The Impact of COVID-19: A Financial Perspective

Leadership Studio | Past Webinars, Webinars | June 27, 2025

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Webinar Overview

The COVID-19 pandemic, described as “probably the biggest Black Swan event of this century,” brought profound shifts to the global and Indian economies. To discuss how the pandemic reshaped digital adoption, consumer behaviour, supply chains, and liquidity dynamics, Mr Sriram Krishnan, Managing Director & Co‑Head, Global Transaction Banking at Deutsche Bank AG, was invited to the Amity Global Leadership Studio. The session featured expert insights and examined pandemic-era trends and strategic responses, highlighting areas where traditional assumptions had to be redefined.

Expert Speaker

Mr Sriram Krishnan

Managing Director & Co‑Head, Global Transaction Banking, Deutsche Bank AG

Mr Sriram Krishnan was a distinguished leader in the banking industry with over two decades of experience. He served as the Managing Director and Co-Head of Global Transaction Banking at Deutsche Bank, where he also supported the Security Services Business. Prior to this, he held senior roles at Citibank, HSBC, Franklin Templeton, and Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd.

Highlights of the Webinar

Explored how COVID‑19 disrupted both public health and financial systems, unlike previous crises.
Discussed the rapid acceleration of digital adoption across sectors, including e‑commerce, remote work, and cashless payments.
Highlighted major sectoral shifts, including the impact on tourism and changing consumer preferences.
Examined corporate strategies for resilience, such as rethinking cost structures and redesigning global supply chains.
Addressed macroeconomic changes and the long-term implications for employment and economic stability.
Showcased how countries like Germany adapted through proactive policy and fiscal measures.