Risk

The global epidemic has wiped at least $1.5trn off global stock markets in the past week.

Investors seem concerned about an increasingly uncertain world, but capital keeps on pushing into new markets.

The 2019 Infrastructure Investor Hong Kong Summit took place against a backdrop of protests. It’s clear investors are aware of the opportunities that Asia can provide – but many are still wary of the risks involved.

The US engineering company, which reported more than $500m in losses in the second quarter, said it would seek a ‘more balanced’ risk allocation for future projects.

SNC-Lavalin and Skanska have decided to stop bidding for such projects. If other developers follow their example, the entire procurement model might be at risk.

GP ownership is a significant factor in risk-taking, according to a study from the Norwegian School of Business and Goethe University Frankfurt.

Wariness of fixed-price public-private partnerships could have wider implications since ‘a healthy PPP market needs a healthy construction sector’, warns market expert.

France’s parliament is working on legal reforms that introduce a tax-efficient system to distribute a portion of capital gains among all employees of an acquired company.

Rattled investors are looking to bilateral treaties for protection against the potential renationalisation of UK assets. We take a look at whether these measures will have the desired effect.

Protecting your firm’s information and data from thieves is important, and being prepared means having a plan in place.