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Australian consumer confidence drops amid geopolitical uncertainty

Consumer confidence in Australia has experienced a decline, dropping 1.3 points last week to reach 85.4 points.


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World Bank urges multi-sector approach for clean air in Nepal

Air pollution is identified as the leading health risk factor in Nepal, according to a new report by the World Bank.


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World Bank approves $30M grants for financial inclusion and education projects in Yemen

The World Bank has approved US$30 million in grants to support Yemen's digital financial infrastructure and education access for children in disadvantaged areas.


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World Bank reports lowest foreign direct investment levels since 2005

Flows of foreign direct investment (FDI) into developing economies have fallen to their lowest level since 2005, according to new research from the World Bank.


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Lynn Good joins Morgan Stanley board; expands board membership

Morgan Stanley has announced the election of Lynn Good to its Board of Directors, effective July 18, 2025.


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Global response needed as forest fire threats intensify across continents

Forest fires are increasingly becoming a global issue, with significant impacts on people, economies, and natural resources.


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KfW Entrepreneurs' Award final application deadline approaches

The KfW Entrepreneurs’ Award 2025 is approaching its application deadline.


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Everest forms unified specialties business led by Paul Trueman

Everest has announced the formation of a unified Specialties business within its international insurance division.


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World Bank funds $37M project for improved waste management in Laos

The World Bank has approved a project aimed at enhancing the management of waste, plastics, and pollution in Laos.


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AcegasApsAmga adopts Siemens' Gridscale X for Trieste's energy grid enhancement

Siemens and AcegasApsAmga have announced a collaboration aimed at enhancing the stability of Trieste's energy grid.


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Private equity fund launched focusing on European defense

Tikehau Capital has announced the launch of a new private equity fund in collaboration with Société Générale Assurances, CNP Assurances, and CARAC Group.


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European defense-focused private equity fund launched by major financial groups

Tikehau Capital, in collaboration with Société Générale Assurances, CNP Assurances, and the CARAC Group, has launched a private equity fund focused on European defense and security.


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Mogadishu's Boondheere district thrives after pond rehabilitation

Habiba Omar Addow, a shop owner in Mogadishu's Boondheere District, expressed her relief at the impact of a rehabilitated water catchment pond on her community.


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Howden Re partners with UCL for AI tools transforming reinsurance pricing

Howden Re and the UCL School of Management have been awarded £200,000 in government funding for a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP).


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World Bank offers strategies for sustainable growth in Sierra Leone amid climate threats

The World Bank has introduced two significant reports aimed at guiding Sierra Leone toward sustainable growth amidst climate challenges.


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Siemens and COIMA revamp Pirelli 35 with significant energy savings

Siemens and COIMA have successfully transformed the historic "Pirelli 35" building in Milan's Porta Nuova district into a modern, energy-efficient structure.


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World Bank invests over $2 billion in Indonesia's economy growth

The World Bank has approved two major investments totaling $2.128 billion to stimulate job creation, economic growth, and clean energy access in Indonesia.


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Yuanta Financial Holding approves dividends and elects new board at annual meeting

Yuanta Financial Holding Company held its 2025 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on June 13.


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Yuanta Financial Holding approves dividends at annual meeting; elects new board

Yuanta Financial Holding Company held its 2025 Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on June 13.


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Fubon Financial announces dividends approval amid record profits

Fubon Financial Holdings conducted its annual shareholders' meeting on June 13, 2025.