Pinsent Masons: AFM publishes ‘AIFM-Light market picture’
The Dutch regulator the Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) has investigated managers who make use of an exception to the licensing obligation in the Dutch Financial Supervision Act (Wft) and only fall within the ambit of a registration obligation. These are the “small” managers (the “light managers”).
The war against bitcoin is over
The victory of Trump is good news for cryptocurrency. During the election, crypto was a key topic, revolving around SEC Chairman Gary Gensler.
Investors grapple with human rights as rules evolve
At an Amsterdam panel discussion on Friday hosted by Morningstar, industry experts delved into the complexities of integrating human rights considerations into investment decisions and engagement strategies.
Chart of the week: Why are stocks so expensive?
I often read that stocks are incredibly expensive and that a significant correction is “imminent.” But I actually think it’s not as dramatic as it seems. It all depends on the valuation lens you use.
CSSF imposes fines on five AIFMs for AML violations
The Luxembourg financial regulator, the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF), has issued administrative fines to five alternative investment fund managers for failing to comply with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) regulations.
With Republican House victory, Powell’s troubles deepen
The Republicans won the popular vote, regained control of the Senate, and are nearing a majority in the House of Representatives. This is bad news for Fed Chairman Jerome Powell, with whom Donald Trump has a score to settle.
Trump’s comeback: European bond markets seen as safe haven
Believe it or not, Donald Trump’s return to the White House might just be good news for Europe’s fixed income markets. While U.S. investors brace for renewed protectionism and inflation risks, Europe’s debt landscape is showing signs of resilience—possibly even appeal.
Value traps loom as western automakers struggle forward
Western carmakers have weathered competition from Japanese and South Korean newcomers in the past. Yet, according to investors, not all will survive the current upheaval, as reflected by the depressed valuations of some legacy automakers.
Morningstar: Trump's victory boosts U.S. small caps
The election of Donald Trump as President of the United States brings a range of uncertainties. Only once more clarity emerges about the course that will be taken on key issues will the full impact of this election result on the U.S. economy, international trade, and geopolitical tensions become clear. However, this did not prevent investors in U.S. small-cap stocks from taking a speculative advance on favourable scenarios for them.
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