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Why spotting negative news matters for financial institutions

Published on May 2, 2024 by Suresh Chavali

In the intricate world of financial institutions, overlooking negative news when conducting the know your customer (KYC) process can lead to substantial problems and serious and lasting damage. Acuity Knowledge Partners understands the gravity of these challenges and leverages its expertise, drawing from diverse backgrounds and global insights, to guide our clients to avoid potential pitfalls.

What happens when you miss negative news:

  • Reputation is damaged: Trust is crucial for a financial institution. Missing negative news could foster doubt about its reputation. Stories spread fast, and even a hint of association with failure could seriously damage an institution's standing.

  • Legal issues emerge: If an institution misses negative news, it could violate regulations, leading to heavy fines and penalties.

  • Money troubles could arise: Unidentified risks could translate into financial loss, impacting the institution’s value and hurting its overall financial health.

  • Operational problems could surface: Not spotting a risk could result in more checks, regulators getting involved and possible disruption to business.

How Acuity Knowledge Partners can help

We have a unique way of handling these risks, with a team of experts who bring a wealth of global experience and deep knowledge.

  • Global understanding of KYC: Our experts understand KYC from a global perspective and can identify the different risks that could arise in different parts of the world.

  • Expertise in dealing with different types of entities: We don't focus on just one type of entity. Our experts are experienced in working with various types of entities, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies involved in different business structures.

  • Best-in-class backgrounds: Our team comprises professionals who have worked for some of the world’s best financial institutions. This wealth of experience equips them with insights on industry best practices and the ability to navigate complex scenarios.

  • Industry insights, not just rulebook knowledge: Having worked with industry experts, we bring real-world insights that go beyond what regulations dictate.

  • Collaborative expertise: We foster a collaborative environment where insights are shared, ensuring a comprehensive approach to identifying and addressing risks.

Helping to make smart choices:

We don't just identify risks; we help our clients make smart decisions. Our reports are clear and detailed, helping decision-makers bring new clients on board confidently.

The stakes are high in the KYC process, and missing a detail is not an option. At Acuity Knowledge Partners, we do not just meet standards; we go above and beyond. Combining our diverse expertise with the latest technology, we ensure that we identify each relevant piece of information and each red flag, so our clients can function smoothly and safely.


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About the Author

Suresh Chavali has over 11 years of experience in compliance, having worked for various firms including Barclays and Deutsche Bank. His expertise spans across the risk and compliance sector, focusing on know your customer (KYC) and risk management. At Acuity Knowledge Partners he is responsible for Pre-sales and Product Management support to Compliance Services. Suresh has done his engineering from JNTU Hyderabad.

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