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Europe’s self-proclaimed investment banking champions are playing to their strengths, but remain far behind US peers
After quitting M&A and equity capital markets in Europe and the US last year, HSBC is striving to maintain global relevance — and London and New York still have a role to play
Innovation and ambition have been hallmarks of mergers and acquisitions activity this year, but there are some signs of weakness in private equity
Bank M&A is back on the agenda, but talk of SMBC buying Jefferies is premature. The two firms are prioritising their multi-stranded alliance and a takeover now would jeopardise it
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HSBC’s new co-head of global banking has drawn on his experience as corporate broker to the firm, enabling a rapid overhaul of the division that augurs well for its future ambitions, writes David Rothnie.
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Marco Morelli may be the safe option, but UniCredit could look to the management team of its corporate and investment bank if it wants to address its urgent strategic challenges, writes David Rothnie. -
The Japanese bank has been ruthless in rooting out underperformance in its international operations but its withdrawal from ECM was overdue, writes David Rothnie
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Citi is on a mission to win market share in Europe, irrespective of market conditions, writes David Rothnie.
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Credit Suisse's chief executive has reminded everyone that he has a track record of providing long-term value for shareholders. That could spell break-up, writes David Rothnie.
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UBS remains on track, despite a disappointing first quarter, and is promoting its next generation, writes David Rothnie.
