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flow case-study: During the Covid-19 pandemic, the German biotech company BioNTech SE became known globally almost overnight – as it took the company less than a year to develop a vaccine against the previously unknown viral infection without cutting corners. Inevitably, the organisation was initially unprepared for this tremendous growth – as processes and systems were designed for a biotech start-up rather than an international pharma player. Building the treasury on a green field is challenges, but it also allows to make use of latest technology innovation. “I believe that as treasurer there is enormous benefit in receiving information and transacting in real time – no matter if your company is cash-rich or cash-short,” says Dirk Schreiber, Head of Treasury, BioNTech. This is why Schreiber teamed up with Deutsche Bank and SAP to build a connection via API though SAP’s Multi-Bank Connectivity (MBC) solution. Starting in June, Deutsche Bank now provides BioNTech with real-time account balances and push notifications for credits and debits via API. Learn more about how Schreiber is using this information and how he would like to expand the usage of the API channel to initiate instant payments. Read the flow case study here: https://lnkd.in/dtzNXR5Q #API #Treasury #InstantPayments #RealTime #Digitalisation #CashManagement

flow article: Artificial intelligence (AI) will undoubtedly be the most transformative technological force for businesses in the coming years. The US technological research and consulting firm Gartner has likened its breakthroughs to the invention of the steam engine, electricity and the internet in terms of its projected impact. As such, AI offers great potential to reshape treasury, François Masquelier, Chair of EACT - European Association of Corporate Treasurers writes in a guest contribution for flow. “Over the past few years, we have seen successful examples of AI usage in finance, e.g. around predictive cash flow forecasting, payment fraud detection through abnormal patterns, and data extraction from trade finance documents.” Yet, there are many issues to be fixed before treasurers will really benefit from AI, Masquelier believes. Get his insights here: https://lnkd.in/efmBjwtB #AI #Treasury #Payments #CashManagement

Video: The land grab for critical metals is intensifying geopolitical rivalries and adding a new layer of risk to financing trade. What does this mean for day-to-day operations on the ground? Following an earlier debate on these issues at TXF Global Natural Resources and Commodity Finance in Amsterdam, Dr Rebecca Harding, Dr Robert Besseling and Deutsche Bank’s Alarik d'Ornhjelm discuss the role of commodities, and the way governments, private investors and corporates are asserting control of key natural resources. A particular area of focus is Africa, which, says d’Ornhjelm, is “at the centre of east and west geopolitical competition” – a three-way between the US, Europe and China. While there is country risk in Africa, that does not seem to be holding back regional investment in infrastructure, such as railway networks to transport commodities and processing plants to add value in-country rather than elsewhere. All three guests discuss how this is playing out on the continent and what it means for lending and capital flows. Tune in to watch the new episode of Trade Finance TV: https://lnkd.in/ekNShZNd Clarissa Dann #TradeFinance #Commodities #CleanEnergy #Metals 

Deutsche Bank Trust and Agency Services (TAS) has partnered with Invenergy, a leading privately held developer, owner and operator of sustainable energy solutions on agenting the development financing of two solar power generation facilities. TAS will act as administrative agent, collateral agent, and account bank on the Hardin II Solar Energy Center project financing facility in Ohio and as administrative agent on the Samson II Solar Energy Center project financing facility in Texas. “TAS is delighted to partner with Invenergy on these two innovative solar power generation projects, which will provide significant sustainable power across Ohio and Texas,” said Brian Studdert, Head of Trust & Agency Services, Americas, Deutsche Bank. Learn more about our deal here: https://lnkd.in/eU47QJ74 Thalia Delahayes, Eve Anderson #ProjectFinance #YourCapitalMarketsPartner #TrustandAgencyServices

flow article: Did you know that the global payments industry revenue pool grew by 8.3% between 2017 and 2022 to reach US$1.6trn? Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Group estimates that this growth will continue – albeit more slowly – between now and 2027, with an expected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.2%. “We've gone through a pandemic, geopolitical tensions, shifts in supply chains and an energy crisis, but the world continues to source, produce and trade – and to facilitate this we need efficient payment systems and networks,” said Tsvetanka Nankova, Global Head of Sales, Institutional Cash & Trade Finance at Deutsche Bank. Amid this growth, new technologies, such as AI, blockchain, and cloud, as well as revolving regulatory agendas, related to digital currencies, instant payments, and the G20 Roadmap, are reshaping the market’s future. Learn more about the five key themes discussed at EBAday in Lisbon and read our flow summary article. https://lnkd.in/esAxcShn Manuel Klein, Michael Knetsch, Dean Sposito #G20 #InstantPayments #CBDCs #ISO20022 #Blockchains #CorrespondentBanking #Fraud

flow article: What happens if cargo ships can’t get through ports? Does trade grind to a halt and impact economic growth in surrounding countries? Independent trade economist and regular flow contributor Rebecca Harding examines supply chain resilience when ports come under pressure and argues that they are more at risk of closure because of climate change than geopolitical events. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ezKDMhxG #TradeFinance #SupplyChains #Port

We are proud to announce that we have partnered with the IFC - International Finance Corporation on a risk-sharing facility of up to €215m. The new facility will support the ongoing flow of trade in Africa by providing vital financing to importers and exporters of essential goods, with a particular focus on small, fragile, and conflict-affected states throughout the continent.   Commenting on the new facility, Borislav Ivanov-Blankenburg, our Global Head of Documentary Trade Finance, said: “IFC’s risk participation with Deutsche Bank leverages our issuing bank network to enable trade flows in Africa with our Global Hausbank clients and echoes a shared commitment to ongoing economic growth in emerging markets.”   We would like to extend our thanks to Mohamed Gouled, IFC Vice President for Industries, Nathalie Louat, IFC’s Global Director, Trade and Supply Chain Finance and the rest of the team at the IFC for their great collaboration on the initiative. A special thanks also goes to our own team for making this deal possible: Bhaswati Mallik, Maryam Kouhgoli, Anand Jha, Igino Corradi, Gunhad Singh, among many other colleagues involved.   To learn more about the partnership, please click here: https://lnkd.in/eMrVCUDx   #TradeFinance #GlobalHausbank #Trade #FinancialInsitutions 

flow article: The energy transition is suffering from a lack of investment. While an increase from US$1trn to US$1.8trn is an improvement, an orderly transition is going to cost US$4trn a year. With insights from commodities analysts Wood Mackenzie, flow explores this collective responsibility and what it means for the metals and mining industry. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eYM44exX Julian Kettle, Yann R., Marion Laboure, Ph.D., Deutsche Bank, Deutsche Bank Research #TradeFinance #EnergyTransition #SupplyChains 

flow article: In a year that saw commodity prices holding up and traders recording strong profits, a deglobalised world order has intensified the focus on their supply chains. Following a packed two days at TXF’s annual conference in Amsterdam, flow reports on markets and transaction patterns. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eegr_Bqd #TradeFinance #Commodities #SupplyChains #RenewableEnergy