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

01 October 2023
After a record 2012, our guests discuss the outlook for the markets this year.
Rod James talks to David Lipton, first deputy managing director of the IMF, about how Tunisia can refocus its economy and revive its moribund banking sector – as well as what the fund might do to help.
Ukraine’s economy is laden with woe. The bond markets are proving to be a much-needed highlight, writes Rod James.
Saudi Arabia’s landmark mortgage law opens a lucrative new market for local banks – but reforms remain a slow game, writes Orlando Crowcroft.
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".
Côte d’Ivoire's debt restructuring; RenCredit's entry to Nigeria; JD Group's bond issuance; and Egypt's ongoing uncertainties.
Riad Salameh, governor of Lebanon’s central bank, discusses the strengths of the country’s banking sector and the stimulus packages he hopes will promote economic stability in 2013.
Coverage of this year's winning retail and investment banks, asset managers and brokers.
Turning a profit may not be a challenge, but the emirates’ lenders face other tests ahead. Mark Dunne reports.
Access Bank’s eurobond demonstrated the appetite investors have for local issuers. Now bankers are encouraging other borrowers to tap the markets. Tim Burke reports.
Our coverage of this year's winning institutions from across the continent.