates with UK on protection of international data transfers
It added that recognition would reinforce data flows between the jurisdictions, help build better trade relationships and promote high standards of accountability and transparency in businesses that deal with DIFC entities.
08/31/2021
UK dividend recovery could be derailed by new pension rules
Payouts had been held, increased or reinstated by 85% of UK companies, with the return of the banking sector to the dividend register in particular driving a big annual bounce.
08/31/2021
E-News from KPMG's EU Tax Centre
In its judgment, the General Court held in favor of the Commission and found that the State Aid scheme is compatible with EU law. For more information, please refer to E-News Issue 126.
08/31/2021
Japan's measures to combat money laundering and terrorist financing
Japan is delivering good results in the collection and use of financial intelligence to investigate and prosecute money laundering and terrorist financing.
08/30/2021
Public warned over ‘ghost brokers’ selling fradulent policies
Scammers target younger drivers and those whose first language may not be English
08/30/2021
Allen & Overy advises RAJA Group
This acquisition is part of RAJA Group's sales growth, customer base expansion, and product diversification strategy, and will bring additional growth opportunities in the years to come as well as a solid foundation for developing its activity in Eur
08/30/2021
Confidentiality, professional secrecy and legal privilege under Maltese law
The Maltese Code of Organisation and Civil Procedure clearly prohibits an advocate from being questioned on circumstances stated by the client in professional confidence, without the client’s consent.
08/30/2021
Clifford Chance advises a syndicate of lenders
The syndicated financing is linked to certain key ESG performance indicators, with Banco Santander acting as sustainability agent and coordinator.
08/30/2021
When Europe seamlessly connects with Africa
Maitland was founded in Luxembourg 45 years ago and has maintained a strong footprint in Europe and Africa ever since.
08/29/2021
Financial Regulation Daily Update
A lack of adequate data and common standards remain key challenges to be overcome to drive ESG integration.
08/27/2021
Financial Dispute Resolution
The element of deception: can a party claim litigation privilege over information obtained by misleading another party?
08/27/2021
Financial Regulation: Daily Update
The FCA has published a template portfolio letter to boards of directors on loan-based peer-to-peer (P2P) crowdfunding platforms.