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Europe sometimes seems to attract bad headlines, not least in Europe itself, with questions about the continent’s ability to compete in an increasingly fragmented geopolitical order. And yet despite the gloom, global business leaders are a lot more confident about Europe’s prospects than you might think. In this episode of This is Deutsche Bank, Alexander von zur Mühlen, Deutsche Bank Management Board member responsible for Germany, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, joins host Michael Steen to discuss the findings of a new Deutsche Bank survey of 1,200 senior decision-makers from around the world. The results suggest that Europe is now viewed as one of the most attractive destinations for investment, with confidence in the region rising despite ongoing economic and geopolitical challenges. So, what makes Europe attractive to global investors today, and can the region seize the opportunity in front of it? 01:32 The main findings of our Global Sentiment Survey on Europe 2026 and the reasons behind them 04:40 Is this optimism translating into concrete investments? 08:44 What are the obstacles holding us back? 12:31 How can Deutsche Bank support? Global Sentiment Survey on Europe 2026 https://www.db.com/what-we-do/focus-topics/europe/index?language_id=1 Deutsche Bank website http://www.db.com

The UK’s capital markets have had it a little tough in recent years. Headlines have focused on a shortage of IPOs, companies leaving the London market and growing competition from other financial hubs. Is that picture starting to change?In this episode of This is Deutsche Bank, James Taylor, Head of UK Investment Banking at Deutsche Bank and Sanjay Raja, our Chief UK Economist, discuss growing investor interest in UK assets, the developing IPO pipeline and the resilience of the British economy using findings from Deutsche Bank’s 2026 Raised in London survey.They explore the factors driving this renewed confidence in London and what needs to change for it to translate into investment, dealmaking and long-term economic growth.01:42 – Why we’re seeing renewed optimism about the UK’s capital markets and whether it aligns with the country’s economic situation08:00 – Are dual listings and increased take-privates a cause for concern?12:26 – The UK’s economic relevance in today’s global context and our guests’ thoughts on what might come nextRead Raised in London 2026 on our website http://www.db.comEpisode on last year’s report https://pod.link/1799790277/episode/Mjk0MGVmYWYtOTYxYi00NGE5LTk4YWEtYWI5ZTJjNjk2MzVh

Investment banking is about more than deals and trades. Increasingly, it is about helping clients navigate a rapidly changing world.In the final episode of our Investment Banking 101 series, host Vicky Garrod is joined by Ozan Tarman and Bhavna Sahay to explore two of the biggest forces shaping investment banking today: geopolitics and artificial intelligence.How are geopolitical developments reshaping global business? Why has AI become one of the world's biggest investment themes? And what skills will future investment bankers need to succeed in an increasingly complex environment?Whether you're considering a career in investment banking or simply want to better understand how global trends shape financial markets, this episode is for you.03:13 – Separating the news from the noise in investment banking and how the number of topics affecting dealmaking has increased in recent years 06:36 – Geopolitics: how it affects capital markets, fixed income and how we support clients 15:59 – Artificial intelligence: the explosive growth of investment and the challenges it brings for dealmaking 16:06 – The skills Ozan and Bhavna think the next generation of bankers will need Deutsche Bank Investment Bank on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/deutsche-bank-investment-bank/posts/?feedView=all Deutsche Bank website http://www.db.com

When companies raise money, that's only the beginning of the story. Every day, investors buy and sell bonds, businesses manage currency risks and banks help clients navigate financial markets around the world. That's where fixed income and currencies comes in.In the second episode of our Investment Banking 101 series, Scott Cameron, Global Chief Operating Officer for Fixed Income & Currencies at Deutsche Bank, joins host Vicky Garrod to explain how bond trading, foreign exchange markets and trading floors help keep the global economy moving.If you're considering a career in investment banking, curious about financial markets, or want to understand what happens when interest rates, elections or world events move markets, this episode is for you.01:37 – Everything Scott’s role entails and what is like to work on the trading floor06:27 – What fixed income is, what it’s used for and how it differs from capital markets13:06 – Currencies: all about foreign exchange trading16:06 – Back on the trading floor: who is working there and what skills are important to work in fixed income and currenciesDeutsche Bank Investment Bank on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/deutsche-bank-investment-bank/posts/?feedView=allDeutsche Bank website http://www.db.com

