Nowhere has the pivot towards digital transactions been more successful than in Asia. Coronavirus has been an unexpected boon, driving greater adoption of digital banking and mobile payments.

The coronavirus shutdowns brought Asia’s supply chains to a halt, requiring quick action to adapt them and their financing. Kimberley Long reports.  

European retail banks were facing numerous challenges before the coronavirus pandemic hit and are under even more pressure now. They will need to embrace change if they are to survive.

Investors are keen to understand the impact companies are having on the environment and society at large, but gathering and presenting that data remains a complex task.

Financial firms warned reporting climate-related information will soon become mandatory.

The rise in digital payments and widespread working from home as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic means banks must deal with a more complex cyber-threat environment. 

Spanish banks adapted to crisis quickly – but most acknowledge it will hit profitability.

At start of year, Senegal’s banks were adequately capitalised but pandemic has spurred upheaval.