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FPT partners with audax Financial Technology for growth in Asia-Pacific
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Global IT services provider FPT has announced a strategic partnership with audax Financial Technology, a digital banking technology solutions provider backed by Standard Chartered.
German SMEs show improved sentiment amid rising hopes for economic recovery
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Confidence among German small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) showed signs of improvement in June, according to the latest KfW-ifo SME Barometer.
World Bank supports environmental efforts in Eastern Partnership countries
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
The European Union for Environment (EU4Environment) is a €20 million initiative funded by the European Union, with the World Bank as one of its implementing partners.
Zambia forecasts economic growth driven by mining sector advancements
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Zambia's economy demonstrated resilience in 2024, expanding by 4% despite facing challenges such as drought and power outages.
Arch Insurance International appoints Stephen Convery as senior construction underwriter
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Arch Insurance International has announced the appointment of Stephen Convery as a Senior Construction Underwriter.
International students increasingly targeted for money mule schemes
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Money mule activities are increasingly recognized as a significant challenge in the fight against money laundering and associated crimes.
KfW IPEX-Bank supports Vantage Data Centers' new sustainable facility in Germany
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Vantage Data Centers is constructing a new data center near Frankfurt am Main, Germany.
World Bank highlights digital transformation's role in boosting Thailand's economic growth
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Bangkok, July 3, 2025 – The World Bank has released its latest Thailand Economic Monitor titled "Digital Pathways to Growth," highlighting the potential of digital transformation to enhance Thailand's competitiveness, job creation, and long-term...
HSBC sells its UK life insurance unit to Chesnara
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
HSBC Bank plc, a subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc, has agreed to sell its UK life insurance entity, HSBC Life (UK) Limited, to Chesnara plc.
Morgan Stanley releases July 2025 edition of "The BEAT
By Globe Banner | Jul 3, 2025
Morgan Stanley Investment Management has released its latest edition of "The BEAT" for July 2025, providing insights into the current investment environment.
ANZ launches confirmation of payee service to enhance payment security
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
ANZ has announced the launch of a new tool called Confirmation of Payee, aimed at enhancing payment security for its customers.
Arch Insurance appoints Jeff Kaufmann as head of new U.S. marine division
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
Arch Insurance North America has appointed Jeff Kaufmann as Executive Vice President and Head of Marine, effective July 7.
World Bank appoints Andrew Kircher as resident representative in Honduras
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
Andrew Kircher has been appointed as the World Bank Group Resident Representative for Honduras.
World Bank appoints new representative for Solomon Islands and Vanuatu
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
Starting July 1, Bernard Harborne assumes the role of World Bank Group Resident Representative for Solomon Islands and Vanuatu.
KfW confirms funding plans amidst rising demand for safe investments
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
KfW, a prominent promotional bank, has confirmed its funding volume for 2025 to be between EUR 65 and 70 billion.
Gap fund aids Cambodian cities in green transition
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
Cambodia is undergoing rapid urbanization, with nearly a quarter of its 17 million population residing in cities.
Sogecap issues EUR 800 million restricted Tier 1 notes
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
Sogecap, a life insurance company under the Societe Generale group, has announced the successful placement of EUR 800 million in restricted Tier 1 perpetual notes.
UOB Thailand partners with Frasers Property to boost Southeast Asian industrial investment
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
UOB Thailand and Frasers Property Industrial Thailand have entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to promote industrial investment, trade, and financial support for businesses in Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia.
Crecer Sano Project improves healthcare access across Guatemalan highlands
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
Just over a year ago, Laura Guarcas had to endure a two-hour journey and spend up to 150 quetzales for a child’s fever or prenatal checkup.
World Bank partners with GEF to boost global environmental sustainability
By Globe Banner | Jul 2, 2025
The Global Environment Facility (GEF), co-founded by the World Bank Group, United Nations Environment Programme, and United Nations Development Programme over 34 years ago, continues to address critical environmental challenges worldwide.