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Verdict Staff

UK FCA proposes new rules on dealing commission for investment managers

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has proposed improvements to the rules and new guidance over investment managers’ use of client commissions.

Team management and development essential for future competitiveness: EY

An overwhelming majority (84%) of business executives say that their organization’s ability to develop and manage teams will be essential for future competitiveness, according to a global EY survey.

Lagoon Capital, HarbourVest join forces for MENA secondary market

Lagoon Capital Partners, a Dubai-based private equity and advisory firm, and HarbourVest Partners have joined forces to jointly source, evaluate and invest in private equity assets held by investors in the MENA region.

Threadneedle, Big Issue Invest to launch UK Social Bond Fund

Threadneedle Investments (Threadneedle) is set to launch the Threadneedle UK Social Bond Fund in partnership with Big Issue Invest, the social investment arm of The Big Issue.

Hedge Fund Association appoints US Regional Chapter Leaders

The Hedge Fund Association has appointed Thalius Hecksher as Regional Director for the HFA’s Southeast Chapter, and Robert G. Sawyer in the newly created role of Regional Director for the HFA’s Boston Chapter.

LourdMurray opens office in New Orleans

LourdMurray, an independent investment advisory and financial planning firm, has opened its New Orleans office.

Draft Islamic finance rules submitted to Morocco parliament

Moroccan Association for Participative Finance Professionals has submitted the draft Islamic banking and insurance regulations to parliament and expected to be passed by end of 2014, according to Reuters.

Sanlam slashes fees on UK offshore bond

Sanlam Global Investment Solutions has slashed fees on its Global Investment Plan offshore bond in a move to hold its commitment to the advisers operating in the UK offshore bond market, according to International Adviser.

German economy to witness positive growth in 2014: Roland Berger and Creditreform

The German economy again will see strong growth in 2014, according to a study entitled ‘”Cash for Growth 2013’ by Roland Berger Strategy Consultants and Creditreform.

Global Forum moves towards automatic exchange of tax information and transparency

The international community has taken new steps to strengthen transparency and boost the comprehensive exchange of information between governments worldwide.