Ariel Antonio
European Raiffeisen Bank International and Danske Bank investigated for money laundering
Raiffeisen Bank International and Danske Bank face serious allegations of money laundering, with approximately $230 billion in questionable funds channeled through their systems, potentially involving Russian financial syndicates.
Deutsche Bank fights to get back image
Deutsche Bank, under CEO Christian Sewing, is transforming its image by moving away from investment banking. The bank aims to attract new corporate clients and improve business relationships, attempting innovative approaches like offering free cash holdings to companies like Zalando.
EU Member Brussels to revive blacklist money laundering states
Brussels is preparing to reintroduce a blacklist of non-EU countries associated with money laundering. EU Justice Commissioner Vera Jourova aims to create a more transparent methodology after the previous list was rejected by member states for lacking credibility and communication.
Hongkong banks sent out ads calling for calm
Hong Kong banks like HSBC and Standard Chartered have published full-page newspaper ads calling for peace and order, highlighting the severe economic strain caused by ongoing protests, with small businesses reporting significant profit drops and a potential recession looming.