Tag: Investment Monitoring & Shareholder Disclosures
From settlement speeds to strategic supervision: Regulation in transition
Introduction November’s regulatory developments reflect a continued recalibration of global supervision—faster markets, evolving consumer protections, and continuing regulatory attention on operational resilience. Europe is preparing for a move to T+1 settlement, expected to enhance efficiency but likely to test readiness across post-trade processes. In the UK, the FCA is refining both its MiFID organizational rules and the […]
Navigating the regulatory crossroads: Why increasing divergence matters for investment funds
Introduction In a time of rapid regulatory change, investment managers face a shifting landscape. As highlighted in a recent article by Funds Europe, our own Lewis Davison explores how the widening divergence in regulatory approaches across Washington, Brussels, and London is influencing funds’ structure, domicile, and investor reach. (Funds Europe) At Confluence, we believe recognising […]
Regulation in motion: Preparing for disclosure, oversight, and data-led supervision
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Stablecoins: Bridging volatility and stability in the digital asset space
What are Stablecoins? Stablecoins are a specialized type of cryptocurrency designed to maintain a stable value by being pegged to a less volatile reference asset, usually a flat currency like the U.S. dollar (USD), short-term treasuries, or even commodities like gold. Unlike traditional cryptocurrencies that often experience dramatic price fluctuations, stablecoins aim to maintain a […]
Regulatory reform in focus: Preparing for the next wave of simplification
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Navigating the UK’s Short Selling and Position Limits Reforms in 2025
The UK’s financial landscape is evolving with significant regulatory changes in short selling and position limits set to take effect in 2025 and 2026. These reforms are part of HM Treasury’s broader strategy to modernize financial services post-Brexit, ensuring competitiveness and growth for UK markets. Here’s what asset managers need to know about the upcoming […]
Mastering 13f-2 Reporting: Key Insights for Staying Ahead of the Curve
With the new 13f-2 reporting rules fast approaching, the latest webinar from Confluence and SEI Regulatory Services, Navigating 13f-2 Reporting: Expert Insight and Strategic Approaches, shed light on the critical aspects of compliance. With a compliance deadline of January 2, 2025 approaching fast, the session offered an in-depth look at regulatory expectations, practical steps for compliance, […]
The big picture: a global perspective on U.S. disclosure regulations
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AIFMD II and SEC Names Rule: what you need to know
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Tech in transaction reporting: new ID rules and ESG changes
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UK election and SEC Marketing Rule: key takeaways
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Climate disclosure rule: implications of a Trump victory for the SEC agenda
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ESG requirements and EU reporting: navigating the changes
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As pressures mount, SEC finalizing its rule for companies’ climate-related disclosures
Global scientific consensus and domestic political interests compete for its attention The SEC’s forthcoming Final Rule, requiring climate-related disclosures by US companies, is placed here in the context of recent global climate developments. This provides some perspective on the pressures faced by the SEC, as it finalizes its much talked-about 490-page proposal. We conclude with some important action items for investment firms, who will rely on these disclosures for their sustainability investment analyses and compliance functions.