ESMA prepares for MiFID II implementation
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has begun a consultation process to look at how best to implement the revised Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II).
United Kingdom | 21 May 14
ex md of Leeds United arrested over financial
The ex-managing director of Leeds United football club has reportedly been arrested in Dubai, following accusations of financial irregularities by the clubs former owners.
Tax & Regulation | 21 May 14
HMRC faces fresh criticism over conduct
HM Revenue & Customs has been accused of “railroading” taxpayers into making payments, in yet another scathing assessment of its approach to tax avoidance.
manulife poaches ubs global am asia ceo
Manulife has poached Kai Sotorp, UBS Global Asset Managements chief executive for the Asia Pacific region for a newly created role of executive vice president and global head of wealth and asset management.
Majority of HK Singapore affluent investors trust
The majority of affluent investors in Singapore and Hong Kong trust advice given by professional advisers when buying life insurance or wealth planning solutions, according to new research.