Regulator floats reversal of key part of Mifid II as current rules ‘restrict’ UK asset managers April 10, 2024 It said today that following a consultation, it will open up new doors by giving them more freedom and choice in how they pay, amid concerns it makes UK asset managers internationally uncompetitive.
US regulator slaps KPMG’s Dutch arm with record-breaking fine over exam cheating April 10, 2024 The penalty is the largest fine the PCAOB has ever imposed. The regulator also singled out former head of assurance, Marc Hogeboom, stating that he directly and substantially contributed to the violations.
US licensing partner joins race to buy up remaining assets of embattled Ted Baker April 10, 2024 Ted Baker’s American licensing partner is reportedly the lead contender to take control of the businesses embattled British arm.
Vanguard names new boss to lead European investment arm April 10, 2024 Investment giant Vanguard has announced the new boss of its European division.
London-listed Centaur Media receives takeover approach April 10, 2024 Centaur Media, the owner of titles such as The Lawyer, could become the latest London-listed company to go private after a takeover approach was revealed.
‘Not me, guv’: Tory peer ‘frustrated’ at government response to Post Office concerns, inquiry told April 10, 2024 A Conservative peer who has campaigned for the victims of the Post Office Horizon scandal told the inquiry he was “frustrated” at the government’s response when he raised concerns.
Is the London Stock Exchange’s AIM in terminal decline? April 10, 2024 The number of firms listed on London's AIM has cratered 30 per cent from 1,104 to just 742 in the last 10 years. Why?
BBC faces £100k libel trial by Tory donor over Pandora Papers Panorama April 10, 2024 Mohamed Amersi, who has been reported to have donated over £500,000 to the Conservative Party since 2016, brought the legal action against the BBC.
Hipgnosis boss calls for better copyright protection and pay for struggling musicians April 10, 2024 Hipgnosis boss Merck Mercuriadis has given evidence to a report which calls for better support and copyright protection for music artists.
The new Rolex models released at Watches and Wonders April 10, 2024 Today marks the start of the biggest week of the year for the watch industry as Watches & Wonders begins. Rolex is undoubtedly the crown jewel of the show each year.