Luxembourg’s profile as an international finance centre has seen significant growth in recent years, on the back of its increasing focus on international listings.

By covering the whole value chain through an integrated business model, exchanges can benefit all of their customer groups from issuers to private investors, says Rainer Riess of Deutsche Börse.

The Malaysian Bourse’s keen focus on market appeal and its diversity of investment opportunities put it in a strong position to capitalise on opportunities in the changing financial environment.

There are many factors to consider when evaluating which approach to take to establish or enhance market infrastructure. David Myers considers the role of the capital markets in determining strategy.

Regulators and users alike are working to break down the barriers between world exchanges in a fight to open up the market and reduce costs, writes Frances Maguire.

The recent evolution of the world’s exchanges is a story of dynamic transformation. Until the 1980s, exchanges would, in their essentials, have been recognisable to a merchant who was trading in the 14th century – the time of their inception.

The amount of data that financial institutions need to store is constantly increasing, with knock-on effects on data centre capacity, energy use and running costs. Michelle Price reports.

The allure of private equity might have faded in developed markets, but Africa is providing golden opportunities for funds that are willing to swallow a bit more risk. Charlie Corbett reports.

The Azerbaijan government is keen to use its geostrategic location and growing resources wealth to establish its status as a regional hub, and the financial sector is eager to play its part, reports Philip Alexander.

Peter Wise reports on the Portuguese firms that are making a name for themselves on the international stage.