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To innovate is to change mindsets – and to think of new ways of working and new ways to do business. From hackathons to co-creation, we explore how we can all innovate.

How to scale up zero-emission mobility?

How to scale up zero-emission mobility?

BNP Paribas partners up with Movin'On for a disruptive event aiming to map the zero-emission ecosystem and boost the move towards electromobility.
A fighting chance: ASEAN’s year ahead

A fighting chance: ASEAN’s year ahead

As the world continues to reel from the effects of Covid-19, ASEAN economies may have attributes to help them withstand the shock better than others,...
Energy Efficiency: how to create a virtuous circle

Energy Efficiency: how to create a virtuous circle

On October 8 2020, Movin'On Community of Interest on Energy Efficiency & Financing Transition ran virtual working session to accelerate solutions adoption.
Quantitative innovation for a better future

Quantitative innovation for a better future

BNP Paribas experts met with The Hedge Fund Journal to present the Theam Quant Funds range and explain how they are leading the way forward.
Why energy efficiency and decarbonisation matter: Movin’On

Why energy efficiency and decarbonisation matter: Movin’On

Movin'On partners BNP Paribas, Solar Impulse, Michelin and Engie are teaming up to scale up investment in energy efficiency. Here's why it matters.
Electric Dreams

Electric Dreams

The electric vehicle industry in China has all the right indicators, but more green investment is needed to drive development forward.
BNP Paribas wins Best Prime Broker

BNP Paribas wins Best Prime Broker

FX Markets acknowledges the bank's achievements in the global prime brokerage franchise.
Leading the evolution in sustainability linked loans

Leading the evolution in sustainability linked loans

Our co-heads of Sustainable Finance Markets discuss sustainability-linked loan (SLLs) developments and the creation of sustainability-linked bonds (SLBs).
Quants, economists and strategists: a true dream team

Quants, economists and strategists: a true dream team

In today's world, cutting through data overload can be extremely tricky, yet it is an essential part of establishing investment strategies.
China’s growth outperforms the world

China’s growth outperforms the world

As the world continues to grapple with the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, China's V-shaped recovery is well underway, but cautious consumers weigh on the recovery...
The main macroeconomic implications of Covid-19

The main macroeconomic implications of Covid-19

BNP Paribas' Markets 360 Research and Economics experts map out the major implications of covid-19 on business, consumer and government behaviour.
Asia beyond tourism

Asia beyond tourism

Covid-19 has had a major impact on Southeast Asia's tourism sector. Pause on travel in the region provides an opportunity for governments to rethink the future of...
Franco-Brazilian M&A and how to manage complex financial risk

Franco-Brazilian M&A and how to manage complex financial risk

Risk.net discusses the challenges of building and executing a hedging solution across currencies and territories in a complex political landscape – with Djamel...
Post-pandemic fashion: is green the new black?

Post-pandemic fashion: is green the new black?

The fashion industry has been supremely influential – and it's also one of the heaviest polluters. Will Covid-19 force a rethink on sustainability?
The future of work: operational resilience is key

The future of work: operational resilience is key

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many aspects of life as we knew it and forced the world into a new paradigm.
Small loans, big dreams

Small loans, big dreams

A new type of financing in the form of social bonds has the potential to improve the lives of some of the world's poorest people.
Build back better

Build back better

The vital role finance must play in the post-Covid-19 recovery.
A new generation of Africans holds the key to sustainable development

A new generation of Africans holds the key to sustainable development

BNP Paribas partner with global start-up ShARE for Africa Leadership Programme webinar on company engagement and the role of banking in Africa.
Can private equity drive change in sustainable finance?

Can private equity drive change in sustainable finance?

EQT signs the largest ever ESG-linked fund facility, targeting social and environmental targets across all portfolio companies. This is why it matters.
Energy efficiency: why it is crucial and how to accelerate it

Energy efficiency: why it is crucial and how to accelerate it

Energy efficiency is key in reducing harmful emissions, but investment is stagnating. How can we stimulate funding and generate new solutions?
ESG in the Americas: Ready for Lift-Off?