Investment banking can sound complex from the outside, full of acronyms like IPO, ECM, DCM and M&A. But at its core, it is about helping companies access the capital, advice and expertise they need to grow, expand into new markets or make major strategic decisions.That is the focus of the first episode in our special Investment Banking 101 series from This is Deutsche Bank, designed to demystify investment banking without the jargon. If you’re exploring career options, trying to help someone find their path, or simply curious about how investment banking works – this one is for you.In our first episode, Mike Paleos, Global Chief Operating Officer of Deutsche Bank’s Investment Banking and Capital Markets business, joins host Vicky Garrod to unpack the basics of capital markets and mergers and acquisitions.What’s the difference between equity and debt? How do we support companies looking to expand? What career options are available and which skills do you need to work in this exciting area of banking? Find out here.02:20 – What investment banking and capital markets are and what role they play in the economy07:48 – How companies raise money on capital markets, the difference between bonds and shares and the motivation behind mergers and acquisitions18:01 – Putting the theory into practice: how Deutsche Bank might help a company to expand and secure the funding to do it26:57 – The roles in this part of investment banking and the skills neededDeutsche Bank Investment Bank on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/deutsche-bank-investment-bank/posts/?feedView=allDeutsche Bank website http://www.db.com

Which is the cheapest city for a date? Where will you spend most on a 3-bed rental? And what does Liam Gallagher have to do with one of our latest reports?Today we’re spotlighting our annual Mapping the World’s Prices report, produced by the Deutsche Bank Research Institute. Every year, it looks at the global price trends reshaping travel, spending and investment.In an episode of our Podzept podcast, Jim Reid, Head of Macro and Thematic Research, talks with thematic strategist Adrian Cox about the latest report and shares his thoughts on future price rankings.Podzept is Deutsche Bank's regular chat with research analysts about their views on what's driving the world of economics and finance https://www.dbresearch.com/PROD/IE-PROD/Podzept_Podcast_series/PODCASTS.aliasRead the full report on the Deutsche Bank Research Institute https://www.dbresearch.com/PROD/IE-PROD/PDFVIEWER.calias?pdfViewerPdfUrl=PROD0000000000633223&rwnode=REPORTAnd head to the Institute’s website for more analysis on topics across geopolitics, macroeconomics, technology, and the evolving corporate landscape https://www.dbresearch.com/PROD/RI-PROD/Research_Institute/HOME.alias00:37 – The biggest surprise from this year's report04:20 – Rankings of financial centres such as London, New York and Frankfurt, plus new entries for “quality of life”08:31 – US rankings and results of the famed “Cheap date index”13:06 – Jim explains the “Oasis” index and unpacks what this year’s results might mean for investors17:24 – Adrian quizzes Jim on the results

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 leading that effort has been our outgoing Chief Technology Officer, Bernd Leukert. In this episode, Bernd reflects on Deutsche Bank’s technology transformation journey, from bank systems modernisation to AI in banking, and shares how he thinks innovation will shape the future of financial services.01:10 – Recent shifts in the tech landscape and the players within it 05:48 – The opportunities Bernd saw when arriving at Deutsche Bank and the story behind our partnership with Google 19:20 – AI in banking: where are we and what comes next, plus what it means for cybersecurity 30:08 – What Bernd is dedicated to in his daily life Our Technology Transformation https://www.db.com/what-we-do/focus-topics/tech/index?language_id=1 Deutsche Bank website http://www.db.com

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 underperformance and waning investor confidence to record results and ambitions to become European champion.In this episode of This is Deutsche Bank, James offers a first-hand perspective of that turnaround. Host Michael Steen also asks him his thoughts on the next chapter for Deutsche Bank and for banking, as well as for career advice to any budding bankers listening in.02:02 – James’ background and why he chose to join Deutsche Bank at such a challenging time05:30 – Inside Deutsche Bank’s transformation, James’ first-hand perspective of it and the task of rebuilding trust11:11 – What’s next for the banking industry given the major geopolitical and technological shifts currently underway19:16 – James’ tips for any budding bankersDeutsche Bank website http://www.db.com

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 organisationshow employees can put our purpose into action in their everyday workthe relevance of our purpose for the economy and society01:30 – Why Deutsche Bank embarked on a journey to be purpose led, the pivotal moments along the way and making it tangible for our 90,000 people worldwide06:55 – How our purpose feeds into the external perception of Deutsche Bank, particularly in society, plus concrete examples of it in action15:35 – What purpose-led leadership means to ChristianWhat Deutsche Bank stands for https://www.db.com/who-we-are/index?language_id=1&kid=our-purpose.ghp-en.who-we-areDeutsche Bank website http://www.db.com

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 at Deutsche Bank, join host Michael Steen to discuss all this and more.01:42 – How the global oil market works and oil prices are set04:46 – The ongoing disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, its impact on prices and the wider economy, and how it compares to previous oil crises10:26 – Our role as an investment bank in the oil market and the support clients are looking for in this highly volatile environment14:33 – How the oil market has changed over the years and our guests’ thoughts on the impact that today’s crisis might have29:08 – What our guests are dedicated to in their daily livesDeutsche Bank website http://www.db.comDeutsche Bank Research Institute Deutsche Bank Research Institute