Financial Regulation
IMF Sounds the Alarm: A $4.5 Trillion Hidden Risk Looms Over the Global Banking System
The IMF warns of a $4.5T exposure of banks to hedge funds and private credit, creating hidden leverage and systemic risk for the global economy.
The $101 Million Question: Inside BlueCrest’s Landmark Settlement and the Battle for Investor Trust
BlueCrest’s $101m settlement with the FCA highlights critical lessons on conflicts of interest, investor trust, and the future of financial regulation.
The SFr16.5 Billion Blunder: Swiss Court Rules Credit Suisse Bond Wipeout Unlawful, Shaking Global Finance
A Swiss court ruled the SFr16.5bn Credit Suisse AT1 bond wipeout was unlawful, a landmark decision challenging regulatory power and investor rights.
The £2 Billion Lawsuit: Is the Auditing Industry on Trial Alongside EY?
EY faces a £2bn lawsuit over its failed audit of NMC Health, a case that puts the integrity and future of the entire auditing profession on trial.
The Spy Who Billed the Market: Why a Failed Espionage Case is a Major Red Flag for Investors
A failed UK spy case reveals deep geopolitical risks, signaling a new era of volatility for investors and the global economy.
Unlocking Britain’s Growth: The High-Stakes Gamble on Planning Reform
The UK government is betting on radical planning reform to unlock economic growth, with huge implications for finance, investing, and the stock market.
Unlocking India’s Trillion-Dollar Opportunity: A New Era for Diaspora Investing
India is set to overhaul its complex rules for diaspora stock market investments, unlocking a massive capital source and boosting its economy and fintech sector.
A £300 Million Warning Shot: Why Close Brothers’ Car Finance Crisis Signals a Storm for the UK Banking Sector
Close Brothers nearly doubles its car finance redress provision to £300mn, a warning shot for the UK banking sector facing a multi-billion pound scandal.
Dieselgate’s Long Shadow: Why the Latest Emissions Trial is a Crucial Test for Investors and Corporate Governance
The Dieselgate scandal continues with a new trial, serving as a stark reminder for investors of the immense financial risks of poor corporate governance.