Why London won’t lose its crown as Europe’s financial capital
Following the Brexit vote, a number of cities are queuing up to take London's place as Europe's financial centre.
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London banking will struggle to escape Brexit trap
The fears about the City don't look overcooked – here's why.
Explainer: what a weaker pound means for the British economy
A weak pound might be good for exports but it is bad news for the investment that the economy is based on.
How neoliberalism’s moral order feeds fraud and corruption
Corporate wrongdoing is underpinned by a morality that many of us have voted for.
Why Brexit supporters should take an EU-turn – just like I did
How research led one academic to change his mind after standing against the euro and other elements of EU integration.
The ‘imperfect’ consumers shut out of basic financial services
New report shows millions in the UK are denied essential financial services because of disability, disease and age.
Microfinance could wind up being the new subprime
The global push for financial inclusion could end up with unintended consequences.
How Capitec Bank overcame high barriers to entry in South Africa
How did a small South African bank manage to rise through the ranks at a time when consumer and investor confidence was at a low?
How Brexit would affect UK financial services
If Britain leaves the EU, it will likely have an inter-connected impact on regulation and trade.
FactCheck: does ASIC already have the powers of a royal commission and more?
After Labor proposed a royal commission into the banking industry, Treasurer Scott Morrison said the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has all the powers of a royal commission and more. Is that right?
How Brexit would reduce foreign investment in the UK – and why that matters
Foreign investment could fall by close to a quarter, harming productivity and incomes if Britain leaves the EU, according to new research.
Fintech firms freed to compete with banks, but disruption yet to come
The Australian government's fintech strategy resets the risk dial on how fintech firms are regulated, but the big unknown is how consumers will respond.
ASIC v ANZ rate-rigging case will be one of epic proportions
ASIC has a high success rate, but its high-profile civil action against ANZ Bank will be a tough battle to win.
Why HSBC decided to stay in the UK
The options for a move to Hong Kong were not as attractive as they might have appeared.
Why levying GST on banking has been in the ‘too hard’ basket
Calls for GST on banking make sense, but working out the ultimate benefit is no easy task.
Britain’s nuclear deal with China is a boon for bankers – and no one else
An often ignored political role devised in 1571 tells you all you need to know about who will benefit as new power plants are built.
China flags 6.5% growth rate, but needs real financial reform to get there
China's transition to a consumer-based economy offers opportunities for private investors, but more financial reform is needed to open them up.
The unfinished business facing Australia’s new treasurer
A bulging in-tray of reviews awaiting response awaits Malcolm Turnbull's choice of treasurer in his new cabinet.
Q&A: what is the Libor scandal and why does it matter?
Former trader Tom Hayes has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for manipulating Libor. But what is it and why does it matter?
GE’s return to its industrial roots offers hope US economy may do the same
GE's push into finance nearly crippled the company, just as the broader US shift in that direction almost collapsed the global economy.
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Executive Director, Australian Centre for Financial Studies
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