As the financial crisis enters its second year, The Banker invited the heads of financial institutions groups at major banks to discuss what needs to be done. Writer Charles Piggott

As banks come to terms with the credit crisis and set about realigning their business strategies, The Banker CEO survey has reviewed opinion from across the sector. Writer Charles Piggott Research Isabel Buruma

Lower debt levels and comparatively low rates of bad loans mean that even the poorer Latin American countries are faring better than their developed counterparts when it comes to exposure to the financial crisis. Writer Charles Piggott.

While times are hard for many in the financial sector, one investor’s loss is another’s gain. The Banker speaks to five veteran investors, who advise that, as long as caution is applied, there has never been a better time to buy stocks. Writer Charles Piggott.

The financial crisis has rocked the globe and fundamentally changed the way we assess what makes a country successful.The Banker’s latest rankings, which focus on low leverage, reveal some surprising results. Charles Piggott reports

While the the world’s major financial centres are in disarray, smaller European markets are reaping the benefits. Writer Charles Piggott.

The Banker’s top 10 bright ideas for potential limitless returns on investment. Report by Charles Piggott.

Charles Piggott analyses the results of The Banker's survey of up and coming electronic trading systems for bonds.

The Banker asked a panel of experts to rate this year’s banking mergers. They gave top marks to Barclays/Woolwich but were highly negative on Dresdner/Wasserstein Perella.