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In this next series of Treasury and Turbulence by Euromoney we explore how treasury is evolving alongside technology, where bottlenecks exist and what to expect moving forwards. This is Next Generation Treasury in association with Citi and presented by Kanika Saigal.
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Euromoney Conference's Online Channel Monthly MENA Podcast – hosted by Richard Banks. Each month Richard is joined by guests to discuss business, finance and policy in the MENA region. Designed to complement the live events run by Euromoney – this podcast gives further nuanced and in-depth analysis of strategic issues of importance to those involved with the economic direction of this vital and fascinating region.
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Environmental, social and governance issues have gained unprecedented attention and importance in the corporate world over the past couple of years, impacting all areas of operations, not least corporate treasury. In this Financing a Sustainable Planet podcast series, Euromoney investigates how ESG issues are impacting the world of treasury and payments, focusing specifically on each area to illuminate how corporates and institutions are responding to this rising attention and demand.
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In the past few years, the world of finance has been abuzz with everything relating to environmental, social and governance issues, in turn causing an explosion in the ever-expanding universe of green, social, and sustainable finance products. Such innovation is undoubtedly important and needed. But is it making a difference? How? And ultimately, w…
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In the scramble by companies to develop and implement an environmental, social and governance strategy, it can seem as if the social piece doesn’t quite receive the focus and attention it deserves. It should, and in this episode, we explore the importance of the ‘S’ in ESG, how companies see their social responsibility, and how some, led by corpora…
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Corporate governance has never been more scrutinised, placing great pressure on companies to demonstrate that they're doing what they say they're doing. This is particularly challenging in the constantly evolving and complex area of sustainability, where there are gaps and issues in the accuracy of reporting. In this episode, we explore the strateg…
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Given the attractive returns offered by cryptocurrency investments, corporate treasurers are paying increasing attention to the emerging asset-class. But the stakes are high. Crypto is volatile, accounting for it isn’t easy and using it in the real world remains elusive. In this final episode, we explore if there is a way for treasurers to benefit …
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Distributed ledger or blockchain technology and decentralized finance demonstrate a new way for information and assets to be exchanged instantly at a very low cost. So, can treasurers leverage this technology in their day-to-day - to share information between businesses, settle invoices, access supply chain finance or even improve their working cap…
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Cloud technology, blockchain, 5G, robotic process automation and virtual reality are upending antiquated ways of working for corporate treasurers. As such, today’s treasurer is just as likely to be an expert coder or gifted engineer as they are an accountant or financial expert. But how does this new “breed” of corporate treasurer use new technolog…
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Anticipating the next evolution in corporate treasury The ever-evolving social, economic, environmental and technology landscape is forcing treasury to adapt at lightning speed. It is no stretch to say that the role of the treasurer – and the technology and regulation that underpins it – is transforming into something altogether new. In this next s…
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The moment a US regulator knocks at the door might not be the worst experience a firm will have if it breaks an economic sanction. Every member of staff, especially those at the top, face an uphill battle for that company’s survival: becoming unbanked, reforming the culture within and salvaging a damaged reputation. How can companies recover?…
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What it is it like to work at OFAC? What do sanctions enforcers think about the companies who break their regulations? And how will sanctions work in the UK now that it is no longer in Europe? The regulators and enforcers of economic sanctions lift the curtain on their work life.
