Banking

Kuwait: Oasis of calm

Kuwait: Oasis of calm

While some parts of the Middle East are the grip of conflict and others are preparing for the possible fallout, Kuwait and its banks just keep ticking over. Rod James checks to see if all is as it seems.

Kazakhstan: Light at the end of the tunnel

Kazakhstan: Light at the end of the tunnel

With even beleaguered BTA now turning a profit, the future looks a little brighter for Kazakhstan's banks. But with bad loans still weighing on balance sheets, the hard work isn't over yet. Tim Burke reports.

Banking innovation: Big data

Banking innovation: Big data

Big data, and how to harness its potential, is one of the most exciting opportunities facing banking technology heads today. David Reilly from Bank of America tells EMEA Finance about the latest developments and how the bank is putting them into action.