News from November 2025
Private equity continues rapid growth as Morgan Stanley highlights key strategies
By Globe Banner | Nov 15, 2025
Private equity has become one of the fastest-growing segments in alternative investments, with assets under management increasing from $744 billion in 2004 to $9.7 trillion as of December 2024, according to Preqin.
PIK and KfW Research call for tripling global climate investments
By Globe Banner | Nov 15, 2025
The Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK) and KfW Research have released a joint discussion paper addressing the challenges posed by limited greenhouse gas emission budgets and increasing geoeconomic fragmentation.
Siemens announces plan to reduce stake in Siemens Healthineers
By Globe Banner | Nov 15, 2025
Siemens has announced plans to reduce its ownership in Siemens Healthineers, shifting from a controlling stake to a significant minority interest.
German regional energy suppliers face €346bn financing gap for green transition
By Globe Banner | Nov 15, 2025
Energy suppliers in Germany are expected to invest EUR 535 billion in regional energy transition projects by 2045, according to a new study commissioned by KfW and conducted by PwC Germany.
Siemens releases TIA Portal V21 with improved efficiency and plant availability
By Globe Banner | Nov 15, 2025
TIA Portal V21, the latest version of Siemens’ engineering framework, introduces features aimed at improving efficiency and increasing plant availability.
U.S., Trinidad & Tobago mark decades-long military partnership with new initiatives
By Globe Banner | Nov 15, 2025
The United States and Trinidad and Tobago have a long history of military cooperation, marked by recent joint activities and ongoing support.
Morgan Stanley announces dividends for multiple preferred stock series
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
Morgan Stanley has announced regular dividends for several of its preferred stock series.
WhatsApp introduces cross-app messaging in Europe under Digital Markets Act
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
WhatsApp users in Europe will soon be able to send messages to people using other messaging platforms, following Meta's efforts to comply with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA).
Oxford researchers develop soft robotic modules that synchronize movement without electronics
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
Researchers at the University of Oxford have developed a new approach in soft robotics, enabling robots to synchronize their movements through mechanical interaction with their environment.
Amazon Web Services becomes official cloud provider of DP World Tour
By L. G. Crowe | Nov 14, 2025
Amazon has announced that Amazon Web Services (AWS) will become the official cloud provider of the DP World Tour.
U.S. Embassy issues safety notice ahead of festival and protests in Bratislava
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
A two-day festival is scheduled to take place in Bratislava from November 16-17, with events occurring at Freedom Square and other locations throughout the city.
U.S. Embassy cancels November 17 visa interviews due to rally-related disruptions
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines has announced the cancellation of all visa interview appointments scheduled for Monday, November 17.
U.S., Sri Lanka strengthen ties with new defense cooperation agreement
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
The United States and Sri Lanka have formalized their defense partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed on November 14, 2025, at the Ministry of Defense in Colombo.
WhatsApp introduces cross-app messaging in Europe under Digital Markets Act
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
WhatsApp users in Europe will soon be able to send messages to people using other messaging platforms, following Meta's efforts to comply with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA).
Peace Corps swears in new group of volunteers for service across Madagascar
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
Twenty new Peace Corps Volunteers have been sworn in to begin their two-year service in Madagascar. U.S. Ambassador to Madagascar and Comoros Claire Pierangelo administered the oath, marking the start of assignments in education, health, and...
Meta expands community action grants program to more U.S. data center locations
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
Meta has opened applications for its 2026 Data Center Community Action Grants program, which offers funding to schools, nonprofits, and community organizations in areas where the company operates data centers.
American Institute in Taiwan seeks suppliers for office products
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) has announced an open call for qualified companies to supply office products.
Swiss Re posts $4 billion profit over first nine months amid strong P&C performance
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
Swiss Re has announced a net income of USD 4.0 billion for the first nine months of 2025, marking an 85% increase compared to USD 2.2 billion during the same period in 2024.
U.S. Consulate General Almaty announces public auction of used property
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
The U.S. Consulate General in Almaty has announced an auction scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025.
U.S. Embassy issues alert ahead of annual November 17 demonstrations in Greece
By Globe Banner | Nov 14, 2025
U.S. citizens in Greece have been alerted to demonstrations planned for Monday, November 17, 2025, in Athens and Thessaloniki.