Deutsche Bank Launches Research Institute
- Deutsche Bank has announced the launch of a new Research institute, established to address what it identifies as a growing need for a European perspective...
- The Deutsche Bank Research Institute (DBRI) will leverage the bank's extensive research to offer insights into geopolitics, macroeconomics, technology, and the corporate landscape.
- David Folkerts-Landau will lead the DBRI, in addition to his current responsibilities as chief economist and global head of research.
Deutsche Bank Launches Research Institute to Decode Global Trends
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Deutsche Bank has announced the launch of a new Research institute, established to address what it identifies as a growing need for a European perspective on the long-term trends shaping the global economy. This initiative underscores Deutsche Bank’s commitment to enhancing its research capabilities adn providing valuable insights into the evolving economic landscape.
Deutsche Bank Research Institute (DBRI)
The Deutsche Bank Research Institute (DBRI) will leverage the bank’s extensive research to offer insights into geopolitics, macroeconomics, technology, and the corporate landscape. The institute aims to assist corporate executives, global investors, and policymakers in navigating an increasingly complex environment.
David Folkerts-Landau will lead the DBRI, in addition to his current responsibilities as chief economist and global head of research. The institute plans to disseminate its findings through various engaging formats, including events, videos, webinars, podcasts, and reports, all accessible via a new public website.
Scope of Research
The research institute will cover over 1,500 global companies, focusing on key markets and sectors such as rates, foreign exchange, equities, emerging markets, credit, and securitization. This extensive coverage aims to provide a holistic view of the global economic environment. The content produced by the DBRI will complement Deutsche Bank’s existing research, wich will continue to be available exclusively to its clients.
Executive Perspectives
Christian Sewing, CEO of Deutsche Bank, emphasized the importance of this initiative:
The world around us is changing rapidly and our clients and stakeholders are increasingly turning to us for our expertise to help them understand the long-term themes driving global economies.
Christian Sewing, CEO of Deutsche Bank
Sewing further added:
The Institute will enable us to share our insights with a wider audience that can benefit from our special perspective, rooted in the heart of Europe and with an international network.
Christian Sewing, CEO of Deutsche Bank
Fabrizio Campelli, head of the Corporate Bank and the Investment Bank at Deutsche, also commented on the launch:
[Our] ability to make sense of a complex world has never been so much in demand, so this is the perfect time to make an even greater contribution to the public debate about the long-term themes driving change in Europe and beyond.
Fabrizio Campelli, head of the Corporate Bank and the Investment Bank at Deutsche
Key Focus Areas
- technological Innovation: Analyzing the impact of new technologies on global markets.
- Sustainability: Examining lasting practices and their economic implications.
- Geopolitical Shifts: Understanding the effects of geopolitical events on the global economy.
- Economic Transformations: Investigating broader economic trends and their long-term consequences.
Conclusion
The launch of the Deutsche Bank Research Institute marks a significant step in the bank’s efforts to provide comprehensive and insightful analysis of the global economy. By focusing on long-term trends and offering a European perspective, the institute aims to be a valuable resource for corporate executives, global investors, and policymakers alike.
Deutsche Bank Research Institute: Unlocking Global Trends – Q&A
Published: March 16, 2025
This Q&A provides an in-depth look at the newly launched Deutsche Bank Research Institute (DBRI), its objectives, scope, and potential impact on understanding the global economic landscape.
Q1: What is the Deutsche Bank Research Institute (DBRI), and why was it launched?
A: The Deutsche Bank Research Institute (DBRI) is a new initiative by Deutsche Bank to analyze long-term global trends. it was established to address the increasing need for a European viewpoint on the forces shaping the global economy. Deutsche Bank aims to provide valuable insights into the evolving economic surroundings, especially for corporate executives, global investors, and policymakers.
Q2: What areas will the DBRI focus its research on?
A: The DBRI’s research scope is broad, encompassing key areas such as:
Geopolitics: Examining the impact of geopolitical events on the global economy.
Macroeconomics: Analyzing macroeconomic trends and their implications. (See Source [2] for more on macroeconomic analysis from Deutsche Bank Research)
Technology: Investigating the influence of new technologies on global markets.
Corporate Landscape: Understanding the key trends and challenges facing corporations globally.
Sustainability: Examining lasting practices and their economic implications.
Economic transformations: Investigating broader economic trends and their long-term consequences.
Q3: Who is leading the DBRI?
A: David Folkerts-Landau, who also serves as chief economist and global head of research at Deutsche Bank, will lead the DBRI.
Q4: How will the DBRI disseminate its research findings?
A: The institute will share its insights through various engaging formats, including:
Events
videos
Webinars
Podcasts
Reports
All of these resources will be accessible via a new public website.
Q5: What is the scope of companies and markets covered by the DBRI?
A: The research institute will cover over 1,500 global companies, especially the key markets and sectors such as rates, foreign exchange, equities, emerging markets, credit, and securitization, aiming to provide a holistic view of the global economy.
Q6: How does the DBRI relate to Deutsche Bank’s existing research?
A: The content produced by the DBRI will complement Deutsche Bank’s existing research, which will continue to be available exclusively to its clients. The DBRI aims to appeal to a wider audience.
Q7: What does Deutsche Bank hope to achieve with the launch of the DBRI?
A: Deutsche Bank aims to:
Share its expertise and insights with a wider audience.
Contribute to the public debate on long-term trends driving change in Europe and beyond.
Offer a unique European perspective on global economic issues.
Help clients and stakeholders understand and navigate the rapidly changing global landscape.
Q8: Why is Deutsche Bank investing in research now?
A: According to Fabrizio Campelli, the demand for understanding the complex world has never been so high, making it a perfect time for Deutsche Bank to make a greater contribution to the public debate regarding the change that is occurring both throughout Europe, and in other countries.
Actionable Insights:
Corporate executives, global investors, and policymakers should monitor the DBRI’s website and publications for insights into key global trends.
Stakeholders interested in a European perspective on global economic issues can leverage the DBRI’s research.
Deutsche Bank clients can expect continued exclusive research alongside the DBRI’s broader publications.