Regulation
705 white papers and resources
Regulation underpins the practices and procedures of every single activity undertaken by the banking and finance communities: from what information needs to be contained in a disclosure document through to what constitutes bribery. Regulation is increasingly in focus, as the world’s governments struggle to bring us all back to financial stability. Below you will find law and regulation white papers that will show you the latest developments and what you need to do so your organisation stays within the law.
Consumer credit - getting ready for the new regulator
The government recently decided to transfer regulatory responsibility of consumer credit and second charge mortgages from the Office of Fair Trading (OFT) to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). This white paper analyses this decision and sets out an anticipated time-line for transfer.
Focus on private equity
This white paper discusses how the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 and the benefits of Internal Revenue Code Section 1202 should be considered by private equity.
Guide to the FSA redress scheme for interest rate hedging products: key questions answered
Under consideration in this white paper is the redress scheme announced by the FSA in relation to interest rate hedging products, including who can claim redress as a ‘non-sophisticated’ customer.
FATCA: better news for lenders
The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) was introduced by US legislators to prevent tax evasion by US tax payers holding assets outside the country. This white paper outlines some of the issues that lenders in the UK primary market need to consider in relation to FATCA.
Latest developments in interest rate hedging products claims
An investigation by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) has determined that 90% of interest rate hedging products such as swaps did not comply with regulatory requirements. This white paper reviews the Green & Rowley v RBS judgment and how it will impact financial institutions in the future.
Enforcement — what to expect under the Financial Conduct Authority
This white paper reviews the recent breakup of the Financial Services Authority (FSA). It provides insight into how the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) will regulate the UK’s financial services industry in the future.
2012/2013: Challenging years for European asset managers
European asset managers face significant regulatory challenges. The impact of new regulation will be substantial and will cause upheaval and change in the sector. This white paper summarises European and US areas of regulation that will impact European asset managers.
How to build CVA on top of an existing risk structure
This white paper explores the current credit valuation adjustment (CVA) landscape, looking at the different challenges of implementation. It discusses the various CVA strategies that are available to banks and provides insight to those looking to implement CVA projects effectively.
Recent Developments in the Russian Securities Market Regulatory Regime
This white paper reviews Law 282-FZ that was recently passed by the Russian State Duma. It introduces important amendments to key laws on the securities market, joint stock companies, banks and banking activity.
Can Russian depositors get their money out of Cyprus' banking system?
This white paper looks at the recent Cypriot banking crisis and how this has impacted depositors. It focuses particularly on three injunctions that have been granted by the Supreme Court and how they affect the billions of Euros that Russian depositors have in Cyprus’ two main banks.