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Santander invests EUR 166 million globally for community support initiatives

Banco Santander has announced a significant investment of EUR 166 million in community support initiatives during 2024, aiming to assist five million people across the countries where it operates.


Santander and Telefónica announce winners of global customer experience challenge

Banco Santander and Telefónica have announced the winners of their global "New Era of Customer Experience" challenge.


Santander acquires majority stake in Tresmares Capital

Santander has announced its acquisition of 89.9% of Tresmares Capital, following regulatory approval.


ANZ cuts variable home loan rates amid COVID-19 economic challenges

ANZ has announced a reduction in variable home loan rates in Australia, ranging from 0.25% to 0.35% per annum across several Standard Variable Rate indices.


ANZ simplifies loan applications for small businesses

ANZ has introduced a new process to expedite credit access for its small business customers, allowing them to apply for increased credit limits of up to $500,000.


Santander announces increased dividend amid robust financial performance

Banco Santander's board of directors has announced a proposed final cash dividend for 2024 of 11 euro cents per share, which will be presented for approval at the upcoming annual general meeting on April 4, 2025.


ANZ highlights impact of homophobic language with new #LoveSpeech campaign

New research from ANZ reveals that 78% of LGBTIQ+ Australians have experienced homophobic or transphobic language in the past year.


Paul Goodwin named ANZ's US Country Head

ANZ has announced the appointment of Paul Goodwin as the US Country Head.


Santander launches fully digital bank Openbank in Mexico

Openbank, a fully digital bank under Grupo Santander, has officially launched its services in Mexico.


ANZ NZ names Ben Kelleher managing director for retail & business banking

Ben Kelleher has been named Managing Director of Retail & Business Banking at ANZ Bank New Zealand Limited (ANZ NZ).


Urgent Calls for EU Permitting Reform Following New Study

BusinessEurope today released the findings of a new survey highlighting the pressing need for reform in EU industrial permitting processes. The study, encompassing companies from 21 European countries, shed light on the challenges faced by businesses in navigating the complex and lengthy permitting procedures within the EU."In today’s very competitive global scene, speed is of strategic importance. Long and complex industrial permitting is a bottleneck for companies’ green and digital transformations and the EU’s global competitiveness," emphasized BusinessEurope...


Santander reports record profits for third consecutive year

Santander has announced a significant profit increase for the year 2024, with attributable profits reaching €12,574 million.


ANZ disputes A Current Affair's portrayal of customer interaction

ANZ has responded to a recent segment aired on Channel Nine's A Current Affair, claiming the program misrepresented facts regarding a customer interaction.


Openbank by Santander reaches $2 billion in U.S. deposits

Santander Bank, N.A. has announced that its digital platform, Openbank, has reached $2 billion in total deposits in the United States since its launch in the fourth quarter of 2024.


ANZ completes sale of OnePath P&I business to IOOF

ANZ has announced the completion of the sale of its OnePath Pensions & Investments (OnePath P&I) business to IOOF Holdings Limited (IOOF).


Santander partners with Publicis for global media consolidation

Santander is consolidating its global media and creative services under a single agency, Publicis, to aid in its business transformation.


Openbank expands services in Germany with local IBANs and loan offerings

Openbank, the fully digital bank of Grupo Santander, is expanding its operations in Germany by introducing a German IBAN and offering loans.


Santander partners with Coursera for free training access

Banco Santander has announced a partnership with Coursera, a global online learning platform, to offer 10,000 scholarships for access to Coursera's training content free of charge for one year.


U.S. Embassy announces 2018 call for cultural preservation proposals

The U.S. Embassy in Belgrade and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the U.S. Department of State have announced the 2018 call for proposals for the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP).


Regional English Language Office supports education in Balkans, Baltics, Central Europe

The Regional English Language Office (RELO) for the Balkans, Baltics, and Central Europe is committed to enhancing English language education in these regions.