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Financial reporting of European banks: benchmark study 2025

As European banks move into 2025 amid renewed U.S. tariffs and heightened geopolitical tensions, is this calm before the storm? Throughout 2024, we observed a continued reduction in credit risk buffers, despite persistent macroeconomic pressures and geopolitical challenges. As we examine the year-end results of the region’s largest institutions, what do the figures reveal about how they manage expected credit losses (ECLs) in an increasingly unpredictable environment?
APAC payroll newsletter 2025 Issue. 2

Our APAC payroll newsletter helps provide important updates on the latest regulatory changes and best practices that have influenced payroll operations in the APAC region over the past quarter. Our commitment is to keep you well-informed and empowered in navigating the evolving payroll sector.
C-suite barometer: technology, media and telecommunications sector view

From geopolitical unrest to rapid advances in artificial intelligence, 2025 has already proven to be a year of volatility and transformation. In this uncertain environment, strategic agility in the technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) sector is more critical than ever. Drawing on insights from executives across more than 35 countries, our latest report reveals how TMT leaders are responding to shifting dynamics and where they are identifying growth opportunities.
Impact of Tariffs on Impairment of Assessments under IFRS Accounting Standards

Recently, trade tensions have notably transformed the global business environment. A key development is the widespread imposition of US tariffs, which change market dynamics and influence international business operations. Such changes trigger important considerations for impairment assessments under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Accounting Standards, specifically IAS 36 – Impairment of Assets. This article examines the impact of US tariffs on impairment assessments and offers practical guidance for finance professionals facing these challenges.
C-suite barometer: outlook 2025

Our annual C-suite barometer gathers the views of leading executives from all over the world. Each year we uncover the strategic priorities on the C-suite’s agenda and the market trends expected to impact businesses in the years ahead. This latest study reveals a business world focused on opportunities for growth and expansion in a more competitive environment. 2025 is the year for C-suite executives to scale up and get ahead.