US money market reform may spur 50% cash exodus
by Kylene Casanova
Moody's Investors Service has warned that up to 50 per cent of investor assets are likely to leave US prime money market funds (MMFs) ahead of major regulatory reforms in October.
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Read moreCompanies look to corporate venture investment for innovation and returns
by Kylene Casanova
The total amount of venture capital investments has grown from $76 billion in 2010 to $142 billion in 2015, according to research by the Boston Consulting Group.
MiFID II: the saga continues
by Kylene Casanova
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has responded to a letter it received last week from the European Commission on certain aspects of ESMA's draft MiFID II rules.
What do ECB rate cuts mean for companies?
by Kylene Casanova
As the European Central Bank yesterday cut two of its main interest rates, corporate treasurers may be wondering how the new stimulus package will affect them.
CTMfile web-site revamp: faster, & more responsive design for all devices + RANTS
by Jack Large
Hear the anguish in our RANTS and enjoy the clarity and speed on your desktop, tablet and phone
ESMA publishes first supervisory convergence work programme for 2016
by Kylene Casanova
European Securities and Markets Authority are changing their focus from single rulebook to supervisory convergence work
Uncertain global economy drives cash accumulation by AFP US members in 4Q 2015
by Kylene Casanova
Corporate Cash Indicators® survey showed US companies holding onto cash as increasing geopolitical risks, severe decline in most equity markets, volatility in commodity & currency prices + prevailing uncertainty
On the tenth day of Christmas my investment guru gave me five tips on how to:
by Kylene Casanova
Identify and invest spare cash world-wide
Will ESMA’s MiFID guidelines on investment advice be effective?
by Kylene Casanova
The European Securities and Markets Authority has published its final report on MiFID II guidelines for the assessment of knowledge and competence.
No rating changes expected as Fitch updates Global MMF Ratings Criteria
by Kylene Casanova
Fund managers may adjust their MMFs following the release of the new criteria and Fitch would expect those changes to be made by end-January 2016
Insights into the fund selection process
by Kylene Casanova
This insight into the fund selection process from research firm ECR Research can give corporate treasurers an understanding that can help ensure that cash is well placed.
Uncertainty for repos: becoming unprofitable due to Basel III, & other pressures..
by Kylene Casanova
ICMA study looks at how the repo market in Europe is changing in response to regulatory pressures. Must read for those who want to understand the pressures in the repo market and its future
The pitfalls and opportunities in RMB repo
by Kylene Casanova
Repurchase agreements remain a crucial investment option for RMB money market funds. While China's repo markets provide less transparency for investors, there are opportunities nonetheless.
Corporates rethinking collateral management in light of recent regulation
by Kylene Casanova
A report produced by Aite Group for Euroclear has highlighted the current challenges and opportunities facing treasurers and collateral managers in Europe’s capital markets.
Most companies need to change asset allocation policies to cope with new normal
by Kylene Casanova
SunGard’s 5th annual corporate cash investment survey reveals more surplus cash with corporates continuing with money market funds as they battle to overcome regulatory restrictions and lack of options
ETF industry set for huge growth by 2020
by Kylene Casanova
A global survey of the exchange traded fund (ETF) industry has indicated that ETFs are having a growing impact on the funds and asset management industry as a whole.
Paper examines strategic importance of collateral management
by Kylene Casanova
A report looks at the changes taking place in the financial markets since the global financial crisis and how this is having a profound effect on how collateral is used and managed.
Murex releases new version of MX.3 for investment managers
by Kylene Casanova
Fully integrated solution for cross-asset portfolio management for asset managers leveraging the power and functionality of Murex's front-to-back-to-risk platform
EIU survey finds corporate treasurers focused on weak economy and FX risk
by Kylene Casanova
A combination of weak economic growth and volatility in foreign exchange markets are the dominant risks facing corporate treasurers, according to the Economist Intelligence Unit.
EU and US issue joint statement on financial markets dialogue
by Kylene Casanova
A number of EU and US authorities have met to discuss regulatory developments in financial markets, as part of the Financial Markets Regulatory Dialogue.
Treasurers chase higher yields in corporate debt
by Kylene Casanova
Corporate treasurers are continuing to increase their investment in corporate debt, with this asset class now representing more than half of corporate cash allocations.
Bank of England hopes to strengthen SONIA with sterling money market data collection
by Kylene Casanova
A consultation paper on detailed plans for a new sterling money market data collection has been published by the Bank of England.
US corporates hang onto cash as business confidence drops
by Kylene Casanova
Financial professionals in the US expect to maintain higher cash balances during the third quarter, as business confidence and US economy compound uncertainty.
Deutsche Bank launches servicing solution for hybrid fund investors
by Kylene Casanova
New advanced operating platform manages and administers hybrid funds