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Systemic Risk Council Calls for Renewed Debate on Reforms for Financial System Stability

Ahead of a webinar Wednesday, October 14, 2020, the Systemic Risk Council (SRC) today has issued a paper on further possible measures to underpin the resilience and stability of the financial system. The webinar is titled: READ MORE ›

Book Review: Empire of the Fund

William Birdthistle provides a witty description of mutual fund design and categorizes its imperfections entertainingly, offering more palatable alternatives. This slender volume is a welcome addition to the library of the professional and retail investor alike.

Flash Boys Debate: FT “Samples the Mood” on High-Frequency Trading at #FutureFinance Conference

Speakers at the CFA Institute Annual Conference hold a range of views on an issue that cuts to the heart of the transparency and fairness of financial markets.

Martin Wheatley Pushes for UK Financial Reform

Since taking on the role of chief executive at the UK’s new Financial Conduct Authority, Martin Wheatley has been outspoken about implementing new reforms in the financial sector.

Financial Reform in Asia: Sector Must Shift from Master to Servant of Real Economy

Fung Global Institute President Andrew Sheng says the central challenge for financial reform is reining in the sector, which has grown too big.

Search for Stability: Regulation, Reform, and the Role of Monetary Policy

Former U.S. Federal Reserve Bank governor Randall Kroszner says that the best preparation for any economic crisis is knowing history.

Live Stream Session: The Flaws of Finance

James Montier discusses how bad models, bad behavior, bad incentives, and bad policies interact to create perfect storms for markets.

“Banks Don’t Fail. They Are Destroyed,” Says Nigeria’s Reforming Central Bank Chief

Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, has combined tough talk with firm action to reform the banking sector in Africa's most populous country.

Delegate Polling: Market Volatility, Sovereign Risk, and Rising Inflation Are Key Concerns

Audience polling conducted at last week's 64th CFA Institute Annual Conference casts a spotlight on the investment risks that are top of mind for global investment professionals.

Responding to Fallout from the Financial Crisis

Jon Stokes, head of Standards of Practice at CFA Institute, outlines how the global association is equipping investment professionals to meet new challenges posed by regulatory reform and a loss of trust.