Fitch makes further economic forecast cuts, but global recession bottoming out
by Ben Poole
The ratings agency believes the slump in global economic activity is close to reaching its trough.
Financial Risk Management
Background
Financial risk is made of three basic types: market risk - FX risk, interest risk and commodity risk; counter-party risk - credit and partner risk; and liquidity risk - risk that the company will not…
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Economic bounceback possible in 2021?
by Ben Poole
A report covering EBRD regions sees economic contraction of 3.5% in 2020, but a 4.8% rebound in 2021.
Financial professionals predict painful recovery
by Ben Poole
AFP survey predicts the crisis lasting three quarters or more, Gartner data reveals lack of CFO planning for second wave of COVID-19.
EBA publishes credit risk and market risk updates
by Ben Poole
The updates cover guidelines on credit risk mitigation with the IRB approach and specific reporting requirements for market risk.
How financial services firms are confronting COVID-19
by Ben Poole
Fitch has assessed the downside scenario for global FIs, while a Deloitte survey shows how firms are learning from the pandemic.
CFOs preparing for revenue decline as unparalleled global recession underway
by Ben Poole
Fitch Ratings has slashed its global GDP forecasts, while a Gartner poll reveals the COVID-19 toll on corporates.
Treasurers in the spotlight to manage COVID-19 business risks
by Ben Poole
Data gathered by Bloomberg and Greenwich Associates highlights how treasury is being asked to be a critical line of corporate defence.
UKEF expands protection against non-payment for UK exporters
by Ben Poole
UK Export Finance to offer export insurance in all major markets in response to COVID-19.
Hedging and COVID-19: Three key considerations
by Amol Dhargalkar , Managing Director, Global Corporates Sector, Chatham Financial
How can your company address its financial risk management program in light of these unprecedented times?
COVID-19 vs the global financial crisis - key differences
by Ben Poole
A credit markets review and outlook of the current crisis from Moody's shows that, unlike 2008-2009, few speak of a credit crunch.
World Federation of Exchanges weighs in on EU’s digital resilience consultation
by Ben Poole
The group has suggestions to enhance operational resilience and to improve practices across the financial services sector.
COVID-19 impacts on European banks
by Ben Poole
A report from Scope Ratings says that pre-existing financial health matters as European banks await the economic impact from the virus.
COVID-19 to have significant economic impact on developing Asia
by Ben Poole
The Asian Development Bank has outlined how the virus will impact the region's economy.
Coronavirus – 10 tips for managing legal risk from global supply chain disruption
by Ben Poole
Sidley Austin has issued tips for dealing with supply chain disruption and making companies virus-fit for the future.
Corporate bond debt continues to pile up
by Ben Poole
An OECD report finds today's outstanding corporate bonds have issues like lower overall credit quality and higher payback requirements.
Australian business activity plunges at fastest rate on record
by Ben Poole
Subdued demand, coronavirus and bushfires behind the continued reduction in activity, finds initial results of CBA’s monthly PMI data.
Euler Hermes launches application to identify export risks and opportunities
by Ben Poole
Trade Match analyses data to let users view the most dynamic and least risky destinations for exports.
DLT implementations leaving gaps in security?
by Ben Poole
A DTCC paper calls for a coordinated strategy to develop a principles-based framework for DLT-specific security risks.
Half of all reported crime in UK is cyber crime or fraud
by Ben Poole
PIFMA's Financial Crime Conference found cyber crime and fraud figures are growing exponentially each year.
U.S. Bank Q&A reveals a ‘glass half full’ investment outlook
by Ben Poole
Despite a variety of disruptive global economic issues in 2020, investors may have reason to accentuate the positives.
Nordic outlook: Short-term relief but long-term risks
by Ben Poole
A report from SEB notes cautious regional growth set against a backdrop of political uncertainty and supply-side constraints.
Top 10 investment themes for 2020
by Ben Poole
BNP Paribas' key investment themes for the year cover alternatives for low risk profile investors, global trends, and more.
Chinese corporates going live on Kyriba
by Ben Poole
Demand for financial risk management in the Asian country is driving new growth for the company.
US outlook: A less than roaring start to the ‘20s
by Ben Poole
Deutsche Bank research suggests the US economy will grow by around 2% this year.