The annual meeting of AMF Italia, the association of banks, investment firms, and markets, was held in Milan. The meeting focused on geopolitics and the competitiveness of the financial system. Enrico Letta delivered a speech.
Between million-dollar auctions, works kept in vaults and the global market, the risk is that the economic value ends up overshadowing the cultural one.
In the May episode of his podcast, the Kairos Partners SGR strategist analyzes the market situation, including investor errors and bubble suspicions. Or is the bubble already about to end?
Studitalia has completed two new acquisitions, surpassing €27 million in revenue thanks to Spaggiari-Pivetti and Merchants Square Professionisti Associati. The group led by Dario Mazzolini consolidates its growth with Milano Capital.
In recent years, the luxury sector has undergone a profound transformation that is redefining its nature, values, and management models. The traditional idea of luxury, founded on exclusivity, craftsmanship, and above all, the creative vision of its founders, today appears increasingly…
Richemont and the Damiani Group, a prestigious Italian family-owned group operating globally in the luxury sector, announce that they have signed an agreement for the Damiani Group to acquire full ownership of the Baume & Mercier specialty watch brand…
Intesa Sanpaolo and Unione Industriali Torino's 2026 Financial Outlook depicts a slowing economy driven by geopolitics and energy. Investments, green transition, M&A, and competitiveness are the priorities for Italian businesses.
After sixty years at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett is passing the baton to Greg Abel, who is called upon to lead a financial empire worth over $1.200 trillion and to take on the impressive legacy of one of the most influential investors in the world.
In recent decades, contemporary art has acquired unprecedented economic significance, taking on a role similar to that of financial investments. Works by contemporary artists are purchased not only for their aesthetic and cultural value, but also as assets...
This analysis explores how external communications and relations are a necessary path to building trust, consolidating financial value and ensuring the sustainable growth of organizations in the future.
Mbs Consulting, a Cerved Group company, has appointed Antonio Serrapica as its new Head of Insurance and Senior Partner, strengthening its insurance practice.
In recent years, art advisory has assumed a central role in the strategies of financial institutions operating in private banking and wealth management.
Here's what the "extended labor cost" is, the index that has been threatening the transfer market of Lazio, Napoli, Atalanta, Fiorentina, Torino and Genoa since January.
The 17th edition of the Deloitte Private Art & Finance Conference, an international event bringing together experts in private banking, family offices, art, culture, innovation, and more, was held on November 4th at Citi's global headquarters in New York.
The relationship between art and money is as old as art itself. Since its origins, artistic production has been intertwined with the economic, social, and political mechanisms of its time.
A moving farewell letter from the Oracle of Omaha. Buffett is the tenth richest man in the world, with a net worth of nearly $150 billion, partly earmarked for philanthropic projects, accumulated thanks to an investment method that has…
Never before has absolute uncertainty reigned like in these times, but tomorrow on FIRSTonline, Galimberti and Paolazzi's Economics Lancets will shed light on many of the problems on the table, answering the most current questions.
The "creative crisis" arises from the balance between economic security, tradition and innovation, while the increase in prices without novelties frustrates consumers looking for exclusivity
After years of strong expansion, in the two-year period 2024-2025 the luxury sector is experiencing a widespread slowdown, the result of various factors but there are also risky market maneuvers that should be avoided
The challenge of the tech future is not only technical or economic, but profoundly humanistic and ethical: knowing how to use powerful tools without losing sight of collective dignity, well-being and security.
A system that combines art management and finance, allowing collectors, galleries, and investors to treat artworks as true assets. The idea is to move beyond the mere notion of art as a passion or a collectible, introducing typical financial tools: diversification, valuation, etc.
The independent Mediobanca we knew until today no longer exists because its conquest by MPS was not a market operation but a power operation, mortgaged by the government's role as a player, as had also happened…
A change we're increasingly seeing is the presence of art foundations becoming central players in cultural production, often more agile and visionary than state museums. And with all this, their influence on the market is growing...
