As KB Investment & Securities begins the process of merging with Hyundai Securities following its acquisition by KB Financial Group, KB I&S CEO, Dr Byoung Jo Chun, shares his thoughts on his company’s impressive performance and the evolution of the Korean financial services sector.
As KB Investment & Securities begins the process of merging with Hyundai Securities following its acquisition by KB Financial Group, KB I&S CEO, Dr Byoung Jo Chun, shares his thoughts on his company’s impressive performance and the evolution of the Korean financial services sector.
A greater energy mix, better infrastructure and advanced skills development are among the benefits to be seen in Rwanda through increased regional integration, says Dr Ivan Twagirashema, Executive Director of Rwanda Investment Group (RIG). He adds the opportunities Rwanda presents to international investors are huge, particularly in the energy industry, as the private sector is being encouraged to drive the country’s growth and the government aims to hit its ambitious rural electrification targets.
A greater energy mix, better infrastructure and advanced skills development are among the benefits to be seen in Rwanda through increased regional integration, says Dr Ivan Twagirashema, Executive Director of Rwanda Investment Group (RIG). He adds the opportunities Rwanda presents to international investors are huge, particularly in the energy industry, as the private sector is being encouraged to drive the country’s growth and the government aims to hit its ambitious rural electrification targets.
BPM’s pioneering consolidation and moves such as its innovative merger with Webank, one of the best digital banks in Italy, has brought it to a unique standing in the market: it is the country’s only bank to be in an equally solid position as it was two years ago, whereas others have lost 30%-50% of their value in the same period, says CEO Giuseppe Castagna. Here he explains BPM’s strategy and tells investors of “a unique opportunity to invest in a growth story that is part of a system that will grow further through much more consolidation in the next 24-36 months.”
BPM’s pioneering consolidation and moves such as its innovative merger with Webank, one of the best digital banks in Italy, has brought it to a unique standing in the market: it is the country’s only bank to be in an equally solid position as it was two years ago, whereas others have lost 30%-50% of their value in the same period, says CEO Giuseppe Castagna. Here he explains BPM’s strategy and tells investors of “a unique opportunity to invest in a growth story that is part of a system that will grow further through much more consolidation in the next 24-36 months.”
Amplifon is the world leader in providing solutions for those affected by hearing loss, and is a trailblazer for Italian companies looking to expand their presence around the world through organic growth and acquisitions. Its Miracle-Ear subsidiary, for example, which became part of the Amplifon group in 1999, is the number one brand in hearing care in North America. Enrico Vita, CEO of Amplifon, discusses the company’s milestone 2015 results, which have continued into 2016, and how it aims to continue building stronger relationships with its customers.
Amplifon is the world leader in providing solutions for those affected by hearing loss, and is a trailblazer for Italian companies looking to expand their presence around the world through organic growth and acquisitions. Its Miracle-Ear subsidiary, for example, which became part of the Amplifon group in 1999, is the number one brand in hearing care in North America. Enrico Vita, CEO of Amplifon, discusses the company’s milestone 2015 results, which have continued into 2016, and how it aims to continue building stronger relationships with its customers.
The highest stock prices in the food industry; one of the largest and most computerized food plants in Japan; one of the first Japanese companies to go global… The leading natural seasoning manufacturer Ariake Japan is a strong performer in the international food industry. Founder and Senior Advisor Kineo Okada explains the company’s recipe for success and how it has avoided the impact of international economic events.
The highest stock prices in the food industry; one of the largest and most computerized food plants in Japan; one of the first Japanese companies to go global… The leading natural seasoning manufacturer Ariake Japan is a strong performer in the international food industry. Founder and Senior Advisor Kineo Okada explains the company’s recipe for success and how it has avoided the impact of international economic events.
Rwanda’s current investment climate comes under the scrutiny of Bank of Kigali’s CEO, Dr Diane Ngendo Karusisi, who points out that foreign investors coming in is the fastest way for the country to grow its economy and realize its development ambitions. The head of the largest commercial bank in Rwanda also highlights the importance of supporting the nation’s SMEs, its relations with the US, and how the international community should view the country today.
Rwanda’s current investment climate comes under the scrutiny of Bank of Kigali’s CEO, Dr Diane Ngendo Karusisi, who points out that foreign investors coming in is the fastest way for the country to grow its economy and realize its development ambitions. The head of the largest commercial bank in Rwanda also highlights the importance of supporting the nation’s SMEs, its relations with the US, and how the international community should view the country today.
Rwanda’s central bank governor John Rwangombwa looks at why investors are increasingly keen to be involved in the country, highlighting not only the leaps and bounds it, and indeed the continent, has made over the past two decades, but also its massive potential to grow any new investment.
Rwanda’s central bank governor John Rwangombwa looks at why investors are increasingly keen to be involved in the country, highlighting not only the leaps and bounds it, and indeed the continent, has made over the past two decades, but also its massive potential to grow any new investment.
Founded in 1942 Nichirei operates through around 80 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. It was the first Japanese company to export seeds, and today the company continues to remain at the forefront of business innovation in processed food and logistics, as well as marine products, meat and poultry, real estate and biosciences. Kunio Otani, Representative Director and President of Nichirei, explains the deep-rooted CSR ethics of the company, its acquisition of US company InnovAsian, and what was behind its recent record-breaking year.
Founded in 1942 Nichirei operates through around 80 subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. It was the first Japanese company to export seeds, and today the company continues to remain at the forefront of business innovation in processed food and logistics, as well as marine products, meat and poultry, real estate and biosciences. Kunio Otani, Representative Director and President of Nichirei, explains the deep-rooted CSR ethics of the company, its acquisition of US company InnovAsian, and what was behind its recent record-breaking year.
By focusing on branding and capitalizing on its know-how in managing and operating hotels, the Solare Hotel and Resort group has built a large portfolio of properties under its charge and a wide variety of hotel brands to its credit, including, Loisir, Chisun and Hotel the M. President and CEO Tadashi Inoue discusses the company’s modus operandi and provides an insight into Japan’s growing tourism sector.
By focusing on branding and capitalizing on its know-how in managing and operating hotels, the Solare Hotel and Resort group has built a large portfolio of properties under its charge and a wide variety of hotel brands to its credit, including, Loisir, Chisun and Hotel the M. President and CEO Tadashi Inoue discusses the company’s modus operandi and provides an insight into Japan’s growing tourism sector.
One of Europe’s leading electricity transmission grid operators, Terna is crucial to guaranteeing the efficient and reliable delivery of power to Italy’s individual and corporate clients on both its mainland and islands. As such, it is also a key component to Italy’s interconnection with other European producers to create a larger, continental network. CEO Matteo Del Fante explains where the sector is heading and the importance of renewable sources and smart grids to a more balanced handling of supply and demand.
One of Europe’s leading electricity transmission grid operators, Terna is crucial to guaranteeing the efficient and reliable delivery of power to Italy’s individual and corporate clients on both its mainland and islands. As such, it is also a key component to Italy’s interconnection with other European producers to create a larger, continental network. CEO Matteo Del Fante explains where the sector is heading and the importance of renewable sources and smart grids to a more balanced handling of supply and demand.