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News from December 2024


Cinema boosts drive UK entertainment spend despite economic challenges

Consumer spending in the UK experienced a mixed performance in November, according to the latest Barclays Consumer Spend report.


ING acknowledges 2024 EU-wide Transparency Exercise outcome

ING Groep N.V. has acknowledged the announcements made by the European Banking Authority (EBA) and the European Central Bank (ECB) concerning the 2024 EU-wide Transparency Exercise.


World Bank official reflects on tenure in Albania

Emanuel Salinas, the outgoing World Bank Country Manager for Albania, shared his experiences and reflections on his tenure in an interview originally broadcasted by A2CNN TV station.


NCUA announces board meeting schedule for upcoming year

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board has announced its meeting schedule for 2025.


IMF completes third review under extended credit facility arrangement with Ghana

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the third review of Ghana's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement, a $3 billion program over 36 months that began in May 2023.


Middle powers urged by WTO chief to defend multilateral trading system

The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, recently addressed an audience in Singapore, urging middle powers to play a more active role in defending and reforming the multilateral trading system.


Battery-powered trains debuting in North Rhine-Westphalia by summer 2026

The first battery-powered trains for North Rhine-Westphalia are set to begin service in 2026, marking a significant step towards environmentally friendly transportation.



Croatia increases financial commitment to International Development Association by 115

The Government of Croatia has announced a significant increase in its financial commitment to the International Development Association (IDA) for the 21st replenishment cycle, known as IDA21.


E*TRADE unveils new sector rotation study for S&P 500

E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley has released the latest data from its monthly sector rotation study.


U.S. Consulate offers passport and notarial services in Cuenca

The U.S. Consulate General in Guayaquil has announced that its representatives will offer notarial and passport services in Cuenca on December 17 and 18, 2024.


Croatia boosts support for global development with increased pledge to IDA21

The Government of Croatia has announced a substantial increase in its financial commitment to the International Development Association (IDA) for the 21st replenishment cycle, known as IDA21.


World Bank outlines project timeline for Mozambique initiatives

The World Bank has clarified details regarding its recent and upcoming project approvals in Mozambique.


Job ads decline slightly across Australia; Queensland sees growth

ANZ-Indeed Australian Job Ads experienced a 1.3% decrease in November, following a revised 0.7% increase in October.