Mifid
EU regulators under fire as email of ex-UK rep revealed
The widespread distribution models in many European countries are not understood properly by the European Securities & Markets Authority (Esma), making parts of its new product governance rules “unworkable” for financial advisers, according to Fecif’s secretary general Paul Stanfield.
Best Practice | 21 Nov 16
Mifid II time consuming and complex, say asset managers
Mifid II is a big concern for around three-quarters of global asset managers, who think regulators need to provide better guidance and tools to navigate the increasingly complex landscape, according to State Street Corporation.
Aisa Int’l embarks on new strategy starting with Czech branch
UK financial planning firm Aisa International has set up a branch in the Czech Republic following its registration as a Mifid tied agent, as part of the firm’s ambitious plans to set up further such branches in future.
Tax & Regulation | 29 Sep 16
UK advisers must record calls under new FCA Mifid II rules
Financial advisers in the UK may be required to record phone calls to clients under the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) proposals regarding Mifid II, which also looks at extending the RDR commission ban for portfolio managers.
France, Germany and Italy against EU-wide ban on commission
France, Germany and Italy are against introducing a complete ban on commission in their financial services industries despite pressure from the EU, according to Michael Lodhi, chairman of dual headquartered Paris and Barcelona-based Spectrum IFA Group.