French political turmoil underlines ‘desynchronized growth’ in Europe
French assets came under renewed pressure on Monday after Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu resigned just hours after unveiling his cabinet. The selloff in equities and widening OAT–Bund spreads reinforced what economists and strategists describe as a new normal: a volatile, fragmented France where politics, not policy, drives market sentiment.
Markets tolerate French paralysis as long as yields stay high
France’s government is adrift after Bayrou’s resignation, yet its bonds still draw buyers. Investors point to global tailwinds and deep liquidity, but warn that if sentiment turns, France could be hit harder than its peers.
Transfers: Aon, Allianz, Mimco, and SnapSwap
This week’s overview of senior appointments and leadership changes includes updates from Aon France, Allianz Benelux, Mimco Capital, and SnapSwap.
Inflation forces a generational rethink among investors
After more than thirty years of falling rates, globalization and passive dominance, a new era is forcing investors to rethink the rules.
Eltif market enters new phase as domestic momentum builds
The European Long-Term Investment Fund (Eltif) regime is entering a new phase, driven by a surge in local fund launches and rising domestic demand across Europe.
LLJ: Belgian investors can finally reclaim French dividend taxes
A new spring brings new developments regarding the reclaiming of the flat-rate foreign tax credit (FBB) on French dividends.
EFG, Edmond de Rothschild signal accelerating consolidation
Separate moves by Swiss-based EFG and Edmond de Rothschild highlight the intensifying competition among firms seeking scale and specialisation in a rapidly evolving sector.
A ‘structural’ Trump could be even more challenging for Europe
As Europe braces for Trump’s return, Bill Campbell at Doubleline warns of a ‘Terrible Trifecta’ of political, economic, and external pressures disrupting global order in 2025
End of France’s free ride sparks Eurozone stability fears
The collapse of Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s government has pushed France to a critical juncture, marking what some economists are calling “the end of the free ride” for a country long criticised for its fiscal indiscipline. Bond markets meanwhile embrace Denmark as a best practice example for the eurozone.
BPCE to acquire Belgian bank Nagelmackers
Nagelmackers, Belgium’s oldest bank, is set to be acquired by La Caisse d’Epargne Hauts de France, a regional bank under the umbrella of the French banking group BPCE.