• 07 Fév 2012 - Génération Energies IV – Interview with Matthieu Courtecuisse, CEO at Sia Conseil
  
  For the launch of the 4th edition of the Génération Energies contest, we have interviewed Matthieu Courtecuisse, CEO at Sia Conseil. He reminds us of the commitment taken by Sia Conseil during this intitiative and gives his point of view … Continue reading →
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• 07 Fév 2012 - Durban conference: enough to face climate change?
  
  For the first time since the ratification of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) 20 years ago, all countries have accepted the idea of a global and legally binding treaty that would limit the emission of greenhouse … Continue reading →
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• 07 Fév 2012 - The economic consequences of a nuclear phase-out in Belgium
  
  After Germany and Switzerland, Belgium has confirmed its desire to opt for a nuclear phase-out. While the risks of possible black-outs are mentioned due to the abrupt outages of the German exports, the government saddles itself up with an additional … Continue reading →
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• 07 Fév 2012 - Would a nuclear phase-out lead to a « blackout » in Belgium?
  
  Benoit Aubard, Senior Manager Energy & Utilities at Sia Partners, analyses in ‘Entreprendre’ the difficult situation that Belgium might face on the supply side of the electricity market with the possible closure of 3 nuclear power plants in Belgium towards … Continue reading →
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• 07 Fév 2012 - Competing gas pipeline projects offer Europe various means to ensure its gas supply
  
  The North Stream1 gas pipeline was inaugurated on November 8, 2011. This investment of 8.8 billion euros will allow Russia to take of share of 30% of the European market starting from 2012. No wonder the majority shareholder of North … Continue reading →
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• 06 Fév 2012 - Turmoil in the insurance industry: discrimination and regulations
  
  Courted by car insurance companies, female drivers have traditionally benefited from more interesting policy rates compared to their male counterparts. Yet, in one of its recent decisions, the European Court of Justice has estimated that this represents a case of discrimination against men. At first sight, this judgement will not only entail an increase in [...]
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• 13 Jan 2012 - Société Générale Bank & Trust Luxembourg (2010)
  
  Sia Partners is a top Management & Operational Strategy Consulting firm active in the Financial Services. You will find here our benchmarks of financial institutions summarizing their activities and key financial indicators. Please Login or Register to read the rest of this content.
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• 02 Jan 2012 - The market for bank cards in Europe on a 5-year horizon: What market share for new entrants?
  
  The bank card is the first payment instrument in Europe with over 725 million cards in circulation and 32 billion payment transactions per year. Driven by its massive and growing use, the bank card is nowadays a true convenience product in a fragmented market with high barriers for competition. By introducing the SEPA Cards Framework, [...]
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• 15 Déc 2011 - Traders’ bonuses
  
  Compensation schemes in investment banking have been subject to numerous debates in the last few years as the compensation practices played a role in promoting the accumulation of risks, leading to the crisis. Thus, it became a key point of focus among public opinion. International financial regulatory organizations and political leaders were compelled to react, [...]
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• 08 Déc 2011 - Rating agencies: thermometers or detonators of the crisis
  
  At the heart of the debate in these times of relentless crisis are the rating agencies, ubiquitous in the news and subject of many comments in such a way that the feasibility of the current rating system is questioned. Introduction to the ratings system The main activity of rating agencies is to provide regular advice [...]
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Press articles and Expertise studies 

Our policy of research and publications is proactive and focused on crucial current topics, as well as the basic strategic issues of the sectors in which we operate. We frequently publish market insights, opinion columns, benchmark analyses and strategic studies conducted by our competency centres, with the additional insight of our sector experts.

Our press articles, opinion columns, exclusive strategic studies are often quoted in business oriented –as well as mainstream– press and TV ; we also provide information on cutting-edge topics to various news agencies (AFP, Reuters).  On average, we publish more than 100 press articles and 12 exclusives studies per year.

Blogs

To share its passion, and help you to understand and analyze the stakes and drivers of today’s key topics and upcoming trends, Sia Partners has created a specific blog for each of its business units. 

• Energy - http://energy.sia-partners.com
• Financial Services & Insurance - http://finance.sia-partners.com

These blogs are created and managed entirely by our teams of consultants, proving their involvement and their expertise.

Conferences, consultations, public debates, seminars and expertise training

Sia Partners actively participates in marketplace debates and reflections. Several of our experts are invited to speak at numerous conferences (Forum on Energy, Franco-Italian day of the French and Italian Embassies, French-American Foundation, PlaNet Finance breakfasts,...) and manage professional training sessions (Les Echos Formation, Development Institute Int’l, ESCP-EAP, ...) throughout 2008.

Sia Partners is also consulted and invited to public debates by market regulators (ERGEG, ENTSOE, CREG, NMA).

Think tanks

Sia Partners is a member of several networks of corporate decision makers, as well as specialised associations that promote green business or financial services (Institut de l’entreprise, Institut Montaigne, Entreprises pour l’Environnement, Association Française des Gestionnaires Actif-Passif,…).

• 06 Fév 2012 - Turmoil in the insurance industry: discrimination and regulations
  
  Courted by car insurance companies, female drivers have traditionally benefited from more interesting policy rates compared to their male counterparts. Yet, in one of its recent decisions, the European Court of Justice has estimated that this represents a case of discrimination against men. At first sight, this judgement will not only entail an increase in [...]
  Read more
• 13 Jan 2012 - Société Générale Bank & Trust Luxembourg (2010)
  
  Sia Partners is a top Management & Operational Strategy Consulting firm active in the Financial Services. You will find here our benchmarks of financial institutions summarizing their activities and key financial indicators. Please Login or Register to read the rest of this content.
  Read more
• 02 Jan 2012 - The market for bank cards in Europe on a 5-year horizon: What market share for new entrants?
  
  The bank card is the first payment instrument in Europe with over 725 million cards in circulation and 32 billion payment transactions per year. Driven by its massive and growing use, the bank card is nowadays a true convenience product in a fragmented market with high barriers for competition. By introducing the SEPA Cards Framework, [...]
  Read more
• 15 Déc 2011 - Traders’ bonuses
  
  Compensation schemes in investment banking have been subject to numerous debates in the last few years as the compensation practices played a role in promoting the accumulation of risks, leading to the crisis. Thus, it became a key point of focus among public opinion. International financial regulatory organizations and political leaders were compelled to react, [...]
  Read more
• 08 Déc 2011 - Rating agencies: thermometers or detonators of the crisis
  
  At the heart of the debate in these times of relentless crisis are the rating agencies, ubiquitous in the news and subject of many comments in such a way that the feasibility of the current rating system is questioned. Introduction to the ratings system The main activity of rating agencies is to provide regular advice [...]
  Read more