Chris Paizis
Head of Corporate FX & International Banking at Absa CIB,
Articles
Africa: Navigating the Continent of Opportunity
From political instability to FX illiquidity, investing in Africa is not without its challenges. However, with untapped markets, high growth rates and a young population with an increasing spending capacity, investment opportunities on this vibrant continent are also...
Dealing with Challenging Markets in Sub-Saharan Africa
Dealing with Challenging Markets in Sub-Saharan Africa by Chris Paizis, Managing Principal, Barclays Africa The African continent, much like any emerging market, faces a unique set of challenges particularly in the financial sector, which will concern...
The Growing Impact of Regulation and Technology
The Growing Impact of Regulation and Technology by Chris Paizis, Head of Markets Distribution at Barclays Africa (ex SA) Banks are having to redefine themselves, looking five or 10 years ahead to make sure they are prepared for a changing financial order....
Broad Corporate Strategy Required to Manage Emerging Market Risk
Broad Corporate Strategy Required to Manage Emerging Market Risk Treasury, liquidity and volatility in Africa by Chris Paizis, Head of Corporate and Rest of Africa Distribution, Barclays Africa Many of the risks that company treasurers encounter in Africa require...
Banking Partner Key to Managing Risks of Expansion into Africa
Banking Partner Key to Managing Risks of Expansion into Africa by Chris Paizis, Head of sales, Africa (ex- SA) and Head of Corporate Sales SA, Corporate and Investment Banking division, Absa, a member of Barclays Africa has emerged as a key new market for companies...
Don't Knock Derivatives
Don’t Knock Derivatives Absa Capital The global financial crisis has put derivatives firmly in the sights of regulators and media commentators, but for those who are charged with managing corporate treasury operations, it is important to cut through the hype and...