Canada has recently introduced some new ventures that have a relatively democratic aim. AST investigates what will come of them
Switzerland’s local fund managers may not take to AIFMD as enthusiastically as regulators. AST takes a look
Iberia may have signed up for harmonisation—but it looks like the politicians haven’t been told. AST reports
The Russian markets have bounded through change after change—perhaps a little too quickly. AST takes a look
Ireland’s EU presidency and its regulatory readiness are just two reasons why it’s holding steady when it comes to attracting fund business. AST takes a look
Standard Chartered’s acquisition of Absa’s custody business could be vital to a country primarily known for its domestic market, as AST finds out
A complex and continuously shifting regulatory environment means that custody in Brazil can be a tricky business. AST takes a look
Sweden seems to always come out on top regardless of the European climate, and custody in the country is no different. AST takes a look