He had been deputy director of "Il Sole 24 Ore" and editorialist of "La Stampa" and a valued interlocutor of the Governors of the Bank of Italy from Guido Carli onwards
With the advent of the age of technology, innovation, and sustainability, the role of financial partners in promoting new artistic projects is becoming increasingly important. Banks and financial institutions are assuming an increasingly strategic role in the art world, and this could be very…
Intesa Sanpaolo has been recognized as the best European financial institution for relations with financial analysts and investors in the 2025 IR Impact Panel ranking. The award, given in London, confirms the excellence of the Investor Relations team led by Marco Delfrate and…
The solution designed for the efficient management of liquidity in bankruptcy proceedings: zero costs and expenses, remuneration on free and restricted stock
Ralph Lauren Corporation announced that it has approved the appointment of Angela Ahrendts as its new lead independent director at its 2025 annual meeting of shareholders.
The US Senate has approved the Genius Act, the first federal law dedicated to regulating stablecoins. Amazon and Walmart are studying their digital currency: here's what could change the world of finance
Family office investors favor "passion assets" in volatile times. Latest research shows that profit potential can be as important as personal passion when investing in luxury goods like watches
The event “MISSIONE AI E FINANZA – Banche e Assicurazioni alla sfida dell'innovazione” (MISSIONE AI E FINANZA – Banks and Insurance Companies facing the challenge of innovation), promoted by NewsMondo.it and hosted at the historic Palazzo Partanna, headquarters of Confindustria Napoli, ended successfully
What is the real state of health of Italian savings and wealth? A book edited by Riccardo De Bonis, Luigi Infante and Enrico Saltari with a preface by the former Governor of the Bank of Italy, Ignazio Visco, tells it very clearly…
Venice is a fascinating city but in crisis, between problems of overpopulation, uncontrolled tourism and administrative difficulties. It is urgent to intervene to preserve its identity and sustainability even if the ruling class does not shine for foresight
In a time of social change, where different themes intersect with each other, from technology to the environment, to the importance of the new needs of a territory, from generational change to international development, the importance of building the corporate image and strengthening the credibility of the…
We have received and are publishing the following press release issued by Cdp. Cassa Depositi e Prestiti (CDP) and the Islamic Development Bank Group (IsDB Group) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the first collaboration initiative between the two financial institutions. The agreement, signed at the headquarters…
On Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Italian Stock Exchange, there will be a discussion on financial training for young talents. In memory of Massimo Lo Cicero, scholarships will be awarded and the successes of the UniVertis Master will be presented
Consob highlights the dangers of gamification of investments and the importance of transparent communication to protect savers. The GameStop case highlights the risks associated with false free offers and finfluencers
The Economist reports that the number of Latin Americans with bank accounts is growing twice as fast as the world average, but 26% of them still don't have one: "The pandemic has accelerated financial inclusion and Brazil is a champion…
Thursday at 17pm at the Dante Alighieri in Rome (Piazza di Firenze 27) FIRSTonline and REF RICERCHE in collaboration with Allianz Bank Financial Advisors present Guida alla finanza - L'educazione finanziari alla responsabilità di tutti. The event program
Do we want to talk about the art market in the most modern concept? That is, when everything changed and from a simple exchange between supply and demand in a purely collecting context it became a key financial resource where art takes on a role as an alternative asset class to…
The recent survey conducted by UBS, called the UBS Billionaire Ambitions Report, traced the wealth of more than 2.500 billionaires in the Americas, EMEA and APAC, focusing on the last 10 years.
