Dossier
aviation finance
Coverage of aviation finance in the Nexus archive.
- I help billionaires buy private jets. Sometimes I tell them not to.
Mike Francis, head of aviation finance at Citi, advises wealthy clients on private jet purchases, warning against spending more than 10% of their net worth. He notes rising demand for amenities like high-speed WiFi and workspaces, while emphasizing the financial burden of ownership. Private jet usage has increased significantly, with 3.9 million flights in 2025.
- Vietnam pushes financial hub ambitions via maritime, aviation finance moves
Vietnam is advancing its financial hub ambitions through initiatives in maritime and aviation finance. The country aims to strengthen its position in these sectors to boost its financial ecosystem.