Heavy stock concentration poses indexing problems The relentless secular bull market in tech stocks has led to structurally high index concentration. While this is an age-old market phenomenon, it still poses a challenge for fund managers and index designers, particularly with passive investing having added fuel to the debate around index concentration.
Stablecoins come under increased scrutiny For an asset type often regarded as a “safer” corner of the crypto world, stablecoins have attracted a surprising degree of regulatory scrutiny. While stablecoins are designed to maintain a stable value, their underlying structures and use cases vary, meaning not all stablecoins are created equal. Regulators are
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What skills will Asset Managers need in 2025? In an era characterized by rapid advancements in technology, evolving regulatory frameworks, and a growing emphasis on sustainable investing, the asset management industry faces a series of challenges and opportunities. This kind of backdrop sets the stage for a discussion on the skills that will give professionals
Regulatory capture on the rise The notion that regulators hold absolute sway over the industries they cover is facing mounting challenges, as increasingly successful lobbying by big business to dilute regulations – ranging from bank capital requirements to climate change measures to artificial intelligence (AI) legislation – points to “regulatory capture”. A
Draghi sounds alarm on Europe’s productivity A host of factors have conspired to act as a brake on Europe’s economic growth this century. And the situation is not helped by inherent difficulties with financing the necessary measures to increase productivity. Since the beginning of the century, European policymakers have
The Trade Life Cycle: 5 Key Stages For many, a trade simply refers to the moment that two counterparties engage in a transaction, such as the exchange of cash for a bond in a securities trade or the exchange of two currencies in an FX trade. In reality, for a trade to take place,
Operational risk management for the banking industry TAKE THE SKILLS ASSESSMENT Introduction The banking industry faces unique operational risks due to the nature of its operations and the regulatory environment. Banks must manage risks associated with credit operations, market activities, liquidity management, and compliance with regulatory requirements. To
Top 5 operational risks for banks in 2025 Strategies to identify and manage emerging risks TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE Introduction As the global financial landscape continues to shift, banks face a myriad of challenges in ensuring smooth operations and sustainable growth. In this volatile climate, operational risk management (ORM)
Machine learning by the numbers: Its impact on business Machine learning (ML) has emerged as a powerful subset of artificial intelligence (AI), revolutionizing industries across the globe. By leveraging historical data and sophisticated algorithms, machines can now imitate human learning, continuously improving their accuracy and capabilities. The impact of machine learning