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What happens when a company breaks an economic sanction and gets caught? Two CEOs reveal what it was like when US federal agents come knocking, why they got into trouble in the first place, and what others can learn from their experience.Euromoney
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Treasury and Turbulence brings you the human stories behind corporate risk. Today's companies must seize new technology, navigate the complex geopolitical climate and convince their shareholders they tow an ethical line. In our next series, we hear two cautionary tales of companies that broke US sanctions. Executives tell us what it is like to have…
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Big data, satellite feeds from space and social media platforms is just some of the technology changing corporate disclosure. In this episode, we will be looking at the tech innovations that are helping corporates map their supply chain and influence environmental social and governance (ESG) goals on the way.…
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Over $30 trillion has been invested in environmental social and governance (ESG) themed assets. With over 600 ESG rankings and ratings and over 4,000 ESG key performance indicators, standardization has never been more important. But who decides on ESG standards in the corporate supply chain and how can banks help corporate treasurers navigate this …
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In this episode, we’ll be focusing on the disconnect between the factories where clothes are made and the biggest investment houses where those suits are worn. With corporates under constant pressure to increase profits, how seriously do they take their codes of conduct – and should institutional investors be doing more to put pressure on corporate…
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The world as we know it has turned on its head. Reeling from Covid-19, supply chains have fractured beyond recognition and firms globally are scrambling to stay afloat in order to get goods to market. But as the lockdown continues, are companies cutting corners – and putting their environmental, social and governance (ESG) goals aside – at the expe…
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Artificial intelligence has the ability to transform the way we make payments. As such, banks and payment platforms are increasingly leveraging this type of technology to help them streamline a number of time consuming processes, especially when it comes to compliance. But how does it work and what are the main challenges to the implementation of t…
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Companies in developed economies take it for granted that their cross-border transactions will be seamless. But for those working in riskier emerging markets, moving money from one place to another can create a whole host of issues that may not be apparent at first glance. In this episode of Treasury and Turbulence, Euromoney will examine some of t…
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When it comes to simple, every day transactions, cash just doesn’t seem to be relevant anymore. Contactless cards and smart phones are increasingly replacing cash as a relatively safe, convenient and efficient way to transact. But is this transition as straightforward as it sounds? In this episode, Euromoney will explore the cost of moving towards …
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In the unceasing struggle against cyber criminals - where hackers seem always to be one step ahead – companies are increasingly realising the best form of defence could be to leave themselves open to attack. Rather than trying to outwit hackers, these companies offer “bug bounties”, paying hackers to attack their systems and report back the weaknes…
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The early 20th century saw the emergence of the multinational corporate. But the harsh geopolitical and economic circumstances of inter-war Europe forced many companies to take extreme steps to prepare their business for the looming threat of war. In this episode, we tell the story of the German pharmaceutical company Beiersdorf – creator of Nivea …
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A disorderly Brexit will have implications across the economy, but few sectors demonstrate the scale of the challenge better than the auto industry, which has made an art form of cross border manufacturing that arrives just in time for the production line. In this episode, Euromoney will examine the impact that Brexit will have on the corporate tre…
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Corporate treasurers are too often the unsung heroes of their businesses. Operating in the background, they only become noticeable when things go wrong. This is because they are the people responsible for keeping their firm afloat. In this series, Euromoney examines how treasurers battle risk and defend company interests – sometimes under impossibl…
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This week we welcome Karim Helal, to tell all about Egypt's new Investment Fund: Papyrus.
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InvestAfrica’s COO, Raya Hubbell, joins me on the occasion of the opening of their Dubai Chapter to look at how best to access Africa.
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Not one, but two guests on the podcast this week! Richard interviews Chris Innes-Hopkins of the Saudi-British Joint Business Council, and Angus Blair drops by for a quick talk about Egypt.
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Richard is joined by John Sfakianakis of MASIC to discuss everything Saudi Arabia, previewing our two conferences in May. For more information visit www.euromoneyconfeerences.com
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We're joined by Alper Ince from PAAMCO in California to discuss the economic and financial meaning of the recent elections in Turkey. Is the worst over for this vital emerging market? Find out by listening…
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Episode 6: Where in the world is Ostrowski? Russian regions, Crimea and global investor sentiment
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Chris Ostrowski, Euromoney’s man in places nobody has heard of, joins us for a trans-Siberian tour and discussion on the meaning of Crimea for investors in Russia.
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This week: Dan Alderson of IFIS and I discuss: Gulf diplomacy and the markets, Sukuk in Q1 & Q2 and the prospects for islamic capital markets in Turkey. I talk about IPOs. Dan doesn’t.
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In this week’s rather breathless podcast I ran out of the Bahrain conference to talk to Mazin Manna, CEO of Citi Bahrain and Hasan Haider, CEO of Tenmou. The contrast between a global giant and a local angel investing minnow highlights the wonderful diversity which exists in the financial world. To outsiders its monolithic and homogenous – to those…
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Richard Banks is joined by Angus Blair of the Signet Institute and Dan Alderson of IFIS in a discussion of the current economic climate of the Middle East, helping you to prepare for the Euromoney Saudi Arabia Conference taking place on the 7th and 8th of May.
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Robert Parker - Specialist adviser to Credit Suisse and Gabriel Stein - CEO of Stein Brothers, give their views on: - The fiscal cliff - Oil prices - Prospects for for the Middle East - Prospects for 2013 across a variety of asset classes
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