Nomura Research Institute (NRI), Ltd., a leading provider of consulting services and system solutions, announced the opening of its new Luxembourg office – Nomura Research Institute Europe Limited Luxembourg Branch (NRI Europe Luxembourg Branch). NRI Europe Luxembourg Branch will provide consulting and financial solutions with a focus on support for fund service providers and buy-side institutions in Europe. "With enhanced regulatory demands in the European market, financial institutions have a greater need for operational efficiency and support," said Koji Hashimoto, President, NRI Europe. "Our clients in this region will benefit from the added on-the-ground support and local access to our global compliance expertise." www.nri.com