ESG in the Americas: Ready for Lift-Off?

Financial innovation, Covid-19 and climate change have all come together to spur finance into action. With the flurry of recent debut transactions using the mechanisms...
The future of mobility: Movin’On 2020

The future of mobility: Movin’On 2020

While Covid-19 has forced the world's leading sustainable mobility event to become digital, the challenges it seeks to tackle are important than ever...
Navigating supply chains post Covid-19

Navigating supply chains post Covid-19

The pandemic has underlined the importance of managing supply chains and liquidity. Banks can help – but how should companies think about the future?
How to enhance real-time corporate banking solutions

How to enhance real-time corporate banking solutions

Real-time banking solutions often fall short of what corporates expect in terms of transactional capabilities, ease of banking and access to financial data...
Bonds that heal

Bonds that heal

As the world grapples with the threat of the Covid-19 coronavirus, more capital – in the form of social bonds – must be urgently deployed to support healthcare...
The next frontier in algorithmic currency trading?

The next frontier in algorithmic currency trading?

4th generation interaction algos are revolutionising foreign exchange trading with institutional investors and even corporates. Have we reached peak algo?
BNP Paribas and BlackRock join forces for CSR

BNP Paribas and BlackRock join forces for CSR

A programme designed to bring young people to the trading floor underlines the importance of diversity in the workplace.
What’s the big idea?

What’s the big idea?

What are the big ideas and the big challenges for institutional investors in the decade ahead? Quintessence 2020, hot off the press, takes a look.
Trade Information Network: a new industry standard for trade finance

Trade Information Network: a new industry standard for trade finance

TIN enables companies to easily and securely share trade information with banks, helping meet demand for financing earlier in the supply chain.
Learning in a time of Coronavirus

Learning in a time of Coronavirus

With schools across mainland China and Hong Kong shut and millions of children stuck inside their apartments, the online learning and virtual reality education sector...
$3 trillion and rising

$3 trillion and rising

The ocean is the backdrop to the $3 trillion "Blue Economy" – and will be the next battleground for business leaders and investors worldwide. Here's why.
BNP Paribas wins three European awards for Equity Derivatives

BNP Paribas wins three European awards for Equity Derivatives

The bank receives industry recognitions at the Structured Retail Products Europe Awards 2020
Data, A.I. and client experience: how do banks get ahead in digital FX?

Data, A.I. and client experience: how do banks get ahead in digital FX?

Digital innovations are transforming the FX industry. Neehal Shah, Global Head of G10 FX Trading, makes the case for banks – and why they will drive change.
SWIFT KYC Registry goes live for Corporates

SWIFT KYC Registry goes live for Corporates

Multi-bank corporates now have secure access to SWIFT's online portal for exchanging KYC information, freeing up time for bankers and corporate treasurers.
ZEE faces the reality of automating its treasury functions

ZEE faces the reality of automating its treasury functions

How a bespoke end-to-end cash management solution provided by BNP Paribas transformed long-term client, Zee Entertainment Enterprises, treasury function into a digital...
Virtual economies – the next big opportunity for business?

Virtual economies – the next big opportunity for business?

What are virtual economies and how are they beginning to impact the real world? What opportunities might these emerging marketplaces bring for business?
Top honours for BNP Paribas in four categories: IFR Awards 2019

Top honours for BNP Paribas in four categories: IFR Awards 2019

BNP Paribas receives top honours in the prestigious IFR Awards 2019 winning four awards across asset classes and supporting on six deal wins for clients.
BNP Paribas wins Bank of the Year Award at the FOW International Awards 2019

BNP Paribas wins Bank of the Year Award at the FOW International Awards 2019

BNP Paribas receives top honours at the Futures and Options World (FOW) International Awards 2019 winning Bank of the Year.
BNP Paribas and Kantox win best Solution Innovation for FX Risk

