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Digital investment channels are no longer just the domain of the young or tech-savvy, but are increasingly being embraced by a broader demographic of retail investors. These insights come from a comprehensive survey commissioned by Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager.

The European Commission expects to provide more clarity on the proposed supervisory standards for Eltifs, Europe’s new long-term investment funds, in the coming weeks, an EU official said on Tuesday.

In response to questions by Investment Officer, the official confirmed the Commission is currently considering the draft regulatory and technical standards under the updated regime for Eltif funds. The standards, known as ‘RTS’, were proposed a month ago by the European Securities and Markets Authority, Esma.

The trade association representing Europe’s fund and asset management sector has urged the executive body of the European Union to ensure that the correct technical standards are introduced. These standards are regarded as vital for the success of the new regime for European Long Term Investment Funds, known as Eltif 2.0.

Selon un rapport sur la compétitivité du secteur financier européen réalisé par l’OMFIF en collaboration avec Luxembourg For Finance, la part de marché mondiale du secteur financier européen a considérablement diminué au cours des 15 dernières années, en particulier dans le domaine de la gestion de patrimoine.

This week’s overview of transfers, appointments, promotions and other people news includes updates from Euroclear, Arrow Global, Partners Group and KPMG Luxembourg.

In the private equity (PE) market, a significant shift is occurring as Limited Partners (LPs) increasingly demand the release of funds from older investments before considering new commitments. This change comes amidst a backdrop of unprecedented levels of «dry powder» - uninvested capital within PE firms.

European financial services had witnessed a marked decline in global market share over the past 15 years, particularly within the asset management sector. While reviewing the competitiveness of Europe’s financial sector, OMFIF and Luxembourg for Finance have identified Europe’s strengths and weaknesses.

The European Union’s Retail Investment Strategy is teetering on a tightrope.

Les gestionnaires de fonds sont-ils bons pour la pension à présent que l’usage de l’IA se généralise toujours plus ? Ou bien les choses n’en sont-elles pas encore là ? Investment Officer s’est entretenu à ce sujet avec Thomas Dierckx, expert en apprentissage machine financier.

The risks of the El Niño weather phenomenon can be approached as an opportunity, but large investors are showing caution and prefer not to seek out these risks. Quantifying the effects of this and other climate factors is complicated enough.