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Macquarie Asset Management provides €51 million financing for Finnish onshore wind farms

Macquarie Asset Management has extended €51 million in second lien financing to an onshore wind platform in Finland.


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Swiss Re posts $2.6B profit for H1 2025 amid higher underwriting margins

Swiss Re reported a net income of USD 2.6 billion for the first half of 2025, an increase from USD 2.1 billion in the same period last year.


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SLGI Asset Management updates fund lineup with new sub-advisors and fund closure

SLGI Asset Management Inc., a subsidiary of Sun Life Financial Inc., has announced several changes to its mutual fund lineup.


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Axis Capital introduces new unit for structured capacity solutions

AXIS Capital Holdings Limited has announced the launch of AXIS Capacity Solutions, a new business unit focused on structured and multi-line portfolio capacity deals.


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Yuanta Group receives Taipei City award for creating motherhood-friendly workplaces

The Yuanta Group, which employs around ten thousand financial professionals, has been recognized for its efforts to create a supportive workplace for parents.


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Credit access tightens for German SMEs while large firms see improved lending terms

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany are experiencing increased difficulty in obtaining loans, according to recent findings from the KfW ifo Credit Constraint Indicator.


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European private credit grows rapidly as part of global investor portfolios

Private credit has experienced notable growth over the last decade, with global assets under management reaching approximately $1.7 trillion in 2024, according to Preqin data.


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Siemens posts higher orders and confirms outlook amid volatile market

Siemens AG reported strong results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, highlighting continued growth in orders, revenue, and net income despite ongoing volatility in global markets.


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KfW reports higher lending volumes driven by SME climate investments in first half of 2025

KfW reported an increase in new financing commitments for the first half of 2025, reaching EUR 39.4 billion, which is EUR 4.7 billion higher than the same period last year.


Banking & Financial Services

Siemens reports Q3 FY25 results; confirms outlook amid ongoing market volatility

Siemens AG reported continued growth in its third quarter of fiscal year 2025, highlighting increases in orders, revenue, and net income despite challenging global market conditions.


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ANZ revises home loan rules aiming at better access for self-employed Australians

ANZ has introduced changes to its home loan policies aimed at making it easier for small business owners and sole traders in Australia to secure home loans.


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J.P. Morgan sets new record with 40 advisors on Forbes' next-gen best-in-state list

A total of 40 advisors from J.P. Morgan Wealth Management have been named to the 2025 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State ranking, marking a new record for the firm.


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Morgan Stanley IM outlines portfolio risks in August 2025 edition of The BEAT

Morgan Stanley Investment Management has released its August 2025 edition of The BEAT, a resource aimed at providing timely market insights and ideas for investors.


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KfW Research reports rise in German EV exports and shifting consumer attitudes

Electric vehicles are seeing significant growth in both global and German markets, according to a recent study by KfW Research.


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Cash holdings rise among US firms amid shift toward intangible investments

The latest report from Counterpoint Global examines how much cash companies should hold, focusing on issues related to capital allocation and capital structure.


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Zodia Markets raises $18 million to boost global growth and stablecoin solutions

Zodia Markets, a digital asset platform focused on enabling institutional capital through stablecoins, has secured $18.25 million in its Series A funding round.


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KfW-ifo index shows rising optimism among German SMEs despite challenges

Germany’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are showing growing optimism about the near future, according to the latest KfW-ifo Business Climate Index.


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DEG provides $50 million loan package to Tanzanian bank for small business support

DEG – Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH has announced a long-term loan of USD 50 million to CRDB Bank PLC in Tanzania.


Banking & Financial Services

ANZ cuts variable home loan rates after Reserve Bank reduces cash rate

ANZ has announced it will lower variable interest rates for its Australian home loan customers, following the Reserve Bank of Australia’s recent decision to cut the official cash rate.


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Yuanta Financial Holding Company wins HR Asia’s best workplace award for sixth time

Yuanta Financial Holding Company (FHC) has received the “Best Companies to Work for in Asia” award from HR Asia for the sixth time.