BNP Paribas and Kantox win best Solution Innovation for FX Risk

BNP Paribas and Kantox pick up best Solution Innovation for FX Risk in the Treasury Management International 2019 Technology & Innovation Awards.
New technology, new trends, new behaviours: the future of business

New technology, new trends, new behaviours: the future of business

How will technology change business? Why could virtual worlds be the next big business opportunity? This is what we learnt in Amsterdam.
BNP Paribas wins Risk Awards’ Currency Derivatives House of the Year

BNP Paribas wins Risk Awards’ Currency Derivatives House of the Year

For the second consecutive year, BNP Paribas has been awarded Currency Derivatives House of the Year by Risk Awards at its landmark awards ceremony.
Energy Risk Asia 2019: BNP Paribas named Derivatives House of the Year

Energy Risk Asia 2019: BNP Paribas named Derivatives House of the Year

BNP Paribas wins award for second year in a row with commodity derivatives revenues up 20% in Asia despite trade wars and geopolitical tensions.
Impact education: a business model to help refugees

Impact education: a business model to help refugees

How one entrepreneur has founded a start-up that gives refugees a hand-up, rather than a hand-out.
Renewable energy for corporates: the tipping point?

Renewable energy for corporates: the tipping point?

As costs fall and stakeholder demand increases, corporates are increasingly seizing the opportunity to use renewable energy.
Recognised by clients: BNP Paribas wins FX Week’s Best Bank for FX in the Eurozone

Recognised by clients: BNP Paribas wins FX Week’s Best Bank for FX in the Eurozone

BNP Paribas wins Best Bank for FX in the Eurozone from FX Week. The award highlights BNP Paribas' exceptional performance and client service in the global FX industry...
Industry leaders gather for 4th annual Global Markets conference

Industry leaders gather for 4th annual Global Markets conference

Clients of BNP Paribas heard from leading speakers on the challenging dynamics of financial markets, geopolitics, digital change and sustainable finance.
Is forex hedging next in the front line of sustainable finance?

Is forex hedging next in the front line of sustainable finance?

Siemens Gamesa's novel €174m forex hedge linked to sustainability scores is another example of how finance can help align incentives. Here's how it works.
Why effectiveness and scalability matter for the green transition

Why effectiveness and scalability matter for the green transition

The rapid uptake of green finance isn't enough. A new approach taking account of investors' expectations will be vital. Here's how it could work.
Top honours for BNP Paribas: 2019 Greenwich Leaders

Top honours for BNP Paribas: 2019 Greenwich Leaders

BNP Paribas has scooped top honours in the 2019 Greenwich Share and Quality Leaders for Asian Large Corporate Trade Finance, as our clients further recognise our...
Are humility and ambition the antidote to market gloom?

Are humility and ambition the antidote to market gloom?

Government bond yield curves suggest a prolonged recession. Do policymakers still have room to respond to future shocks? Yes says Luigi Speranza,...
ESG data: new challenges, new solutions

ESG data: new challenges, new solutions

Demand for ESG analytics is growing as 'sustainable' assets boom. But how can we ensure the data is relevant – and convince companies of its importance?
The Banker names BNP Paribas Most Innovative Investment Bank of 2019

The Banker names BNP Paribas Most Innovative Investment Bank of 2019

The Banker awards BNP Paribas its top prize – alongside recognition for innovation in the Bonds and Climate Change and Sustainability categories.
BNP Paribas named Custodian of the Year 2019

BNP Paribas named Custodian of the Year 2019

In recognition for its innovative approach to data management and full suite of business scope, BNP Paribas is awarded Asia Risk's Custodian of the Year 2019...
The next generation of FX algos: pushing the limits of digital trading

The next generation of FX algos: pushing the limits of digital trading

Asif Razaq, Global Head of FX Automated Client Execution, talks to FX Algo News about BNP Paribas' 4th generation algo suite. "Insight Live",...
Renewable energy: good for the environment – and good economics

