geopolitics

Increasing geopolitical upheavals are also a concern for the savings banks. In the event of a crisis or war, a substantial proportion of the workforce could be tied up in civil defence or the military, says Rhineland-Palatinate Savings Banks Association President Thomas Hirsch.

Not everything intended to promote sustainability leads to positive outcomes, says Gerold Grasshoff. The Chair of Frankfurt Institute for Risk Management and Regulation (FIRM) talks to Börsen-Zeitung about ESG, as well as the challenges posed by geopolitical and reputational risks.

Due to escalating political tensions worldwide, the early-cycle semiconductor industry is more exposed than ever to exogenous shocks. This increased risk contributes to even greater volatility in the market valuation of semiconductor producers.