What skills will Asset Managers need in 2026? 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
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
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 2026 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 in business: Key uses 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
Basel III, Basel IV, Basel III Endgame, & Basel 3.1: Terminology Explained The global financial crisis (GFC) of 2007-09 was a watershed event in financial markets that demanded a huge change in how banks are regulated. The main regulatory response to the GFC was labeled Basel III by the Basel
Gold’s resilience: Its role in modern financial markets Famously derided as a “barbarous relic” by none less than John Maynard Keynes, and nothing more than a shiny “pet rock” to its many detractors, the allure of gold can be hard to fathom, particularly for those who pride themselves on their rational outlook. After all,
FinTech’s evolution: Driving a changing financial landscape One of the major consequences of the global financial crisis of 2007-09 was a series of systematic moves by regulators to loosen the vice-like grip that incumbent banks – largely courtesy of regulators themselves – had on virtually all aspects of the payments and broader financial services
Case Study: Knowledge management for sustainable growth Organizations today face a serious pressures to enhance their sustainability initiatives, not only for the obvious reasons, but also to foster more meaningful conversations with clients about sustainability and its impact on the world. Our client, a leading investment management company, was no exception, recognizing the urgency
