The TRADE

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Instead, a combination of rising interest rates, inflation, soaring energy prices and geopolitical tensions have hit hedge funds, and subsequently the risk management practices of prime brokers. With the larger banks focusing on larger AUMs and higher revenue clients, there is a battle for new launches and emerging managers.

Broker

Peak Frameworks

JUNE 5, 2023

For example, the Great Recession of 2008–2009 saw significant drops in GDP, widespread unemployment, and a substantial decrease in consumer spending. This phase typically involves increased market volatility and heightened investment risk. GDP decreases, unemployment rates rise, and consumer spending slows.

Business

Peak Frameworks

MAY 24, 2023

The advent of derivatives in the 1970s marked a significant milestone in global finance, offering a structured risk management approach and fostering efficient price discovery. These complex instruments enable investors to hedge risks, speculate on future price movements, and exploit arbitrage opportunities.

Private Equity

Peak Frameworks

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Commercial Banks: These cater to businesses, providing loans, treasury, and cash management services. The profit-making strategies differ across these banks. Subtracting the $50 paid to you, the bank makes a net profit of $350. Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act: Introduced after the 2008 crisis, this U.S.

Bank

Peak Frameworks

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Headwinds in finance are conditions or events that can impede economic growth or reduce the profitability of an investment. During the 2008 global financial crisis , many sectors, from real estate to banking, experienced significant challenges. Competition intensifies, often leading to reduced prices and profit margins.

Business

Mergers and Inquisitions

MARCH 22, 2023

it’s starting to feel a lot like 2008. I explained the reasons for Silicon Valley Bank’s failure in last week’s article : incompetent risk management, massive losses on HTM securities, and a run on the bank that created the need to sell securities at a loss and get cash to cover the withdrawals. And the answer was “U.S.

Bank

Peak Frameworks

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

For example, the 2008 financial crisis can be examined through the lens of Natural Law. The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and , Consumer Protection Act passed in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, is a prime example of Positive Law. Risk Management Natural Law emphasizes understanding and respecting universal truths.

Business