Press Releases

Turnover in Bank Relationship Managers Contributing to High “Switching” Rates Among Small Businesses and Mid-Sized Companies

December 1, 2014

U.S. small businesses and mid-sized companies are not being shy about cutting ties with existing banks in favor of new providers offering better pricing, capabilities and service, according to a new Greenwich Market Pulse, U.S. Companies Bullish About Business Prospects and Willing to Change Their Banking Providers, from Greenwich Associates.

Commission Pool For European Equities Remains Challenged While Electronic Trading Continues To Grow

November 24, 2014

Brokers facing the challenges of reduced trading revenues in European equities and new regulatory initiatives are also under pressure from the continued migration of trading business to lower-margin electronic execution.

Small and Mid-sized Companies Share Bullish Expectations for Revenues, Profits and Hiring

November 20, 2014

New research from Greenwich Associates shows that U.S. small businesses and mid-sized companies are gearing up to hire new employees in anticipation of revenue and profit growth.

Big Four Canadian Banks Dominate Investment Banking, Target Growth in Cross-Border Cash Management

November 19, 2014

Canada’s biggest banks retained their tight grip on the mergers & acquisitions and equity capital markets business of the country’s largest companies last year.

U.S. Trade Finance Business Remains Concentrated With Top 5 Banks

November 19, 2014

The U.S. trade finance market is highly concentrated, with a trio of providers maintaining a commanding position and the vast bulk of business held by a group of just five banks.

Bank Brands at Peak Strength Among U.S. Small Businesses and Mid-sized Companies

November 18, 2014

When it comes to their reputation among U.S. companies, banks are riding high.

U.S. Institutions Increasing Investments in Real Assets

November 10, 2014

U.S. institutions are increasing their investments in real assets like real estate, infrastructure, farmland, timber, and precious metals, according to a new study from Greenwich Associates and Cohen & Steers, a leading global asset manager focused on real assets.

European Fixed-Income Dealers Narrowing Coverage

November 5, 2014

The European fixed-income market continues its transformation as banks implement new and more focused strategies aimed at maximizing profitability.

Basel III Capital Rules Make U.S. Banks More Selective in Lending and Cash Management

November 4, 2014

Steep increases in capital costs driven by new reserve requirements are forcing banks to discriminate in their allocation of capital to companies with the most potential in terms of overall, long-term profitability.

The Rollercoaster Continues, Greenwich Leaders Stay the Course

November 3, 2014

Announcing the 2014 Share and Quality Leaders in Emerging Markets Equity Brokerage