On December 3 at the FT and The Banker’s Global Banking Summit, Michael (Miša) Klimeš sat down with Michela Tindera, host of the FT’s Behind the Money podcast, and others to analyse how the banking industry will shape up during Donald Trump’s second term in the White House Tune in here: https://lnkd.in/eYi6BbUH
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🤝 Crédit Agricole has raised its stake in Banco BPM to 15.1% via derivatives contracts, signalling a long-term strategic play in Italy’s banking market. With a request to the EU to increase its holdings to 19.99%, this move complicates UniCredit’s €10.1bn bid for BPM. 🔎 Examine the connections between the key players with our interactive graphic here: https://lnkd.in/d_2uTicF 🇮🇹 The Italian government’s opposition to UniCredit’s merger bid highlights the enduring challenges of domestic banking consolidation in Europe, where political interests often outweigh market logic. BPM itself has rejected UniCredit’s offer, citing valuation concerns and potential job losses. 🏦 For UniCredit, acquiring BPM would bolster its fee income and create a stronger competitive footing, yet Crédit Agricole’s growing influence and Italy’s political stance signal a tough road ahead. As European banks look to consolidation amid rate declines, this battle reflects the high stakes involved. With comment from Filippo Alloatti
UniCredit’s bid for BPM: key players and stakes
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👔 The debate around “juniorisation” in banking is gaining momentum, particularly in London and the US. Are seasoned bankers being edged out by younger, less experienced — but cheaper — staff, or is this a natural generational shift, asks Tim Skeet. 💼 While the evidence remains anecdotal, the trend highlights the narrowing career pathways for older professionals, compounded by specialisation, industry consolidation, and AI’s looming influence. The result? Rising pressure on senior talent and increasing title inflation as recognition becomes symbolic. ⏳ For veteran bankers, preparing for the “danger zone” of late career transitions is critical. Staying relevant, adaptable, and forward-thinking will be the difference between thriving and being left behind in a rapidly evolving industry landscape. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e_8a37Nw
Why banking no longer favours experience
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🌍 Transforming global finance is no longer optional — it’s essential, writes Marcos Neto. 🏦 Recent UN conferences on biodiversity, climate and desertification underscored the urgent need for banks and investors to embed sustainability into decision-making. Failure to act threatens financial stability, from commodity prices to sovereign debt. 🌱 But the opportunity is immense. Green bonds, nature-based solutions, and sustainability-linked loans are proving that aligning with environmental goals is not just responsible — it’s profitable. Financial institutions that innovate today will lead tomorrow’s resilient, sustainable economy. 🌳 As we approach the World Economic Forum in Davos, the question isn’t whether finance will transform, but who will lead. Those who act now will seize the opportunity to build a sustainable future. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e-HaX7Wg
How planetary risk is transforming world finance
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The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards aim to recognise lenders that have grown while retaining a solid balance sheet, improved the quality of their service, invested in technology and considered their role within their local communities. The 2024 awards recognise excellence for banks in 127 countries. Discover this year’s winners here: https://lnkd.in/eGbQxb2i
The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards 2024
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Congratulations to tonight’s winners at the Bank of the Year Awards. To view the winner for each country and region please visit the Bank of the Year awards website: boty.theBanker.com #BankofTheYear
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🇺🇸 The US banking landscape is on the cusp of a dramatic transformation. With the number of regional lenders projected to shrink from 4,500 to 1,000 within the next three years, consolidation is accelerating. 💰 Bob Diamond, CEO of Atlas Merchant Capital, calls this “the best investment opportunity I’ve ever seen”, as foreign banks and private capital eye entry into the sector. 🤝 As of November 2024, bank M&A deals have reached $12.5bn — nearly triple last year’s total. Alvarez & Marsal urges banks to prepare now with diligence and integration routines to seize these opportunities. 🏦 Bharat Poddar of BCG and Jill Gateman of TD Bank highlight potential in the underserved middle market. With regulators favouring private capital and non-US entrants, the US banking sector is set for significant transformation. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eK82mTc8 Aliya Shibli reports
Foreign lenders see opportunities as US bank consolidation intensifies
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Day 2 of the Global Banking Summit kicks off with an introduction from Ali Miraj, broadcaster, financier, social entrepreneur, and DJ, alongside Silvia Pavoni, Editor-in-Chief of The Banker. Watch the Day 1 highlight video below! #FTBanking
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🏃♂️ The potential rollback of the Basel Endgame rules in the US raises concerns over a “race to the bottom” in global banking regulation, warns Michael J. Hsu, acting US Comptroller of the Currency. Speaking at the FT and The Banker’s Global Banking Summit, Hsu cautioned that regulatory erosion could undermine stability, echoing pre-2008 vulnerabilities. 🌐 International delays in Basel III implementation — from the EU to the Bank of England — add to the uncertainty. The Financial Stability Board has urged G20 nations to stay committed, but questions remain over consistent enforcement. ⚠️ Hsu also stressed reforming liquidity frameworks to counter rapid deposit runs and called for clarity in bank/non-bank partnerships to ensure accountability — a pressing issue for today’s interconnected financial ecosystem. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/edUbfrkB Barbara Pianese reports
US Basel rule rollback risks ‘race to the bottom’, cautions OCC head
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