Regulatory
Fragmentation & Complexity of UK/EU Regulatory Divergence in Asset Management
Despite what some may think, UK and EU regulators are fully aware of the challenges posed by regulatory divergence in the asset management space following the UK’s departure from the EU and have been taking various measures to address these issues. The challenge is that divergence both in the rules themselves, and the timeframes for implementation will cause additional burden to asset managers running cross-border operations. At present, this is most evident between the EU and the UK, but
Read MoreESG Fund Labelling under SDR – What do the labels mean?
For a number of the asset managers we talk to, there are questions around the FCA’s SDR fund/product labels, as detailed in their PS23/16 SDR paper issued in November 2023. We at ISC are encountering continued debate around the topic, including inconsistencies in interpretation, which are leading to asset managers being reluctant to pin a particular label to a given fund/product
Read MoreISC Regulatory Change Practice
The asset management sector anticipates a surge in future regulations, leading to heightened change demands. The distinction between discretionary change and regulatory change underscores the need for dedicated teams, offering a strategic advantage. ISC can help you…..
Read MoreISC US T+1 Session 2023
ISC recently hosted an insightful session on US T+1
Read MoreFront Office Control Framework
In these days of increased regulatory scrutiny over the asset management industry, with all the protections around customers of investment staff, is it any wonder that firms are turning their attention to risks and controls within their front office controls operations?
Read MoreISC Regulatory Change Forum
We are excited to share the success of ISC’s latest Regulatory Change Forum, which delved into crucial discussion on the evolving regulatory landscape.
Read MoreRegulatory Change Discipline – Dedication’s What You Need
In this article we explore whether asset managers should have a team dedicated to delivery nothing but regulatory change
Read MoreFinancial Services and Markets Act 2023 & Edinburgh/Mansion House Reforms
The Financial Services and Markets Act 2023 & Edinburgh / Mansion House Reforms will be occupying minds for a while to come.
Read MoreKey Challenges faced by Asset Managers under US T+1
As anyone in the asset management industry will know, there is a 28th May 2024, implementation date for the move to T+1 settlement for transactions in US cash equities, corporate debt, and unit investment trusts. The transition to a T+1 settlement cycle in the US will have a significant impact on asset management firms.
Read below for more information into the key areas which will be impacted.
Read MoreISC Regulatory Change Forum – 4th July 2023
Are you working within Regulatory Change in the Investment Management Industry?
Our forum can help you….
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