Renewable energy: good for the environment – and good economics

It's a tough road ahead for the oil industry as the rise of electric vehicles makes solar and wind better long-term investments, according to latest BNP Paribas...
Greener Seas: Financial solutions to cut sulphur emissions

Greener Seas: Financial solutions to cut sulphur emissions

The global shipping industry is making waves as it quickly approaches the turning point of a new decade with its commitment to tackling climate change.
Why now is the time for digital corporate banking

Why now is the time for digital corporate banking

Thierry Bujon de l'Estang, Head of CIB's Digital Banking for Clients, offers his thoughts on the digital landscape, the future of banking and Centric,...
Easy-peasy: voluntary carbon offsetting made simple with ClimateSeed

Easy-peasy: voluntary carbon offsetting made simple with ClimateSeed

ClimateSeed CEO explains how the carbon-offsetting platform connects businesses with sustainable projects, enabling them to reduce their carbon footprint.
Cybersecurity in the quantum era: “We must prepare for the future”

Cybersecurity in the quantum era: “We must prepare for the future”

Cybersecurity may soon be threatened by advances in quantum computing. We need to prepare for change.
Sydney Airport hits the skies with pioneering sustainable loan

Sydney Airport hits the skies with pioneering sustainable loan

Sydney Airport has closed a landmark sustainability-linked loan, a first for Australia and, at A$1.4bn, the largest in Asia Pacific. With BNP Paribas and ANZ acting...
World Environment Day: tackling air pollution

World Environment Day: tackling air pollution

The 2019 World Environment Day focuses on improving air quality, with #BeatAirPollution as its theme. BNP Paribas is moving forward with clean air technologies,...
The Business Case for Sustainable Finance

The Business Case for Sustainable Finance

Should sustainable finance not just be business as usual? In India, business and development leaders discuss the question of whether sustainable development should...
Sustainable mobility: BNP Paribas an official partner at Movin’On 2019

Sustainable mobility: BNP Paribas an official partner at Movin’On 2019

Movin'On, the World Summit on Sustainable Mobility, focuses on "solutions for multimodal ecosystems" – and BNP Paribas is once again a partner.
“Smart cities need a collaborative approach”: French Mobility leader

“Smart cities need a collaborative approach”: French Mobility leader

Smart cities and smart mobility are transforming the urban space, triggering the need to rethink public services.
A new model for financing public housing?

A new model for financing public housing?

The lower the unemployment among residents, the lower the loan costs: UK housing association L&Q spearheads a new way to think about financing.
Come with the wind: Taiwan leads Asia’s shift to a low-carbon economy

Come with the wind: Taiwan leads Asia’s shift to a low-carbon economy

Taiwan's first-ever offshore wind farm is garnering great interest in green energy and paves the way for similar projects across Asia Pacific...
Harnessing the power of AI in India

Harnessing the power of AI in India

'AI is one technology where India can fully leverage its people': businesses in India are bullish on AI, but to boost its potential we must also consider the role...
Pioneering digital change: BNP Paribas named in Digital FX Awards

Pioneering digital change: BNP Paribas named in Digital FX Awards

Recognition for BNP Paribas' pioneering work in next generation algo execution and workflow integration at Profit and Loss' 2019 awards.
Doughnut economics: superfood for finance?

Doughnut economics: superfood for finance?

Meeting the needs of all people while living within the means of our planet is the greatest challenge of the 21st century. Kate Raworth looks at the obstacles ahead...
Asia's appetite for meat and climate control: what next?

Asia's appetite for meat and climate control: what next?

Despite profound changes and a shift in attitude towards a meatless future, meat remains the leading hidden culprit of climate change.
BNP Paribas and Millennium Global Investments (MGI) launch AI FX Index

BNP Paribas and Millennium Global Investments (MGI) launch AI FX Index

BNP Paribas announced the launch of the BNP Paribas MGI Systematic Currency Alpha Index using artificial intelligence through machine learning
Reinventing India as an innovation nation

Reinventing India as an innovation nation

India is a force to reckon with in startups and technology, but leaders seek clarity on the government's role in fostering innovation in Indian businesses.
How can Social Impact Bonds Help Veterans Return to Work?

