Monaco reaffirms commitment to anti-money laundering strategy amid ongoing FATF scrutiny

Monaco; the marina and at the centre the Yacht Club de Monaco
Good Morning Monaco

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

Monaco reaffirms commitment to anti-money laundering strategy amid ongoing FATF scrutiny Monaco has taken a decisive step forward in its fight against financial crime as the Coordination and Monitoring Committee overseeing the national anti-money laundering strategy convened its first official session on Monday, April 7…

Prince Albert II urges unity and youth diplomacy at MEDMUN in Monaco His...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/09/monaco-reaffirms-commitment-to-anti-money-laundering-strategy-amid-ongoing-fatf-scrutiny/

Market update: Hopes for trade negotiations and bargain hunting help stocks stage rebound.

Susannah Streeter
  • FTSE 100 hangs onto gains, helped by a rebound on Wall Street.
  • Hopes for trade negotiations send relief through markets.
  • Bargain hunters dive in to pick up battered stocks.
  • Gold regains lustre as a safe-haven asset after recent falls.

Susannah Streeter, head of money and markets, Hargreaves Lansdown:

‘’With hints of negotiations in the air, relief has flooded through financial markets, with the FTSE 100 rebounding from a chunk of yesterday’s losses. Investors have taken the...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/08/market-update-hopes-for-trade-negotiations-and-bargain-hunting-help-stocks-stage-rebound/

Market Report: stocks stage a mini rebound, but trade tensions remain high

  • European markets open higher, Japan surges on trade optimism
  • US markets stage an intra-day rebound, volatility remains high
  • Gold price rise after closing in on a four-week low
  • Oil prices find a floor
  • How investors should deal with volatility

Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown:

“Investors are waking up to a positive sight for once, with markets opening higher across a broad range of European indices and the FTSE 100 up 0.9% at the open. However, this should hardly be seen...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/08/market-report-stocks-stage-a-mini-rebound-but-trade-tensions-remain-high/

It’s GIWA time!

Sofia Konstantopoulou

As the Founder of the Greek International Women Awards, it is with great excitement that I announce the opening of applications for this year’s edition. The journey of building a stronger, more inclusive shipping industry is a personal mission for me, and these awards stand as a testament to the incredible women whose contributions continue to shape the future of the industry. But more than just recognizing achievements, this year’s awards are about inspiring one another,...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/07/its-giwa-time/

HCOB white paper: Green hydrogen – Is tomorrow’s energy source bankable?

  • Europe’s growing demand requires a clear framework for financing
  • Green hydrogen could be a solution for industries where decarbonization is difficult

HAMBURG – In its recently published white paper, Hamburg Commercial Bank (HCOB) explores“Green Hydrogen: Is tomorrow’s energy source bankable?” and considers the prospects for green hydrogen and the conditions that need to be met to make hydrogen projects bankable. “Green hydrogen will play an important role in the transition to a low-carbon...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/07/hcob-white-paper-green-hydrogen-is-tomorrows-energy-source-bankable/

Bank of Greece presents the 2025 Numismatic Program

The Bank of Greece held a very successful event to present the 2025 Numismatic Program, which includes collector coins dedicated to leading figures and historical facts. This year’s program is dedicated to Mikis Theodorakis, ancient Greek scientists such as Eratosthenes and Ptolemy with his astrolabe, historical facts and events of the Greek Revolution and the internationally renowned sculptor Takis.

The issuance of the collector coin “100 Years since the Birth of the Sculptor Takis” was...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/04/bank-of-greece-presents-the-2025-numismatic-program/

Market Report: Stocks fall further as global game of tariff chess gathers pace

Derren Nathan
  • FTSE 100 and European futures down
  • US Stocks see worst drop in 5 years
  • US treasury yields at 7-month highs
  • Japan promises bold and speedy response to US tariffs
  • EU trade commissioner in talks with Washington today
  • 3-year low for Brent Crude at around $69.5 per barrel

Derren Nathan, head of equity research Hargreaves Lansdown:

“Despite months of sabre-rattling by Donald Trump, markets appear to have been unprepared for the depth and breadth of tariffs announced by the White House....

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/04/market-report-stocks-fall-further-as-global-game-of-tariff-chess-gathers-pace/

Look ahead to FTSE 350, other companies reporting & economic events from 7 – 11 April 2025

  • JD Sports laying out its stall for 2026 and beyond
  • Tesco looking to gain more market share

JD Sports, Q4 Trading Statement, Wednesday 9 April
Aarin Chiekrie, equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown
“JD Sports has had a tough time of late. The sports fashion retailer has been holding firmer on pricing than many of its peers who have leaned into promotional activity to help clear inventory. While that’s protecting margins a little, profits and cash flows are still getting hurt. Management previously...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/03/look-ahead-to-ftse-350-other-companies-reporting-economic-events-from-7-11-april-2025/

Market Report: global markets tumble after Trump’s tariff storm

Matt Britzman,
  • US tariffs move to levels not seen in over 100 years
  • UK gets dealt a better hand, but stocks still drop
  • Gold sees fresh demand as investors take risk off the table
  • Oil prices fall on global growth concerns

Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst, Hargreaves Lansdown:

“Trump’s bold attempt to reshape international trade has sent shockwaves through global markets. The effects of ‘Liberation Day’ are being felt far and wide, with Asian markets down overnight, European stocks under...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/03/market-report-global-markets-tumble-after-trumps-tariff-storm/

Brutal round of trade top Trumps sends shivers through global markets

Susannah Streeter
  • S&P Futures fall 1.7% as blanket tariffs are imposed on US trading partners.
  • 10% will be the baseline with higher duties of 20% imposed on the EU, while countries in Asia face even steeper tariffs, with China facing levies of 34%.
  • UK appears to have been dealt a better hand but economy will feel the effects of global trade turmoil.
  • Investors should keep their eye on long-term horizons and ensure they are well diversified amid the volatility.

Susannah Streeter, head of money...

https://allaboutshipping.co.uk/2025/04/02/brutal-round-of-trade-top-trumps-sends-shivers-through-global-markets/