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United Kingdom investors may not need more than basic software packages costing less than 100 pounds sterling, but they may prefer more sophisticated package which have a greater demand for data. Packages are available for real-time data, and the London Stock Exchange is releasing prices after a delay of 20 minutes. Technical analysts argue that the boost to profit from complex packages means they are worthwhile. Trade optimization and market scanning are two features often sought by such analysts.
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Outsourcing is becoming increasingly common and specialist providers are being used by many fund management groups for settlement, clearing, tax reclamation and the like. The launch of Crest in the UK may stimulate a new wave of outsourcing due to the associated increase in costs of setting up new systems. Some investment houses have decided against outsourcing and aim to tackle these tasks in-house. This can result in greater flexibility.
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Regulation of global custody activities became more urgent after financial scandals relating to Robert Maxwell and Nick Leeson. The United Kingdom Securities and Investments Board issued draft regulations in Jul 1997. Topics discussed include asset segregation and stock lending. While some proposals are already accepted as good practice, others have given rise to more debate. Risk management is another topic which is under scrutiny.
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