Mapping the World’s Prices 2025
Which are the world’s cheapest and most expensive cities? Mapping the World’s Prices, now in its ninth edition, is the definitive guide to quality of life, rental costs and prices for phones, coffee, taxis and more in 69 cities from Abu Dhabi to Zurich.
Frankfurt Main Finance at Chengdu Finance Week 2025
Frankfurt Main Finance was represented with a digital keynote speech at Chengdu Finance Week 2025. The focus was on trust as the basis for economic resilience and successful financial center development—and Frankfurt’s special role in the international financial system.
Interview with Hubertus Väth: Financial bridges between Europe and China
Hubertus Väth, Managing Director of Frankfurt Main Finance, recently gave insights into the increasing financial integration between China and Europe in an interview at the Luzijan Forum. This developing cooperation offers Europe a number of opportunities to strengthen its financial relations with China.
What next for supply chains and transformation? An inspiring evening in Tokyo
Together with the German Embassy, Frankfurt Main Finance invited to dinner in Tokyo. An evening that once again made it clear that Japan and Germany have much more in common than ‘just’ economic interests.
China’s Economic Outlook: A Global Perspective
China’s new stimulus plan signals steady progress towards its full-year economic goals, supported by a stock market boost and rising consumer spending. In an interview with CGTN, Hubertus Väth highlighted how this initiative is driving long-term economic transformation beyond short-term gains.
How generative AI is revolutionizing finance
According to Moody’s, one of the most exciting developments in AI is its democratization. Gone are the days when AI was solely the realm of software engineers. Today, analysts, creatives, and other professionals can leverage these powerful tools to streamline their workflows. Tools like ChatGPT have played a pivotal role in this shift, making AI accessible without the need for deep technical know-how.
KPMG Study: AI Revolutionizes Financial Reporting
The KPMG study ‘AI in financial reporting and audit: Navigating the new era’ reveals that nearly three-quarters of companies already use AI in financial reporting. Within three years, almost all companies plan to adopt AI. Concerns about accuracy and data privacy are significant, while auditors are expected to ensure safe technology use.
CFOs remain optimistic despite crises and risks: upturn in sight
The Deloitte CFO Survey for spring 2024 shows a cautious recovery in the German economy, with domestic market sectors benefiting while export-oriented sectors continue to suffer from uncertainties.
Germany’s Pivotal Role in Shaping Europe’s Financial Future
I recently had the privilege of hosting German Finance Minister Christian Lindner at Bloomberg’s European headquarters. During this visit, I reiterated Bloomberg’s long held belief in Germany’s role as a leading centre for finance. For our part, Bloomberg has operated in Germany for over three decades with offices in Frankfurt, Berlin, and Munich. We have seen first hand the legislative reforms the country has undertaken to make it easier for global businesses to operate and integrate…
Need for action to reinforce economic security and support net zero – a German-Japanese perspective
Despite the distance of around 9,000 kilometers between Berlin and Tokyo, Germany and Japan are close partners. Both countries are intensifying their bilateral relations and face similar transformation challenges due to their dependence on frictionless global trade and net zero commitments. The Frankfurt Main Finance study presents a three-step approach to managing global supply chain risks.
