Finance

Property markets hit flatline; governments hit life support

Five years after the crisis that led to a housing market collapse across Europe, things are not improving as they should be. Rita Lobo investigates what is afflicting the industry and how to revive it

Risk and reward in currency markets

The forex market is in a constant state of flux and although a certain amount of chance is involved, the right strategy can be the difference between success and failure, writes Jesse Bahl of BFSforex

Sharing the regulatory burden with Commerzbank

Regulations continue to cast a shadow over markets, adding cost to trade and investment. Companies should seek advice

Hollande gives workers more say; imposes closure difficulty

French National Assembly passes bill that demands companies try to sell before closing, and consult workers on takeover bids

Italian GDP shrinks for eighth consecutive quarter

Despite yet another contraction, lawmakers are growing increasingly confident the Italian economy may be able to slip out of recession by the end of 2013

Greece: Do not expect returns

IMF tells lenders to throw yet more money at the Greek debt crisis and prepare to write off billions in loans

Putting out fire with gasoline

As Europe’s would-be growth continues to drown in austerity, it’s time for leaders to stop making cuts and start investing – before it’s too late, writes Nash Riggins

It’s been a cruel summer

After suffering its worst floods in a decade, dreary weather in Central Europe has stalled the continent’s sluggish economic recovery. Many businesses are on the verge of disaster, while some are exploring innovative ways to stay afloat

A tax too far

The proposed financial transactions tax in Europe will have dire consequences for the banking industry and the EU’s chances of economic recovery

Scrap the bonus cap

The EU’s proposed cap on bonuses for the banking industry will do serious harm to its ability to compete in the global market. There are now suggestions that it may be scrapped altogether

Numerix tackle big data challenge

The gross financial penalties inflicted since the 2008 crisis have forced the financial industry to adopt big data analytics solutions to better manage complex activities, while protecting against previously unforeseen risks

European Commission confirms plans to cap credit and debit card fees

Card companies, retailers and the European Commission still disagree on the best way forward

Forex for the masses

It is crucial to find a reliable broker that can provide solutions for investors with different levels of competence. Through supreme customer service and diverse financial instruments, InstaForex delivers on all counts

Portuguese bonds skyrocket

Political instability in Portugal has finally hit financial markets, as the country’s benchmark bond yield skyrockets to over eight percent

AstraZeneca in $1.15bn take-over

British drug manufacturer is buying California-based respiratory specialist in hopes of boosting R&D

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