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Saver Plus helps thousands save millions for education since 2003

The Saver Plus program, a financial education and matched savings initiative, has reached a significant milestone by assisting over 50,000 Australians in improving their financial wellbeing since its inception in 2003.


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ANZ launches cashback program for credit and debit card holders

ANZ has introduced the Cashrewards Max program, a new initiative allowing its personal credit and debit card customers to earn cashback on their spending.


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Energea Global and BTG Pactual team up to develop solar projects in Brazil, playing 'crucial role in the global energy transition'

Energea Global, a renewable energy investment manager, recently signed a $27 million deal with BTG Pactual, the largest investment bank in Latin America, to construct a portfolio of solar projects in Brazil.


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Coinbase receives licensing approval to expand to Germany

As the cryptocurrency craze enters yet another wave, Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency buying and selling service, recently announced it is expanding to Germany.


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Farhan Faruqui named new CFO at ANZ

ANZ has announced the appointment of Farhan Faruqui as Chief Financial Officer, effective from October. Mr. Faruqui will report directly to CEO Shayne Elliott and will be based in Melbourne.


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Square acquires Afterpay for $29B to make finances ‘more fair, accessible and inclusive’

Square is entering the quickly-growing installment loan market with its acquisition   of the Australian fintech company Afterpay.


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Christine O'Reilly appointed to ANZ Board effective November 2021

The Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited (ANZ) has announced the appointment of Christine O’Reilly to its Board as a non-executive director, effective from November 1, 2021.


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American Airlines and JetSMART sign 'letter of intent' to expand Western Hemisphere routes

American Airlines has signed a letter of intent with South American budget airline JetSMART to expand its routes in North and South America.


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ANZ introduces sustainability-linked derivatives in Asia-Pacific

ANZ has introduced a Sustainability-Linked Derivative product in several regions, including Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, and Singapore.


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ANZ partners with AIFFP for infrastructure development at Fiji Airports

ANZ has entered into a partnership with the Australian Infrastructure Financing Facility for the Pacific (AIFFP) to support capital works projects at Fiji Airports.


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R.J. O’Brien & Associates promotes two senior executives who have ‘demonstrated extraordinary capabilities’

Independent futures brokerage firm R.J. O’Brien & Associates has promoted Terry Gilhooly to global Chief Operating Officer and Heather Rucci to Chief Human Resources Officer.


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ANZ creates standalone entity for venture unit called 1835i

ANZ has announced plans to separate its ANZi ventures and incubator business into a new stand-alone entity named 1835i.


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ANZ Bank seeks older workers amid rising unemployment

ANZ Bank is taking steps to bring older workers back into the workforce, according to a recent discussion between Shayne Elliott, ANZ CEO, and Mark Burrows from Nine News.


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ANZ CEO discusses COVID-19 impact on business caution and vaccination efforts

Neil Mitchell recently engaged in a conversation with Shayne Elliott, CEO of ANZ Bank, discussing the economic impacts of COVID-19 and other pressing issues.


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ANZ announces $1.5 billion share buy-back amid COVID-19 challenges

ANZ has announced its intention to repurchase up to $1.5 billion of shares on the market as part of its capital management strategy.


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ANZ offers support amid COVID-19 lockdowns in Australia

ANZ has announced its commitment to assist Australians affected by the recent COVID-19 lockdowns in Victoria and tightened restrictions in New South Wales.


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Recent $2.1 billion merger of CAPTRUST and NNP is good for business, partner says

The merger of South Carolina wealth management firm Nachman Norwood and Parrott with North Carolina-based investment company CAPTRUST will be a good, competitive fit going forward, an NNP partner said.


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ANZ offers $250k in grants through Seeds of Renewal program

Applications are now open for the ANZ Seeds of Renewal program, offering grants of up to $15,000 for not-for-profit organizations in remote, rural, and regional areas.


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Australians see signs of recovery in financial wellbeing post-pandemic

New research indicates signs of recovery in the financial wellbeing of Australians since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.


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ANZ partners with Cashrewards for exclusive customer cashback program

ANZ has announced a partnership with Cashrewards, an ASX-listed company, allowing 4.7 million ANZ customers to earn cashback payments from over 1,700 retailers.