Cannes (10)
06.06.2011
Business: Thomas Nielsen takes over in Cannes after being appointed General Manager of Jyske Bank (France)
An experienced leader has been in charge of Jyske Bank in Cannes since February 2011. Thomas Nielsen was formerly at the helm of Jyske Bank (France) when he held the position of General Manager from 2004 to 2006.Read more … Jyske Bank (France) appoints new General Manager
30.05.2011
Business: As announced, several tax advantages have been cut
The changes affect income tax for 2011: - 10% cut in tax reductions for expenses relating to some investments or services, but not those for employing a home worker or cost of child care.Read more … Tax reduction cuts for 2011
01.04.2010
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Like March, April will be animated by the Greek sovereign debt issue and uncertainty about the UK election. The current level of the pound is a result of foreign investors speculating as to the next likely phase of the crisis, and it appears that they are all finding new reasons to sell the euro.Read more … Foreign Exchange
22.03.2010
Business: World's biggest real estate event closes on a high after a positive few days in Cannes
At the close of MIPIM last Friday, the mood was decidedly upbeat, with a clear feeling of confidence in the air. Read more … Confidence the Keyword at MIPIM 2010
15.03.2010
Business: Midem, Cannes, 2010: new talent set to be tomorrow’s big players
Since the dawning of rock ‘n’ roll, the idea of being in the music world has held a powerful allure. Children often fantasise about pop stardom: dancing in bedrooms, singing into hairbrushes or playing in garage bands.Read more … So, kid, you want to be a star?
02.03.2010
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The UK economy has officially emerged from deep recession, but can we really expect smooth sailing from now on? Mervyn King has indicated that he expects inflation to move above the 3% level, but that it will cool later on in the year.Read more … Foreign Exchange
01.02.2010
Increasing numbers of mixed nationality members prompts new name for BCC
The BCC (British Chamber of Commerce) Riviera has a new look for the new year. It has taken the decision to undergo a name change, and will now be known as the Riviera Business Club - the network for international business people. The new name will better reflect the growing international composition of the club’s membership - and help to broaden its reach across a part of France which attracts a wide range of nationalities.
Read more … The BCC goes international
01.02.2010
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The pound quick out of the blocks in 2010.
What a start for the pound in 2010 and on the back of such a dismal 2009! Read more … Foreign Exchange
04.01.2010
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2009 has been a tumultuous year in the financial markets and a year to forget for the pound. Sterling started the year at all time lows against the euro and although we had a few sterling rallies, there was never the appetite to resurrect the pound. So where do we stand now against the euro and what will 2010 bring to the table?Read more … Foreign Exchange