FT News Briefing Jamie Dimon’s big win
May 2, 2023
This discussion highlights China's impressive dominance in the global IPO market, significantly outpacing U.S. offerings. JPMorgan's acquisition of First Republic Bank is dissected, revealing implications for the banking sector amid rising interest rates. Meanwhile, Germany is tackling a severe skills shortage by proposing immigration reforms, including an innovative chance card system to attract international talent. The focus on recruitment strategies for skilled labor in key industries underscores the challenges and political debates surrounding immigration.
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China Dominates IPO Market
- The US and European IPO markets have slowed due to economic uncertainty.
- Meanwhile, China's IPO market is booming, having raised five times more capital than the US.
First Republic Bank Acquired
- First Republic bank, facing struggles, was acquired by JPMorgan Chase.
- This marks the third bank failure in two months, following Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank.
Comparison to SNL Crisis
- Brooke Masters notes the comparison between the current banking crisis and the 1980s SNL crisis.
- She emphasizes the reluctance to predict future bank failures.