Finance

NJMPF: financial literacy key to developing robust savings culture

Pension funds often form the basis of an individual’s savings plan. This is especially true in South Africa, where a robust savings culture has yet to fully develop

Redesigned Stability and Growth Pact vital to European prosperity

The financial rules that apply to EU member states are grossly outdated. If European governments are to benefit from today’s low interest rates, the Stability and Growth Pact must be reformed immediately

HRADF leads Greek recovery with privatisation push

Since the resolution of the Greek debt crisis, the country’s economy has been slowly strengthening. Now, with the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund at the helm of a vigorous privatisation programme, Greece is positioning itself as an attractive investment destination

UHNWIs turn to the US amid growing European instability

Thanks to a protracted Brexit, uncertainty looms large in Europe. By contrast, the US has become an attractive destination for ultra-high-net-worth individuals from around the globe

Stumbling bloc: how the sovereign debt crisis complicated EU relations

The euro has often been described as the political glue responsible for holding the continent together. Just a decade ago, though, the currency union almost came unstuck, exposing Europe’s economic and diplomatic frailties

ING: Europeans continue to adopt a cautious approach to fintech

Although many Europeans demand the latest technology from their banks, they remain surprisingly wary of the security features on offer

The company's corporate headquarters in Munich. The spin-off is part of a broader strategy to break up the conglomerate into smaller and more manageable businesses

Siemens to spin off struggling gas and power business

German conglomerate Siemens will split its core smart infrastructure and digital businesses from its traditional power arm in a bid to boost the latter’s profits

Ritesh Agarwal, the founder and CEO of Oyo. The company's acquisition of the Dutch rental group marks its first big international takeover

India’s top hotel start-up is moving into Europe

After acquiring Dutch rental group @Leisure, Oyo, a fast-growing Indian hotel chain, looks to make its mark in Europe

Wintershall DEA is already thought to be eyeing a stock market listing for some point next year, with a valuation of between €15bn and €20bn being touted

Merger creates the world’s biggest private energy company

The multibillion-euro merger will make the newly formed Wintershall DEA Europe’s largest independent oil and gas group, with production expected to grow by up to eight percent in the coming years

British bank Standard Chartered will buy back $1bn of its shares. The firm made the announcement alongside the release of its Q1 2019 results

Standard Chartered reveals $1bn share buyback

British multinational bank Standard Chartered announced its first share buyback in at least 20 years as quarterly profit rose

The Estonian branch of Danske Bank funnelled more than €200bn of illicit funds from Russian accounts into the continental banking system between 2007 and 2014

European banking regulator faces criticism after failing to take action on Danske Bank scandal

The European Banking Authority’s decision to close its investigation into money laundering at Danske Bank without action has elicited reproach from the continent’s lawmakers

Kiev, Ukraine. The Revolution of Dignity that engulfed the city in 2014 was the catalyst for the widespread reforms that have occurred across the country in subsequent years

Winning hearts and minds: how press offices can fight fake news

Despite a backdrop of corruption, war and an opposition that holds sway over the media, the National Bank of Ukraine has managed to hold back the fake news tide

OctaFX helps novice investors tap into the forex market

Investors are always on the lookout for more profitable opportunities. Copy trading is a simple way to enjoy the forex market’s great earning potential with less risk

RSM Germany: strong risk culture more important than regulations

A successful risk management system requires more than just rules and regulations: it requires a culture that works across all levels of an organisation

The alluring benefits of second citizenship in Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda offers individuals the chance to call one of the most beautiful places on Earth home with a fair and affordable citizenship by investment programme

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