In an era of accelerating political risk, structured products and hedging have come into their own. David Wigan explains how investment banks are responding to today’s volatility.
Derivatives’ new frontier: solutions for unusual times
Structured products go sustainable but framework needed
July 3, 2017The success of green bonds has spawned a demand for sustainable structured products, but if this youthful market is to succeed it will require a formal framework, say participants. Danielle Myles reports.
Digitisation spurs DIY structured products
July 3, 2017Digitisation and automation are revolutionising the way banks sell structured investment solutions. The latest developments see investments banks acting as platforms that enable professional buyers to tailor and execute their own products to the end client’s objectives. Danielle Myles reports.
Volatility strategies for unconventional times
July 3, 2017Low yields and record-high stock markets are prompting more and more investors to consider derivatives. Michael Marray explores why volatility trades are proving particularly popular, and how banks have responded to meet investor demand.
