International investors can finally buy local Russian bonds as easily as they’d wish. That development could offer exciting opportunities for all parties, writes Rod James.

Hungary battles on; privatisations lift Poland; EPH closes a mega Slovakquisition.

When it comes to emerging markets, investors have seen the risk but wanted the reward. Tim Burke asks whether sentiment is about to shift.

Insights and interviews with new hires at VTB Capital, BNY Mellon and Volante Technologies, plus a round-up of other appointments.

Mauritian bankers are keen to push their businesses further into international markets as the country’s reputation as a trade hub grows. Tim Burke reports.

Despite a market drop, there were some outstanding loans struck last year. Here are our winning houses and deals.

We introduce our annual round-up of the best deals and dealmakers.

After a record 2012, our guests discuss the outlook for the markets this year.

Brazilian dealmakers continue to look overseas for new targets – and EMEA is a hot destination. Tim Burke reports.

The past year has been the best ever for sukuk issuance, highlighting growing interest in Islamic finance from issuers and investors alike. Tim Burke reports.

A successful international loan note and news of a sovereign fund have bolstered interest in Angola as an investment destination. Tim Burke reports.

Russian banks' funding deals; Turkey's rating upgrade; and Kazakhstan's "People's IPO".