Macro and markets

What elements is China putting in place to build a complete renminbi financial ecosystem? And what does this mean for European corporates? flow summarises the latest findings from Deutsche Bank Research

While export credit agency (ECA) guarantees play a vital part in keeping trade moving, government priorities are now turning to more active deal origination and financing supplies of critical commodities – and defence. flow correspondent Clarissa Dann provides an update on the ECA market

Artificial intelligence (AI) and the fallout from the Middle East conflict are the two forces currently defining the global economy. Drawing on Deutsche Bank Research’s mid-year outlook, flow reports on how this is impacting GDP growth in different regions

The commodity finance community gathered at TXF Amsterdam 2026 to examine how recent events in the Middle East have impacted the trading, producing and financing of key commodities. flow’s Clarissa Dann reveals how traders are diversifying their funding sources and strategically utilising their facilities

With a negotiated settlement to end the war in Iran not as yet confirmed, what does this mean for global trade with energy prices at current levels? flow’s Clarissa Dann examines insights from Deutsche Bank Research and key international agencies and reflects on what this means for trade finance demand

How will this latest Iran oil shock impact the global economy, and what does this mean for ramping up Europe’s competitiveness? flow’s Clarissa Dann shares geopolitical insights from expert speakers at the 3–5 March 2026 BAFT Europe Forum

One year on from Germany’s radical loosening of the so-called debt brake that released €500bn to enhance defence capabilities and modernise infrastructure, all eyes are on how the borrowing is translating into actual investment and economic growth. flow’s Clarissa Dann provides an update, drawing on Deutsche Bank Research insights.