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Naji Issa, Governor of the Central Bank of Libya, participated in the France-Libya-France Finance Forum, held in Paris yesterday, in the presence of several officials and representatives of financial, banking and economic institutions from Libya and France. The forum discussed: – Ways to enhance financial and economic cooperation between the two countries – Opportunities to […] The post CBL Governor Naji Issa participates in Paris’ Libya-France Finance Forum appeared first on LibyaHerald .

India is scrambling to contain the economic and financial impact of the worst oil supply disruption in history as analysts say the high oil prices would continue to weigh on the Indian currency, economic growth, and public finances as long as supply is choked at the Strait of Hormuz. More than three months after the Iran war began, investment banks, brokerages, rating agencies, and even India’s central bank are lowering economic growth forecasts, while the government intervenes to stop the cash bleed from the balance of payments that has…

The State Bank of Pakistan is scheduled to hold its fourth Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of 2026 on June … Read More The post SBP Rate Hike or Hold Both Possible in Final Monetary Policy Meeting of FY26 appeared first on ProPakistani .

Federal Reserve Board announces that results from its annual bank stress test will be released on Wednesday, June 24, at 4 p.m. EDT.

<p>PHILADELPHIA — Somebody had to represent the lowly <a class="Link" href="https://chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox" target="_blank" ><u>White Sox</u></a> in All-Star Games during the depths of their rebuild.</p><p>That’s no knock on <a class="Link" href="https://chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/2025/07/06/shane-smith-all-star-white-sox-rule-5-rookie" target="_blank" ><u>Shane Smith</u></a>, Garrett Crochet or Luis Robert Jr., each of whom had admirable enough showings to earn their way to the Midsummer Classic during the Sox’ string of three consecutive triple-digit-loss seasons.</p><p>But with the team finally showing hints of sustainable competitiveness, nearly half of manager Will Venable’s regular position players are legitimately worthy of All-Star consideration.</p><p>After leaving Philadelphia with a series loss Sunday, a few Sox could make their way back to Citizens Bank Park for the All-Star Game on July 14. That would mark the first time the team has sent multiple players to the game since shortstop Tim Anderson and reliever Liam Hendriks earned nods in 2022.</p><p>‘‘We’ve got a number of guys who I hope are in those conversations and I hope are getting the attention that they deserve,’’ Venable said.</p><p>Look no further than injured rookie sensation <a class="Link" href="https://chicago.suntimes.com/white-sox/2026/05/30/white-sox-place-munetaka-murakami-on-injured-list-call-up-jacob-gonzalez" target="_blank" ><u>Munetaka Murakami</u></a>, whose strained hamstring is expected to heal sometime around the All-Star Game. His 20 home runs are still good for second in the American League behind the Astros’ Yordan Alvarez after a week on the shelf.</p><p>Murakami’s regular moonshots have stolen some of the spotlight from his teammate across the diamond, Miguel Vargas, whose 15 dingers lead major-league third basemen and whose breakout otherwise would be the story of the season.

Russian forces carried out a strike on the town of Nikopol, leaving one person dead and four others injured. A multi-storey residential building, a bank branch, and a shop were damaged in the attack.

Banggar DPR menggelar rapat hari ini, Selasa (9/6/2026) dengan Pemerintah dan Bank Indonesia (BI) untuk membahas KEMPPKF dan RKP 2027.

New Delhi [India], June 8 : India is witnessing an uneven trend in criminal activity, with overall crime declining due to increased public investment, digitization, and enhanced surveillance, meanwhile cyber-crime has risen, potentially crossing 1 lakh cases, according to a report by public sector lender State Bank of India (SBI). It noted, “India recorded 58.86 lakh cognizable crimes in 2024, down by 6.0% from the previous year, with the all-India crime rate falling from 448.3 to 418.9 per lakh population.” Unbelievably, crime against women — which has been a major crime highlight in India — has dropped by 1.5 per cent from 4.48 lakh cases in 2023 to 4.41 lakh cases in 2024, the report said. Digitization increases the chances of detection through tools such as UPI, FASTag and digital surveillance, raising the expected cost of committing crime.

A final quarter ambush saw Rovers charge to a 36-point victory against Chapman Valley at Greenough Oval on Saturday afternoon in round seven of the Community Bank Geraldton GNFL season.

For the new MD and CEO of Canara Bank, the first priority “is on the resources side, raising low-cost deposits and improving CASA, which will strengthen overall efficiency”.

