The Helaba Capital Market Outlook 2025: Global economy on the catwalk
What will happen to the global economy in 2025? Will the economy get back on track or will it end up bare? Nothing is certain, but the Helaba Capital Market Outlook provides a foretaste of what could come.
The financial centre of Frankfurt mourns the loss of Friedrich von Metzler: an outstanding banker and committed patron
Friedrich von Metzler, a formative figure in the world of banking and promoter of education, art and social justice, has passed away. His work has left a lasting mark on Frankfurt.
DVFA monthly question November: Tax-incentivised private pension provision
The rapid demise of the coalition government puts the planned pAV reform law to the test. However, the DVFA monthly survey shows that 99% of DFVA members surveyed are in favour of the reform, which is intended to make private pension provision more capital market-friendly. A step that is not only necessary in terms of regulatory policy, but would also make sense in terms of education policy in order to promote economic understanding.
Digital banking: How banks can gain the trust of customers
The Deloitte study “Building Trust in Digital Banking” shows that despite the advantages of online banking, German bank customers prefer personal contact for more complex financial products. Banks face the challenge of designing digital offerings in such a way that they strengthen customer trust and at the same time enable personal interactions.
Helaba financial centre study: ‘Bank employment on the rise – despite shortage of skilled workers’
Bank employment in Frankfurt is set to grow by four percent to more than 73,000 employees by the end of 2025. Despite a shortage of skilled workers, the industry is managing to meet its demand for specialists – thanks to appropriate strategies.
DVFA monthly question September: How ESG ratings are used and evaluated
In a recent survey, the DVFA asked investment professionals how they use ESG ratings. The results show that ESG ratings are increasingly in demand, but are not yet used across the board: 38% of respondents currently use ESG ratings very little or not at all. The main reasons for using them are to support sustainable decisions, to fulfil customer requirements and for risk management. Read the results of the latest DVFA monthly survey on this topic here!
Cool breezes for Frankfurt: Innovative use of wind currents
Bloomberg spoke to meteorologist Mathias Ratheiser about the rising temperatures in Frankfurt. The report shows how the metropolis can use natural wind systems to improve the urban climate and mitigate heatwaves through smart urban planning.
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.
Financial investment and external financing in Germany in Q1 2024
According to the Deutsche Bundesbank, the net financial assets of households in Germany continued to increase, driven by valuation gains and a real return of 1.4% in the first quarter. At the same time, corporate financing increased slightly, which also led to an increase in liabilities.
DVFA tightens requirements for supervisory boards
The German Association for Financial Analysis and Asset Management (DVFA) has updated its position on the independence of supervisory board members with regard to internationally established criteria. The 2024 AGM season has also shown that many companies do not meet the requirements of investors.
