News from October 2025
IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Jordan on economic reform reviews
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2025
A staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by César Serra, visited Amman from September 28 to October 7, 2025, to discuss the fourth review of Jordan’s economic reform program under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the first...
U.S. Department of Energy discusses nuclear-affected atolls during Marshall Islands visit
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2025
In July 2025, representatives from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) visited the Republic of the Marshall Islands as part of ongoing engagement between the United States and the island nation.
Johnson & Johnson reports positive phase 2b results for oral ulcerative colitis drug candidate
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2025
Johnson & Johnson has announced new 12-week data from its Phase 2b ANTHEM-UC study of icotrokinra, an investigational oral peptide that targets the IL-23 receptor, in adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis.
Oxford tops Times Higher Education global rankings for tenth straight year
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2025
Oxford University has secured the top position in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings for the tenth consecutive year.
World Bank urges job creation focus for growth in Western Balkans
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2025
Economic growth in the Western Balkans is expected to pick up in 2026 and show a stronger recovery in 2027, according to a new World Bank report.
BMO’s Carolyn Booth recognized among most powerful women in banking by American Banker
By Globe Banner | Oct 7, 2025
Carolyn Booth, Head of U.S. Personal and Business Banking at BMO, has been named to American Banker Magazine's "Most Powerful Women in Banking" list.
RenaissanceRe to discuss Q3 2025 financial results in October conference call
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. has announced it will hold a conference call for investors on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss its third quarter financial results and company outlook.
Diversity Visa 2026 registration dates announced with reminders on eligibility and fraud
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has announced the registration period for the Diversity Visa (DV) 2026 Program.
IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Guinea-Bissau on ninth review under credit facility
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Mission Chief Niko Hobdari, has reached a staff-level agreement with authorities in Guinea-Bissau regarding the Ninth Review of the country’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement.
Johnson & Johnson to join Guggenheim Healthcare Innovation Conference on November 11
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
Johnson & Johnson announced it will take part in the Guggenheim Securities 2nd Annual Healthcare Innovation Conference on November 11, 2025.
U.S. Embassy Bogota announces early closure due to planned protest on October 7
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
The U.S. Embassy in Bogota has announced it will close early on October 7, 2025, due to anticipated large-scale protests and transportation disruptions in the city.
U.S. Embassy in Serbia issues security alert for Americans on October 7 anniversary
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
U.S. citizens in Serbia have been advised to remain alert due to the anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel.
Berlin introduces full online company registration via KfW start-up platform app
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
Entrepreneurs in Berlin can now register their businesses and complete tax registration through a single digital process using KfW’s start-up platform app.
Standard Chartered surpasses USD3 billion in Signature CIO Funds AUM after three years
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
Standard Chartered has announced that its Signature CIO Funds have surpassed USD3 billion in assets under management (AUM) three years after their launch.
FXStreet sees path to $1,300 as BNB sets record high
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
FXStreet has reported that Binance Coin (BNB) has reached a new all-time high, surpassing $1,200, with potential for further gains to $1,300.
U.S. Embassy Tirana issues security alert for Americans amid regional tensions
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
U.S. citizens in Albania have been advised to exercise increased caution around the anniversary of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks in Israel.
U.S. Embassy in Cyprus issues alert ahead of October 7 attack anniversary
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
U.S. citizens in Cyprus have been advised to exercise increased caution due to the anniversary of the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks in Israel.
Howden Re leaders discuss hurricane impacts and resilience after Helene and Milton
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
Hurricanes Helene and Milton struck in 2024, causing tens of billions in insured losses but leaving the reinsurance market stable.
U.S. Embassy consular officers to offer citizen services in Lviv on October 15
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
Consular officers from the U.S. Embassy in Kyiv will provide services for U.S. citizens in Lviv on October 15, 2025.
Tom Murphy appointed president as Sun Life consolidates asset management operations
By Globe Banner | Oct 6, 2025
Sun Life has announced that Tom Murphy will become President of Sun Life Asset Management as the company brings all its asset management businesses together under one organizational structure.