How can Social Impact Bonds Help Veterans Return to Work?

Veterans CARE, a Pay for Success project that aims to improve employment outcomes for US veterans with PTSD, shows how finance can bring together public and private...
BNP Paribas named Energy Risk Asia’s Derivatives House of the Year

BNP Paribas named Energy Risk Asia’s Derivatives House of the Year

BNP Paribas wins recognition for expanding presence in Asian commodities and focus on bespoke solutions.
BNP Paribas named Derivatives House of the Year 2019 by Risk.net

BNP Paribas named Derivatives House of the Year 2019 by Risk.net

A winning night for BNP Paribas Global Markets, which takes home four major derivatives awards
Powering ahead on sustainability to achieve sustainable development

Powering ahead on sustainability to achieve sustainable development

Arunma Oteh, Treasurer of the World Bank, speaks about the importance of Sustainability from BNP Paribas' offices.
China eyes role as world’s power supplier

China eyes role as world’s power supplier

Beijing promotes global electricity network to absorb huge power surpluses.
Kickstarting climate finance into financial markets

Kickstarting climate finance into financial markets

Earlier this month BNP Paribas sustainable finance teams' participated in the Climate KIC Mission Innovation summit in Dublin.
Impact banking: TLFF – a rubber revolution takes shape in Indonesia

Impact banking: TLFF – a rubber revolution takes shape in Indonesia

Tropical Landscapes Finance Facility aims to transform lives and environments. It all starts with a rubber plantation in Sumatra.
Grand vision for India’s smart cities is slowly taking shape

Grand vision for India’s smart cities is slowly taking shape

The new Amaravati billed as India's most cutting-edge city.
Journeys to Treasury 2018-19: The digital treasury in practice

Journeys to Treasury 2018-19: The digital treasury in practice

The 2018-19 Journeys to Treasury report explores the current and future issues shaping the treasury landscape.
Double winner in Global Capital 2018 Derivatives Awards

Double winner in Global Capital 2018 Derivatives Awards

BNP Paribas wins Research & Strategy and Credit Derivatives House of the Year.
BNP Paribas named Commodities Derivatives House of the Year 2018

BNP Paribas named Commodities Derivatives House of the Year 2018

The latest win reaffirms BNP Paribas' strength in commodity hedging.
Equity derivatives expertise recognised by The Banker magazine

Equity derivatives expertise recognised by The Banker magazine

BNP Paribas reaffirms its position as a leader in equity derivatives with two awards from The Banker magazine.
#PositiveBanking

#PositiveBanking

BNP Paribas has been named the "World's Best Bank for Sustainable Finance" by Euromoney
A workout that strengthens client relationships

A workout that strengthens client relationships

In a changing world, workouts strengthen more than just your physique. An exciting new trend sees business meetings moving out of the office into the gym.
Are electric vehicles really the future of the car industry?

Are electric vehicles really the future of the car industry?

EVs can certainly have a salutary impact on our planet, but are they really set to dominate road transport? What needs to happen for this to become reality?
Empowering Transformation with Technology

Empowering Transformation with Technology

BNP Paribas discusses its role and responsibilities, and how banks can help drive forward the allocation of resources to purposeful causes.
In a changing world, sustainability reaps rewards

In a changing world, sustainability reaps rewards

A new generation of sustainability-linked loans is reshaping the market, putting more companies' green goals within reach.
Making of a leader: Delving into promising minds

Making of a leader: Delving into promising minds

Forbes India decodes how young scions are steering old and new businesses.
BNP Paribas invests in NLP Specialists Digital Reasoning

BNP Paribas invests in NLP Specialists Digital Reasoning

Natural Language Processing is at the forefront of developments in AI, and is set to boost the digital capabilities of the banking industry.
Pressing for progress on International Women’s Day

