Pandemic has DC sponsors holding off on plan upgrades
July 13, 2020 12:00:00 AMThe coronavirus has forced many defined contribution sponsors to postpone or delay new initiatives.
Election in sight, but focus stays on secure retirement
July 13, 2020 12:00:00 AMLawmakers and regulators will be busy in the second half of the year, despite challenging circumstances and an upcoming election.
Global economy on the rebound, but plenty of potholes still seen
July 13, 2020 12:00:00 AMThe global economy looks to be rebounding from the shortest and deepest economic shock in history, economists say, but concerns remain.
MiFID II unbundling rules need fixing, but it won't be this year
July 13, 2020 12:00:00 AMMoney managers expect a MiFID II review to include a closer look at investment research rules.
Investors to build on trends already in place
July 13, 2020 12:00:00 AMA policy backstop has left Asian institutional investors in a moderate risk-on mood for the second half of the year.
European firms in regulation limbo
July 13, 2020 12:00:00 AMThe COVID-19 pandemic has left European money managers with less time to cope with upcoming regulatory changes.
Future is looking worse for those most vulnerable
July 13, 2020 12:00:00 AMEconomists fear the coronavirus pandemic will have a disproportionate negative impact on emerging economies.
Crisis speeds up threats that were expected years from now
July 13, 2020 12:00:00 AMThe coronavirus pandemic and subsequent lockdowns have intensified a number of threats to the global economy or reversed long-term trends.
Innovations to fight virus offer hope for investors
July 13, 2020 12:00:00 AMThere are investment opportunities in sectors taking the lead in pandemic-related innovation as well as parts of the real estate market.
Credit managers to exploit market dislocations
July 13, 2020 12:00:00 AMManagers and investors are expected to pivot their credit exposure to take advantage of anticipated distress in the marketplace.