August 2005
| Euromoney August 2005 Euroclear wants to create a single, low-cost European securities market, but it also wants to expand the role of its bank. That leaves market participants feeling uneasy about where Euroclear fits into the brave new world of clearing and settlement. Some are concerned that time is running out to settle the debate. |
Euromoney August 2005
UBS has dispelled the notion that investment bank CEO successions must be messy, vindictive battles. When John Costas handed over in June to Huw Jenkins, his global head of equities, it was the culmination of almost a year of planning. It was a fitting end to a successful term for Costas, and Jenkins's appointment recognized UBS's success in equities. Euromoney speaks to both men about Costas's legacy and what Jenkins plans to do next.
Euromoney August 2005
John Costas speaks to Euromoney about the achievements of UBS's investment bank during his tenure as chief executive and the legacy he leaves to his successor.
Euromoney August 2005
In the past few years, GMAC's mortgage-related businesses have become increasingly stymied by the ill-favoured rating environment of their immediate parent and GM. It was time to find a way out.
Euromoney August 2005
Citigroup's TreasuryVision is answering the challenge of putting PepsiCo's disparate global cashflows, emanating from 1,000 bank accounts, on a real-time system.
Euromoney August 2005
We have the tools to develop much more coherent and flexible financial markets. But it will only happen if a spirit of openness is maintained, says Philippe Buhannic.
Euromoney August 2005
Banks are spending more to remain competitive, but with so many firms to choose from how can they be sure a vendor will understand their needs? Euromoney's second financial technology users' survey has some answers.
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What price the prince?
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Why an acquisition pays rich dividends
Euromoney August 2005
EU directive misses the mark
Euromoney August 2005
Threats to the Arroyo regime in the Philippines raise worries about the quality of likely successors.
Euromoney August 2005
Investors bemoan high hedge fund fees
Euromoney August 2005
There should be no false patriotism over whether it is appropriate to finance outside the domestic currency
Euromoney August 2005
Online information provider is proving to be a big hit
Euromoney August 2005
Bank executives are paid well to do a good job. But they should not be rewarded for failure.
Euromoney August 2005
The German bank has nothing to lose
Euromoney August 2005
European high-yield market faces a €6 billion test
Euromoney August 2005
Unsecured debt markets are still open for GMAC and Ford
Euromoney August 2005
Was it Abbey that prompted the Bank of Spain to level the playing field?
Euromoney August 2005
The squeezing of grandfathered covered bonds last month has left issuers pondering how they can guarantee the liquidity of their product
Euromoney August 2005
The cash bond trading index has launched a US version
Euromoney August 2005
Euromoney August 2005
The Italian state's packaging of a fund of official property confirms the treasury's reputation for innovation
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But credit tranche activity has held up despite the GMAC fallout
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Doubts, though, emerge over portal's sustainability
Euromoney August 2005
Visual technology to change the way financial communities react to events in the market
Euromoney August 2005
Banks seek more tools to serve growing asset management clientbase on FXall
Euromoney August 2005
Launches trading tool to complement existing spot service
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The CME and CBOT look to be the most likely candidates for a tie-up, despite their long-standing rivalry
Euromoney August 2005
As cross-border acquisition grows, global banks must establish the right local presence
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Rank's termination of its ADR programme and a survey on US public company costs highlight impact of legislation
Euromoney August 2005
Biggest index reweighting since 2000 has caught some investors off guard
Euromoney August 2005
Big-three providers must face up to new competitors and internalization
Euromoney August 2005
Investors in convertibles could benefit from synthetic convertible bonds being made more accessible
Euromoney August 2005
Euronext and Borsa Italiana take majority stake in MTS platform
Euromoney August 2005
Euromoney August 2005
Managers seek better returns in increasingly influential asset class
Euromoney August 2005
Thierry Sciard is set to bring together the US house's investment management stakes
Euromoney August 2005
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Private-equity funds are uncovering new ways to invest in Africa
Euromoney August 2005
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A new breed of fund manager is shaking up Japanese markets
Euromoney August 2005
Prime minister faces growing discontent in coalition
Euromoney August 2005
Smart investors seek out the SARs
Euromoney August 2005
Soul from Seoul wows the rest of Asia
Euromoney August 2005
Rumour mill grinds on as Temasek invests in CCB
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Lula remains favourite for second term
Euromoney August 2005
CSN becomes latest Brazilian borrower to issue new product
Euromoney August 2005
Big stride taken towards gaining investment-grade status
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Venezuela's president considers buying Ecuador bond
Euromoney August 2005
Euromoney August 2005
An end in sight for high-level M&A in Russia's oil and gas sector
Euromoney August 2005
BNP Paribas seen as probable buyer
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G8 agreement could spur development
Euromoney August 2005
Government remains committed to reforms
Euromoney August 2005
Credit card bad loans to rise but business still highly profitable
Euromoney August 2005
Euromoney August 2005
A neat theory has it that long-term interest rates are stubbornly low because of excess savings in Asia. But the Federal Reserve can't get off the hook that easily
Euromoney August 2005
Copenhagen is costly, but to great effect. Spend a bit, drink a bit and you'll end up enjoying a tradition of companionship, cosiness and conviviality. But Danes aren't inward-looking. They've stuck with their national currency, though many still favour regional integration.
