German bank Berenberg has promoted Jan Schiedat to lead its European investment banking team, a key move in its strategic expansion. Discover the implications for London's financial sector.
BNP Paribas has appointed former Citigroup trader James Ford as a director to bolster its UK equities team. This strategic hire aims to enhance the bank's execution services for clients.
Former Pensions Minister Ros Altmann warns that Saba Capital's aggressive tactics against UK investment trusts like Edinburgh Worldwide (EWIT) endanger patient capital. Retail investors must vote to protect long-term interests.
Morgan Stanley has elevated 184 employees to managing director, with London and the UK securing a significant portion of the prestigious promotions. Discover the key names and divisions.
Investment bank Evercore recruits Rothschild's co-head of European consumer dealmaking, Andrew Dale, to lead its own European consumer M&A practice. Read the full story.
Morgan Stanley elevates 183 bankers to managing director, with London a key hub. The promotions reflect strategic growth in investment banking and wealth management. Discover the full breakdown.
The UK's Investment Association is partnering with financial influencers to boost retail investment. Discover how this strategy aims to demystify markets and engage a new generation.
Investment bank Jefferies saw a 21% rise in investment banking revenue, but profits were hit by a loss at its First Brands acquisition. Discover the full Q2 results.
JPMorgan Chase has appointed former Citigroup banker Anurag Hargunani to head its equity capital markets syndicate for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. This key hire strengthens the bank's ECM team in a competitive market. Read the full story.
Activist investor Boaz Weinstein escalates his campaign against Edinburgh Worldwide Investment Trust, criticising its SpaceX sale ahead of a crucial shareholder vote. Discover the battle shaking the UK investment trust sector.
The Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals feature an unprecedented seven former champions. Morocco faces immense pressure as hosts, while Mali stands as the lone outsider. Read the full analysis.
UBS has captured over 22% of Swiss dealmaking fees in 2025, securing $305m and widening its lead after Credit Suisse's collapse. Discover the shifting landscape of investment banking.
JPMorgan Chase launches a new strategic advisory unit to offer expanded services to its corporate dealmaking clients, signalling a major push in investment banking. Discover the strategy.
Declan Rice's fitness is in doubt for Arsenal's clash with Bournemouth, while Antoine Semenyo is available despite transfer speculation. Get the latest Premier League team news.
Goldman Sachs has appointed James Berry, a senior UBS banker, to its business services team in London. Discover the strategic implications for the firm's growth.
Manchester United's rising star Ayden Heaven has decided to pursue his international career with England, despite interest from Ghana. The 19-year-old defender is impressing at Old Trafford.
After years of closures, UK banks are reopening branches in a mini high street revival. Nationwide's pledge to keep 696 sites open until 2030 offers relief to customers like those in Northampton.
Benin secured their first Africa Cup of Nations victory in 15 matches with a 1-0 win over Botswana in Rabat. Yohan Roche's goal keeps their tournament hopes alive. Read the full match report.
Australian fast bowler Scott Boland opens up on the challenging but successful ploy of using wicketkeeper Alex Carey up to the stumps, a key factor in blunting England's aggressive batting during the Ashes series. Read the full story.
Nigeria began their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a narrow 2-1 win over Tanzania, while reigning champions Senegal cruised to a 3-0 victory over Botswana. Get all the match details and analysis.
BNP Paribas has restructured its capital markets leadership, promoting Michael Lynagh and Olivier Jourdan to new co-head roles. Discover the strategic moves shaping the bank's future.
HSBC has recruited former Citi veteran Ida Liu to head its global private banking division, aiming to strengthen its wealth management services for ultra-high-net-worth clients.
A PwC report predicts AI will automate many dealmaking tasks by 2026, reshaping investment banking. Discover the roles at risk and the new skills required.
Explore how institutional private capital is transforming football, Formula 1, and sports infrastructure as a mature asset class. Discover why London is at the heart of this financial shift.
Goldman Sachs has dethroned JPMorgan as the top UK dealmaker in 2024, leading a surge in M&A and equity capital markets activity. Discover the key deals and market shifts behind this major power shift.
Top executives at the European Investment Bank signal a continued hiring freeze for 2025, even as a major dealmaking surge is predicted for 2026. Explore the strategic reasons behind the caution.
PayPal has filed for a US banking licence, aiming to boost small business lending. The move follows Trump's deregulatory reforms, attracting UK fintechs like Revolut and Starling to also eye the American market.
Citi partners with London Stock Exchange Group to integrate Workspace data, aiming to boost efficiency for its 35,000 investment bankers. Discover the strategic move.
James Pirie, a senior director at Houlihan Lokey, has left the investment bank. Explore the details of his departure and the firm's recent performance in London.
BNP Paribas is aggressively expanding its corporate finance teams in London and New York, hiring over 30 bankers. This strategic move signals a major bet on a rebound in global M&A and equity markets. Discover the bank's ambitious growth plans.