Stephen Timewell in Dubai reports on the mould-breaking merger plans of the UAE’s first and fourth largest banks.
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Playing ball with Chávez
September 3, 2007Banks that co-operate with Venezuela’s government can make good profits, but some fear a total takeover of the banking system is the true game plan. John Rumsey explains.
An economic metamorphosis
September 3, 2007The Colombian economy’sstellar performance has been one of the main reasons for the unprecedented rise in foreign direct investment, from about $500m in 2002 to a forecast $8bn this year, as president Alvaro Uribe, who came to power in 2002, recently pointed out to The Banker (for full interview, see page 20).
Foreign banks circle overhead
September 3, 2007Colombia’s security and economic situation has improved to the extent that foreign banks are looking for takeover targets. Karina Robinson reports from Bogotá and Medellín.
Tax make or break
September 3, 2007Brian Caplen reports on Mexico’s plans to build on its financial stability and raise pitiful tax take levels.
Mexico plays catch-up
September 3, 2007The banking system promises huge profits potential in the next few years as players plan growth strategies in a bid to catch up with the rest of Latin America. Brian Caplen reports from Mexico City.
Tigers show how to weather market storms
September 3, 2007Our rankings reveal no evidence of a bursting Asian bubble as China, and India to a lesser extent, power onwards.
The Russians are coming
September 3, 2007Chingis Gombosuren in Ulaanbaatar reports on Russian oligarchs’ sudden appetite for Mongolian banks.
Dampened growth in the property fund market
September 3, 2007To realise their potential, Japanese real estate investment trusts need both consolidation and to be granted a freer hand by regulators, says Charles Smith.
Looking to a greater overseas presence
September 3, 2007After the bunker mentality of the early 2000s, when some banks sold off almost all their overseas assets, Japan’s big banks are increasingly turning their attentions abroad. Charles Smith reports.