Valerie Urben
Valerie Urben is the head of Euroclear, a prominent financial services company that specializes in the settlement of securities transactions and the custody of assets. She has been vocal about the potential risks associated with the confiscation of frozen Russian assets, particularly concerning the stability of the euro and the broader European financial system. Urben's insights have gained attention amid ongoing discussions in the EU about the legal and financial implications of using these assets to support Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict.
Born on Jan 01, 1963 (62 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Russia | 7 | 4.57 | 0.68% | +20% | 144,104,080 | 1,184,417 | $1,500,000 | 12,329$ |
| Totals | 7 | 144,104,080 | 1,184,417 | $1,500,000 | 12,329$ |
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Recent Mentions
Russia:
The head of Euroclear, Valerie Urben, threatened legal action against the EU in case of confiscation of Russian assets.
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Russia:
Head of Euroclear Valerie Urben also did not rule out filing a lawsuit if the EU decides to confiscate blocked assets.
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Russia:
Valerie Urben, head of Euroclear, indicated that the company might seek legal action if the EU decides to confiscate blocked assets.
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Russia:
Valerie Urben received threats after refusing to meet with Olivier Huby and the Russian side.
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Russia:
The head of Euroclear, Valerie Urben, described the European Commission's initiative as unrealistic and warned of bankruptcy risks.
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Russia:
Valerie Urben, the CEO of Euroclear, stated that the potential scheme should include unconditional guarantees for Euroclear.
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Russia:
Valerie Urben, the CEO of Euroclear, warned that the initiative could harm the investment climate in Europe.
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Belarus:
Valerie Urben leads Euroclear, a key institution in the financial system managing significant assets.
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Russia:
Valerie Urben, the head of Euroclear, stated that she would not rule out going to court if the EU decides to confiscate blocked assets.
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Russia:
Executive Director Valerie Urben emphasized that investing the money from frozen Russian assets in risky investments for financing Ukraine could lead to increased retaliatory measures from Russia.
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