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LIVE WEBINAR TODAY: Register https://bit.ly/3XoLrZN Today, asset managers are in a perfect storm – having to balance constant regulatory change, technological disruption, and evolving client expectations in an increasingly margin compressed environment. In fact, the latest research from FE fundinfo revealed that 41% of asset managers see keeping up with regulatory changes as the top threat, reflecting the increasing complexity and volume of regulations that firms must navigate. Close behind, 39% pointed to cost pressures emphasising the need for operational efficiency in a competitive market. As regulatory compliance demands and cost pressures soar, the gap between top and bottom quartile asset managers is widening. What’s their secret? Hint: It’s not in spreadsheets. In this live virtual event, our panel of industry experts including Joerg Grossmann, chief product officer, FE fundinfo; Brian Blanchard, conducting officer, AllianceBernstein Luxembourg & Stéphane Janin, head of global regulatory affairs, AXA Investment Managers, will reveal: - Long term strategies for cost reduction while meeting regulatory demands; - Tech-led solutions for streamlining regulatory compliance; The role of data standards and templates; - How to break free from excel and minimise risk for cross-border fund distribution;and more! Register now for this webinar, taking place this morning at 10AM BST (11AM CET). Moderated by Funds Europe deputy editor Mark Latham

Today, asset managers are in a perfect storm – having to balance constant regulatory change, technological disruption, and evolving client expectations in an increasingly margin compressed environment. In fact, the latest research from FE fundinfo revealed that 41% of asset managers see keeping up with regulatory changes as the top threat, reflecting the increasing complexity and volume of regulations that firms must navigate. Close behind, 39% pointed to cost pressures emphasising the need for operational efficiency in a competitive market. As regulatory compliance demands and cost pressures soar, the gap between top and bottom quartile asset managers is widening. What’s their secret? Hint: It’s not in spreadsheets. In this live virtual event, our panel of industry experts including Joerg Grossmann, chief product officer, FE fundinfo; Brian Blanchard, conducting officer, AllianceBernstein Luxembourg & Stéphane Janin, head of global regulatory affairs, AXA Investment Managers, will reveal: - Long term strategies for cost reduction while meeting regulatory demands; - Tech-led solutions for streamlining regulatory compliance; The role of data standards and templates; - How to break free from excel and minimise risk for cross-border fund distribution; and more! Register now for this webinar, taking place 10AM BST (11AM CET) on 3rd September. Moderated by Funds Europe deputy editor Mark Latham

The challenges highlight the significant hurdles faced by small and medium-sized asset managers in complying with SFDR. Addressing these issues requires a combination of regulatory flexibility, industry collaboration, and technological innovation.

As regulatory compliance demands and cost pressures soar, the gap between top and bottom quartile asset managers is widening. What's their secret? Hint: it's not in spreadsheets. Access our recent webinar hosted in partnership with Funds Europe on demand, where a panel of industry experts from FE fundinfo, AllianceBernstein Luxembourg, and AXA Investment Managers reveal: - Long-term strategies for cost reduction while meeting regulatory demands - Tech-led solutions for streamlining regulatory compliance - The role of data standards and templates - How to break free from Excel and minimise risk for cross-border fund distribution ➡️ Watch it now: https://hubs.ly/Q02VhpFY0 #AssetManagement #Compliance #Webinar #FEfundinfo #FundsEurope #AllianceBernsteinLuxembourg #AXAInvestmentManagers

