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Which countries should take the lead to introduce the world’s first Islamic fintech
December 12th, 2016
Malaysia and Bahrain, two leadng Islamic financial hubs in the world, should take the lead in exploring the potential of introducing the world’s first Islamic financial technology (fintech). Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) Executive Director for Financial Services Business ...
Why Europe must end in tears
December 11th, 2016
The latest consequence of economic mismanagement in Europe was the failed attempt at constitutional reform in Italy this week. The Italian people have had enough of their government’s economic failure, and is refusing to give it more power. The ...
The world’s oldest bank survival may trigger deep crisis in whole Europe
December 8th, 2016
Monte dei Paschi bailout this weekend could trigger crisis in Italian banking Bankers are running out of private-sector solutions for Monte dei Paschi di Siena and have told the Italian lender to prepare for a state bailout this weekend ...
What to know now following Italy’s “NO” result and Renzi resignation
December 5th, 2016
Italy’s Prime Minister Matteo Renzi has said he will officially resign Monday, after voters apparently rejected his proposals for constitutional reform. What should investors keep an eye out for after his defeat? Although the referendum on Sunday was officially ...
Lithuania is looking to attract FinTech companies
December 5th, 2016
Of all the cities lining up to poach London’s business post-Brexit, Vilnius might seem the most unlikely. Yet the Lithuanian capital has much to offer financial firms, from liveability and local talent to cutting-edge fintech regulation. Euromoney visits a ...
Credit cycles and gold
December 3rd, 2016
The Trump shock produced some unexpected market reactions, partly explained by investors buying into a risk-on argument,equities over bonds and buying dollars by selling other currencies and gold. This is because President-elect Trump has stated he will implement infrastructure ...
Italy has requested possible Monte dei Paschi bailout
December 2nd, 2016
Italy is discussing with the European Commission the terms of a state bailout of ailing bank Monte dei Paschi (BMPS.MI: Quote) that has already been requested and could be launched next week if needed, Italian daily Corriere della Sera ...
Is Italy’s Referendum a move towards Italy’s EU Exit?
December 1st, 2016
The accepted wisdom is that Italy’s referendum on the 4th of December is a major political challenge to the integrity of the Eurozone, but do all analysts agree as some appear to be downplaying its importance? Italy’s referendum on ...
Trump’s election victory may boost Greek economy: Top Banker
November 28th, 2016
Trump’s election victory may boost Greek economy: Top Banker > Piraeus Bank chair George Handjinicolaou speaks in interview > Chairman declines to give timeframe for pending CEO pick Donald Trump’s election victory could spark spreading economic growth that lifts ...
Brexit Triggers Office Oversupply Fears in London
November 16th, 2016
Barclays Plc is planning to reduce 25% of its London office space, a trend that could intensify as companies fret the Brexit blowback. According to sources familiar with the matter, Barclays is planning to sublease its existing offices in ...
