This is Deutsche Bank

It’s a challenge many established banks face - modernising the technology their business relies on without disrupting the business itself. Even more so as rapid advances in AI, cloud computing and digital innovation continue to reshape financial services. At Deutsche Bank, we undertook a major transformation of our technology landscape, simplifying systems and accelerating innovation. The person l...

If you’d asked investors a few years ago about Deutsche Bank, the answer might have been cautious at best. Fast forward to today, and the story looks very different. Someone who has been central to that shift is James von Moltke, our outgoing President and former Chief Financial Officer. Alongside CEO Christian Sewing, James helped launch the bank’s turnaround in 2019, steering it from underperfor...

Many companies have embarked on finding their purpose – the reason for their existence – and that includes us at Deutsche Bank. That’s all well and good – but how do you actually bring those words on paper to life in everything you do? In this special episode of This is Deutsche Bank, our CEO Christian Sewing joins host Ben Alka to discuss: why purpose is so important, especially for large global...

Global oil prices are fluctuating wildly, driven by the war in the Middle East and disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. Despite a ceasefire deal being announced, uncertainty remains. In this episode – recorded on 1 April 2026 – we take a step back and unpack what moves oil prices and how the global oil market works. Chris Kenny, our Head of Energy Trading, and Michael Hsueh, Senior Research Analyst...

Precious metals have long been seen as a store of value – gold once backed currencies and central banks still store bullion in their vaults. In times of uncertainty, these metals often move to the centre of financial markets. Right now, they’re doing exactly that – although not exactly the way you might think. In this episode, Michael Hsueh, Senior Research Analyst, and Rob Abel, from our Metals S...

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the world of risk management - transforming how banks assess information, detect threats and serve clients. But if you're trying to manage your bank's risk, it has some clear downsides as well as upsides. In this episode of This is Deutsche Bank , Marcus Chromik, Chief Risk Officer and Management Board member, speaks to host Michael Steen about why he thinks AI...

Confidence in public pension systems is falling across Europe, and many people are worried about whether the money they’re paying in today will be there when they retire. In this episode of "This is Deutsche Bank," Christian Nolting, Global Chief Investment Officer for the Private Bank, and Raffael Gasser, Head of Wealth Management Germany, join host Michael Steen to explore: why many feel uncerta...

The geography of trade is shifting. And it’s not just tariffs. Over the past few years, a variety of factors have prompted countries to explore new corridors and partnerships. Nowhere is this change more evident than in Asia. Amid these shifts, what role can the region take on? Where does Europe fit into it all? And how can banks support those navigating the changes?  On This is Deutsche...

Emerging markets now account for nearly half of global GDP - a dramatic leap from just 25 years ago. Despite recent global shocks, 2025 has been one of the best years on record for returns in these markets. What’s behind this recent rise? Which factors could impact what happens next? And how can banks support their economic and sustainable development?  On This is Deutsche Bank, host Charlie...

After a challenging few years, can Europe’s equity capital markets reclaim their edge? Is London still a global financial powerhouse? The global economic order is changing. Investor confidence has been shaken by tariff debates and uncertain growth outlooks. For equity capital markets (ECM) – one of the places companies go to raise funds – this has led to a quiet few months. But there are signs tha...

Which is the cheapest city for a date? Where does your cash go furthest? And which are the best places to live and eat? Our Podzept podcast from the Deutsche Bank Research Institute reveals all! Today we’re spotlighting another of our podcasts. Produced by Deutsche Bank’s Research department, Podzept is our regular chat with analysts about their views on what is driving the world of economics and...

Defining the reason for a company’s existence – its purpose – can be a game changer. Organisations that are able to do this grow faster than their competitors, and have more loyal customers and engaged employees, studies have shown. It’s a journey that Deutsche Bank has been on for the past year. But why do organisations need a purpose at all? And once you have found yours, how do you bring it to...

Defence is back on Europe’s spending agenda. With the war in Ukraine ongoing and geopolitical priorities shifting in the US, countries across the continent are rethinking how they defend their borders and looking to up their game. But what happens when governments decide to spend? And what role do banks play in financing all this? In this episode of This is Deutsche Bank, Fabrizio Campelli, the he...

Two and half decades after the euro launched, is Europe’s single currency finally on the verge of toppling the US dollar? Few can imagine a financial world which is not dominated by the dollar, but tariff-based trade wars and geopolitical turmoil have got people asking the question – is it time for the euro to play a bigger role? And how do we support clients in such volatile times? In this e...

Germany has just voted in one of the most closely watched federal elections in decades. The political landscape has shifted and it feels like Germany – and Europe – are at a crossroads. What does this mean for the German economy, including reforming the debt brake? How should Europe react to the new tone coming from Washington? And what’s next for Deutsche Bank in this constantly changing environm...

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