These developments can only favour those companies which may have found it difficult in the past to finance themselves, but which will now be able to raise equity more easily. In addition, a number of Europe-wide equity indices have been established, thereby contributing to extending the trading possibilities and the position-taking opportunities for investors.
The public must be involved in the fight against money laundering and terrorism and meaningful involvement can be achieved through their education on key issues and signals. Growth in the general awareness of the nature of money laundering and its pernicious effects when combined with the training of relevant stakeholders can lead to the appropriate level of vigilance.