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ANZ flags over one billion dollars in charges ahead of second half results

ANZ has reported that its statutory and cash profit for the second half of 2025 will be affected by several significant items, resulting in a net after-tax charge of $1,109 million.


Bank of America pledges $250 million over five years for hunger relief nationwide

Bank of America has announced a $250 million commitment over the next five years to support families and individuals facing food insecurity and other basic needs across the United States.


Oxford spinout OrganOx acquired following major growth in organ preservation technology

OrganOx, a company founded in December 2008 by engineering Professor Constantin Coussios and transplant surgeon Professor Peter Friend at the University of Oxford’s Institute of Biomedical Engineering and the Nuffield Department of Surgical...


IMF reviews Uruguay's economic outlook following Article IV consultation

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with Uruguay, following discussions on the country’s recent economic performance and policy outlook.


UK industrial strategy sectors see surge in company numbers and record Q3 investments

The number of UK companies increased by 0.43 percent in the third quarter of 2025, reaching a total of 5.48 million, according to new analysis from Barclays Eagle Labs and Beauhurst.


World Bank expands regional health security program to Central Africa

The World Bank Board of Directors has approved the third phase of the Health Security Program in Western and Central Africa (HeSP), expanding its reach to Central Africa.


Cambridge scientists develop tool linking food choices with global extinction risk

Every food choice has an effect on global biodiversity, according to researchers at the University of Cambridge’s Department of Zoology. Dr. Ball, a postdoctoral researcher in the Conservation Science Group, explained that producing animal-based...


Howden Re View podcast explores changes in global MGA market

In the third episode of the Howden Re View podcast, senior leaders from Howden Capital Markets & Advisory discussed current trends and future developments in the global Managing General Agent (MGA) market.


Societe Generale posts higher profit and exceeds targets for first nine months of 2025

Societe Generale reported a group net income of EUR 4.6 billion for the first nine months of 2025, marking a 45% increase compared to the same period in 2024.


ING Group announces updated capital requirements following ECB SREP review

ING Group announced that it has received the outcome of the 2025 Supervisory Review and Evaluation Process (SREP) from the European Central Bank (ECB).


Volkswagen Group reports stable revenue but faces profit decline amid global challenges

The Volkswagen Group has released its financial results for the first nine months of 2025, showing modest growth in sales revenue despite a challenging global environment.


U.S. Embassy Belgrade issues alert ahead of marches marking Novi Sad canopy collapse

Marches and commemorative events are scheduled across Serbia from October 29 to November 1 to mark the first anniversary of the Novi Sad Railway Station canopy collapse.


ING completes €2 billion share buyback and launches new capital return plan

ING has completed its previously announced share buyback programme, repurchasing a total of 101,193,469 ordinary shares at an average price of €19.77 per share.


China Construction Bank reports steady growth in third quarter operating results

China Construction Bank (CCB) has released its operating results for the third quarter of 2025, reporting steady growth across key financial indicators.


New report recommends evidence-based strategies to address global childhood literacy challenges

A new report has been released addressing the global literacy crisis among children, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).


Hurricane Melissa prompts closures as it approaches Bermuda

Hurricane Melissa is forecast to reach Bermuda as a Category 2 storm, with maximum sustained winds of 100 mph and significant rainfall expected to begin on Thursday evening, October 30.


Standard Chartered expects early achievement of profitability targets after strong Q3 results

Standard Chartered PLC has announced its financial results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2025.


Howden Re focuses on local climate risk solutions ahead of COP30

Antônio Jorge (“AJ”) da Mota Rodrigues, Head of Howden Re Brazil, is drawing attention to the growing impact of climate risks on Brazil’s insurance and reinsurance sectors.


ING Group reports third-quarter net result of €1.79 billion

ING Group reported a net result of €1,787 million for the third quarter of 2025, driven by increases in both fee income and customer lending.


IMF outlines economic outlook and policy recommendations at APEC leaders’ meeting

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) presented its latest global economic outlook to leaders of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), whose member economies account for about 61 percent of global GDP.