Chile, Peru, Colombia and Mexico – the countries belonging to trading bloc the Pacific Alliance – have turned their fortunes around regarding financial services investment. Silvia Pavoni reports.
Top Caricom banks: Trinidad and Tobago sees dip but keeps crown
August 1, 2018The Banker’s survey of the top 50 Caribbean Community banks shows Trinidad and Tobago lenders leading the way, despite a fall in assets and Tier 1 capital. Silvia Pavoni reports.
Tax and narcotics dominate Panama finance minister's agenda
July 4, 2018The finance minister of Panama, Dulcidio De La Guardia, is seeking international co-operation to help the country tackle issues such as tax evasion and drug trafficking. In addition, he tells Silvia Pavoni, he is also looking to the UK to assist in cultivating an environment in which fintechs can thrive.
Peruvian banks face digital challenge as cash appeal endures
July 4, 2018A change of president and an uptick in GDP is cause for optimism in Peru. However, as the economy improves, the country’s banks face a challenge in prising citizens away from their traditional faith in cash. Silvia Pavoni reports.
Poland scoops financial services FDI Brexit dividend
July 4, 2018Poland has attracted a good proportion of jobs and investment from US financial companies looking for bases outside a post-Brexit UK. Silvia Pavoni reports.
Top 1000 World Banks - Brazil's big banks shake off domestic troubles
July 2, 2018Brazil may have been hitting the headlines for all the wrong reasons, but its banks are still thriving. Meanwhile, Argentina dominates the return on capital table. Silvia Pavoni reports.
Top 1000 World Banks - Buoyant US banks strengthen grip in North America
July 2, 2018A more lax regulatory environment has given a boost to large US lenders, with the 'Big Four' of JPMorgan, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Citigroup all recording impressive performances in 2017. Silvia Pavoni reports.
Top 1000 World Banks - Chinese banks continue to dominate cost-to-income rankings
July 2, 2018Better domestic growth together with an improved global picture have given China’s banks the edge in the cost-to-income rankings. Silvia Pavoni reports.
Who will survive Latin America's ‘year of political risk’?
June 1, 2018Regional experts participating in The Banker’s virtual roundtable discuss the Latin American central banks that have impressed them, the countries that are at higher currency risk, and the possible impact on the region of elections in Mexico and Brazil. Edited by Silvia Pavoni.
Equality means profits: closing the gender gap
June 1, 2018After influential campaigns, investor pressure and research pointing to higher returns by more gender-balanced firms, why are banks still male? Silvia Pavoni investigates.