GPS Press Summer Edition 2026
This volume covers a conversation with Rainer Schnabl on the future of investing, an inside look at RBI's multi-asset brokerage desk and Ukraine's evolving equity financing landscape, as well as news on Uzbekistan joining our direct access network. We also celebrate a double win at the Global Custodian Awards and a "Have you met?" feature with Sales Trader Aliihsan Akgündüz.
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Rethinking Investing: Trust, Infrastructure, and Inclusion
Rainer Schnabl on why accessibility alone is not enough – and how infrastructure, capital market participation, and retirement solutions must align.
Uzbekistan: Direct Access to a Growing Market
With the integration of Uzbekistan into RBI’s direct access network international investors will be able to gain streamlined entry into one of Central Asia’s most promising markets.
Reopening Equity Financing in Ukraine: The Shift Toward Depositary Led Issuance
The initiative targets the entire issuance cycle including the technical registration, effectively bringing time-to-market down to around one week – possibly making equity financing realistic for SMEs in Ukraine for the first time.
Trading Redefined: Where Human Expertise Meets Digital Speed
At our Cash Markets & Derivatives Sales Trading desk, decades of market experience meet cutting-edge trading technology. Learn how we streamline trading without losing human touch at RBI.
Global Custodian Awards – Double Recognition
RBI wins Best Custodian in CEE at the Global Custodian Awards. Bohdana Yefremova honored as Industry Legend for her resilient leadership in Ukraine.
Have you met: Aliihsan Akgündüz
From retail banking to the trading floor – Aliihsan shares his career path towards becoming a Sales Trader at RBI and what drives him in a fast-paced trading environment.