This is a podcast series for the Asset Management sector. It explores contentious themes and trends for Asset Managers and Investment Funds. The series will cover: Reputational Risk Management, Conflicts, Market Abuse, S.90A FSMA Claims, Sanctions, Cyber, FCA Enforcement Themes and Trends and Digital Assets, among others.
Episode 6: Various Claimants v Barclays Bank Plc - a tough outcome for passive investors in section 90A FSMA claims
On 25 October 2024, the High Court ruled on a strike-out application in Various Claimants v Barclays PLC [2024] EWHC 2710 (Ch), focusing on the "reliance test" for shareholders in s. 90A FSMA claims.
Episode 5: Market Abuse
In this episode, we examine two key publications by the FCA from earlier this year, focusing on their guidance around market abuse:
- Market Watch 77: Highlights the trading activities of organized crime groups, particularly methods used to access inside information, such as recruiting junior staff.
- Market Watch 79: Provide