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Financial services: bringing the broader perspective

In today’s complex business climate, the financial services industry demands an integrated approach to managing its uncertainties and opportunities.

At Ernst & Young, our reputation is built on assembling multi-disciplinary teams from around the world to deliver a global perspective.  Aligned to key industry groups including asset management, banking and capital markets, insurance and private equity, we provide integrated assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services.

And with nearly 35,000 dedicated financial services professionals globally, we naturally approach issues from every angle to quickly see the broader picture. This means you get a clear perspective of your market and the options available to you. It’s how Ernst & Young makes a difference.

Welcome to Ernst & Young Financial Services.

Positioning for change: US financial reform

Following the passage of the Dodd-Frank Act, executives can expect a major transformation in the world in which financial services (pdf, 1.1mb) firms must operate. Read about immediate priorities and evaluate the impact of the law through a structured assessment of the strategic, tax and operational implications on your business model.

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Dodd-Frank Act: Implications for private fund advisors
An Ernst & Young webcast for asset management executives 
Wednesday, September 15, 2010 04:00 PM Eastern time

2010 global bank risk management survey

Our 2010 risk management survey (pdf, 2.9mb) reveals a triple threat: banking regulations, risk management and rising costs. Learn about strategies the global banking industry is using to get back to business in an uncertain world.

Prepare for more private equity and hedge fund regulation

Amid increased calls for transparency, hedge fund and private equity firms are bracing for enhanced regulation. By taking a top-down approach to governance and risk that encompasses the entire organization, executives can prepare for heightened disclosure requirements. Our Q&A looks at some of the issues facing organizations.

IASB issues its Exposure Draft

On 30 July 2010, the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) issued their Exposure Draft (ED) on IFRS 4 Insurance Contracts. In response to the Exposure Draft, Ernst & Young produced a special report that summarizes the main points of the IASB's draft on IFRS 4.