Markets may have staged a strong recovery in the first few weeks of 2012, but the sustainability of that run remains in doubt, posing a threat to the global banking outlook. Economic, political and regulatory changes in the next 12 to 24 months offer not only timely opportunities to gain a competitive advantage, but also direct risks.

In our top 10 list of what global banks can expect, Steven Lewis, Global Banking & Capital Markets Lead Analyst, analyzes the primary issues and banking industry trends to help institutions forge ahead.

		Leverage partnerships to gain a competitive advantage Video: Steven Lewis speaks about partnerships
		Brace for new capital requirements Video: Steven Lewis discusses how capital requirements are impacting bank operating models
		Prepare for the Volcker Rule to impact growth, profitability Video: Steven Lewis examines the Volcker Rule and its affect on proprietary trading
		Get back to basics Video: Steven Lewis considers whether banks will go "back to basics" in the next two years
		Make technology investments for smarter decisions, better service Video: Steven Lewis asserts that technology is more important than ever
		Know your key customers and their needs Video: Steven Lewis considers how well banks understand customer needs Video: Steven Lewis discusses what corporate customers are seeking from banks
		Maintain flexibility Video: Steven Lewis examines how banks are managing the implementation of regulatory agendas
		Think about future business models Video: Steven Lewis speaks about where banks will focus their efforts in 2012
		Tread the regulatory environment carefully Video: Steven Lewis discusses the biggest risks banks will face over the next two years
		Capitalize on differentiation, internally and externally Video: Steven Lewis lists opportunities available to banks in the next 12 to 18 months

Download the full report, Making the right moves – Global banking outlook 2012-2013.

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