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World Bank approves $120 million project to improve healthcare in El Salvador
By Globe Banner | Mar 19, 2025
The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved a project aimed at enhancing access to quality health services in El Salvador, with a particular focus on primary health care.
NCUA reports growth in credit union shares and deposits for Q4 2024
By Globe Banner | Mar 19, 2025
According to the National Credit Union Administration's latest Quarterly U.S. Map Review, federally insured credit unions showed growth in shares and deposits at the median for the year ending in the fourth quarter of 2024, though loans...
World Bank approves $600M for Morocco's human capital development
By Globe Banner | Mar 19, 2025
The World Bank has approved a $600 million financing package for Morocco, marking the third phase of the "Strengthening Human Capital for a Resilient Morocco" program.
World Bank debars Italian firm Panaque over corruption charges
By Globe Banner | Mar 19, 2025
The World Bank Group has announced a two-year debarment with conditional release for Italy-based Panaque, S.R.L. and its sole director, Oscar Di Santo.
Sun Life CFO Tim Deacon to speak at financial services conference
By Globe Banner | Mar 19, 2025
Tim Deacon, the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Sun Life, is set to participate in a fireside chat at the National Bank Financial Markets' 23rd Annual Financial Services Conference.
Geopolitical uncertainty to influence Australia's 2025/26 crop strategy, ANZ report indicates
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
As the 2025/26 winter crop season approaches, Australian growers will have to navigate through a landscape marked by global geopolitical uncertainty.
World Bank approves $1 billion project for productivity boost in Brazil
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
The World Bank Board of Directors has approved a US$1 billion project aimed at supporting Brazil's initiatives to enhance tax and financial stability, promote sustainable finance, and improve social inclusion.
World Bank approves funding for fiscal reforms in Rio Grande do Sul
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
The World Bank Board of Directors has approved a new financing package for the State of Rio Grande do Sul aimed at enhancing fiscal sustainability and public management efficiency.
NCUA releases 2024 annual report highlighting achievements and future priorities
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has published its 2024 Annual Report, detailing the agency's activities and achievements over the past year.
ANZ and BSL launch scams education pathway for victims
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
In a pioneering initiative in Australia, ANZ's MoneyMinded financial education program has introduced a customer referral pathway to provide repeated and deeply affected scams victims with access to a complimentary financial education workshop on...
World Bank backs $250 million expansion of São Paulo Metro Line 2
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
The World Bank Board of Directors has sanctioned a project to aid the expansion of São Paulo’s Metro Line 2 – Green.
Mali implements $73 million recovery plan following devastating floods
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
Severe flooding struck Mali in July and August 2024, causing widespread damage to health centers, schools, and infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and culverts.
Recent rains mitigate further cattle sell-offs in Northern Queensland
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
Recent rains in Northern Queensland have temporarily halted further cattle sell-offs amidst declining national herd numbers, as reported in ANZ's latest Agri Commodity Report.
Siemens announces workforce adjustments amid shifting market demands
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
Siemens has announced plans to adjust its workforce and business strategies in response to changing market demands.
Consumer confidence falls to its lowest since October 2024
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
Consumer confidence recently experienced a notable decline, with the index dropping 3.1 points to 83.8.
ANZ podcast hits one million listens milestone
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
ANZ has announced a significant achievement as its daily finance and economics podcast, "5 in 5 with ANZ," surpasses one million listens.
World Bank funds $162M for resilient roads in Espírito Santo
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
The World Bank has approved a financing package of $162.4 million to enhance road infrastructure resilience, safety, and sustainability in Espírito Santo, Brazil.
World Bank emphasizes human capital investment for growth in Guinea-Bissau
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
Some key findings from the Human Capital Review, a recent World Bank report, emphasize the importance of strengthening human capital in Guinea-Bissau to reduce poverty and foster sustainable growth.
World Bank Group's digital summit focuses on bridging the digital divide
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
The World Bank Group held its second annual Global Digital Summit on March 18, 2025, in Washington.
Homebuyers face extra costs as stamp duty deadline approaches
By Globe Banner | Mar 18, 2025
Data from Barclays Property Insights reveals a significant increase in mortgage completions and first-time buyer purchases following recent changes to the stamp duty.