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Sekisui Specialty Chemicals announces price increase on products
By Ariana Chiarenza | Nov 21, 2021
Dallas-based Sekisui Specialty Chemicals announced recently that many of its products will see an increase in prices, particularly its Selvol brands.
'Important milestone': Miro opens up Tokyo office, continues global expansion
By Caleb Lombardo | Nov 21, 2021
Miro, a company that offers whiteboard solutions for virtual team collaboration, announced a new office in Tokyo, Japan, as a continuation of its efforts to increase its global presence.
Amazon prices drop amid supply chain issues and labor shortages that ‘continue to affect the costs of goods and services’
By Karla Florez | Nov 21, 2021
A recent report by Profitero notes a decrease in various Amazon product prices just in time for the holidays, despite a general global trend toward price increases amid the current supply chain crisis.
Ennismore 'thrilled' over Hyde Hotel's first global expansion
By Zachary Richter | Nov 21, 2021
Hyde Hotel is opening its Dubai-based property in collaboration with Emerald Palace Group as part of its first global expansion, according to hospitality company Ennismore.
'New level of superior service': Simon Hegele Healthcare Solutions launches regional operation in Singapore
By Zachary Richter | Nov 21, 2021
Simon Hegele Healthcare Solutions has launched a new regional establishment in Singapore.
Mastercard 'empowers consumers' while expanding European footprint with Aiia
By David Hutton | Nov 20, 2021
Mastercard is expanding its footprint in Europe with the acquisition of Aiia, a boost for its technology, distribution channels, data practices and global open banking strategy.
'Another great moment': Warner Bros. opens its first-ever hotel on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island
By Zachary Richter | Nov 20, 2021
Warner Bros. recently partnered with Miral to open its first-ever themed hotel on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island.
Harris Utilities and InvoiceCloud expand partnership with focus on SilverBlaze for 'turnkey solution'
By Karen Kidd | Nov 20, 2021
The launch of SilverBlaze premier announced by a Canadian-based software company and a U.S.-headquartered billing provider will offer the best of both, executives said in a recent news release.
IMF, Jordan reaches agreement on extended fund facility
By Press Release | Nov 20, 2021
The International Monetary Fund has issued the following press release:An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by S.
'Christmas is not cancelled': Beanie Babies creator begins air shipping
By Zachary Richter | Nov 19, 2021
Ty Warner, the owner of Beanie Babies, the largest manufacturer of soft toys globally, announced that he would be air shipping products to the U.S. to meet the worldwide supply-chain crisis.
Panda Kitchen & Bath opens new factory in Thailand for 'substantial' economic impact
By Zachary Richter | Nov 19, 2021
Panda USA recently established its most recent facility in Surat Thani, Thailand.
Trendy Tigers' 'exclusive' app release features NFT
By Steven Hughes | Nov 19, 2021
Trendy Tigers and Amidst Buzz launched an app with a non-fungible token (NFT) feature for a limited time.
Article IV mission to China completed by IMF
By Press Release | Nov 19, 2021
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Mr. Helge Berger, Mission Chief for China and Assistant Director of the Asia and Pacific Department, conducted discussions virtually on the 2021 Article IV Consultation from Oct. 28 to Nov. 10, 2021
ANZ launches green guarantee facilities in multiple regions
By Globe Banner | Nov 19, 2021
ANZ has introduced green guarantee facilities across several regions, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.
IMF concludes discussions with Armenia
By Press Release | Nov 16, 2021
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Nathan Porter, conducted discussions during October 19-November 12, 2021 for the 2021 Article IV consultation, as well as the combined fourth and fifth reviews of Armenia’s economic program, which is supported by an IMF Stand-By Arrangement (SBA).
IMF staff completes mission to Zimbabwe
By Press Release | Nov 16, 2021
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team, led by Dhaneshwar Ghura, Mission Chief for Zimbabwe, held discussions through virtual meetings in the context of the 2021 Article IV consultation from October 25 to November 16, 2021.
Personal income by county and metropolitan area, 2020
By Press Release | Nov 16, 2021
In 2020, personal income increased in 3,040 counties, decreased in 69, and was unchanged in 3, according to estimates released today by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).
IMF executive board approves US$372.4 million Rapid Credit Facility disbursement to Tanzania to address the COVID-19 pandemic
By Meera Louis | Nov 16, 2021
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) today approved a disbursement equivalent to SDR265.2 million (US$372.4 million or 66.7 percent of quota) under the Rapid Credit Facility (RCF) for Tanzania.
IMF executive board concludes 2021 Article IV consultation with the Netherlands
By Press Release | Nov 16, 2021
On November 10, 2021, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation [1] with the Netherlands.
Veriforce expands to Africa after ComplyWorks acquisition
By Trina Thomas | Nov 15, 2021
A leading global supply chain risk-management organization on Nov. 4 announced its further expansion into the mining and energy sector after acquiring ComplyWorks Africa, Ltd.