At the heart of Europe, Luxembourg has long prided itself on being ahead of the game when it comes to financial services. And securities lending is no exception.
As one of the most advanced securities lending markets in Europe, the Netherlands has faced the downturn better than most. But there鈥檚 still some work to do before it returns to its peak.
Russia鈥檚 enormous potential is being reached more slowly than was first anticipated, and there鈥檚 still work to be done if its securities lending industry is to become a major player on the world stage
The world鈥檚 largest financial market has suffered more than most as a result of the downturn, and its recovery has not been easy. But while confidence builds, regulation looms large
With a well-developed securities lending market, Australia has fared relatively well during the downturn. But it still has some catching up to do if it wants to return to the highs of the past
An exciting and growing market, that is attracting interest both globally and domestically, Brazil has a lot to offer. But it needs to ensure it鈥檚 regulatory and taxation infrastructure is attractive to outsiders
Italy鈥檚 securities lending industry has followed the path of the rest of continental Europe over the past couple of years. But it has a couple of aces up its sleeve.