Further to the introduction of the European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR) in 2012 and subsequent revisions in 2015 and 2017, the REFIT program (Regulatory Fitness and Performance Program) was instigated. The purpose of the REFIT for Trade Reporting, which commenced in 2019, has been to review the issues identified in the years since reporting obligations were introduced and to use these findings to enhance the accuracy of Trade Reporting, through improved data quality and industry standardisation.
Summary of the PSD3 Proposal
On 28 June 2023, the European Commission published a proposed legislative package that seeks to modernise and harmonise the existing regulatory framework for electronic payments throughout the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA), currently regulated by the Second Payment Service Directive (PSD2).
FCA Consumer Duty – Next Steps
With the Consumer Duty coming into force on 31st July it is important for impacted firms to not see this as the finishing line, but rather the start of a continuous process to support and enhance customer outcomes.
What is SFTR?
Following the financial crisis, both securities lending and repurchase transactions came under increased scrutiny as they were perceived to have contributed to the build-up of hidden leverage in the market. Regulators sought to introduce Securities Financing Transaction Regulation (SFTR), covering three key requirements: transaction reporting, disclosure obligations and collateral reuse obligations. SFTR is a sweeping mandatory change for the securities …
LIBOR Transition Breakfast Event
The first in a series of LIBOR transition breakfast events took place in London on the 27th November 2018.
LIBOR Transition Roundtable
On Tuesday 27th November New Link Consulting are hosting the first in a series of events to explore the implications of transitioning away from LIBOR.
Planning for the Implications of Brexit
On the morning of the 24th June 2016, the EU woke up to the news that voters in the UK had narrowly voted in favour of leaving the European Union.
Brexit Insights
An interview with New Link Consulting Partner Tom Masters discussing the ramifications of Brexit on the Financial Services Industry and preparations firms should make.