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Is ‘transition’ the new green for bonds?

March 11, 2020

There is still much to debate in the development of an asset class that will support the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Tough times ahead for India’s private banks?

March 10, 2020

The Indian government’s bail-out of Yes Bank raises broader questions about the health of India’s private banks.

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Baird's European chief thinks bigger by looking smaller

March 6, 2020

Baird’s head of European investment banking talks to Marie Kemplay about the keys to success in mid-market M&A.

FX trading reaches record volumes in 2019

March 2, 2020

Surveys from the Bank of England and the Bank for International Settlements indicate record FX trading activity in 2019. 

Will Italy fall into recession?

February 25, 2020

The coronavirus outbreak in northern Italy is stoking fears that the Italian economy will see its second consecutive quarter of negative growth.

A moment of hope for Puerto Rico’s economy?

February 18, 2020

Agreement with bondholders to restructure $35bn-worth of debt could mark a turning point for the Caribbean island’s struggling economy.

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UniCredit CIB chief looks to deliver client-driven investment banking

February 13, 2020

UniCredit’s corporate and investment banking head, Richard Burton, speaks to Marie Kemplay about how its approach to business represents a win both for clients and the bank.

What will follow Malawi's moment of democratic triumph?

February 11, 2020

Malawi’s judiciary has stood up for democracy, but it is unclear what is in store next for this small east African economy. 

Belarus takes tentative steps westwards

February 4, 2020

Former Soviet state Belarus is continuing its modernisation efforts as it leans away from Russia, as Marie Kemplay reports.

Sustainable finance bond issuance soars in 2019

January 27, 2020

There was a significant increase in bonds issued with environmental or social objectives attached in 2019.

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