Pressing for progress on International Women’s Day

BNP Paribas celebrated IWD 2018 with a series of engaging events across The Americas, EMEA and APAC, including a commitment to the UN HeforShe partnership.
Globalisation 2.0

Globalisation 2.0

Globalisation 2.0 is creating a revolution in ideas and perspectives, explains Professor Ian Goldin of Oxford University.
Breaking Boundaries: how AI is transforming banking

Breaking Boundaries: how AI is transforming banking

What does AI mean for banking? Why will it impact everyday investors? Some of the world's best minds came together at an event sponsored by BNP Paribas.
Agility, organisations and the future of work

Agility, organisations and the future of work

From millennials to baby boomers, agile working is re-sculpting offices, attitudes, and work cultures.
Innovative financing to support french SMEs and midcaps

Innovative financing to support french SMEs and midcaps

EIB Group and BNP Paribas Group step up their support towards companies through innovative financing.
Innovation, Technology and the Future of Work: Web Summit 2017

Innovation, Technology and the Future of Work: Web Summit 2017

In Lisbon, CIB talks about the importance of education, technology and diversity, and the need for innovation to harness the power of digital.
Smart Working, Smart Banking, Smart Financing

Smart Working, Smart Banking, Smart Financing

How should firms find smart solutions to old problems? An expression of co-creation and tech, Smart-f shows the upside of smart thinking and agile working.
Atypical profilers against cybercrime

Atypical profilers against cybercrime

In a changing world Aspertise leverages on the cognitive abilities of talented developers with Asperger syndrome to provide technology solutions.
Co-designing success, one client at a time

Co-designing success, one client at a time

Sucafina, Panini and Institut Karité explain the power of co-design for corporates, and how it embeds a deeper level of trust with their banking partners.
Why co-creation matters

Why co-creation matters

Innovate! Collaborate! Co-create! Such words are entering the corporate vernacular with greater frequency. What do they mean? And why are they necessary?
Next generation digital experience: a new breed of client

Next generation digital experience: a new breed of client

Paud O'Keeffe, Head of Innovation at BNP Paribas Securities Services in Dublin, looks at young people's digital experience
How are start-ups transforming banking?

How are start-ups transforming banking?

Three start-ups – Collaborne, QEDit and ASPertise – talked to BNP Paribas about their goals, their dreams and the future of banking at VivaTech 2017.
Leadership and teamwork - lessons from tennis

Leadership and teamwork - lessons from tennis

Greg Rusedski, former British number one tennis player shares his insights about what makes a great leader and team.
Co-creation, clients and blockchain: MyCollat

Co-creation, clients and blockchain: MyCollat

Onerous paper-based reconciliation processes have long posed a challenge to clients and banks. How might co-creation and fintech provide the answer?
Artificial intelligence: the vision, the reality and the opportunities

Artificial intelligence: the vision, the reality and the opportunities

Long exerting a powerful grip on our imagination, AI is now a reality and the opportunities are tremendous. What should companies focus on?
BNP Paribas partners with &quote;Movin'On by Michelin&quote; Conference

BNP Paribas partners with "Movin'On by Michelin" Conference

BNP Paribas reaffirms its commitment to sustainable mobility by partnering with "Movin'On by Michelin" conference, held in Montreal.
On the road again

On the road again

Innovation "anytime, anywhere" treasury, and cybercrime are changing the corporate treasury landscape and the road ahead.
Big companies and startups: from hackathon to platform economy

Big companies and startups: from hackathon to platform economy

The networks of big companies and startups have never been so interconnected. How are they evolving and how will they work together in the future?
BNP Paribas International Hackathon 2016

BNP Paribas International Hackathon 2016

Startup co-creation: streamlining the customer journey
Innovation Through Client Collaboration

Innovation Through Client Collaboration

Philippe Denis, CDO at BNP Paribas Securities Services, highlights different examples of co-development led by the bank jointly with the clients.
Working capital optimisation, co-development by nature

Working capital optimisation, co-development by nature

How working capital metrics can be improved through a collaborative business approach.

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