Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Seizing Business Opportunities through Enhanced Fund Managers’ Value Assessments Introduction The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) recently conducted a review of fund managers’ value assessments and identified areas that need improvement. While many firms have implemented good practices, there are still opportunities for growth and development within the industry. In this blog post, we will explore the business opportunities that arise from the FCA’s findings and how fund managers can seize these […]

Giving Insurers Financial Creditor Status in Infrastructure Project Defaults The Indian government is considering amendments to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) to grant insurers the same status as banks in cases of default in infrastructure projects. Currently, surety bonds issued by general insurance companies do not offer the same recovery options as bank guarantees. Making Insurers Financial Creditors for Surety Bond Defaults To make the surety bond business more appealing, the government is looking […]

Creating Business Opportunities Through Enhanced Regulation: SEC New Rules for Private Fund Advisers. Introduction The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently adopted new rules and amendments aimed at enhancing the regulation of private fund advisers. These measures are designed to protect private fund investors by increasing transparency, competition, and efficiency within the private funds market. Creating Business Opportunities Through Enhanced Regulation: SEC New Rules for Private Fund Advisers we will explore the […]

Unlocking Business Opportunities: Singapore’s New Regulatory Framework for Stablecoins –  Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) Introduction The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has recently announced an innovative regulatory framework designed to ensure a high degree of value stability for stablecoins operating within Singapore’s jurisdiction. Stablecoins are digital payment tokens specifically designed to maintain a constant value relative to one or more fiat currencies. The issuance of this framework aims to foster trust and confidence in […]

International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) Enhancing Financial Resilience: The Crucial Role of Central Counterparties in Managing Non-Default Losses – IOSCO   Introduction In today’s interconnected global economy, stability and resilience are of utmost importance for the smooth functioning of financial markets. Central Counterparties (CCPs) play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and stability of these markets. As trusted intermediaries, CCPs guarantee the performance of trades, reducing counterparty risk and promoting overall financial stability. […]