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The FCA and ESMA Spotlight Resilience of MMFs

Today the FCA have released a joint Discussion Paper (DP) aiming to gather views to inform the UK’s authorities’ development of MMF reform proposals. The FCA are inviting feedback on the reform options discussed in the DP by 23 July 2022 and will consider this in deciding whether to consult on MMF reform proposals. The FCA has also issued new non-handbook guidance on the UK MMF Regulation.

Upcoming Changes to AIF Reporting From End of June 2022 Announced by the FCA

The financial conduct authority have announced some changes to AIF001 and AIF002 reports that come into effect from the end of June 2022 following the UK's withdrawal from the EU. This is the first major schema update since 2014.

An Overview of the SEC Proposed Changes to Form PF

The proposed changes are significant in that large hedge fund advisers and all advisers to private equity funds would have one business day to report to the Commission the particulars surrounding certain “key events”.

What to Do Next for SFDR Level 2 Reporting in 2023

The European Commission has delayed implementation of the second phase SFDR Level 2 disclosures until January 2023. This article examines what that means for AQMetrics clients and what has to be done by January 2023.

Global Regulatory Trends for 2022

As 2022 dawns we look ahead at the regulatory requirements for asset managers, asset service providers and investment managers.

Regulatory Reporting Roundup 2021: UCITS, AIFMD, MiFID II Transaction Reporting, and More.

The AQMETRICS annual regulatory round-up - an initiative to keep you abreast of this year’s regulatory technology news and events.

What CP86 Means for Irish ManCos and Super ManCos Going into 2022

We examine the shifting regulatory landscape for ManCos and Super ManCos in Ireland and outline how technology can help with the regulatory burden.

Liquidity Stress Tests and Best Practice Guidelines for 2022

Firms are now at the stage of enhancing their ESMA’s 2020 liquidity solutions. To help those firms we have listed our top three best practice hints and tips for 2022 here.

EC to Deliver Key Commitments in 2020 Capital Markets Union Action Plan

On 25 November 2021, the European Commission (the EC) adopted a package of legislative proposals with an aim to deliver on several key commitments in the 2020 Capital Markets Union (CMU) action plan.

5 Actions Asset Managers Should Take Now for Year End Regulatory Filings

Every firm can reduce this risk by undertaking these 5 key activities in the run up to year-end.

Regulatory Round-up: September 2021

Welcome to AQMETRICS regulatory round-up, a monthly initiative that keeps readers abreast of all the latest regulatory news and events

XBRL Update: Central Bank of Ireland Outlines Latest Requirements

We understand that XBRL conversion can be daunting for technology-light financial services firms. This is why we built a one stop online platform that produces all forms of regulatory returns irrespective of their form.

Changes to CBI reporting? An Automated Solution for Reporting in XBRL

The CBI has followed in the footsteps of other European regulators in moving it’s reporting format for Excel based reports to XBRL. What does this mean in practice?

Regulatory Round-up: August 2021

After an action packed July, where ESG, liquidity and new fund types took centre stage, August proved to be somewhat more muted, although there were still some important announcements.

Regulatory Round-up: July 2021

Welcome to AQMetrics regulatory round-up, a monthly initiative that keeps readers abreast of all the latest regulatory news and events.

Changes Ahead? What’s Next for Rule 13F

For US-based funds there could soon be other changes coming down the line, particularly to the longstanding 13F rule.

ALFI Reiterates Its Position on AIFMD

The Association of the Luxembourg Fund Managers (ALFI) again took the chance to reiterate its position on the proposed AIFMD changes in an article by Emmanuel Gutton

SEC Looks to Restart Swaps Regulation Effort, Harmonise Rules with the CFTC

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) last week announced its intentions to implement much-anticipated rules for the regulation of security-based swap execution facilities.

European Commission Delays Full Implementation of SFDR for 6 Months

The European Commission yesterday confirmed that it intends to delay the next round of the Sustainable Financial Disclosure Regulations, otherwise known as Level 2 RTS rules, by six months.

CP86 Revisited: the 6 Key Roles of Irish Mancos

The rise of Irish management companies (Mancos) show few signs of abating, with assets under management continuing to climb and private equity behemoths like the Carlyle Group looking to cash in on the trend.

The Manco of the Future: Digitise Your Services & Grow Your Business

Mancos become a major force in the EU investment management industry.