The Indian bond market celebrated a notable milestone, achieving its highest closing point in seven weeks, primarily thanks to the recent drop in crude oil prices that has elevated market confidence. This surge aligns with the central bank's efforts to stimulate foreign investment, with overseas investors snapping up $800 million in Indian bonds.

Mozambique is pushing to restore direct budget support from the World Bank as part of a broader macroeconomic ​stabilisation drive, its finance minister said on Tuesday, as the country ‌hosted simultaneous high-level visits from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. An IMF staff team led by Mission Chief Pablo Lopez Murphy is in… Source

The Indian rupee strengthened as falling crude oil prices and central bank measures to attract dollar inflows bolstered sentiment. Analysts have revised depreciation forecasts downward, with some expecting the rupee to trade around 93 in the short run. These steps aim to counter recent pressure that saw the rupee hit a record low.

Two Tata Group infrastructure units, Tata Steel and Tata Projects, are poised to re-enter the corporate bond market after a 15-month hiatus. This move follows a recent easing of Indian corporate bond yields after the Reserve Bank of India maintained key policy rates.

Public sector bank stocks have seen a significant drop from their recent peaks. The Reserve Bank of India has introduced measures to attract foreign investment in government securities. Experts suggest these steps are positive for the banking sector.

The Reserve Bank of India has introduced new foreign exchange measures. These include special swap facilities to encourage state-owned companies to raise funds abroad. Banks can now offer leverage on foreign currency non-resident deposits.

The Reserve Bank has lifted interest rates at its past three meetings. But the NAB believes its next move will be a cut to prop up a struggling economy.

Strong harvests and energy exports helped the BCRA buy US$10.1 billion La entrada Argentina’s Central Bank hits 2026 dollar-buying target in just six months se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald .

The Delhi-based company has developed few projects so far, including an industrial township, and holds a land bank of more than 300-acre for future real estate projects.

The State Bank of India (SBI) presented a dividend cheque of Rs 8,813 crore to the government for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. This follows SBI's reported 6% year-on-year rise in net profit for the January-March quarter of FY26, reaching Rs 19,684 crore.

REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- Dari segi jumlah, cadangan devisa Indonesia masih tergolong aman. Seperti dikatakan Kepala Departemen Komunikasi Bank Indonesia Ramdan Denny Prakoso, cadangan devisa yang kita miliki masih mampu mendukung...

The headline rate is within the Bank of Mexico's 2-4% target range for the first time since January, when annual inflation was 3.79%. The post Mexico’s inflation rate dropped below 4% in May appeared first on Mexico News Daily

Jakarta (ANTARA) - Bank Indonesia’s decision to raise its benchmark interest rate (BI rate) by 25 basis point was considered a strategic move to safeguard national economic stability against...

There were replacement transactions at Old Mutual and Absa, with FirstRand, Sanlam and Capitec retaining black ownership. But Standard Bank and Nedbank have less than 1% black ownership – not having concluded BEE transactions for a decade

This article was originally published on Malawi24 ">Malawi24 , Malawi's #1 independent news platform. Standard Bank Malawi has been fined several million kwacha for unfair banking practices after the Competition and Fair Trading Commission (CFTC) found fault with the way the bank dealt with a customer’s loan. The penalty forms part of a wider crackdown that saw six companies punished and ordered to refund consumers millions of kwacha over […] Read the full article and more Malawi news at Standard Bank fined millions ">Malawi24 — Breaking news, politics, business, sport and entertainment from Malawi and Africa, updated 24/7.

Twenty governments oppose new Israeli rules for aid groups The governments of 18 European countries, along with Australia and Japan, have expressed concern over new Israeli registration requirements for humanitarian organisations operating in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, warning that the measures could significantly hamper aid efforts. In a joint statement, the 20 countries said the regulations would severely restrict the ability of aid groups to respond to the humanitarian crisis, noting that most of Gaza’s population continues to rely on life-saving assistance. The statement followed a ruling by Israel’s highest court upholding the measures, which have led to dozens of organisations being barred from operating after refusing to provide detailed information about their Palestinian and international staff.

Indian government bonds saw renewed buying on Tuesday. Lower oil prices and Reserve Bank of India measures to attract dollar inflows improved sentiment. The benchmark bond yield fell.

