The quest for dominance in Europe takes a turn as Deutsche heads up against four major US banks. In a market laden with niche players, no one bank yet offers all services. The major contenders in bond-trading are shuffled in our annual poll. Electronic trading platforms, liquidity and credit research drive the market's preferences. Anja Helk Arab banking and finance Pricing proves to be crucial Oil prices are up, current account deficits are down, and several Arab countries may soon be issuing new Eurobonds.
Investors take heed.
Ben Beasley-Murray Banks feel little urge to merge As more countries join the WTO, financial markets are opening up to outside competition. Despite the recent collapse of the proposed merger between National Bank of Dubai and Emirates Bank International, the banking industry will soon consolidate. The internet is as hot as ever, and financial institutions race to introduce new online services aimed at corporate treasurers and risk managers. We look at the range of products offered, and how they perform. But the future belongs to multi-dealer systems.