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3rd January 2023
EuropeWhiskey; an ancient craft, a bright futureIf global volatility and fluctuating markets are causing you sleepless nights, now’s the time to join those turning to alternative investments. But not the wine, art and …
3rd January 2023
AsiaInvestors optimistic on ChinaChinese equities could see a comeback helped by the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, more focus on economic growth and …
30th December 2022
EuropeShipping insurers decline cover to Russia, Ukraine and BelarusShip insurers are set to cancel war risk cover across Russia, Ukraine and Belarus, as reinsurers face high losses.
27th December 2022
Central & South AmericaM&A Set to Grow in LATAMBankers predict M&A volumes will grow up to 20% in the region next year as Latin America becomes more …
23rd December 2022
AsiaMENAChina tightens ties with GulfChina has tightened its relationship with the Gulf Cooperation Council.
14th December 2022
AsiaHSBC to stop funding new gas and oil fieldsHSBC has announced it will stop funding new oil and gas fields. The bank will also require energy clients …
12th December 2022
EuropeMicrosoft buys 4% stake in London Stock ExchangeMicrosoft (MSFT.O) is due to buy a 4% equity stake in London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG.L). The move is …
12th December 2022
Risk of external debt increases for poor countries.Poor countries that are eligible to borrow from the World Bank’s International Development Association (IDA) now spend over a …
1st December 2022
EuropeENI in talks to buy Neptune EnergyEni is in talks to buy gas and oil producer Neptune Energy for around $5 billion -$6 billion, although …
23rd November 2022
AsiaStudy finds Sovereign investors favour IndiaIndia has become the second most favoured market for sovereign wealth funds and public pension fund investors,
21st November 2022
AsiaAsia stocks fall as COVID threat grows in China.Asian share markets and oil prices slipped today as investors worry about the economic impact from increasing COVID-19 restrictions …
16th November 2022
Central & South AmericaU.S. Inflation reaches peak and goods prices slowProducer prices in the US had a lower-than-expected increase in October as services decreased for the first time in …
14th November 2022
MENAAldar joins ‘Clean Energy Business Council’ in MENA regionIn a move to support energy efficiency in the MENA Region, the real estate entity Aldar Properties has become …
10th November 2022
Crypto giant, Binance rejects deal with FTXThe world’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance has rejected a bailout deal with rival company FTX.
4th November 2022
AsiaNew Investment Banking CEO for Maybank MalaysiaMichael Oh-Lau has been appointed new chief executive for investment banking for Malaysia-based Maybank. His new role is effective …
2nd November 2022
EuropeCyprus to host IIFA’s 2023 International ConferenceThe Cyprus Investment Funds Association (CIFA) has announced that the International Investment Funds Association (IIFA) will hold its 36th …
2nd November 2022
AfricaCOP27 to focus on finance and investment in climate issuesCop27, the UN Climate Change Conference will be held at Sharm el-Sheikh in Egypt from 6-18 November.
31st October 2022
EuropeAterian company joins London Stock ExchangeLondon Stock Exchange recently welcomed Eastinco Mining and Exploration plc (“Eastinco”), which will be known as Aterian plc (“Aterian”) …
28th October 2022
AsiaNew Chief Enterprise Architect for HKEXThe start of October saw Mr Mark Carr join Hong Kong Exchange & Clearing Limited (HKEX) as Managing Director …
26th October 2022
The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting - 2022The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting took place from the 22nd to the 26th of May 2022. The partners …
24th October 2022
Porsche Taycan: The sports car re-imagined with sustainability in mindFrom the very beginning, Porsche pursued the vision of producing an all-electric vehicle that would be carbon neutral across …
19th October 2022
Cryptocurrency Platform Bybit Celebrates Record-Breaking GrowthBybit was launched in March 2018 and after another bumper year, we have decided to publish a review of …
17th October 2022
AfricaFinancial Inclusion In Africa - Is It Possible? And What Would It Take?Is the state of finance in Africa improving for individuals and small businesses looking for access to everyday financial …
13th October 2022
Central & South AmericaBalancing Tradition with Innovation Produces ExcellenceChange has been the one constant over the last two years as the entire world was forced into transformation. …
10th October 2022
AsiaMENADubai, United Arab EmiratesXPENG AEROHT, the largest flying car company in Asia and an affiliate of XPENG, today conducted the first flight …
5th October 2022
Leading The Charge For SustainabilityIt is an undeniable fact that 2021 was a challenging year for all of us. As a Bank, we …
28th September 2022
The Biggest Problem With Cryptocurrency, And How This Affects YouThe world of cryptocurrency presents a plethora of opportunities, but all investors must see the full picture. Cryptocurrency has …
12th September 2022
Interview with Kamyar Naficy, Founder of KNECTCOMMSFinancial services firms need to manage their brand, reputation and growth in a fast-changing world. International Investor Magazine caught …
