Finance
Money talks: China’s purse strings direct Pakistan’s war on terror
China is being lauded as Pakistan’s new partner, in the fight against regional terrorism, by offering soft loans in the interests of securing the China-Pakistan corridor.
Activist investors: More harm than good
The role of activist investors in American boardrooms has grown in recent years. But the dilemma is whether they make a positive impact on a company or do more harm than good.
Banking reform in China: Too little, too late?
China’s economic expansion requires a responsive and responsible banking system to keep money flowing. This means financial reform in how China does business or else face severe financial implications having
China and the AIIB on the Belt and Road: Power sans control
The multilateral development bank remains a key instrument of China’s foreign and development policy, even with its emancipation.
Shadow banking in China: the potential for financial domino effect
Limits in acquiring capital push Chinese firms to rely on shadow banking, in turn finding a large and willing customer base, risking China’s stability.
Trust is in short supply in recent years. What does that mean for investors?
New data suggests plummeting levels of trust worldwide in many governmental and private institutions, with far-reaching international consequences.
Decisions delayed once again over Greece’s bailout
Greece is in the spotlight as debates regarding its bailout continue. Its fate is in the hands of the IMF, the EU and upcoming elections in Europe.
Under the Radar: Mongolia’s banks threaten economic crash
Mongolia’s risk-laden and poorly managed banks are a major threat to national stability, as a bond repayment deadline threatens to trigger a default.
Chinese currency management in 2017
China has exercised control over Renminbi valuation, but currency management tools are under stress. China faces challenges to its long term growth targets.
The long shadow of 2016
Events that unfolded in 2016 are likely to continue to affect senior level decision making processes in the foreseeable future as the global economy moves toward a period of heightened uncertainty.