European stock markets close the week without momentum before the Christmas holidays. Wall Street also does not shine, with the confidence index falling below expectations. At Piazza Affari, Amplifon stands out - Follow the LIVE
Europe starts weak, mid-session Milan also turns down, but the banking sector is on the rise. Stellantis and cars down. Bitcoin's run does not stop, exceeding 106 thousand dollars - Follow the…
At the OECD Forum, speeches by, among others, Signorini, DG of Bankitalia, and Sironi, President of Generali. The former emphasized the need for greater inclusion in the merit of digital technology; the latter insisted on the importance of partnerships…
"Risk Academy" begins on October 15th, a training project for finance and risk management students promoted by the University of Florence, Banca Cambiano and Cabel Industry. Particular attention will be given to ESG standards and artificial intelligence
The growth of the American economy and the drop in inflation in Europe give hope for a positive autumn. But on the other front there are the American Presidential elections and the wars that sow uncertainty and fear. Tomorrow on FIRSTonline the Lancette dell'economia di…
Inter are recording signs of economic stability and operating profit, while Juventus are facing their seventh consecutive budget in the red, with losses estimated at around 200 million euros. The two football rivals, also competing off the pitch, are facing prospects…
The contemporary art market is facing unprecedented challenges due to saturation and rampant speculation. An excess of supply has diluted demand and forced resale values down. What is the future?
The number of families that choose a Family Office to manage their assets, especially due to generational change, has risen to 219. And it is within these realities that the figure of an Advisor is increasingly emerging…
What is happening to the art market? Crisis or general economic weakness? The "freezing" situation in the art market and other luxury goods is a reflection of the economic crisis in China and conflicts between countries. They weigh…
With the recent purchase of Prelios, Andrea Pignataro's Ion effectively kicks off the risk between companies that manage data and translate it into financial services. Playing ahead of the new directive coming soon. With many…
The bank was born from the reverse merger of Tyche with the historic Messina bank Banca di Credito Peloritano. Enrico Rossetti is the president, Bruno Messina the general director and Francesco De Marco the deputy general director
Consob recently closed another 6 websites that offered financial services abusively, bringing the total to 1.110 sites blocked since 2019. Financial abusiveness refers to illegal or unauthorized practices in the investment sector, which…
Assonime presented a document containing proposals for reform of the Consolidated Finance Act (TUF) with the aim of increasing the competitiveness of the Italian capital market and facilitating access to the market by companies. The proposals aim to simplify…
GE Aerospace abandons the stock markets in London, Paris and Zurich. The delisting, scheduled for July 18, 2024, aims to simplify the company structure and reduce costs. Shareholders will have several options for managing their shares
The event “Industry and finance in dialogue for sustainable development”, organized by the Pesenti Foundation and the Corriere della Sera Foundation in collaboration with Vontobel, highlighted the need for a combination of industry and sustainability to guarantee a future…
The Chinese e-commerce giant Shein is ready to debut on the London Stock Exchange with a 60 billion euro IPO, the largest in recent years. The operation marks a crucial step for the fast fashion giant and represents…
The traditional authentication process of artworks can be overcome with verification services via Fintech blockchain technology. It's not the future because everything has already started! As? We tell it in this article
The exhibition, which offers an evocative preview of the future Museum of Money - Bank of Italy (MUDEM), offers a journey to discover the main events that have characterized the history of money and finance, from ancient Mesopotamia to the twentieth century
There is a lot of talk about technology and electronic money up to cryptocurrency but few know the history of the banknote and who introduced it: the economist John Law
The new room at the Savings Museum offers works by great masters such as Rubens and Brughel which lead back through pictorial iconography to the theme of savings
The delivery ceremony took place in the Aula Magna of the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart of Milan, with the participation of academic speakers and Fideuram-Ispb managers
The Nasdaq, the technology stock index of the US stock exchange, turns 53. From a starting value of 100 points to a record of over 16 thousand points in 2021. The debut and history of the index that brings together the major companies…
Financial culture is uneven, with greater knowledge among students, men and residents of the North. Financial habits reflect attention to daily expenses, but a low propensity for future planning: here are the results of the Bank of Italy survey
If the current world of Italian finance is better than that of sixty years ago, no small part of the credit goes to Attilio Ventura, who passed away a few days ago. In the photo with his friend Alberto Foglia at the Ceresio investors headquarters
In the fifth episode of Guide to Finance published on FIRSTonline and created by REF Ricerche in collaboration with Allianz Bank Financial Advisors, Ilaria Fornari - Phd Strategist of Euromobiliare Advisory Sim - explains how to optimize the allocation of savings over time...
