Andrew Osterland

Despite recent global convergence in standards, accounting for acquisitions remains tricky—in both the run-up to a deal and its aftermath. This year’s robust M&A activity is keeping finance teams busy.

With fintechs and tech firms competing with banks for knowledgeable finance staff, the global hunt for talent is tougher than ever.

Despite having cash to burn, WeWork turns to the bond markets to raise capital.

Spotify is in the spotlight as its proposed direct listing tests the market for unusual financing. Private companies are watching the outcome—especially as markets turn volatile.

Antiglobalization and rising nationalism are increasing political risks for multinational corporations, yet insurance policies don’t provide the needed coverage.

U.S Trust’s 2016 Wealth and Worth survey of high net worth Americans (those with $3 million or more in assets) revealed a decidedly traditional bent among the country’s wealthiest individuals.

Global Finance’s inaugural Best Private Banks Awards highlight those firms that aim to serve their clients better through the innovative use of technology, new products and service models.

Corporate Cash | Corporate Asset Management
Corporate treasurers, a cautious lot, are taking baby steps to add risk.

Special Report | Private Banking
Offshore banking, the booking and management of assets outside an individual’s country of domicile, has taken a beating since the financial crisis.

Special Report | Private Banking
The pace of global economic growth may have slowed since the financial crisis, but the creation and concentration of private financial wealth has revved up.

The 2015 World’s Best Global Insurers were selected on the basis of responses from more than 1,500 readers of Global Finance from around the world, as well as the expertise of the magazine’s editors and reporters.