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ANZ chairman addresses investor call on ASIC settlement and bank transformation plans

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ) Chairman Paul O’Sullivan addressed investors regarding the bank’s settlement with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC).


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Barclays analysis finds UK investment gap surpasses £610 billion as cash holdings grow

New analysis from Barclays shows that the UK's investment gap increased by more than 30 percent between 2022 and 2024.


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World Bank report warns rising temperatures threaten health and economy in Bangladesh

Bangladesh is experiencing increasing health and economic challenges due to rising temperatures, according to a new World Bank report released on September 16, 2025.


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ANZ CEO addresses failings and outlines $150 million risk management overhaul

Nuno Matos, Chief Executive Officer of Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ), addressed investors in a call on September 15, 2025, focusing on recent failings within the bank and steps being taken to address them. “I’d like to start by...


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Jordan cuts ozone-depleting chemicals by 87% through World Bank-backed initiative

Jordan has made significant progress in reducing its use of ozone-depleting substances (ODS), cutting national consumption by 87 percent through cooperation with the private sector, according to the World Bank.


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World Bank vice president visits Sri Lanka to discuss economic reforms and job creation

Johannes Zutt, Vice President for South Asia at the World Bank, completed his first official visit to Sri Lanka on September 15, 2025.


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World Bank appoints Carlos Felipe Jaramillo as vice president for East Asia & Pacific

Carlos Felipe Jaramillo has been appointed as the new Vice President for the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) Region at the World Bank Group, effective September 15, 2025.


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Susana Cordeiro Guerra named vice president for Latin America at World Bank

Susana Cordeiro Guerra has been appointed as Vice President for the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) region at the World Bank Group, effective September 15, 2025.


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Sun Life U.S. earns fifth consecutive Top Workplace honor from Hartford Courant

Sun Life U.S. has been recognized as one of Hartford's Top Workplaces by the Hartford Courant for the fifth consecutive year.



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Australia sees increase in food sector M&A as priorities shift toward influence

Food, beverage and agriculture mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are increasing after a period of reduced activity.


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NCUA Board schedules September 18 meeting with focus on Share Insurance Fund

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board has announced it will hold a meeting on Thursday, September 18, starting at 10 a.m. Eastern Time.


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Kevin Corbally appointed managing director of capital management institutional at ANZ

Kevin Corbally will step down from his position as Group Chief Risk Officer at ANZ and take on the role of Managing Director, Capital Management Institutional.


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Barclays research shows dating costs hinder Gen Z’s financial confidence

New research from Barclays indicates that nearly one in five Gen Z adults in the UK, aged 18 to 27, consider being single a barrier to reaching their financial goals.


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World Bank urges stronger tax revenue efforts for sustained growth in Côte d’Ivoire

Côte d'Ivoire’s economy has shown strong growth and resilience despite global challenges, according to the World Bank’s latest economic update.


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Yuanta FHC receives national environmental protection award for fourth time

Yuanta Financial Holding Company (FHC) has received the National Enterprise Environmental Protection Award from Taiwan’s Ministry of the Environment for the fourth time since 2021.


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Zambia faces workforce challenge as copper production set to triple

Zambia is preparing for a significant increase in copper production, with the government aiming to triple output by 2031.


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ANZ announces leadership changes in its markets division

ANZ has announced that Anshul Sidher has stepped down from his position as Managing Director, Markets, effective immediately.


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Barclays appoints new leaders for private bank and wealth management businesses

Barclays has announced two senior leadership appointments within its Private Bank and Wealth Management (PBWM) UK and Crown Dependencies businesses.


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Fubon Financial reports strong profits across subsidiaries for August 2025

Fubon Financial Holding Co., Ltd. announced its unaudited financial results for August 2025, reporting a consolidated pre-tax profit of NT$12.65 billion and net profit of NT$11.10 billion for the month.