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World Bank debars two St. Lucian firms over fraudulent practices

The World Bank Group has announced the debarment of two companies from St. Lucia, Computer and Electrical Services Ltd. and Darcheville Construction Equipment Sales Ltd., for 18 months due to fraudulent practices.


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World Bank approves $640M projects for energy security and air quality in Bangladesh

The World Bank has approved two projects worth $640 million to assist Bangladesh in enhancing its gas supply and improving air quality.


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World Bank releases report on air quality management in Central Asia

The World Bank has released its first regional-level assessment of air quality management (AQM) in Central Asia, titled "Air Quality Management in Central Asia."


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China-WBG partnership launches center focusing on ecological systems

The China–WBG Global Center for Ecological Systems and Transitions (GKC) represents a collaboration between the Ministry of Finance of the People's Republic of China and the World Bank Group (WBG).


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FSB group discusses financial vulnerabilities in Sub-Saharan Africa

Members of the Financial Stability Board's (FSB) Regional Consultative Group for Sub-Saharan Africa convened in Livingstone on June 17, 2025.


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FSB Regional Consultative Group discusses financial stability in Nassau

The FSB Regional Consultative Group for the Americas convened in Nassau on June 17, 2025.



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Morgan Stanley and Scion partner on $262M student housing deal near Ole Miss

Morgan Stanley Investment Management, through its Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing (MSREI) division, and The Scion Group have announced a joint venture to acquire student housing communities in Oxford, Mississippi.


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World Bank issues largest supranational bond in Swiss Franc market since 2014

The World Bank has announced the pricing of a 7-year benchmark bond denominated in Swiss Francs, maturing in June 2032.


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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.