MiFID II is expected to unleash innovation in research.
Lack of information on research pricing is a hurdle for MiFID II unbundling.
The research standard preps for MiFID II's unbundling requirements.
If it can't be measured, it can't be managed.
Research's complexity will keep analysts employed for some time.
A research buffet is likely to win over an à la carte model.
European firms must comply regardless of research provider location.
The buy side's future involves a synthesis of human and artificial intelligence.
Under MiFID II, fund managers will want to measure alpha from research.