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E-bikes are taking over our cities

Jun 25, 2015

E-bikes are taking over our cities

By 2023 three times more e-bikes on Europe's streets, +27 per cent across the globe / Largest market for e-bikes is China (85 per cent) / Bike-sharing already an environmentally-friendly alternative for already over 700 cities

Trade barriers: 560 billion dollars' worth of revenue lost

Jun 24, 2015

Trade barriers: 560 billion dollars' worth of revenue lost

The word "protectionism" sounds horribly outdated and very 19th century. Nevertheless, the 800 trade barriers introduced by a number of countries over the last year show that a trend is starting to develop in this connection. Ludovic Subran, Chief Economist at Euler Hermes, reveals the top ten countries for trade barriers and explains the consequences for the economy, comparing the phenomenon with a feast that not everyone is invited to.

Allianz Digital Accelerator: from an exotic species to routine part of day-to-day business

Jun 17, 2015

Allianz Digital Accelerator: from an exotic species to routine part of day-to-day business

Allianz Digital Accelerator: This is where a lot of apps, websites and new business models are being created to bring Allianz into the digital age. Managing Director of Allianz Digital Accelerator Sebastian Sieglerschmidt talks about his freedom to act, Miles and More for safe driving, and the next big thing on the Internet.

Europe’s stock companies in employees‘ hands?

Jun 10, 2015

Europe’s stock companies in employees‘ hands?

Most people have given up any hope of being able to live off their state pension alone. However, regularly investing money in shares is a good way to build up your savings. What is more, entire stock market indices, such as the DAX, MSCI Europe or CAC40, could be in the hands of the working population if they made regular investments. Hans-Jörg Naumer, Head of Capital Markets at Allianz Global Investors, on more sustainable income in old age, and the power of a savings plan.

Of big cars and small parking spaces

Jun 03, 2015

Of big cars and small parking spaces

Dr. Christoph Lauterwasser, Managing Director of the Allianz Center for Technology, talks about big cars, small parking spaces, and what we can do to avoid chipping the paintwork.

Sergio Balbinot reappointed as president of Insurance Europe

May 26, 2015

Sergio Balbinot reappointed as president of Insurance Europe

The general assembly of Insurance Europe has unanimously voted to extend the mandate of Sergio Balbinot as president for a further three years. The mandate of Balbinot had been due to expire in 2015. Balbinot is a member of the management board of Allianz SE, and he is also responsible for southern and western Europe and Africa.

“Discuss without being blinkered”

May 08, 2015

“Discuss without being blinkered”

Over the last four years, the 30 DAX companies were able increase the share of women in leadership positions in Germany - this is also the case for Allianz. Werner Zedelius, Member of the Board of Management of Allianz SE, explains, why Allianz will continue to make an effort in this area.

Manfred Knof new CEO of Allianz Deutschland / Markus Rieß to leave the company

Apr 24, 2015

Leadership change at Allianz Deutschland

Manfred Knof new CEO of Allianz Deutschland / Markus Rieß to leave the company

Rethinking emerging markets

Apr 23, 2015

Rethinking emerging markets

Mohamed A. El-Erian explains, why the concept of an “emerging-markets asset class” may no longer be a sufficiently useful and accurate catch-all classification for investors.

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