No environment for the faint-hearted
Investors need strong nerves in 2024, but institutional investors are staying calm, according to the latest analysis at Universal Investment.
Regulators push Banque Havilland out of business in Europe
Banque Havilland, a Luxembourg-headquartered private bank controlled by Prince Andrew’s longtime financial adviser David Rowland, has effectively been put out of business in Europe following a coordinated clamp-down by EU regulators amid persistent governance and money laundering issues.
Yen carry trades: The last source of free money is drying up
After a turbulent period for Japan’s markets, marked by a sharp drop in the Nikkei and a significant surge in the yen, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) finds itself at a critical juncture.
Energy transition ushers in biggest bull market ever
In a time when the world is facing unprecedented changes in the energy landscape, geopolitical forces are crucial for understanding the current and future energy markets.
The carry trade: a popular but risky currency strategy
The carry trade is a well-known currency trading strategy that has gained huge popularity among investors and traders in recent years.
Fund radar: Sustainable funds and UK stocks out of favour
Despite global securities markets enjoying a robust first half of 2024 and various investment categories capturing the interest of European investors, some segments failed to impress. Which asset classes, investment styles, and regions fell out of favor with investors?
LTPA association aims for transfer pricing excellence
The Luxembourg Transfer Pricing Association brings together 22 specialists dedicated to addressing the evolving complexities of transfer pricing. President Vanessa Ramos Ferrín spoke to Investment Officer.
Transfer Thursday: ING Luxembourg, Vitis Life, DWS, Abrdn
This week’s overview of transfers, appointments, promotions and other career news includes updates from Vitis Life, ING Luxembourg, DWS, and Abrdn.
Even zero-cut advocates now concede to market sentiment
Even the staunchest opponents of easing U.S. interest rate policy are now conceding. Among them is Torsten Slok, chief economist of private equity fund Apollo Global Management and a fervent supporter of the zero-cut stance.
‘We are in a market where DLR/JPY could move both ways violently’
Ritesh Jain, former chief investment officer for BNP Parisbas and Tata and founder at Pinetree Macro, spoke to Investment Officer about Monday’s market crash and highlighted the critical role of BOJ policies