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Digital disruption leading the agenda of chief strategists
Digitalization is dominating the agendas of chief strategists in banks and insurance companies. According to a survey by Strategy&, four out of five Chief Strategy Officers consider it one of the most disruptive trends in the industry. In contrast, only 34% say the same about ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), which ranks fifth among the most pressing issues.
ING sees obstacles on the way to 10 million customers
Whether it's high interest rates from competitors, dissatisfaction with customer service, or the expiration of loans, customers leave ING again and again, and a tight growth path is not easy, admits Germany's CEO Nick Jue.
Nokia heading in the wrong direction
The ban on Huawei did not provide the expected growth boost to Scandinavian telecom equipment providers. Nokia, in particular, needs a second revenue stream.
ESG-Fintechs Demonstrate Resilience in Times of Crisis
The number of fintechs offering solutions for sustainable transformation has once more increased in the past year. ESG fintechs appear to be less affected by the withdrawal of investor funds compared to other fintechs.
Putin's vital aide Elwira Nabiullina
Elwira Nabiullina, the head of the Russian central bank, is backing Moscow's attack on Ukraine through her monetary policies. Different perspectives exist on why this economically liberal economist is taking such measures.
The Dream of the Digital Euro
The European Payments Initiative (EPI) has ambitious plans for its positioning für the digital Euro. However, an exclusive role is unrealistic.
"Rarely has there been so much change in banks"
The green transformation is reshaping the financial industry, providing significant opportunities for sustainability officers like Petra Sandner from Helaba to make a meaningful impact.
Deutsche Bank scores at the stock market
Deutsche Bank's reduced earnings are being met with celebration on the stock market. This is not without reason. There are (at least) three explanations for this phenomenon.
Hollywood in Stadelheim
The criminal trial surrounding the Wirecard bankruptcy, which has been going on for more than ten months, provides plenty of material for a Hollywood-style classic film about white-collar crime.
Mergers non-stop
The merger of the Frankfurter Volksbank and the Raiffeisen-Volksbank Aschaffenburg follows a decades-long trend of mergers in the banking industry. The inclination towards size also poses risks to customer loyalty and brand identity.
The End of Darkness for the Cryptocurrency Industry
The current market dynamics suggest that Bitcoin is transitioning into a bull market. The almost inevitable approval of the first Bitcoin ETF in the United States is a driving force behind this.
2G Energy sees its moment arrive
Due to the slow construction of wind and solar parks, as well as power lines, the need for decentralized alternatives is growing. 2G Energy is hopeful for robust demand for its own combined heat and power systems in the upcoming years. Now, the publicly traded medium-sized company is also establishing another pillar for itself.
Concerns arise over Financial Stability in the Battle for Buy-out Mandates
Rating agencies anticipate an intensified competition for buyout mandates and, as a result, warn of deteriorating credit quality. This is due to investment banks, which had lost shares in private credit funds in recent years, re-entering the market.
Italy succeeding Greece
Italy is poised to surpass Greece as the top debtor in the Eurozone. The European Central Bank, being a key creditor of Eurozone nations, will face difficulties in opposing the potential shift towards the lira-ization of the euro.
Elke Reichart to advance Infineon's digitization projects as Chief Digital Officer
Infineon appoints former Hewlett-Packard manager Elke Reichart as the executive overseeing the digital transformation. She succeeds Constanze Hufenbecher, who is leaving the chip company prematurely.
Missed Opportunity
The financial hub of Europe is located outside the EU's external borders. To prevent further strengthening of New York in comparison to London, Europeans should act in concert.
Final sprint with tailwind
SAP's growth in the cloud fell short of expectations once again, but the company has reaffirmed its annual targets for the vital cloud business. The market is mostly relieved, although the company from Walldorf now requires a robust final push.
Dax set to increase noticeably in 2024
Analysts from the member institutions of the Association of German Public Banks (VÖB) maintain a cautiously positive outlook on the stock market prospects, even in the face of economic weakness and geopolitical risks.
"Decarbonization is a team sport"
"At some point, my professional life became completely dominated by sustainability." Anastasia Petraki works at the global asset manager BlackRock, serving as the Head of Sustainability for Germany, Austria, and Eastern Europe.
ECB enters next phase for digital Euro
Like most central banks worldwide, the ECB has increased its focus on digital central bank currencies in recent years. It is now progressing to the next stage, despite facing criticism and skepticism.
"Impact investing is also possible in liquid markets"
In the investment sector, there is a debate about whether impact investing is only viable in illiquid markets or also in liquid ones. The DVFA, the professional organization for financial experts, provides a clear response to this question.
Heated debate about interest rate subsidies
The ECB's consideration of higher minimum reserve requirements for banks and reduced interest rates on the deposit facility has triggered a political discussion about reducing bank interest subsidies.
Almost no female CEOs in German publicly traded companies
Despite some progress in increasing the representation of women in executive board positions, the highest positions of power in Germany remain predominantly reserved for men. Furthermore, most companies appear to be content with having just one woman in their top management.
"Environmental policy is not our responsibility"
Following the Wirecard scandal, the German financial regulatory authority BaFin has made transformation and cultural change a top priority. The department of Strategy, Policy, and Control, led by Executive Director Rupert Schaefer, is responsible for ensuring that the process runs smoothly and is actively promoted.
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