A forthcoming raft of privatisations and cheap labour costs are driving interest in Romania as an investment destination
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BBVA banking on tech to deliver customer experience
Paloma Piqueras, head of BBVA Asset Management, explains how technology is central to boosting client relationships, but admits getting conservative Spanish investors to take on more risk can be a challenge

Madrid seeks to spring a surprise on European rivals
Sweeping reforms, cheap office space, a skilled workforce and a flexible regulator mean the Spanish capital is very much open for business

International outlook key for new Isle of Man government
The threats of rising regulation, protectionism and Brexit uncertainty could all threaten the Isle of Man, but its diversified economy should prove resilient

Poland positions itself as tech hub at heart of Europe
Polish cities such as Warsaw have been digital pioneers, making the country attractive to start-ups and entrepreneurs. But there are worries the new nationalist government could increase restrictions

Jersey’s fund industry cries out for clarity over Brexit
The uncertainty surrounding Brexit is making life uncomfortable for Jersey, particularly when it comes to immigration and marketing funds into the EU

Flavel puts investment at core of Coutts’ growth plan
With Coutts now firmly concentrating on its core UK market, the challenge for chief executive Peter Flavel is getting its existing clients to do more with the bank

Financial world in flux following EU poll upset
While banks fear that access to EU talent may be restricted in the post-Brexit landscape, some wealthy clients have already sensed a buying opportunity amid the uncertainty

Is an exodus from London to Paris on the cards?
Mark Boleat, policy chairman at the City of London Corporation and Didier le Menestrel, chairman and founder of La Financière de l’Echiquier, discuss whether Brexit will see Paris overtake London as Europe’s leading financial centre

Brexit result leaves rival centres jostling for position
London’s pre-eminence as Europe’s leading financial centre may well be under threat following the UK’s vote to leave the European Union, but institutions assess many competitive factors before shipping out staff
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