News from October 2025
Global economic outlook forecasts slowdowns in US and China; Eurozone recovery continues
By Globe Banner | Oct 18, 2025
The latest macroeconomic outlook for 2025-2026 suggests ongoing uncertainty in the global environment, with economic growth patterns diverging across regions.
Toyota Mobility Foundation partners with Michelin Foundation and Tourisme & Handicaps for accessible mobility
By Globe Banner | Oct 18, 2025
The Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF), established by Toyota Motor Corporation in August 2014, has announced a two-year partnership with the Michelin Foundation and Tourisme & Handicaps.
Swansea professor named Chief Scientist at Royal Pharmaceutical Society
By Globe Banner | Oct 18, 2025
Professor Amira Guirguis, a leading expert in substance misuse, medicines safety, and pharmaceutical science, has been appointed Chief Scientist at the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).
Facebook introduces smarter recommendations and interactive features for Reels
By Globe Banner | Oct 18, 2025
Facebook has announced new features aimed at making it easier for users to find and share Reels, as well as interact with friends over video content.
Howden Re’s Carrie Byler discusses US casualty reinsurance changes ahead of 1.1 renewals
By Globe Banner | Oct 18, 2025
Carrie Byler, Managing Director and Head of U.S. General Casualty at Howden Re, spoke with Intelligent Insurer about the evolving U.S. casualty reinsurance market ahead of the 1.1 renewals.
Australian job ads fall for third straight month as labor market eases
By Globe Banner | Oct 18, 2025
ANZ-Indeed Australian Job Ads dropped by 3.3 percent month-on-month in September, following a revised decline of 0.3 percent in August.
Australian consumer confidence falls after central bank holds interest rates
By Globe Banner | Oct 18, 2025
Consumer confidence in Australia declined last week following the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) decision to keep the cash rate unchanged at 3.60 percent.
Morgan Stanley Investment Management issues October 2025 edition of The BEAT with risk disclosures
By Globe Banner | Oct 18, 2025
Morgan Stanley Investment Management has released the October 2025 edition of "The BEAT," providing market insights and strategies for investors navigating current conditions.
Howden executive highlights growth and future trends in catastrophe bond market
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
Catastrophe bonds, or cat bonds, have become a key element in reinsurance strategies, according to Mitchell Rosenberg, Managing Director and Co-Head of Global ILS at Howden Capital Markets & Advisory.
Instagram launches updated Map feature for Indian users
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
Instagram has expanded its Map feature to users in India, introducing updates aimed at improving user understanding and experience.
CAFE Association Executive Director on industry standards: 'Our mission is to protect vulnerable populations, provide trusted resources'
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
Edward "Coach" Weinhaus, the Founding Executive Director of the CAFE Association, said that the organization was established to bridge consumer protection with industry responsibility through education and best practices.
Samsung and GRAIL partner to bring early cancer detection test to Asian markets
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
Samsung C&T and Samsung Electronics have entered into a binding Letter of Intent with GRAIL, Inc. to collaborate on bringing GRAIL’s Galleri multi-cancer early detection (MCED) test to key Asian markets.
Oxford-led team launches EPIONE project for advanced chronic pain treatments
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
A new project led by the University of Oxford aims to change how chronic pain is treated.
Volkswagen extends CEO Oliver Blume’s contract through 2030
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
Oliver Blume will continue as Chief Executive Officer of Volkswagen AG until the end of 2030.
Meta to launch new parental controls for teen AI interactions on Instagram
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
Meta has announced new measures to help parents manage their teenagers' interactions with artificial intelligence (AI) on its platforms.
IMFC discusses global economic transformation amid uncertainty
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
The International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC) convened its fifty-second meeting in Washington, D.C. on October 17, 2025.
Facebook launches AI-powered photo and video sharing suggestions in US and Canada
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
Facebook has introduced a new feature aimed at making it easier for users to share photos and videos.
IMF reports steady growth for Latin America amid global uncertainty
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
Growth in Latin America and the Caribbean has remained steady despite global uncertainty, according to remarks delivered at the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Western Hemisphere Department press briefing on October 17, 2025.
Bank of America to redeem €1.75 billion senior notes ahead of maturity
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
Bank of America Corporation announced that it will redeem all €1,750,000,000 principal amount outstanding of its 1.949% Fixed/Floating Rate Senior Notes, due October 27, 2026, on October 27, 2025.
U.S. Embassy Athens issues alert ahead of planned protests in Chania, Crete
By Globe Banner | Oct 17, 2025
Protests are planned in and around Chania, Crete, on October 17-18, 2025, according to an alert from the U.S. Embassy in Athens.