corporate leadership
The End of an Era: Why HSBC’s Bold Move to Scrap Its Elite ‘SAS of Banking’ Program Matters
HSBC scraps its legendary international manager programme. A cost-cut or a strategic pivot for the future of finance? We analyze the bold implications.
Seismic Shift at BP: The Sudden Exit of a CEO and the High-Stakes Future of Energy Investing
BP’s CEO Bernard Looney’s shocking resignation over personal conduct issues has rattled the stock market and cast a shadow over the company’s green transition.
The Billion-Dollar Handover: Deconstructing the Art and Impact of a CEO’s Exit
A CEO’s exit is a seismic event for investors. We explore the art of succession, from flawed handovers to the gold standard of corporate transitions.
A Steady Hand at the Helm: Why Brendan Nelson’s Appointment as HSBC Chair Signals Stability in a Turbulent World
HSBC’s appointment of Brendan Nelson as permanent chair signals a strategic focus on stability and governance amidst geopolitical and economic pressures.
The Summers-Epstein Nexus: A Sobering Lesson in Reputational Risk for Finance and Leadership
Larry Summers’ suspension of teaching at Harvard amidst an Epstein probe offers a stark lesson on reputational risk for finance and business leaders.
The Trillion-Dollar Blind Spot: Is the Private Credit Boom Hiding a Ratings Crisis?
Uncover the hidden risks in private credit, the strategies of hedge fund giants like Elliott, and the leadership challenges facing global corporations like Diageo.
Sequoia’s Breaking Point: When Partner Politics Trigger a C-Suite Resignation
A Sequoia COO’s resignation over a partner’s political posts reveals the growing ideological clashes facing the finance and venture capital industries.