Articles by Michael Klimes

Michael Klimes is a business journalist at International Business Times UK. He loves history, literature, economics and boxing. He has a special interest in central banks, monetary policy and currency areas.

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BDO International to Take Advantage of New EU Regulations

Accountancy giant says it will benefit from new European Union regulations and be able to increase business.

Nov 29, 2013

European Union India FTSE

Raoul Weil Accepts Extradition to US over Tax Dodge Charges

Former UBS banker faces allegations of helping clients engage in tax fraud.

Nov 28, 2013

Italy

Scottish Independence: Farmers Missing Out on Billion Euro Boost

Top Scottish politician said Scotland's farmers would be €1bn better off under EU membership.

Nov 28, 2013

United Kingdom European Union Alex Salmond Scotland

Head of RSA Ireland Philip Smith Resigns Amid Investigation

Chief executive of Ireland unit at RSA claims he was the fall guy for a probe into accounting practices of the Irish unit.

Nov 28, 2013

Npower Expected to Confirm Axe to Fall on 1,400 Jobs

Energy giant announcement expected on job cuts, site closures and outsourcing moves.

Nov 27, 2013

United Kingdom India

Scottish Independence: Salmond Clashes Over 'Discovery' of Childcare

First Minister Alex Salmond got into a tête-à-tête with Scottish Labour leader Johann Lamont over childcare pledges.

Nov 27, 2013

Alex Salmond

Ukraine to Sign Energy Deal Worth $4bn With EDF and Eni

Business between the Ukraine and the west continues despite political tensions between EU and Moscow

Nov 27, 2013

IMF Russia International Monetary Fund European Union Ukraine Oil Vladimir Putin

Danièle Nouy Set To Become Guardian or Executioner of 6,000 Eurozone Lenders

French official will be the most powerful female in European banking.

Nov 27, 2013

European Central Bank

Turnover of US Chiefs Reaches Highest Level Since 2008

The number of chief executives switching jobs in the US reaches its highest rate since the financial crisis.

Nov 27, 2013

India Microsoft

UK's Top Bankers to Face Annual Checks Under Draft Laws

Government defeated in the House of Lords by five votes on tougher law proposals for bankers.

Nov 27, 2013

Bank of England

Scottish Independence: White Paper 'Will Not Inspire Investor Confidence'

Scottish tax expert Ronnie Ludwig sceptical of economic claims in SNP White Paper.

Nov 26, 2013

Scottish Independence Tax Alex Salmond

Scottish Independence: SNP's Alex Salmond Wants Immigration Green Card System

Young skilled people would be welcome to add to Scotland's prosperity, says first minister.

Nov 26, 2013

United Kingdom European Union Alex Salmond

Scottish Independence: Nicola Sturgeon Pledges Jobs Boost for Women

Scotland's deputy first minister argues independent Scotland would help women find work and create jobs.

Nov 26, 2013

United Kingdom Alex Salmond Scottish Independence

Scottish Independence: Alistair Darling Says SNP's Alex Salmond is Living In 'Fantasy'

Former chancellor critical of Alex Salmond's vision for an independent Scotland.

Nov 26, 2013

United Kingdom Mortgage Alex Salmond

Scottish Independence: Over Two Million Scots to Be Hit By Extra £1,000 in Tax

Treasury secretary Danny Alexander launches attack on Alex Salmond's money calculations on independence.

Nov 26, 2013

Scottish Independence Alex Salmond Scotland

Scottish Independence: SNP's Alex Salmond Claims Scotland Will Keep Pound, Queen and EU Membership

Scotland's first minister lays out case for independence in colossal white paper published by Holyrood.

Nov 26, 2013

European Union Alex Salmond Scotland

RWE Axes 240 Wind Turbines Project off North Devon Coast

German utilities firm pulls out of Atlantic Array Project due to technological challenges and market conditions.

Nov 26, 2013

Ed Miliband

Ofgem: Centrica Had Best Profit Margins in 2012

Report from energy regulator Ofgem shows that Centrica was winner out of the 'Big Six'

Nov 25, 2013

Banks to Slash ECB Loan Repayments

European Banks' repayments of crisis loans to the ECB have been relaxed for the year end period.

Nov 25, 2013

European Central Bank

Bank of Spain Chief Luis Maria Linde: Risks have not Disappeared

Bank of Spain governor warns that country's economy still vulnerable.

Nov 25, 2013

GDP Japan European Central Bank

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