We explore key takeaways from our exclusive survey and what they could mean for the aviation industry and aviation finance

Economic volatility, political unrest and fierce competition are all seen as major challenges to the sector in the coming 12 to 18 months. Meanwhile, respondents are preparing for rising oil prices and growing industry consolidation

Despite the sector's current strong performance, many survey respondents believe the industry needs even more capital and liquidity. In addition, most expect restructurings and insolvencies to increase in 2020

The multiplicity of financing sources such as asset-backed security, insurance and leasing companies has been crucial for the sector. In this section, we reveal the origins and sources of expected funding in 2020

Our exclusive survey of senior executives who have financed the aviation industry in the past three years reveals that the overall investment outlook for the sector is bright, with one region in particular set for larger growth than its global equivalents

The global mining & metals sector is facing one of its most challenging transitions yet, as the industry is considering how it can best position itself to regain and maintain stakeholder confidence on ESG matters

What businesses need to know for a strategic approach

Thoughtful business participation in benchmark reviews

The strategic value of paying attention to areas that benchmarks assess

Since the 2008 financial crisis, a non-US bank seeking to establish or maintain a US presence has been required to comply with a set of stringent regulatory requirements, but a recently adopted rule (Final Rule) limits their application.

Valdis Dombrovskis has a full in-tray that includes securing the EU banking and capital markets union as he begins his term at the European Commission.

How to stay ahead of the curve, minimize future costs of compliance and feed the growing demand from investors for responsible products and services.

The Financial Regulatory Observer regularly sets spotlights on selected topics driving the regulatory and technological changes in the financial industry.

Refinements to the regulatory framework are needed before banks can make widespread use of securitization by European banks.

Current rules fall short of providing a clear framework for a single European market for fintech companies.

The European Courts have handed down first judgments on supervisory measures taken by the ECB, highlighting important issues regarding the application of the law. 

The latest consultation paper from ESMA raises some important questions about the market abuse regulation (MAR) but lacks detail in some crucial areas.

As technology reshapes the banking industry, regulators are rising to the challenge.

The end of 2021 will mark a milestone in global financial markets when regulators, in effect, phase out the "LIBOR benchmark" that underpins much of the global financial system