27.12.2018 - Society & Finance

Active versus passive: What really matters for bonds

by Agnieszka Gehringer, Kai Lehmann

The discussion about "active vs. passive" has been intensive for many years. So far, the focus has mostly been on equities. However, the discussion is now spreading to the bond side.

14.12.2018 - Companies

Say on pay - More power to shareholders (?)

by Kai Lehmann

The shareholders of major European groups can look forward to the coming year. With the implementation of the amended EU Shareholders' Rights Directive, their right to a say in management board compensation in Germany will be significantly extended.

13.12.2018 - Macroeconomics

Brexit: Lower immigration, lower growth

by Agnieszka Gehringer

The uncertainty around Brexit is worsening the UK migration balance with the EU. This can have negative consequences for the British labor market.

11.12.2018 - Wealth Price Index

H1-2018: Asset price inflation continues

by Philipp Immenkötter

In the first and second quarter of 2018 asset price inflation in the Euro area remains robust but somewhat lower than in 2017. The highest inflation rate is found in Portugal and the lowest in Italy.

07.12.2018 - Companies

Compensation remains intransparent

by Philipp Immenkötter

The transparency of executive compensation in Germany is disappointing. Numerous details are lacking in order to be able to understand executive salaries and their financial incentives. In comparison to the previous year, transparency has improved sl ...

30.11.2018 - Macroeconomics

Trade war’s missed goals: the case of steel products

by Agnieszka Gehringer

Since the beginning of 2018 the Trump administration has taken various protectionist measures on US imports. No easing is in sight. In the run-up to the upcoming G-20 summit in Buenos Aires, US President has threatened to intensify protectionist meas ...