Institutions in the Nordics have not outsourced as much as in other regions, but they are showing more interest now that regulation is becoming more complex. George Mitton reports.
Institutions in the Nordics have not outsourced as much as in other regions, but they are showing more interest now that regulation is becoming more complex. George Mitton reports.
The asset servicing industry in the Nordics is fiercely competitive, though increased demand for compliance and consulting services means there are business opportunities. But it's all hands on deck to deal with the waves of regulation ready to hit the industry.
Operational outsourcing is thriving among asset managers but much less popular for pension funds. Nicholas Pratt examines why this is the case.
Outsourcing is not new to pension funds.
Senior executives at third-party administrators surveyed tell Funds Europe about competition and challenges in their industry.
Prior to the Alfi spring conference on 15-16 March, Funds Europe asked several of the scheduled speakers and figures in the Luxembourg market to highlight the critical issues facing the country's funds industry.
Single funds investing in diverse asset classes are gaining ground. Nicholas Pratt looks at how four asset managers run their operational infrastructure to support investment in a range of assets and geographies.
With a reputation for thought leadership, Elizabeth Corley, CEO-designate of Allianz Global Investors, tells Nick Fitzpatrick which writers and thinkers have shaped her world view as she steers AGI through the euro crisis.
It is a tough environment for hedge funds, which could lead to more demand for operational services as funds seek efficiencies and regulatory compliance. Funds Europe asked a range of administrators about their outlook for the admin business in 2012.
Citi and Man Group: Man Group appointed Citi as its 'global shareholder services partner' in March 2011.
The former chief executive officer of State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) has joined the board of directors at Multifonds, which provides software for fund accounting, portfolio accounting and transfer agency.
