European MMFs Post-Reform
In 2008 the G20 group of countries agreed to reforms for money market funds. European MMF reform was concluded in March 2019.
In 2008 the G20 group of countries agreed to reforms for money market funds. European MMF reform was concluded in March 2019.
There are four types of European money market fund under the new regulation.
More...Money market funds are mutual funds that invest in short-term money market instruments (MMI). These funds allow investors to participate in a more diverse and high-quality portfolio than if they were to invest independently.
More...The US and EU money fund industries remain the largest developed money fund markets in the world.
More...Interest in ESG in MMFs is growing. IMMFA supports the trend towards more sustainable investment.
More...Money market funds have preservation of capital and liquidity as their primary objectives. The ratings process methodically identifies, assesses and weighs each fund in terms of its ability to deliver on these objectives.
More...Money market funds offer many advantages to investors, including diversification across a wide range of assets, outsourcing of credit analysis to a professional team and same day or next day liquidity.
More...IMMFA members are bound by a set of Principles of Best Practice, the objective of which is to protect investors by requiring high and consistent standards for IMMFA funds.
More...A guide to some of the more frequently used acronyms and industry terms
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