Invesco Asset Management Limited (IAML) is a prominent investment management firm and a subsidiary of Invesco Ltd, a global leader in asset management. Since its registration with the EU Transparency Register on 19 March 2015, IAML has played a significant role in shaping financial policy and regulation within the European Union. The firm is headquartered in Luxembourg and operates as part of a global network, managing a diverse portfolio of assets and offering a wide range of investment solutions to institutional and retail clients.
IAML’s lobbying activities focus on influencing EU legislation and regulatory frameworks that impact the asset management industry. The firm’s main areas of interest include the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II), Packaged Retail and Insurance-based Investment Products (PRIIPS), European Market Infrastructure Regulation (EMIR), Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD), Undertakings for Collective Investment in Transferable Securities (UCITS), Benchmark Regulation (BMR), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Anti-Money Laundering Directive (AMLD), Solvency II, and various sustainable finance initiatives. IAML is also actively engaged in discussions around the Capital Markets Union (CMU), retail investment strategies, and the development of long-term savings products.
The firm’s approach to lobbying is characterized by direct engagement with EU policymakers, participation in high-level meetings, and collaboration with industry associations. IAML’s lobbying efforts are supported by a dedicated team of professionals who monitor regulatory developments, provide expert input, and advocate for policies that support the interests of the asset management sector and its clients. The firm is committed to transparency and ethical conduct, adhering to the standards set by the EU Transparency Register and relevant industry codes.
IAML’s networking extends across a broad spectrum of industry bodies, reflecting its commitment to collective advocacy and best practices. The firm’s financial disclosures indicate a consistent investment in lobbying activities, with annual expenditures in the range of €700,000 to €799,999 in recent years. IAML’s engagement with EU institutions is further evidenced by its participation in numerous high-level meetings with European Commission officials, focusing on topics such as financial stability, sustainable finance, and regulatory reform.
