Calls to separate UBS’s private and investment banking divisions have resulted in a heated debate among defenders and opponents alike. Silvia Pavoni reports.
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Fragile system under pressure
July 1, 2008An investigation into the credit default swaps market is adding to the Icelandic banking system’s woes, but banks’ soundness and international reach should help them once the storm is over, writes Silvia Pavoni.
Secrets of success in the custodian market
July 1, 2008Alternative investments are providing both business opportunities and challenges to custodians, whose response will determine their profile in an increasingly competitive arena, Silvia Pavoni reports.
Good plays can still be found
July 1, 2008Signs of a slowdown in the real estate market are clear, but in The Banker’s 2008 real estate investment survey, Silvia Pavoni finds there are still good opportunities out there.
Building the world's new infrastructure
June 2, 2008Engineering and technological marvels are cropping up all over the world as ambition and demand for ever-more advanced infrastructure grows, writes Silvia Pavoni.
Prospects for nuclear financing
April 7, 2008Silvia Pavoni reports on the potential and pitfalls of private finance for the UK’s new nuclear power station building programme.
Easy money as the good times roll
April 7, 2008There seems to be no end in sight to the commodities boom, as prices rise and demand from investors seeking diversification and returns grows. Silvia Pavoni reports on developments in some of the non-oil sub-sectors that are attracting attention.
Lenders face challenge in quest for healthy returns
April 7, 2008In a liquidity-constrained market, what revenues opportunities are there for securities lenders? Silvia Pavoni finds that quality of collateral is key.
Hedge funds find silver lining in subprime clouds
January 2, 2008While the rest of the market reels from the subprime-sparked credit crunch, some specialist hedge funds which speculated on a downturn are reaping hefty returns. Silvia Pavoni looks at how they did it and where they will look next.
The selfish green
January 2, 2008The world of green initiatives is opening up to investors – whether green or sceptic – as banks create climate change-related financial products and indices. Silvia Pavoni reports.