The Bank of Japan is reportedly leaning towards pausing its bond purchase taper beyond next fiscal year, a move that would mark a significant shift in its quantitative tightening strategy. This decision is expected to be closely debated by the nine-member board, with some prioritizing investor sentiment and others advocating for a steady reduction of the BOJ's substantial balance sheet.

Palestinian civilians are trapped between escalating settler violence in the occupied West Bank and fear-based Hamas rule in the Gaza Strip, investigators appointed by the UN Human Rights Council said on Tuesday in a new report.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) announced on Monday, June 8, that it will provide a EUR 175 million loan to Greek utility group Public Power Corporation (PPC) to support renewable energy projects in Romania, Greece, and Bulgaria. The financing will enable the planning, construction, and operation of roughly 400 megawatts of new wind and solar capacity. According to the EBRD, the loan benefits from support under the European Union's InvestEU programme, which provides a first-loss guarantee and enables longer-term financing for large-scale renewable energy investments.

Speaking in a press conference and later for Europa FM, the president of the Romanian Competition Council, Catalin Chiritoiu, claimed that there is hard evidence revealing communication between the ten banks fined for collusion on ROBOR fixing, but he stressed that the decision was mostly based on the fact that the banks were able to see each other’s quotations. In the meantime, banks have seriously criticised the ruling, and the National Bank of Romania (BNR) has identified inconsistencies in the Council’s decision and is seeking clarifications. “It is important to see a clarification from the Competition Council, especially for public opinion, about what anti-competitive practices are involved, what was violated in this regulation that the Council says it does not challenge, but at the same time sentences,” said BNR spokesperson Dan Suciu, cited by Radio Romania .

The Egyptian Exchange (EGX) announced on Monday the launch of futures contracts on the shares of Commercial International Bank (CIB) and Talaat Moustafa Group Holding (TMG), with trading set to begin on 18 June. The new contracts will be available with maturities of three and six months and a contract size of 100 shares. The […] The post EGX to launch futures contracts on CIB, TMG shares from 18 June first appeared on Dailynewsegypt .

Nigeria’s money market is set for a major liquidity boost this week as approximately N2.09 trillion in Open Market Operations (OMO) maturities and N464.60 billion in maturing Nigerian Treasury Bills (NTBs) flow back into the banking system, creating fresh refinancing and liquidity management challenges for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The post OMO, NTB maturities to inject nearly N3 trillion into banking system this week appeared first on Nairametrics .

Nifty Realty rose 1.21%, leading sectoral gains in early trade, while Nifty Financial Services, Nifty Bank and Nifty PSU Bank gained 0.9%, 0.87% and 0.85%, respectively.

Bank trust accounts bought a net ¥3.16 trillion ($19.7 billion) in May, preliminary figures from the Finance Ministry showed on Monday.

FIJI’S central bank has sharply lowered its economic growth outlook for 2026, warning that higher fuel prices, rising inflation and softer consumer spending are slowing activity. The post Fiji central bank cuts 2026 growth forecast as inflation climbs appeared first on Islands Business .

The long-term dream is a permanent "Long Beach Bowl." Until then, the temporary F&M Bank Amphitheater of Long Beach has 11,000 seats with views of the Queen Mary from the nosebleeds.

Jim Ovia, founder and largest individual shareholder of Zenith Bank Plc, has announced plans to focus fully on real estate development following his exit as chairman of the bank, citing stronger profitability prospects in the sector than in banking. The post Jim Ovia says real estate more profitable than banking appeared first on Nairametrics .

The Dutch financial services authority AFM has fined online bank Bunq €170,000 for failing to deal with complaints about online...

Dutch online bank Bunq has been fined 170,000 euros by the Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM) for failing to respond promptly to complaints from seven customers who fell victim to online fra

Indian markets closed higher on Tuesday, boosted by banking and financial stocks. The Reserve Bank of India's new forex swap facility eased overseas borrowing concerns. Market sentiment improved with hopes of a Middle East truce and falling crude oil prices.

On Tuesday, bank stocks rocketed upwards following strategic interventions by the Reserve Bank of India aimed at shielding foreign currency loans. This move has revitalized investor confidence, propelling Bank Nifty to a remarkable close above 55,000. Many banks saw impressive gains, and experts forecast that these measures will enhance deposit growth while reducing overall funding expenses.

Indian market participants are calling for a fresh look at margin funding policies, aiming for adjustments from the central bank. The proposed framework seeks to clarify the roles of liquidity providers versus speculators, with the intention of obtaining reduced margin requirements for bank guarantees.

