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Macquarie Bank suggests four questions to ask amid potential RBA rate cuts

With an official rate cut expected, Macquarie Bank advises Australian homeowners and savers to engage with their banks by asking four key questions to ensure they are getting the best financial deal.


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German VC market grows with record unicorns and foreign investment

After a slow start to the year, the German venture capital market showed significant growth in the second quarter.


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World Bank funds safer roads for cyclone-prone areas in Comoros

Comoros is set to rehabilitate 12 kilometers of climate-resilient roads, aimed at restoring connectivity and strengthening disaster resilience for 13,000 people in one of the country’s most cyclone-affected regions.


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Howden Re releases climate report highlighting increased weather variability in Brazil

Howden Re Brazil, in collaboration with climate analytics firm MeteoIA, has released the fifth issue of its Brazil and Global Climate Impacts report.


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Siemens partners with Microsoft for enhanced building IoT interoperability

Siemens has announced a collaboration with Microsoft to enhance the interoperability of IoT systems for buildings.


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World Bank appoints Juan Pablo Uribe as director for Central America region

The World Bank has appointed Juan Pablo Uribe as the new Division Director for Central America and the Dominican Republic, with his tenure beginning on July 1, 2025.


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Kin Insurance CEO discusses challenges and motivations

In a recent interview, Sean Harper, CEO of Kin Insurance, discussed the challenges and motivations behind his company's approach to homeowners insurance.


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Active management crucial for identifying undervalued quality small-caps

Historically, the quality approach to small-cap investing has delivered attractive risk-adjusted returns.


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World Bank report forecasts modest growth for Syrian economy in 2025

Following a 1.5% contraction in 2024, Syria's GDP is projected to grow by 1% in 2025, according to a World Bank report released on July 7, 2025.


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NAB Foundation grants $100k for flood relief efforts in New South Wales

The NAB Foundation has announced a $100,000 grant to Rural Aid, aimed at providing urgent feed relief in areas of New South Wales affected by recent floods.


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NAB announces half-year results highlighting strategic progress

NAB Group CEO Andrew Irvine has stated that the bank is effectively managing its business amid ongoing challenging operating conditions.


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NAB celebrates 6000th cloud certification through global tech academy

When NAB Engineer Avinash Chaudary recently completed his AWS Cloud Certification, it marked the 6000th cloud certification achieved through NAB’s Global Tech Academy and Cloud Guild program since its inception in 2018.


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NAB CEO discusses 2025 half year results and strategy

NAB CEO Andrew Irvine has provided insights into the bank's 2025 Half Year Results, emphasizing how NAB is navigating challenging operating conditions.


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Young Australians show strong entrepreneurial ambitions, NAB report reveals

Young Australians are increasingly showing interest in entrepreneurship, according to the latest report from the NAB Economics' Education Insights Series.


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NAB announces grants and support for storm-affected customers in New South Wales

NAB has announced new financial support measures for customers impacted by the severe storms in New South Wales.


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ANZ predicts $280m surge as Euro Summer travel rebounds

ANZ anticipates a significant resurgence in European travel this summer, with customer spending projected to reach $280 million across June, July, and August.


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DEG launches new photovoltaic system at Cologne site

DEG has recently activated a new photovoltaic system at its Cologne headquarters, replacing an older setup from 2008.


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Rwanda receives $9M grant for ecosystem restoration

Communities in Rwanda's Southern Province will benefit from restored ecosystems and improved agricultural productivity through a $9 million grant from the Global Environment Facility.


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Macquarie Group funds Philippine initiatives for social entrepreneurship and youth leadership

Macquarie Group Foundation has announced a grant partnership with Ayala Foundation, committing PHP 19 million to support social entrepreneurship and youth leadership in El Nido, Palawan, Philippines.


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Albania advances public service reform with World Bank support

The government of Albania is making strides in institutional reform to improve public services and boost human and economic development.