Germany

Wirecard CEO Resigns Amid Cash Mystery
Risk & Compliance

Wirecard CEO Resigns Amid Cash Mystery

Markus Braun's departure came a day after the German fintech firm disclosed it was missing $2 billion in cash.
By Matthew Heller | June 22, 2020
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Global Manufacturing Dives Amid Virus Lockdowns
The Economy

Global Manufacturing Dives Amid Virus Lockdowns

Even export powerhouses Germany and Japan saw steep decreases in factory output last month as the coronavirus upended supply chains and crushed demand.
By Matthew Heller | April 1, 2020
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New ECB Chief Urges Domestic Demand Push
Turnarounds

New ECB Chief Urges Domestic Demand Push

While “all advanced economies are facing a growth challenge, the euro area has been slower to embrace innovation," Christine Lagarde says.
By Matthew Heller | November 25, 2019
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Germany’s Economy Shrinks as Exports Struggle
Strategy

Germany’s Economy Shrinks as Exports Struggle

The country is feeling the effects of trade conflicts and global uncertainty.
By Lauren Muskett | August 15, 2019
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Germany Fines Facebook for Understating Complaints
Risk & Compliance

Germany Fines Facebook for Understating Complaints

German officials say Facebook presented a "distorted picture" of the extent of illegal content, including hate speech, on its platform.
By Matthew Heller | July 2, 2019
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IPO Values Green Energy Firm at $22 Billion
Strategy

IPO Values Green Energy Firm at $22 Billion

Germany's largest initial public offering in 16 years will raise 2 billion euros for Innogy, the renewable energy business of utility RWE.
By Matthew Heller | October 10, 2016
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Deutsche Bank to Cut 3,000 Jobs in Germany
Investor Relations

Deutsche Bank to Cut 3,000 Jobs in Germany

More than 80% of the layoffs will be in Deutsche Bank's private and commercial clients division.
By Matthew Heller | June 23, 2016
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Facebook Facing German Competition Law Probe
Technology

Facebook Facing German Competition Law Probe

Germany’s competition watchdog is investigating whether Facebook adequately discloses to customers the type and extent of the data it collects.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | March 3, 2016
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Toughened EU Stance Puts Greece in a Tight Spot
The Economy

Toughened EU Stance Puts Greece in a Tight Spot

Some members of the European Union want a firmer commitment to austerity, but the new Greek government faces a backlash from voters if it softens too much.
By Katie Kuehner-Hebert | February 20, 2015
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Emerging Markets Ripe for Digital Media Investments
Technology

Emerging Markets Ripe for Digital Media Investments

At the same time, places like China and India pose significant business risks, says EY.
By Matthew Heller | February 11, 2015
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Eurozone Economy Flatlines in 2Q
The Economy

Eurozone Economy Flatlines in 2Q

As the region gets ready to feel the impact of sanctions on Russia, its two largest economies report dismal growth numbers.
By Iris Dorbian | August 14, 2014
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Foreign-Entity Reconciliation Strategies
Strategy

Foreign-Entity Reconciliation Strategies

Aligning accounts and tracking foreign accounting standards can become unruly. Here's how to approach it.
By John Sullivan | March 17, 2014
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