Indian corporate bond yields have eased after the Reserve Bank of India maintained key policy rates unchanged last week, providing some relief to the market

Fresh reports from the Statistical Center of Iran (SCI) and the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) indicate that both official institutions have ...

Az elmúlt 16 évben nem használtuk ki jól az unió fejlesztési segítségét, vagyis buktunk forrásokat és kedvező hiteleket. Mindez most gyorsan megváltozhat, az Európai Beruházási Bank például szívesen beszállna a bérlakásprogramba.

Fidèle à sa stratégie de proximité et d’excellence, l’Arab Tunisian Bank (ATB) a organisé, le 23 mai dernier, une rencontre exclusive dédiée aux pédiatres au Golden Tulip Gammarth. Cet événement a été l’occasion de renforcer les liens entre l’institution financière et les professionnels de santé autour d’une offre de services à haute valeur ajoutée. Une...

Regulators at the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) are allowing diplomatic missions, foreign investors, and international organizations to bypass the Ethiopian Petroleum Supply Enterprise (EPSE) and import fuel for their own consumption. The change was introduced in the newly amended Franco Valuta Directive, which frees these organizations from reliance on state-controlled fuel supply through EPSE […]

The Directorate General of Immigration and Passports (DGIP) is working with a private bank to introduce a digital payment system … Read More The post Pakistan to Launch Mobile App for Passport Fee Payments appeared first on ProPakistani .

Palestinian civilians are caught between “mass atrocities” of Israeli forces, settlers and Hamas’ brutal rule, a UN-mandated inquiry said on Tuesday. Civilians across war-ravaged Gaza and the occupied West Bank are being “systematically and deliberately” subjected to severe rights violations, the UN’s Independent International Commission of Inquiry said. The investigative team, which last year concluded that Israel had committed “genocide” in the war in Gaza, highlighted in a new report that...

The UK-based conglomerate has hired eight banks, including Barclays Plc, Citigroup Inc, Deutsche Bank and JPMorgan Chase & Co. for the deal, sources aware of the development said

Asia’s benchmark LNG prices are set to jump to the highest level in three and a half years in the second half of 2026 as demand is rising amid high electricity summer demand and the EU needs to refill depleted gas storage sites, Morgan Stanley analysts reckon. The Asian LNG price is expected to increase to $25 per million British thermal units (MMBtu) in the third and fourth quarters of 2026, Morgan Stanley said in a note carried by Bloomberg. The price forecast suggests an upside of more than 30% to the forward curve, the investment bank’s…

REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA -- Nilai tukar rupiah terhadap dolar AS masih berada di level Rp 18.000-an per dolar AS, namun posisinya telah mengalami penguatan. Rebound rupiah terjadi usai Bank Indonesia (BI)...

Gubernur Bank Indonesia Perry Warjiyo menyatakan cadangan devisa Indonesia saat ini masih lebih dari cukup untuk intervensi menstabilkan rupiah.

By Deodat Maharaj  GEBZE, 04 JUNE 2026 (UN TECHNOLOGY BANK) —The global development compact is fraying.   At a time when the world’s poorest and most vulnerable countries face unsustainable debt burdens, climate shocks and technological exclusion, international development assistance is retreating at a historic pace.  According to the OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC), official development […] The post Beyond Aid: Perspectives for the Least Developed and Vulnerable Countries appeared first on Island Times News .

UK sanctions entities linked to illegal West Bank settlements Britain added seven new designations under its global human rights sanctions regime, targeting individuals and entities involved with Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank, a government notice showed on Tuesday. The sanctions, which were coordinated with Canada, France and Norway, are aimed at disrupting the flows of finance that have "allowed extremist settler groups to act with impunity" in the West Bank, a British government statement said. The decision follows pressure from over 140 British MPs demanding a trade ban, alongside global backlash against a new Israeli expansion plan that would permanently divide the occupied West Bank.

Video: Israeli forces arrest Palestinian man and use him as human shield A video posted on social media reportedly shows Israeli soldiers using a Palestinian man as a human shield after detaining him during a raid in Hebron’s al-Fawwar camp in the occupied West Bank. A video posted on social media reportedly shows Israeli soldiers using a Palestinian man as a human shield after detaining him during a raid in Hebron’s al-Fawwar camp in the occupied West Bank. pic.twitter.com/EVRvJjzmU2 — Middle East Eye (@MiddleEastEye) June 8, 2026

[Reporter] Regulators at the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) are allowing diplomatic missions, foreign investors, and international organizations to bypass the Ethiopian Petroleum Supply Enterprise (EPSE) and import fuel for their own consumption.