Today, asset managers are in a perfect storm – having to balance constant regulatory change, technological disruption, and evolving client expectations in an increasingly margin compressed environment. In fact, the latest research from FE fundinfo revealed that 41% of asset managers see keeping up with regulatory changes as the top threat, reflecting the increasing complexity and volume of regulations that firms must navigate. Close behind, 39% pointed to cost pressures emphasising the need for operational efficiency in a competitive market. As regulatory compliance demands and cost pressures soar, the gap between top and bottom quartile asset managers is widening. What’s their secret? Hint: It’s not in spreadsheets. In this live virtual event, our panel of industry experts including Joerg Grossmann, chief product officer, FE fundinfo; Brian Blanchard, conducting officer, AllianceBernstein Luxembourg & Stéphane Janin, head of global regulatory affairs, AXA Investment Managers, will reveal: - Long term strategies for cost reduction while meeting regulatory demands; - Tech-led solutions for streamlining regulatory compliance; The role of data standards and templates; - How to break free from excel and minimise risk for cross-border fund distribution; and more! Register now for this webinar, taking place 10AM BST (11AM CET) on 3rd September. Moderated by Funds Europe deputy editor Mark Latham.

New client case written by our consultant Philip Roeleveld 👇😃 A global asset manager, specialising in Quant and Sustainable Investing, offers a range of investment strategies, including equities and bonds. To strengthen their competitive position and proactively respond to changing client needs and market developments, the sales and marketing department aimed to adopt a more data-driven approach. And we assisted them in reaching their goals. Interested in knowing how we helped them? Read the case here: https://lnkd.in/gdCQDXqi #dataengineering #assetmanager #ML #fromdatatoaction

IMEA's Compliance Overview Webinar featuring Invesco US Counsel discussed key regulatory issues that are essential for investment management firms to ensure compliance, manage risk effectively and adapt to evolving market dynamics. Thank you to Invesco US Counsel presenters: Alvin Taylor Edwards, Adam Henkel and Sean Ryan. To view the presentation slides and watch the replay, visit the event below on IMEAConnect.com. #IMEA #InvestmentManagementEducationAlliance #IMEAEvents #IMEAWebinar

Today, asset managers are in a perfect storm – having to balance constant regulatory change, technological disruption, and evolving client expectations in an increasingly margin compressed environment. In fact, the latest research from FE fundinfo revealed that 41% of asset managers see keeping up with regulatory changes as the top threat, reflecting the increasing complexity and volume of regulations that firms must navigate. Close behind, 39% pointed to cost pressures emphasising the need for operational efficiency in a competitive market. As regulatory compliance demands and cost pressures soar, the gap between top and bottom quartile asset managers is widening. What’s their secret? Hint: It’s not in spreadsheets. In this live virtual event, our panel of industry experts including Joerg Grossmann, chief product officer, FE fundinfo; Brian Blanchard, conducting officer, AllianceBernstein Luxembourg & Stéphane Janin, head of global regulatory affairs, AXA Investment Managers, will reveal: - Long term strategies for cost reduction while meeting regulatory demands; - Tech-led solutions for streamlining regulatory compliance; The role of data standards and templates; - How to break free from excel and minimise risk for cross-border fund distribution; and more! Register now for this webinar, taking place 10AM BST (11AM CET) on 3rd September. Moderated by Funds Europe deputy editor Mark Latham

Did you miss our latest webinar – ‘Horizon Scanning – Capital Markets 2024’? On 23rd January 2024, we hosted the first of our three-part horizon scanning webinar series, centred around the financial regulatory compliance landscape for 2024. The first in the series was aimed at Asset Managers, Wealth Managers, Investment Firms, Hedge Funds, Corporate Finance Providers, Brokers, Broker Dealers, Portfolio Managers, and Advice service providers. If you missed the registration deadline or were unable to attend on the day, you can view the full webinar recording on demand via our website. In this webinar, we covered: - Investment research review - Sustainability disclosure and investment labels (SDR) - Regulation of asset management - SMCR review - Q&A Register to access the full webinar recording here https://lnkd.in/g2T3rYQ5 #horizonscanning #regulatorytrends #capitalmarkets #cosegic #compliance #webinar

As promised, please see below our briefing on AIFMD 2.0. An evolution rather than a revolution, but still plenty to think about. Please get in touch with us if you have any questions… John Verwey Sulaiman Malik Michael Singh Rachel Lowe