INVESTMENT STRATEGY Feb 24, 2013

Food chain alert for investors

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Many global food companies are failing to monitor animal welfare adequately

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The wine fund’s bespoke valuation system is under fire
INVESTMENT STRATEGY Feb 24, 2013

Robeco deal generates great interest

Japan’s Orix beat a long list of rivals to buy the Dutch asset manager

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Nobles Crus rejects criticism over prices

The wine fund’s bespoke valuation system is under fire

Feb 22, 2013

Fears rise on corporate credit liquidity

As large funds have come to dominate the market, a pick-up in redemptions could cause problems

Feb 22, 2013

Quarterly review: Bond funds end year in full swing

There are only a few hints of the ‘great rotation’ from fixed income into equities

FTFM OPINION Feb 24, 2013

Sunny uplands ahead but map is essential

The global asset management industry appears to be on an upward trajectory

REGULATION & GOVERNANCE Feb 24, 2013

Clash over mandatory rotation of auditors

A number of asset managers are at loggerheads with the IMA over EU proposals

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Sights are set on $3tn milestone. Interest is accelerating across asset classes

Special Report: OTC derivatives

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While many issues are unresolved, new rules will leave few areas of trading untouched

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Proxy advisers dodge draconian regulation

Esma’s final report finds ‘no current market failure’ but raises concerns

INVESTMENT STRATEGY Feb 24, 2013

ICI Global to open Hong Kong office

Asia to play greater role in dialogue with global regulators

REGULATION & GOVERNANCE Feb 24, 2013

China widens access to fund market

More companies will be allowed to to launch retail funds via asset management arms

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