Issue 29 • May 2024

Groupe BPCE's takeover of SGEF signals bold moves in European leasing

Acquisition presents both opportunities and challenges, including network consolidation, synergy exploitation, and cultural integration.

Briefing

SocGen to divest SGEF to BPCE for €1.1bn

In Depth

Israel's car sector stays strong amid leasing downturn during conflict

Interview

SmartFinance Hub from behind the shadows: Q&A with Katrin Herrling

Feature

Investec’s 5 megatrends in materials handling financing

Thematic Take

Cloud in pharma