The increased likelihood of natural disasters due to climate change does not make investing in catastrophe bonds (cat bonds) any less attractive. On the contrary, experts say that due to the rising capital needs of reinsurers and higher premiums, returns …

This week’s overview of transfers and appointments in and around Luxembourg includes one update from Federated Hermes. Thomas Dirkmaat Thomas Dirkmaat is appointed as director Business Development Benelux at Federated Hermes , a globally operating asset …

Once the pinnacle of innovation, German car manufacturers now risk being overtaken by Chinese automakers, who are adopting the latest technologies at a much faster pace. The willingness to innovate and embrace disruption seems to come more easily in a new …

Even MacGyver, master of improvisation, meets his match in Luxembourg’s compliance world. In this column, Gregory Kennedy explores the impossible demands placed on compliance officers—and why even a secret agent might struggle to keep up. It’s the morning …

The latest in a series of hefty fines levied by financial regulator the CSSF has fallen on a fund manager with strong links to the Fuchs & Associés saga, featuring millions in fines for financial malfeasance. Luxembourg’s regulator in December 2024 …

In today’s uncertain macroeconomic environment, global asset manager Capital Group is focusing on identifying ‘Global Champions’ across sectors and regions to position client portfolios for long-term success. Speaking at a recent investment press event in …

Passive investing can be seen as a disruptive innovation that has also reduced costs for active investors. It has made active investors more engaged, aligning their compensation more closely with their added value. Meanwhile, passive investors benefit as …

The European Commission has set out yet another grand vision for Europe’s capital markets, with Commissioner for Financial Services Maria Luís Albuquerque promising to “empower citizens” and break down barriers to investment. Behind the lofty rhetoric, …

Investing is rarely straightforward. And with an unpredictable individual at the helm of the world’s most influential country, it certainly doesn’t get any easier. However, to consistently dismiss the man as ‘dumb’ as a coping strategy is far too …

The Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Initiative (LSFI) has launched its Luxembourg Sustainable Finance Strategy 2030, outlining its vision for advancing sustainable finance in the country over the next five years. The strategy follows the Luxembourg …

‘Fantastic returns on cat bonds’

Transfer: Dirkmaat appointed director Business Development Benelux at Federated Hermes

Asian disruption outpaces European tradition in the automotive industry

MacGyver becomes a chief compliance officer – and regrets it

Funds Avenue, Trustmoore assert no major weaknesses after €700k CSSF fine

Capital Group sees global champions as key to navigating uncertain times

The wisdom of the collective

EU’s big talk on investments union still raises many questions

Chart of the week: call that dumb!

Luxembourg unveils new sustainable finance strategy