The survey by Intesa Sanpaolo and AICCON revealed that social enterprises and cooperatives are satisfied with the relationship with banks but ask for more support for training and innovation
Second episode, published in 16 languages, of the FIRSTonline and REF Research Guide to Finance with the collaboration of Allianz Bank Financial Advisors - The financial economy has grown more than the real economy: a graph clarifies everything. Finance is essential in…
As part of the Edufin month, with the intervention of Magda Bianco, head of the Customer Protection and Financial Education Department of the Bank of Italy, the bimonthly publication in 16 languages of the Financial Guide, created by REF Ricerche with…
The Financial Guide created by FIRSTonline and REF Ricerche with the collaboration of Allianz Bank will debut on the web on Saturday 7 October. It will be made up of 24 short articles, easy to read and accompanied by a graph that will help you understand…
FIRSTonline and Ref Ricerche in collaboration with Allianz Bank are launching a new financial and social security education and training initiative on the web from 7 October
The Chinese real estate giant Country Garden has suspended payments and its title is worth zero - It is much more than a default - Spotlights of the Stock Exchange on banks and Telecom
Beccali will assume the position starting from XNUMX September - The appointment follows the agreement for the exit of the current CFO Agostino Scornajenchi
Who decides that a profit counts as extra? The failures of the surprising surcharge on banks go far beyond stock market reactions and undermine the credibility of the entire financial system and of the country itself
Presented the Football Report 2023 of the Football Federation. In the 21-22 season the top 100 Italian clubs lost 3,3 million per day on average. The debt of professional football is 5,6 billion. Here is all the data
Tamburi Investment Partners has created a club deal to acquire an additional 20% of Investindesign, a company that owns approximately 47% of IDB. The purchase of the participation will be carried out by Club Design Srl, an investee of Tip
Are company shares counted or weighed? If the principle of multiple voting passes under discussion in the Senate, we could go back to Cuccia's times by questioning the balance of command of the large groups of capitalism...
Nobody knows exactly where artificial intelligence will take us but one thing is certain: without rules there will be trouble. Especially in view of the upcoming elections in the US, as the financier Soros recalls
DLT technology was the protagonist of the seminar of the Assiom-Forex Congress on the role of central banks between innovation of market infrastructures and support for the digital development of the payment and financial industry
INTERVIEW WITH PATRIZIA GRIECO, President of Assonime and Monte dei Paschi - "Assonime intends to promote a project for the systematic review of the TUF" which a commission of experts led by Professor Marchetti will prepare before the summer - The success…
According to a Greenpeace survey, 2022 private jets landed in the Swiss town during the 1040 forum, generating CO2 emissions four times higher than those attributed on average to this type of aircraft in other weeks…
In an imaginary dialogue between Mr. Market and Dr. Freud, a successful protagonist of finance such as Paolo Basilico, former founder of Kairos and then of Samhita, explains in a clear and entertaining way what is happening on the Stock Exchange and how…
It is the second best result in the last five years and, compared to the first quarter of 2021, represents a growth of 35%. There are 54 funding rounds closed.
A bill under discussion in the Senate Finance Committee aims to extend the taxation on financial transactions which today only affects a limited number of transactions
The theme of the volume is a history of credit and finance between the end of the 300s and the beginning of the 500s conducted on the archive of the Paduan family Lion
INTERVIEW WITH GIOVANNI BARONE ADESI, professor of Financial Theory at the Università della Svizzera italiana - "Watch out for the stock exchanges but also for futures on interest rates and gold, palladium and oil"
According to the World Economic Forum's Gender Gap Report 2021, it will take 135 years to close the gap – but the combination of women and finance is the most worrying
Cavallari is the new president of the Parliamentary Budget Office (UPB) - Iossa to the Antitrust and Maccia new investment director of the Lombard Odier bank for Italy
