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World Bank enhances crisis toolkit amid Caribbean leaders' advocacy
By Globe Banner | Mar 12, 2025
In 1980, Adolf Ratzka, a German disability rights activist, became frustrated with decisions about disabled people’s lives being made without their input.
Liberia aims for sustainable growth through ambitious economic transformations
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
Liberia, one of the world's poorest nations, faces significant challenges including high poverty rates, low human development, and inadequate sanitation.
Macquarie Group hosts investor tour focusing on EMEA operations
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
Macquarie Group Limited is conducting a four-day investor tour in Paris and London, running from March 10 to March 13, 2025.
Consumer confidence sees further decline amid global economic concerns
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
Consumer confidence dropped by 0.8 points to 86.9 points last week.
Heritage Hub Federal Credit Union receives charter to serve Texas community
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has granted a federal charter and Share Insurance Fund coverage to the Heritage Hub Federal Credit Union in Houston.
World Bank suggests key reforms for sustainable growth in Liberia
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
The World Bank has released a new report titled "Escaping the Natural Resource Trap: Pathways to Sustainable Growth and Economic Diversification in Liberia."
UK card spending sees slight growth amid economic uncertainty
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
Consumer card spending in the UK saw a modest increase of 1.0% year-on-year in February, according to the latest Barclays Consumer Spend report.
Standard Chartered launches new club for ultra-high-net-worth client investments
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
Standard Chartered has introduced the Private Markets Co-Investment Club (CIC) for ultra-high-net-worth clients, offering them access to private market co-investment opportunities worldwide.
World Bank suggests roadmap for eradicating extreme poverty in Mexico
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
The World Bank has released a new Poverty and Equity Report on Mexico, suggesting that the eradication of extreme poverty in the country can be achieved through targeted public policy.
Mexico's path to eradicating extreme poverty: Key policy recommendations
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
The report on poverty reduction in Mexico outlines three key policy areas necessary for eradicating extreme poverty: inclusive growth, efficient social policy, and infrastructure to address vulnerability.
Demographic changes challenge German SMEs with recruitment issues
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
The demographic trends in Germany are presenting significant challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to recent findings from the KfW SME Panel of September 2024.
ING progresses with share buyback programme
By Globe Banner | Mar 11, 2025
ING has reported progress on its €2.0 billion share buyback program, initially announced on October 31, 2024.
Macquarie hosts EMEA investor tour focusing on regional business updates
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Macquarie Group Limited is conducting its 2025 EMEA Investor Tour from March 10 to March 13 in Paris and London.
World Bank supports Albania’s digital transformation with $80 million funding
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
The World Bank Group's Board of Executive Directors has approved an additional $80 million in financing to support Albania's public sector modernization and digital transformation agenda.
Fubon Financial reports strong earnings growth across subsidiaries in February
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Fubon Financial Holdings has announced its earnings results for February 2025, reporting an unaudited consolidated pre-tax profit of NT$18.11 billion and a net profit of NT$14.80 billion.
ANZ branches in Queensland and NSW reopen after cyclone impact
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
ANZ Bank has announced the reopening of the majority of its branches in Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales following the aftermath of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Innovation paradox challenges growth potential in Latin America
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
A bakery in Lima, founded in 2007, is redefining the perception of traditional industries by embracing innovation and growth.
Report highlights challenges for middle-income countries aiming for high-income status
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Since 1990, a total of 27 countries worldwide have achieved high-income status.
ANZ advises caution as scammers target Australians post-Cyclone Alfred
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
As Australians recover from the impacts of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ) is calling on its customers and the wider community to remain vigilant against scammers.
Standard Chartered launches first social bond for emerging markets
By Globe Banner | Mar 10, 2025
Standard Chartered has issued its inaugural Social Bond, a move aimed at supporting sustainable development in low-income countries within its emerging market footprint.