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Banking & securities

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Banking & securitiesRarely in the history of financial services have banks and securities services institutions been facing such massive challenges. The crisis of the past 3 years has triggered the emergence of a completely new financial landscape.

The world as we had come to know it no longer exists. We are seeing a fundamental shift in the regulatory environment with new oversight bodies, revised capital requirements, rules on executive compensation, threats to banking secrecy, new taxation practices etc.

At the same time, the competitive landscape is changing with more demanding clients, pressure on pricing level, changes in infrastructures and increased international competition.

In this incredibly tough environment, the value proposition of Deloitte is more relevant than ever. The unique combination of skills and expertise in regulation, audit, tax, strategy, organisation and IT makes our firm the ideal partner for banking & securities institutions. This website will give you an overview of our services. We can help you navigate through the storm and thrive in these turbulent times.

The Deloitte banking & securities professionals I have the privilege to lead are all thrilled at the perspective of working with you, help you seize the opportunities ahead and take your business to the next level.

Olivier Maréchal

Olivier Maréchal
Advisory & Consulting Partner
Banking Industry Leader

Banking & securities in Luxembourg

Luxembourg is home to 151 banks. Private Banking and Investment Services represent the leading activities of the Luxembourg financial center.

Luxembourg’s banking industry has been thriving thanks to an unprecedented political, legal and social stability. The cooperation between Government, legislators and the private sector have led to the creation of a flexible and innovative regulatory framework which has attracted numerous international groups to establish their head office in Luxembourg.

One of the most competitive economies worldwide and ranked among top financial centers in the world, Luxembourg’s financial industry provides a wide range of services and financial expertise to satisfy every client’s wish. 

Why Luxembourg?

  • Number one wealth management center in the Eurozone
  • Over 150 banking institutions from 25 countries
  • World’s leading hub for global distribution
  • One of most competitive economy worldwide
  • Very stable political and social environment
  • Strategic position in the heart of Europe
  • Skilled multicultural and multilingual workforce
  • Flexible and business friendly authorities
  • Rigorous anti money-laundering policies
  • Attractive tax regime

Luxembourg, your gateway to Europe

Ideally situated in the heart of Europe, Luxembourg is highly international, in terms of origin of banks, clients and workforce and functions as a hub for European activities. Its skilled multicultural and multilingual workforce contributes to making Luxembourg the gateway to Europe for companies from all over the world.

Hot topics


New strategies for private banks.


Tax reporting for private clients.


Basel III.


FATCA latest developments

  • New US rules withholding tax rules,
  • Impact on securities lending and swaps,
  • Portfolio exemption for Luxembourg fund.

Optimising your IT operating model (system replacement ? outsourcing ?).


 

Contact

  • Olivier Maréchal
    Advisory & Consulting Partner

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