The oil market is on tenterhooks as the conflict in the Middle East escalates, with much hinging on Israel’s next move in response to Iran’s recent missile attack. While oil prices have risen, the market remains surprisingly calm, despite the looming …

The surge in US Treasury yields above the 4 percent threshold is drawing a mixed response from investors, despite the Federal Reserve’s recent rate cuts. Experts from Pictet, UBS Wealth Management, and Bank of America see an opportunity to lock in …

Luxembourg’s finance minister, Gilles Roth, has outlined plans to reform the country’s profit-sharing bonus regime and expat tax policies to enhance its attractiveness to international talent. In an interview with the in-house magazine of the Luxembourg …

The rise of open finance promises to transform Luxembourg’s asset management industry, creating both significant opportunities and pressing challenges. According to a report by Luxembourg for Finance (LFF) and PwC, the shift from open banking to open …

After an initial surge following the reopening of China’s stock exchanges on Tuesday, investor enthusiasm quickly evaporated as hopes for detailed stimulus measures from Beijing fell short. While mainland Chinese and Hong Kong markets initially jumped by …

Private markets have recently seen the most difficult conditions in more than a decade with persistent inflation, interest rates rising and declines in fundraising and deal activity. In this challenging climate, sponsors (GPs) have found it more difficult …

Regulations surrounding the European sustainable finance package seem to have entered somewhat calmer waters for now. Nevertheless, the topic of ‘transition financing’ and ‘transition investing’ remains relevant, especially as there is a need for clear …

Investment Officer , once in a while, has a conversation with investment expert Jan Longeval to discuss his views on economic and financial developments. This time, he warns about the risks of Central Bank Digital Currencies, or CBDCs. "Many central banks …

Inflation in the Eurozone has fallen to 1.8 percent. This marks the first time since June 2021 that inflation in September dropped below the ECB's target of 2 percent. Despite many experts claiming that the central bank interest rate can’t be lowered much …

From depressed to euphoric. The mood of global stock markets could change rapidly during the third quarter of 2024. To navigate through such volatile market conditions, investors need a long-term vision, patience, and perspective. At the end of the day, …

Saudi spare capacity, shale hopes keep oil prices in check – but for how long?

Investors eye 4% Treasuries as bond market tests Fed’s resolve

Finance minister Roth pledges bigger bonuses for Luxembourg

Revolution too soon? Luxembourg struggles to adapt to open finance

China’s market rally stalls as stimulus disappoints

The rise of continuation funds

Investing in transition?

Longeval's view: CBDCs threaten western democracy

Chart of the Week: The ECB will sleep soundly

Fund Radar: a turbulent third quarter globally