As the annual ICSC European conference kicks off in Istanbul this week, it is worth reflecting on one of the world’s great cities. Often described as being located at a crossroads between the east and west, Istanbul is a fascinating mix of two very different cultures. And this contrast is reflected in the retail market, […]
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Being a Chelsea FC season ticket holder, Russian money is something that I have been very well aware of for some years now. Roman Abramovich has believe it or not been involved with Chelsea FC for ten years, as the British press widely reported earlier this year. Russian money and the increased spending power of […]
After Fitch Ratings upgraded Turkey to investment grade in November 2012, Turkey earned its second and third investment-grade credit ratings in May with an upgrade to BAA3 and BBB by Moody’s Investors Service and Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR) respectively. Currently, the country secured three investment-grade credit ratings, and it is expected that this will be […]