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Degroof Petercam has appointed Sylvie Huret as its new chief executive, succeeding Hugo Lasat, who will step down at the end of 2024 after three years at the helm.

The African continent appears to generate little enthusiasm among investors. In fact, the total assets under management in African equity funds are so small that the survival of many funds is in question.

Luxembourg-based Intesa Sanpaolo Wealth Management is positioning itself to lead the charge into a new era of digital private banking.

This week’s overview of transfers and appointments in and around Luxembourg includes updates from BNP Paribas Asset management, law firms Loyens & Loeff and Stibbe, Deloitte Switzerland, and from Esma.

Wall Street’s relentless climb offers both a spectacular show and a precarious wager on the world’s most dynamic economy .While sceptics see a bubble ready to burst, optimists argue that growth is justified.

In 2024, valuations in private markets stabilised, and deal volumes picked up somewhat, making this year slightly better for private investors compared to 2023. However, it was far from spectacular, experts told Investment Officer in a retrospective. There remains a mismatch between what sellers expect for their stakes and what buyers are willing to pay—a lingering effect of significantly higher interest rates.

How much state is too much state in Luxembourg’s financial sector? Gregory Kennedy explores the fine balance between social welfare, competition, and the role of the state in finance.

The regulatory divide for crypto investors between the US and Europe is set to widen further.

The year 2025 can only be an exceptional one for equities if geopolitical stability materialises, a prospect that seems unlikely. Large asset managers are once again emphasising diversification to withstand the anticipated volatility.

Quintet chief investment officer Daniele Antonucci shared where the private bank has increased and decreased its exposure, plus investment trend shifts among its European clientele.