Despite yet another contraction, lawmakers are growing increasingly confident the Italian economy may be able to slip out of recession by the end of 2013
The proposed financial transactions tax in Europe will have dire consequences for the banking industry and the EU’s chances of economic recovery
Unwaveringly confident of long-term gains and unflinching in his risk taking, Jean-François van Boxmeer has advanced Heineken International beyond all expectation
Reducing company expenditure is always a top priority. As interest in captive insurance increases, there is great potential to be found in the European market
From humble beginnings to leading one of the largest multinational empires, Howard Schultz has always been eager to show off his entrepreneurial spirit, even if that has meant courting controversy along the way
After almost 30 years heading up some of Italy’s most prominent companies, Gabriele Galateri di Genola assumed the reins at Assicurazioni Generali in 2011 following the tumultuous departure of his predecessor
TAG Heuer president and CEO Jean-Christophe Babin has an eye for precision and innovation
As new regulations are set to be imposed on the secretive Swiss banking industry, one financial institution feels the country is still an attractive place for investors, writes Jules Gray
Vatican sees electronic payment methods suspended due to money laundering concerns
It’s widely appreciated that many French designers savour timeless elegance and adopt a chic style – which has inspired a way of life for fashion collectors. Born in 1970s France by the young entrepreneur Alain Schimel – who adored the beautiful leatherwork of the Italian tailor Teofilo Zilli, he invested in a workshop in Lyon. […]
The creation of Europe’s economic and monetary union is unique in the history of sovereign states, says Jean-Claude Trichet
Germany has auctioned over €3bn of five year debt at record low interest rates, despite investor uncertainty in Europe
Josef Ackermann’s tenure at Deutsche Bank is over. The board’s faith in him was testing, but he received a standing ovation as he left
Jo Caird on the legacy of Raphael’s masterpiece, which is being celebrated in Germany, and highlights some exhibitions of note around Europe this season
Art funding levels are in decline as governments cut back on expenditure and private sponsors opt to hang onto their cash
The European CEO awards 2023 have now been announced, presenting our pick of the CEOs, companies and campaigns leading their sectors.
