J PUTZEYS
“You can cut all the flowers, but you cannot keep Spring from coming.”
― Pablo NerudaWhile Trump's tariffs present undeniable challenges, there is an opportunity for the agile startup that can change tack quicker than a large corporation where needed. Founders who proactively localize supply chains, leverage policy incentives, and innovate around trade barriers will not only survive but thrive.
Position paper inspiring the Trump measures on tariffs
April 3, 2025- Why Stephen Miran thinks tariffs can work - here his position paper on A User’s Guide to Restructuring the Global Trading System
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What could happen if A.I. systems surpass human-level intelligence — which the authors expect to happen in the next two to three years : scenarios envisioned by a nonprofit in Berkeley, Calif., called the A.I. Futures Project,
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April 4 2025 Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has employed a multifaceted strategy to address and counter challenges posed by U.S. President Donald Trump, focusing on diplomacy, economic initiatives, and national sovereignty.
April 4 2025 Geopolitical turbulence has put UK-EU differences in perspective. Britain and the EU need much closer ties. Read here
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Postponed IPOs
April 4 2025 Both fintech Klarna and ticket marketplace StubHub released public documents for IPOs last month, each hoping to raise at least $1 billion in their debuts.
Both were set to launch their road shows next week, talking to potential investors about their IPO, but decided to postpone, sources told the WSJ.
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About Jacques Putzeys
Senior finance executive with a robust background in banking, corporate finance, IPOs and board governance.
He co-founded and served as CEO of NASDAQ Europe (formerly Easdaq) from 1995 to 2000, playing a pivotal role in establishing the European arm of the global securities exchange.
In the banking sector, Putzeys held prominent positions including President of Bank Nagelmaeckers and CEO of CGER/Fortis Bank New York, demonstrating his leadership across various financial institutions.
As a co-founder of Talent4Boards, Putzeys has contributed to enhancing corporate governance by connecting companies with qualified board members. He also founded the Inclusive Growth Forum, emphasizing his commitment to promoting sustainable and inclusive economic development.
Since 2000 he assisted a large array of companies with fundraising, preparing for stock market listings and organizing corporate governance.“You can cut all the flowers, but you cannot keep Spring from coming.”
― Pablo NerudaGet in Touch