Russia’s enormous potential is being reached more slowly than was first anticipated, and there’s still work to be done if its securities lending industry is to become a major player on the world stage
The world’s largest financial market has suffered more than most as a result of the downturn, and its recovery has not been easy. But while confidence builds, regulation looms large
With a well-developed securities lending market, Australia has fared relatively well during the downturn. But it still has some catching up to do if it wants to return to the highs of the past
An exciting and growing market, that is attracting interest both globally and domestically, Brazil has a lot to offer. But it needs to ensure it’s regulatory and taxation infrastructure is attractive to outsiders
Italy’s securities lending industry has followed the path of the rest of continental Europe over the past couple of years. But it has a couple of aces up its sleeve.
Dwarfed by many of its neighbours in terms of securities lending activity, Singapore’s ongoing stability during the financial turmoil means it remains an attractive destination for some investors
