News from 2025
Australian consumer confidence reaches highest level since May 2022
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
Consumer confidence in Australia has reached its highest level in three years, according to the latest ANZ-Roy Morgan Australian Consumer Confidence survey.
Siemens receives platinum rating from EcoVadis for sustainability performance
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
Siemens has received a Platinum rating and its highest-ever score from EcoVadis, a global provider of business sustainability ratings.
Toyota highlights sustainability efforts and market presence across Europe
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA (TME) manages the wholesale sales and marketing of Toyota, GR (Gazoo Racing), and Lexus vehicles, as well as parts and accessories in Europe.
Geopolitical uncertainty impacts German venture capital market as investor sentiment declines
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
Investor sentiment in the German venture capital market has declined sharply due to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, according to the latest findings from KfW Research.
EU regulation faces criticism over impact on tech innovation and business messaging
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
The European Union's regulatory environment is facing criticism for hindering business growth and innovation, particularly in the technology sector.
German private equity market sentiment rises sharply in second quarter of 2025
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
Sentiment in the German private equity market increased sharply in early summer, according to the latest data.
E*TRADE releases monthly sector rotation study analyzing S&P 500 customer trading
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley has published its monthly sector rotation study, which analyzes the notional net percentage buy and sell activity of E*TRADE customers in stocks that make up the S&P 500 sectors.
NAB Foundation awards $180k to Odonata Foundation and Bush Heritage Australia for conservation
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
The NAB Foundation has awarded grants to two conservation groups, Odonata Foundation and Bush Heritage Australia, in recognition of World Nature Conservation Day 2025.
South Africa begins safeguard probe on flat-rolled iron and steel products
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
South Africa has started a safeguard investigation concerning certain flat-rolled products of iron or non-alloy steel.
Oxford study calls for clearer UK strategy on welcoming newcomers
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
Oxford research has found that the UK spent more than £20 billion over the past decade on efforts to welcome and integrate newcomers, but this investment was spread across 26 different funding streams and lacked a clear overall goal.
Instagram adds reposts, interactive map, and Friends tab for enhanced social connections
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
Instagram has announced the launch of several new features aimed at making it easier for users to connect with friends on the platform.
U.S. congratulates Bolivia on 200th anniversary of independence
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
The United States has extended its congratulations to Bolivia on the occasion of the country's 200th anniversary of independence.
Oxford launches £27 million centre focused on youth mental health research
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
The University of Oxford has announced the creation of the Oxford Centre for Emerging Minds Research, supported by a £27 million donation from The Paul Foundation.
WTO announces provisional programme for its 2025 Public Forum
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
The World Trade Organization (WTO) has released the provisional programme for its 2025 Public Forum, which will feature 77 sessions focused on the impact of digital advancements on international trade and global connectivity.
Number of UK renters saving for house deposits falls sharply
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
Renters in the UK are finding it increasingly difficult to save for a house deposit, with only 17 per cent reporting active savings in July, down from 31 per cent in January.
Macquarie Asset Management launches Summerland Storage Partners targeting US self-storage market
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) has announced the launch of Summerland Storage Partners, a new self-storage platform focused on building a diverse portfolio of self-storage assets in key markets across the United States.
U.S. Ambassador attends opening of Englander showroom in Colombo
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
The grand opening of Englander’s flagship showroom took place on August 6, 2025, at the Arpico Supercentre in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
U.S.-Indonesia boost border security with new tools and joint training
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
The U.S. Embassy’s Overseas Criminal Investigations Unit (OCIU) recently visited Medan from July 28 to 31 to reinforce security cooperation between the United States and Indonesia.
United States calls on regional council to reject recent Venezuelan elections
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
The United States has voiced its concerns about the ongoing political and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, calling attention to what it describes as a pattern of repression and electoral fraud by the Maduro regime.
U.S. Embassy thanks Royal New Zealand Air Force for Antarctic medevac
By Globe Banner | Aug 6, 2025
The U.S. Embassy has publicly thanked the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) for a recent medical evacuation mission from McMurdo Station in Antarctica.