ESG backlash gathers pace The recent statement by the CEO of one of the world’s largest asset managers that henceforth he would stop using the ‘weaponized’ term ‘ESG’ is clearly a consequence of a backlash against ESG investing that has been building for years. The issue of environmental, social, and
Credit cycle on the turn “Higher for longer” is a mantra with which observers of the global interest rate regime have been familiar with for some time. As central banks worldwide remain resolved to stay the course of rate rises to counter obstinate inflation, so the effects of ‘normalized’ rates are beginning to bite
What are ferrous metals? Supply and demand, trading, and hedging explained A ferrous metal is any opaque, fusible, ductile, and lustrous substance that is a good conductor of electricity and heat, forms cations by loss of electrons, and yields basic oxides and hydroxides; especially one that is a chemical element as distinguished from an
What are petrochemicals? Petrochemicals – sometimes abbreviated as "petchems" – are a set of chemical compounds that fuel a wide array of products that are integral to modern economies and societies. A petrochemical, in the strictest sense, refers to a chemical manufactured or derived from crude oil and natural gas, as distinct from fuels. Petrochemicals,
What are the different types of commodities? Commodities – and the markets where they are traded – are vital to the proper functioning of a modern economy. This article describes the different commodity groups that are bought and sold globally. Commodities are omnipresent in everyday life, from the food we eat to the homes we
Crude oil explained: What it is and its characteristics Despite the growth in sustainability concerns and the emergence of renewable energy and other green initiatives, crude oil remains central to the functioning of modern economies. It continues to hold the largest share of the world's energy mix and powers most forms of transport through
Gold: Demand, supply, and price explored A precious metal is a rare metallic chemical element of high, durable economic value. Precious metals are very malleable, highly resistant to corrosion, excellent reflectors of light, and very conductive to heat and electricity. Precious metals were historically important as currency but are now primarily regarded as investment and
Where will medical affairs create the most industry value? Through our engagement with clients, new business consultations, and SMEs, we at Intuition are constantly learning about how Medical Affairs (MA) continues to evolve and refine the industry’s approach to some of its most critical scientific manufacturing and communication processes. A recent publication by GOLD highlighted
Open banking – A global perspective It is more than a decade since open banking arrived on the scene to a reluctant banking sector. That is just one reason why it has yet to reach its potential but it is in less developed markets where its impact promises to be revolutionary. Open banking
CBDCs – Moving forward (slowly)Central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) have been characterized as a solution in search of a problem, but central banks seem resolute in their ultimate adoption, in spite of implied threats to commercial banks and financial stability. According to the Atlantic Council there are now 105 countries whose central banks’ are actively
