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FCA Update - New MiFIDPRU regime released

22 October 2021

FCA Update - New MiFIDPRU regime released

The FCA has today announced that they have made final rules to streamline and simplify prudential requirements for solo-regulated UK firms authorised under the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID).

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Apex Group puts stake in the ground for Sustainability in Cricket

22 October 2021

Apex Group puts stake in the ground for Sustainability in Cricket

In August this year, we received our starkest warning yet from the International Panel on Climate Change, as scientists revealed that temperatures are likely to rise by more than 1.5C in the next two decades, breaching the Paris Agreement and delivering grave consequences for our planet and its inhabitants. The need to act now is undeniably clear, and with COP26 round the corner, climate change is firmly at the top of the agenda on the world stage.

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Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) – Report on Climate-Related Financial Risk

15 October 2021

Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) – Report on Climate-Related Financial Risk

The FSOC has released a report on climate-related risks and the impact on US financial stability. It examined an emerging consensus framework for climate-related financial risks to identify and respond to vulnerabilities in the US financial system that could arise from unpredictable shocks to economic or financial conditions.

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Apex appoints Declan Byrne as Head of Loan Agency

14 October 2021

Apex appoints Declan Byrne as Head of Loan Agency

Apex Group Ltd. (“Apex” or “The Group”), a global financial services provider, announces today the appointment of Declan Byrne, to the newly created role of Head of Loan Agency, Corporate Solutions. In this role, Declan is based in Dublin and reports to Michael Carroll, Head of Corporate Services, Ireland and will oversee the continued development and growth of the Group’s Loan Agency services.

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Film highlights importance of sustainable investments ahead of COP26

14 October 2021

Film highlights importance of sustainable investments ahead of COP26

There has never been a greater urge for the world to come together, both as individuals and corporations, and tackle one of the biggest global threats our humanity faces today – climate change.

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Apex Group closes acquisition of ARM Swiss Representatives

13 October 2021

Apex Group closes acquisition of ARM Swiss Representatives

Apex Group Ltd. (“Apex” or “The Group”), a global financial services provider, today announces the close of the acquisition of ARM Swiss Representatives SA (“ASR”), following regulatory approval from FINMA.

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Climate risk challenge for Hong Kong’s fund managers

13 October 2021

Climate risk challenge for Hong Kong’s fund managers

New Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) regulations require fund managers to consider climate-related risks in their investment decision processes.

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Climate Financial Risk Forum (CFRC) Guide – Disclosures and Managing Legal Risks

13 October 2021

Climate Financial Risk Forum (CFRC) Guide – Disclosures and Managing Legal Risks

Managing legal risks for liabilities for ESG related disclosures and reporting was a key aspect considered by the CFRC. Financial institutions should take their reporting duties seriously and consider what disclaimer language may be included in TCFD reporting and other climate and ESG disclosures.

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New demands on MiFID investment firms as UK IFPR deadline looms

12 October 2021

New demands on MiFID investment firms as UK IFPR deadline looms

New eBook helps investment firms to work through new UK prudential, capital and liquidity requirements.

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China’s liberalisation of investments presents opportunities

07 October 2021

China’s liberalisation of investments presents opportunities

China has undergone substantial changes in their asset management sector which has allowed for more opportunities that fund managers around the world can take advantage of. There is now a more streamlined process that allows fund groups to qualify for the Qualified Foreign Institutional Investors (QFII) scheme, reducing the time it takes to enter the market.

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Visibility and Connectivity – small companies and the new investor

06 October 2021

Visibility and Connectivity – small companies and the new investor

Prior to Covid-19, investors had themselves been seeking a different model of engagement – one that goes beyond standard annual general meetings and financial reporting. Now, having experienced the effectiveness of remote and digital engagement, they will expect more company visibility and connectivity.

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Technology, social impact and the rise of the new investor

01 October 2021

Technology, social impact and the rise of the new investor

While the rise of the millennial investor will lead to changes in the way that companies interact with their audiences, the content of that story is also likely to change. Having clear policies, measuring your impact, and communicating your efforts are no longer nice-to-haves, they’re necessities.

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