Andrew Bailey-led Financial Stability Board publishes its 2025 annual report
Andrew Bailey noted that the FSB must continue to evolve to be fit for purpose in an ever-evolving world, a…
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As threat of war looms, Europe hikes spending on military and defence equipment
According to the IISS, Europe accounted for around 21% of global military spending in 2025, and approximately $100 billion more…
BlackRock fund limits withdrawals as private credit worries grow
HLEND told that its loans have primarily been devised to mature private companies with stable cash flows The world’s largest…
Asialink: Empowering sustainable SME growth through inclusive finance
Asialink has been a market leader in the Philippines’ finance industry for 28 years, supporting MSMEs, the backbone of the…
Oman secures ‘favourable outlook’ in new global investment index
Oman’s performance is characterised by a strong resilience rating of 55.05. Its risk score is exceptionally low at 27.5 Oman…
Nevada vs Kalshi: Sports event contracts spark legal battle
If Nevada pulls off its moves successfully, it will become the second state to secure a court order blocking Kalshi…
Saudi Vision 2030 giga projects to top USD 1 trillion: Fitch
Fitch estimates that bank financing to giga projects was a modest 5%-7% of average sector loans at end-2025 The combined…
Egypt unveils USD 1 billion Startup Charter to boost innovation, jobs
Egypt has launched its first-ever “National Startup Charter,” committing USD 1 billion in funding and new policies to stimulate innovation,…
Dubai International Financial Centre new registrations rise nearly 40% in 2025
Dubai International Financial Centre is set for an around USD 27 billion expansion to be delivered by 2040, with the…
Egypt defies Africa’s low FDI trend with inflows worth USD 11 billion in 2025
As per UNCTAD, Egypt’s strength extended beyond headline inflows, with the country also contributing to an increase in greenfield investment…