Luxembourg centre-stage as State Street finetunes its European ops
With the recent appointment of Luxembourg branch manager Riccardo Lamanna to an executive role at State Street Bank International, the Boston-based financial services firm now is refining its European operations from Luxembourg.
Transfer Thursday: Scope, EuroCTP, i-Hub, LOD
This week’s overview of transfers, appointments, promotions and other career news includes updates from Scope, EuroCTP, i-Hub and LOD.
Celebrating 15 years of Gold with the Invesco’s Physical Gold ETC
Paul Syms and Kathy Kriskey celebrate 15 years of our Gold ETC. They sat down to discuss the key drivers of the gold market and what to anticipate in the coming months. A golden opportunity to understand the past and future of gold investing.
The new EU AML/CFT regime - what are the main upcoming changes?
The new EU AML/CFT regime addresses previous shortcomings by harmonizing regulations and enhancing enforcement tools, aiming to effectively prevent money laundering and terrorist financing, writes Claire Guilbert at Norton Rose Fulbright.
Luxembourg eases creation of Eltifs from existing private funds
Creating European Long-Term Investment Funds (Eltifs) as sub-funds under existing alternative investment funds has become a bit easier in Luxembourg. Firms no longer need to fill out a separate CSSF approval form for a new sub-fund when adding an Eltif-class to an existing fund.
Interest boost helps Luxembourg banks navigate challenges
The 2024 Luxembourg Banking Insights study by KPMG Luxembourg has revealed a remarkable surge in net interest income, driven primarily by the European Central Bank’s interest rate hikes.
Pray and hope is now the ECB strategy
The ECB decision to cut interest rates in June was not only perplexing but also premature, writes ECB-watcher Edin Mujagic.
RBC BlueBay - Active management: advantages in high yield
Why high yield from an active management approach may be well-placed to outperform.
Luxembourg proposes groundbreaking blockchain law for investment funds
Luxembourg has proposed a groundbreaking law enabling the use of blockchain technology in investment funds, aiming to solidify its position as a global financial leader.
PGIM: Could the global high yield backdrop be any better?
Attractive starting yields, moderating interest rates and subdued default trends contribute to compelling conditions for high-yield bonds. Jonathan Butler discusses how investors can make the most of the environment ahead.