The departure of UniCredit CEO Alessandro Profumo was not entirely unexpected, following rumours of his discomfort, but his sudden exit has still left many questions hanging over the future strategy of Italy's largest bank. Writer David Lane
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SEC wants joint muni roles prohibited
November 24, 2010Broker-dealers and advisory-only firms disagree over potential G-23 amendments. Writer Geraldine Lambe
Collateral damage
September 29, 2010There is broad consensus that moving over-the-counter derivatives to central clearing will reduce individual and systemic risks, but this is not a panacea. Writer Philip Alexander
Hitting the wrong target
September 29, 2010The new regulations designed to tame the world's banks and mend the post-crisis financial system are panning out with unintended consequences which threaten to hit the private sector where it hurts most. Michelle Price reports.
Sharing the pain
September 29, 2010A Basel proposal for subordinated debt to absorb losses if a bank is about to fail could overturn risk profiles, raise the cost of capital for banks and curtail issuance of subordinated instruments. Writer Geraldine Lambe
A brave new world
August 30, 2010Regulatory reform is changing the face of global finances for good, but it is important the new rules do not sacrifice liquidity in the search for transparency.
The failures of the Dodd-Frank bill
August 30, 2010The Dodd-Frank bill's failure to deal with the key problems that triggered the economic crisis is a missed opportunity.
Germany's naked aversion
August 30, 2010The German regulator's attempt to enhance financial stability by banning 'naked' short selling of shares and sovereign debt, as well as uncovered CDSs, is seen as an unwarranted distraction. Writer Charlie Corbett
Battle for the Islamic investor
August 30, 2010The Dubai stock exchange: interest in Islamic finance has gone global
Major global index providers rushed to satisfy a burgeoning interest in sharia-compliant investing. Now the challenge is to expand coverage and develop new products if the market is to reach its true potential. Writer James Gavin
EU's slow but steady road to recovery
August 30, 2010Buoyed by the recent stress test results, Europe's banks are maintaining the effort to deleverage, but are hampered by slow growth and volatile capital markets. Writer Brian Caplen