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Fubon Financial reports strong earnings growth across subsidiaries in February

Fubon Financial Holdings has announced its earnings results for February 2025, reporting an unaudited consolidated pre-tax profit of NT$18.11 billion and a net profit of NT$14.80 billion.


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ANZ branches in Queensland and NSW reopen after cyclone impact

ANZ Bank has announced the reopening of the majority of its branches in Southeast Queensland and Northern New South Wales following the aftermath of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.


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Innovation paradox challenges growth potential in Latin America

A bakery in Lima, founded in 2007, is redefining the perception of traditional industries by embracing innovation and growth.



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ANZ advises caution as scammers target Australians post-Cyclone Alfred

As Australians recover from the impacts of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ) is calling on its customers and the wider community to remain vigilant against scammers.


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Standard Chartered launches first social bond for emerging markets

Standard Chartered has issued its inaugural Social Bond, a move aimed at supporting sustainable development in low-income countries within its emerging market footprint.


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Barclays appoints John Kolz as global co-head of equity capital markets

Barclays has announced the appointment of John Kolz as Global Co-Head of Equity Capital Markets (ECM).


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Armenia launches RESILAND project to tackle land degradation

Armenia is facing significant challenges with land degradation, primarily affecting its forests and wetlands.


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World Bank launches sustainable artisanal gold mining initiative

In 2023, the World Bank and the World Gold Council embarked on a collaborative effort to advance sustainable and responsible artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM).


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World Bank aids maternal health through Casa das Mães initiative in Guinea-Bissau

In the village of Mafam, Guinea-Bissau, Adama Djau faced a two-hour journey on poor roads to reach a hospital.


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NAB survey finds spring brings renewed confidence in Australian housing market

Australia’s housing market has shown increased optimism heading into the Spring season, according to the latest NAB Residential Property Survey.


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NAB leaders call for action on productivity challenges at business summit

At the recent NAB Business Summit, National Australia Bank chief executive Andrew Irvine identified three key challenges affecting Australia's productivity and long-term prosperity.


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Kanishka Raja appointed CEO of NAB's digital subsidiary Ubank

Kanishka Raja has been named Chief Executive Officer of Ubank, the digital banking subsidiary of National Australia Bank (NAB Group), effective immediately.


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Fubon Financial Holdings aims to recruit 6,700 talents for expansive 2025 hiring initiative

Fubon Financial Holdings has launched a significant recruitment drive to accommodate its business expansion plans for 2025.


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Consumer stress declines amid interest rate cuts and budget adjustments

Australians are experiencing a reduction in consumer stress, which has reached its lowest point in two years due to easing cost-of-living pressures and optimism surrounding interest rates.


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ING proposes new members for Supervisory Board ahead of April AGM

ING has announced its intention to nominate Petri Hofsté and Stuart Graham as members of the Supervisory Board at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for April 22, 2025.


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World Bank estimates Lebanon's reconstruction needs at US$11 Billion

Reconstruction and recovery needs in Lebanon following recent conflicts are estimated at $11 billion, according to a report by the World Bank.


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Standard Chartered opens first 'Priority Private' centre in Dubai

Standard Chartered has launched its first 'Priority Private' centre in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, marking a significant expansion of its wealth management services for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) in the Middle East, Europe, and Africa.


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Women leadership declines further in German SMEs

The proportion of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany led by women has seen a decline, according to recent findings from KfW Research.


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IFC concludes review of CAO investigation into Bridge International Academies

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has concluded an external review conducted by the global law firm Freshfields, examining the Compliance Advisor Ombudsman’s (CAO) investigation into IFC's investment in Bridge International Academies.