Legal & Regulatory

Unicredit to re-list HVB shares in the bourse

After delisting the HVB shares in 2008, Unicredit is relisting its German units shareholders. Unicredit is studying to list a minority stake in its German unit, HVB.


Japan studies private sector management of foreign exchange funds

Japan, stretched to the limit because of the increase in foreign exchange funds, is studying to have the private sector manage the funds.

Swiss National Bank continues protection of the franc

According to SNB President Thomas Jordan, protecting the Swiss franc is imperative for economic health.

Airport modernization imperative in India

According to a study, airport modernization programs are necessary to improve services. According to the study conducted by the aviation consultancy firm CAPA in partnership woth aviation IT solutions provider SITA, special provisions such as WiFi inflight, use of mobile devices, self-check in areas, biometrics and e-Passports should be implented in the new airports in India.


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