EU warns UK asset managers of Brexit 'legal repercussions'

'Considerable uncertainties' facing sector

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The European Commission (EC) has told UK-based asset managers they must prepare for all Brexit scenarios, with the sector facing "considerable uncertainties" as the country prepares to leave the bloc.

In a letter written by the EC's Directorate-General for Financial Stability, Financial Services and Capital Markets Union, seen by Professional Adviser's sister magazine Investment Week, asset managers were told "preparing for the withdrawal is not just a matter for EU and national authorities but also for private parties". It said: "In view of the considerable uncertainties, in particular concerning the content of a possible withdrawal agreement, stakeholders, including managers of investment funds and investors are reminded of legal repercussions which need to be considered when the Un...

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