Episode 77: A Look at Mifid II Developments & the Use Cases for Behavioral Analytics

This week James and Anthony look at recent regulatory developments in Europe as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has releases its long-awaited study of the asset management industry and the UK, and final policy notes relating to Mifid II. They next turn their attention to this month’s Waters magazine cover story—a profile of Cheyne Capital’s Josh Jacobson—and examine how some vendors are entering the behavioral analytics space. 1:55 James gives an overview on recent FCA announcements and guidelines. 4:45 Change is coming for the way asset management is done in the UK. 7:00 Timeline for Mifid II developments going forward. 11:00 James and Anthony switch gears and look at this month’s cover story on Josh Jacobson. 13:45 What’s the case for behavior analysis of portfolio managers and traders. 18:30 James rants about Major League Soccer (MLS).