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India to begin regulatory framework for crowdfunding

As the UK and the US institute crowdfunding regulations, India is also drafting its own set of rules.


New amendments to pending Volcker rules may postpone implementation

New inclusions to avoid the London Whale scandal is sought to be included in the new Volcker Rules, which may result in failure to meet the mandated year end deadline.

Higher yields is the reason why pension funds choose alternative investments

With a return of just 6.4% per year in traditional investment vehicles, a shortfall of 1.6%, many pension funds opt to invest in alternative options which promise higher returns.

Private investors seek settlement from JPMorgan

Fund managers BlackRock Inc and Neuberger Berman Group LLC seek settlement in the amount of USD5.75 billion for mortgage backed securities fraud.


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