News from January 2025
ING continues share buyback with over 52 million shares repurchased
By Globe Banner | Jan 7, 2025
ING has announced progress in its €2.0 billion share buyback programme.
Siemens launches startup support program at CES 2025
By Globe Banner | Jan 7, 2025
Siemens has introduced a new initiative, Siemens for Startups, aimed at empowering early-stage engineering and manufacturing startups.
UK consumer card spending remains flat amid focus on entertainment and travel
By Globe Banner | Jan 7, 2025
Consumer spending in the UK remained flat in December, according to the latest Barclays Consumer Spend report.
U.S trade deficit widens to over $78 Billion in November
By Globe Banner | Jan 7, 2025
The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis have reported an increase in the goods and services deficit for November 2024, reaching $78.2 billion.
World Bank raises $6 billion through record-breaking sustainable development bond
By Globe Banner | Jan 7, 2025
The World Bank has successfully issued a 7-year Sustainable Development Bond, raising USD 6 billion.
Bountycaster Co-Founder on loan rejection: I 'Experienced Operation Chokepoint 2.0 firsthand'
By Globe Banner | Jan 6, 2025
Linda Xie, co-founder of Bountycaster, reported being denied multiple times for a personal mortgage and banking services related to her cryptocurrency fund due to what she described as "Chokepoint 2.0."
India begins probe into steel product imports amid domestic industry concerns
By Globe Banner | Jan 6, 2025
India has initiated a safeguard investigation concerning non-alloy and alloy steel flat products.
NCUA releases report on credit union diversity self-assessment results for 2023
By Globe Banner | Jan 6, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has released the 2023 Credit Union Diversity Self-Assessment Results Report.
E*TRADE releases monthly study on S&P 500 sector rotation
By Globe Banner | Jan 6, 2025
E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley has released its monthly sector rotation study, which examines the buying and selling behaviors of E*TRADE customers in relation to stocks within the S&P 500 sectors.
United States strengthens alliance with Ecuador for enhanced security measures in 2024
By Globe Banner | Jan 6, 2025
The United States has played a crucial role in enhancing security measures in Ecuador throughout 2024.
Chile secures $5.1M funding for reducing carbon emissions
By Globe Banner | Jan 6, 2025
Chile has secured $5.1 million from the World Bank’s Forest Carbon Partnership Facility (FCPF) for reducing 1.03 million tons of carbon emissions related to deforestation and forest degradation.
Youth murals depict hopes for Bangladesh's future
By Globe Banner | Jan 6, 2025
Bangladeshi youth have transformed city walls into vibrant canvases, painting murals that reflect their vision for the future.
Siemens showcases industrial AI innovations at CES 2025
By Globe Banner | Jan 6, 2025
Siemens presented its latest advancements in industrial AI and digital twin technology at CES 2025 in Las Vegas.
Barclays highlights prevalent scams in 2024; calls for vigilance
By Globe Banner | Jan 3, 2025
Barclays has unveiled research highlighting the prevalence of scams in 2024, with one in five consumers reportedly falling victim to fraudulent activities.
World Bank launches AUD $1.75B bond as part of its sustainable development efforts
By Globe Banner | Jan 3, 2025
The World Bank has initiated its 2025 funding program with a successful launch of an Australian dollar 1.75 billion five-year bond.
IMF releases reports on economic evaluations for multiple countries
By Globe Banner | Jan 3, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a series of reports and assessments for various countries, highlighting different economic and financial evaluations.
Polka expands with unique non-alcoholic beverages backed by NAB support
By Globe Banner | Jan 3, 2025
Non-alcoholic beverages, often called "non-alc" drinks, have witnessed a surge in popularity as an increasing number of consumers opt for health-conscious drinking alternatives.
ING announces shareholder distribution details with January cash payment
By Globe Banner | Jan 3, 2025
ING has announced a cash payment of €0.161 per share, scheduled for January 16, 2025.
Binance marks 21st global regulatory milestone with authorization in Brazil
By Globe Banner | Jan 2, 2025
Binance has announced that it has secured regulatory approval from the Central Bank of Brazil to acquire Sim;paul, a licensed broker-dealer.
KfW provides EUR 100 million loan to boost Chile's green hydrogen sector
By Globe Banner | Jan 2, 2025
KfW has entered into an agreement with the Republic of Chile to provide a promotional loan of EUR 100 million aimed at developing a green hydrogen economy in the country.