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European Commission Approves Extension Of The Risk Weight Floor For Swedish Mortgages

Date 06/12/2021

The European Commission has announced that it does not intend to object to FI's intention to extend the current risk weight floor for Swedish mortgages. This means that FI may implement the measure.

Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters Change For The Security BABA-RM, CL-RM, DG-RM And DUK-RM

Date 06/12/2021

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Risk parameters change for the security BABA-RM
Risk parameters change for the security BABA-RM
Risk parameters change for the security CL-RM
Risk parameters change for the security CL-RM
Risk parameters change for the security DG-RM
Risk parameters change for the security DG-RM
Risk parameters change for the security DUK-RM

SEC Charges Dialysis Provider And Three Former Senior Executives With Revenue Manipulation Scheme - American Renal Associates Agrees To Pay $2 Million Civil Penalty

Date 06/12/2021

The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged American Renal Associates Holdings, Inc. (ARA), a provider of dialysis services through clinics across the country, with engaging in a revenue manipulation scheme that resulted in the restatement of several years of financial reporting. The SEC also charged two of ARA’s former chief financial officers, Jonathan Wilcox and Jason Boucher, and former ARA Controller, Karen Smith, for their misconduct related to the scheme.

Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters Change For The Security TFX-RM And AEE-RM

Date 06/12/2021

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Risk parameters change for the security TFX-RM
Risk parameters change for the security AEE-RM

BIS Quarterly Review: Widening The Regulatory Circle For Non-Bank Financial Firms

Date 06/12/2021

• Non-bank financial intermediaries (NBFIs) have grown significantly. Their activities can amplify market stress and undermine financial stability.

• A macroprudential regulatory approach is needed to address the structural vulnerabilities in NBFIs, most notably liquidity mismatches and hidden leverage.

• Concerns about a new virus variant late in the period under review1  curtailed investors' risk appetite. Financial conditions tightened in several emerging market economies where inflationary pressures persisted.

Remarks By US Deputy Secretary Of The Treasury Wally Adeyemo On Anti-Corruption At The Brookings Institution

Date 06/12/2021

Thank you to General Allen, Ambassador Eisen, and the Brookings Institution for inviting me to speak today.

This week, President Biden is hosting the inaugural Summit for Democracy. Representatives of nations will discuss how we can collectively advance a system of government that provides people with the right to define their destiny, including efforts to fight corruption.

ICAP Announces Charities For Its 29th Annual Global Charity Day On Thursday, 09 December 2021

Date 06/12/2021

ICAP, part of TP ICAP group, a leading provider of market infrastructure, is pleased to reveal some of the charities that it is supporting with its 29th annual global Charity Day, to be held on Thursday, 09 December 2021. 

UK Financial Conduct Authority, TPR And MoneyHelper Joint Statement On Old British Steel Pension Scheme

Date 06/12/2021

We are aware the Old BSPS scheme has exited the Pension Protection Fund (PPF) assessment period. Today, the trustees of the Old BSPS scheme have published the letter they are sending to scheme members. The FCA are working with the trustees of the scheme to monitor requests to transfer out and the firms who are advising members on their options.  

Statement On OCA’s Continued Focus On High Quality Financial Reporting In A Complex Environment, Paul Munter, SEC Acting Chief Accountant, Dec. 6, 2021

Date 06/12/2021

Introduction[1]

The events of the past year bring to mind the old saying that “change is the only constant in life.” Our capital markets continue to evolve and adapt in response to changes in the economic environment, investors’ needs for new types of information, and challenges related to the ongoing effects of the pandemic. Amidst these changes, the U.S. financial reporting system remains strong, largely due to the cumulative efforts of thousands of stakeholders who have exhibited resilience and adaptability, while remaining focused on the need for high quality financial reporting for the benefit of investors.

Nasdaq Survey Uncovers Portfolio Managers’ Top Data Infrastructure Challenges - Quantitative Managers Cite Inadequate Manpower As Source Of Dissatisfaction; Fundamental Managers Cite Inability To Quickly Onboard And Deploy Data

Date 06/12/2021

Nasdaq, Inc. (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today released results from a survey of portfolio managers across the U.S., revealing the top challenges they face in operating a scalable and efficient data infrastructure. Only 46% of respondents report being very or completely satisfied with their organization’s data infrastructure, and only 2% state that nothing limits their implementation of new datasets. The survey also explored different issues encountered by different types of portfolio managers – quantitative, fundamental and quantamental.