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Banks are ignoring Mifid threat, says Celent
BRUSSELS – The forex industry will be beset by law suits and regulatory action if it continues to ignore the Mifid directive coming into force next year, according to a research consultancy.
Largest Norwegian banks will use FIRB approach for credit risk
Falling capital levels in Norway will be buffered by transitional arrangements.
TCF progress and desired outcomes outlined by the FSA
The FSA has stated how firms should measure progress towards the goals of the consumer outcomes.
Credit ratings will become problematic in the Asian bond markets under Basel II
The revised accord will increase the need for a regional credit rating system.
FSA warns of default risk
The growing use of credit derivatives and the rise of private equity mean that a large-scale default could be a much more complex and serious event in the future, according to the UK Financial Services Authority.
Treasury and FSA publish discussion paper on insurance group supervision
UK regulators aim to overhaul the insurance industry with a minimum of regulatory burden.
FDIC chairman seeks international leverage ratio
Bair believes BCBS should consider further capital safeguards.
Solvency II advice and consultations release
Activity is increasing on the directive, and consultations on the high-level principles have been issued.
In Brief: FSA calls for comments on industry guidance
The move towards more principles-based regulation means the UK regulator will rely more on industry guidance.
UK authorities issue best practice guide for business continuity
An operational risk exercise in 2005 has led to a business continuity practice guide for the UK financial industry.
Hedge fund indices and Ucits - can they ever get along?
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Europe still offers good value…for now
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