Asset management

Movement towards IFRS Movement towards IFRS: what is the potential for impact on processes, systems and controls for investment companies
This point of view discusses considerations, and steps you can be taking now to best position your organization.
Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2010 Emerging Trends in Real Estate® 2010
Produced by PricwaterhouseCoopers and the Urban Land Institute ULI), Emerging Trends in Real Estate, now in its 31st year, is the oldest, most highly regarded annual industry outlook for the real estate and land use industry and includes interviews and survey responses from more than 900 leading real estate experts, including investors, developers, property company representatives, lenders, brokers and consultants.
Valuation process transparency: Demands challenge asset managers and directors Valuation process transparency: Demands challenge asset managers and directors
This publication stresses the importance of asset managers taking a proactive approach to their valuation process in order to protect both themselves and their shareholders.
3rd Quarter 2009 current developments for mutual fund audit committees
The document includes PwC articles & observations for the quarter, tax developments, summary of developments for this and the previous quarter and publications of interest to mutual fund directors.
Due diligence Seeking transparency in uncertain times: Refocusing your investment adviser due diligence program
It is no longer advisable for investors to rely on the historical performance returns of investment managers.
The day after tomorrow for asset management
 The second of our Day after tomorrow perspective series, in this report we set out some of the most critical issues the industry faces today and in the future.
The Professional Development Program 2009 calendar
 The Professional Development Program includes a variety of learning solutions including: over 30 seminar courses, eLearning self studies, podcasts and webcasts to meet your needs in this rapidly changing industry.
FS regulatory newsletter FS regulatory newsletter
Monthly newsletter providing insight on current regulatory issues.

Against a background of increasing regulation and continuing financial market volatility, investment managers are facing mounting competition from foreign rivals and new entrants. The winners are likely to be companies that can sustain top-tier service through targeted customer segmentation, while curbing distribution and service costs. As access to market becomes increasingly critical and customers demand ever more personalised products and services, investment managers will also need to concentrate on fewer—and more effective—distributor relationships.

These challenges are being compounded by the cost and complexity of meeting new sales, reporting and prudential directives. On the plus side, effective compliance could strengthen stakeholder confidence and sharpen competitive differentiation in an increasingly crowded market place.