When Thailand’s banks were hit with a ratings downgrade, it created uncertainty across the sector. With the country reopening to tourists and the banks exploring new growth models, there is hope of a return to form.

The Treasury’s recently announced changes following its wholesale capital markets review are significant, but not revolutionary — at least not for now.

Resilience gained through the painful post-global financial crisis restructuring has helped Portugal’s banks emerge from the pandemic with stable capital ratios, improved asset quality and ample liquidity.

Mário Centeno, governor of Portugal’s central bank and former finance minister, speaks to Peter Wise about the resilience of the Portuguese banking sector and the challenges ahead.

Turkey’s economy is suffering, with critics claiming the situation is being exacerbated by government policy.

Taking a hybrid approach will help retail banks grow, develop new processes and offer hyper-personalised services to customers.

International banks face numerous challenges in leaving Russia, even after they have made their exit.

Turkey’s banks are coping well with the financial, digital, economic and geopolitical risks confronting them

Mugur Isarescu, governor of the National Bank of Romania, speaks to Kit Gillet about the pandemic, key recent developments for Romania’s banking sector and the outlook for the period ahead.