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How the ‘Brussels effect’ backfired
Once a model for the world, the EU’s rulemaking machine has faltered under the weight of its own ambition.
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Marsalek’s missing millions: the unravelling of a secret Libyan empire
FT investigation sheds light on Wirecard fraudster’s activities in north Africa and shadow life as a Russian agent of influence.
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How the bank behind London’s most expensive office lease unravelled
Brazil’s Banco Master was one entrepreneur’s ticket to riches but collapsed last month amid allegations of a $2.3bn fraud.
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How Luxembourg tamed the ‘monster’ of a unified EU market
Backed by other small states, the duchy has thwarted the push for centralised supervision.
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Hedge fund ordered to pay bonus to trader who made 97% of its revenues
Evolution Capital Management must pay Robert Gagliardi $5.4mn plus interest after High Court judgment.
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How Apollo, Soros and others spotted red flags at First Brands
Small group of lenders avoided losses on car parts supplier’s collapse by refusing credit or cutting exposure.
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Swiss finance shrinks as regulators tighten grip on prized sector
Stricter post-Credit Suisse oversight sets nation on different path to US in particular.
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Credit Suisse bondholder wipeout was unlawful, court rules
Watchdog did not have proper basis for decision to write down SFr16.5bn of AT1 debt as part of rescue deal, judges find.