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The Principality of Monaco, renowned for its political stability, advantageous tax system and exceptional living environment, continues to extend its economic influence internationally.
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The IMpower FundForum, the leading event for global wealth and asset management professionals, was held from 24 to 26 June at the Grimaldi Forum in Monte Carlo. Organised by Informa Connect, this prestigious event attracted more than 1,400 decision-makers, including 500 fund and wealth managers and 400 fund buyers and asset owners from over 50 countries.
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From fraud detection to risk management and customer service, artificial intelligence will fundamentally redefine the way banks operate and interact with their customers. What are the possibilities offered by this technological revolution? What are the risks associated with its use? Have the Principality's banks already moved into the AI era? An interview with Frédéric Genta, Interministerial Delegate for Attractiveness and Digital Transition, and Robert Laure, Chairman of the Association Monégasque des Activités Financières (AMAF).
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Risk versus performance... The risk of a portfolio or investment is often contrasted with its performance. Either you have low risk and low performance, or you accept higher risk in the hope of higher performance. For most managers, risk is a constraint that limits portfolio performance. But this is not necessarily the case.
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All life on earth is sustained by its biodiversity, yet it is increasingly under threat from human activity. In every corner of the globe biodiversity is being altered – research shows that only around three percent of our land can be considered “faunally intact”, meaning it has healthy populations of all its original animals , and an estimated one million animal(1) and plant species are threatened with extinction(2).
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As a financial stakeholder, we have a big part to play in ensuring capital is channelled towards more virtuous solutions.
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The world is currently witnessing a series of extreme weather events, from heat waves to wildfires including devastating floods. In addition to the tragic loss of life, it is now vital to understand the economic impacts of these disasters. Long-term investors need to rethink their asset valuation models, often obsolete. Climate risks encompass the planning and effectiveness of climate policies, the extent of physical risks, as well the potential impact of future climatic factors on certain industries and businesses. The combination of these factors can lead to greater frequency of unpredictable market shocks.
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The world of finance has already been through some seismic changes. In the 1980s, the Bloomberg Terminal gave Wall Street traders access to real-time data, research, and instant messaging. Everyone in the marketplace could finally talk to each other, it was truly revolutionary. In the 90s, Renaissance was the first hedge fund to bet on mathematical models. That was the start of quant funds.
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Recruiting and retaining talent is one of the many challenges facing the Monegasque financial centre. Gérard OHRESSER, Managing Director of Edmond de Rothschild Monaco, and Judith BALLESTER, Head of Human Resources, engage in an open dialogue on the solutions put in place, focusing on the “S” in ESG.
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The transition to a low-carbon economy is creating new markets for clean energy, sustainable agriculture, and other eco-friendly technologies. What are the factors driving growing interest in climate investing and how can investors make an impact while reaping the financial rewards?
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BNP Paribas is extremely sensitive to Natural Capital issues. That's why, last November, Françoise PUZENAT, Director of the Monaco Territory, joined forces with a local reference, the Centre Scientifique de Monaco, to organize a conference on the theme: Natural Capital: Issues and Solutions for a Sustainable Future.
