Financial Services
Beyond the Spreadsheet: Why ‘AI Fluency’ is the New Must-Have Skill in Finance and Consulting
AI is automating “grunt work,” forcing firms in finance and consulting to hire for AI fluency and orchestration, a fundamental shift in required skills.
A New Era at Bain Capital: Why David Gross’s Solo Leadership Signals a Seismic Shift in Private Equity
Bain Capital consolidates leadership, naming prolific dealmaker David Gross as its sole managing partner in a strategic shift for the private equity giant.
The £2.5 Trillion Missed Opportunity: Why the UK Needs a Fintech Revolution for Government Bonds
The UK is missing a massive opportunity by not using fintech to sell government bonds (gilts) directly to retail investors, a move that would benefit all.
The Avios Economy: How Fintech and Investing are Redefining Loyalty in 2026
Avios is evolving from an airline currency into a financial asset, integrating with investing, fintech, and daily spending to redefine loyalty programs.
The Silent Portfolio Killer: Is Your Email Etiquette Sabotaging Your Career in Finance?
Discover how your email habits could be secretly sabotaging your career in finance, banking, and investing, and learn strategies to communicate with impact.
The 2027 Crypto Countdown: Is the UK’s Ambitious Plan a Game-Changer or a Gamble?
The UK plans to implement a full crypto regulatory regime by 2027, aiming to become a global hub. Is this deliberate plan a masterstroke or a delay?
The Unlikely Guru: What the World of Finance Can Learn from a Union Boss’s Playbook
Can a straight-talking union leader teach the C-suite about leadership? Discover the surprising lessons finance can learn from Mick Lynch’s powerful style.
From Power Suits to Hoodies: Decoding the Unspoken Dress Code of Modern Finance
From Wall Street’s power suits to Silicon Valley’s hoodies, explore how finance dress codes reflect the industry’s evolution and what it means for today.
The Canary in the Coal Mine: Why a Burnout Crisis in Law Firms Is a Ticking Time Bomb for the Global Economy
A burnout crisis is causing a talent exodus from top law firms, posing a systemic risk to the financial ecosystem, M&A deals, and the broader economy.
Mutual Admiration or Misguided Practice? Redefining Success in Modern Finance
The line between “mutual admiration” and casual sexism in finance isn’t just an HR issue—it’s a critical factor impacting performance, risk, and profit.
Cracking the Code or Polishing the Cage? South Korea’s Banking Giants Confront a $1 Trillion Problem
South Korean banks offer huge perks to working mothers, yet a massive gender pay gap and glass ceiling persist. Is it real progress or a costly illusion?
The Battle for HSBC’s Throne: Why the Next Chair Will Define a Decade of Global Banking
HSBC’s board is divided on its next chair. The choice between an insider and an outsider will define the bank’s future in a complex global economy.