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Societe Generale proposes new board members ahead of May meeting

The Board of Directors of Societe Generale has approved the proposed renewals and appointments of board members ahead of the Shareholders’ General Meeting scheduled for May 20, 2025.


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Guinea girl escapes forced marriage with help from World Bank-backed project

As the sun rises over Dogomet, a town in Guinea, children play while women engage in daily tasks.


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Daniele Tonella praises ING’s integration of business and technology

Daniele Tonella, a prominent figure in the technology sector, expressed his admiration for ING's technological culture and environment.


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OPmobility adopts Siemens' PLM for enhanced product design

OPmobility has announced its adoption of Siemens Xcelerator's PLM software, Teamcenter X, to enhance its product design processes.


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More German SMEs complete digital projects but face growing divide

German small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are gradually advancing in their digitalisation efforts, according to recent findings from the KfW SME Panel.


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World Bank forecasts steady GDP growth for Viet Nam through 2026

Viet Nam's economy is projected to experience growth of 6.8 percent in 2025 and 6.5 percent in 2026, as reported by the World Bank in its latest economic update titled "Taking Stock."


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World Bank enhances crisis toolkit amid Caribbean leaders' advocacy

In 1980, Adolf Ratzka, a German disability rights activist, became frustrated with decisions about disabled people’s lives being made without their input.


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Liberia aims for sustainable growth through ambitious economic transformations

Liberia, one of the world's poorest nations, faces significant challenges including high poverty rates, low human development, and inadequate sanitation.


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Macquarie Group hosts investor tour focusing on EMEA operations

Macquarie Group Limited is conducting a four-day investor tour in Paris and London, running from March 10 to March 13, 2025.



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Heritage Hub Federal Credit Union receives charter to serve Texas community

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has granted a federal charter and Share Insurance Fund coverage to the Heritage Hub Federal Credit Union in Houston.


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World Bank suggests key reforms for sustainable growth in Liberia

The World Bank has released a new report titled "Escaping the Natural Resource Trap: Pathways to Sustainable Growth and Economic Diversification in Liberia."


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UK card spending sees slight growth amid economic uncertainty

Consumer card spending in the UK saw a modest increase of 1.0% year-on-year in February, according to the latest Barclays Consumer Spend report.


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Standard Chartered launches new club for ultra-high-net-worth client investments

Standard Chartered has introduced the Private Markets Co-Investment Club (CIC) for ultra-high-net-worth clients, offering them access to private market co-investment opportunities worldwide.


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World Bank suggests roadmap for eradicating extreme poverty in Mexico

The World Bank has released a new Poverty and Equity Report on Mexico, suggesting that the eradication of extreme poverty in the country can be achieved through targeted public policy.


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Mexico's path to eradicating extreme poverty: Key policy recommendations

The report on poverty reduction in Mexico outlines three key policy areas necessary for eradicating extreme poverty: inclusive growth, efficient social policy, and infrastructure to address vulnerability.


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Demographic changes challenge German SMEs with recruitment issues

The demographic trends in Germany are presenting significant challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to recent findings from the KfW SME Panel of September 2024.


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ING progresses with share buyback programme

ING has reported progress on its €2.0 billion share buyback program, initially announced on October 31, 2024.


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Macquarie hosts EMEA investor tour focusing on regional business updates

Macquarie Group Limited is conducting its 2025 EMEA Investor Tour from March 10 to March 13 in Paris and London.


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World Bank supports Albania’s digital transformation with $80 million funding

The World Bank Group's Board of Executive Directors has approved an additional $80 million in financing to support Albania's public sector modernization and digital transformation agenda.