The dispute stems from longstanding recovery proceedings by HDFC Bank over loans linked to the Mehta family, dating back over two decades.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has counselled the federal government against the proposed $5billion Total Return Swap (TRS) External Financing Programme with the First Abu Dhabi Bank. The post IMF counsels FG against $5bn UAE swap deal appeared first on Vanguard News .

Indonesia’s central bank took aggressive action to reverse a market selloff and support its currency, hiking interest rates in a surprise decision to halt foreign outflows triggered by policy uncertainty under President Prabowo Subianto.

France’s central bank will increase its projection for consumer-price gains this year due to the Iran war, central bank Governor Emmanuel Moulin said.

Indonesia may raise interest rate again to shield the rupiah and curb market volatility, according to analysts, after the central bank’s surprise tightening on Tuesday helped the currency rebound from record lows and boosted stocks.

The Bank of Japan may follow its highly anticipated rate increase next week with another move higher as soon as October as it races to stay ahead of the curve in fighting inflation, according to a former executive director.

The Bank of Canada is widely expected to continue holding its policy interest rate for a fifth consecutive meeting, after recent data pointed to a weaker economy than the central bank had projected.

Stocks to Watch today: Airtel, Vodafone Idea, NLC India, BPCL, Grasim Industries, RVNL, SpiceJet, Avantel Ltd, IRB Infra, HCLTech, Bank of India are among other stocks that will be in focus today.

The National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) has postponed its latest foreign-exchange auction, citing “unforeseen technical issues.” The central bank had announced on May 27 that it would conduct two foreign-exchange auctions of USD 100 million each during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year. The amount marked a sharp reduction from the previous auction, in […]

Governor Asiama advocates right conditions to propel Africa’s financial services Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), has called on African nations to create the right conditions to make financial services grow responsibly and at scale.

1.7 million (75%) receiving state-sector salaries through automated Your Instant Salary system compared to 2.2 million previously The Central Bank of Libya (CBL) reported yesterday that, according to the latest data, the number of public sector employees registered in the Your Instant Salary automated system reached approximately 1.7 million by April, compared to 2.2 million previously, representing a 75% participation rate. The news came as the CBL announces the commencement of April […] The post 1.7 million (75%) receiving state-sector salaries through automated Your Instant Salary system compared to 2.2 million previously appeared first on LibyaHerald .

A major US bank is launching a direct banking operation in Germany, offering competitive savings account interest rates to attract customers. The CEO outlined the strategy in an interview with Handelsblatt.

Pope would have called the bank to make a cadastral update, according to a report by a reverend friend of the pontiff

Andhra Pradesh Grameena Bank celebrates first year with strong growth

In the last eight years, Spain has become one of the favorites for Nicaraguans who have emigrated. This is shown by data from the National Institute of Statistics (INE) of Spain, which reflects a 301% growth in the number of Nicaraguans residing in that country, between 2018 and 2026. Bank statistics […] Nicaraguan migration to Spain has grown 300% since 2018, first published in Confidencial .

Rising living costs hitting some older Australians hardest and the Australian dollar at fresh 4 year high Senior Australians on government payments are facing some of the sharpest cost of living increases in the country as soaring electricity prices and rising interest rates put pressure on household budgets. In this episode of the SBS On the Money podcast, Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Patricia Sparrow from COTA Australia to find out more, before Laura Cooper from Nuveen shares her outlook on interest rates after the Reserve Bank’s latest decision. Plus, Luke Laretive from Seneca Financial Solutions breaks down a strong rally on the Australian sharemarket as the ASX200 surged following another record session on Wall Street.

Independent Regulator Finally on the Table in Milestone Insurance Proclamation – Insurance to follow banking in government’s liberalization campaign Experts at the National Bank of Ethiopia (NBE) have finalized a draft proclamation that proposes to relieve the central bank of its mandate to regulate the insurance industry, instead granting it to the soon-to-be Ethiopian Insurance Regulatory Authority. The draft Insurance Business Proclamation promises to address […]

‘Innovation only comes from disruption’: GXS Bank out to spray over long-standing conventions It is a truth universally acknowledged that setting up — and dealing with — your own bank account as a fully-fledged adult is, at best, boring, and at worst, the most stressful ordeal you’ll ever encounter. But when we heard about GXS, a recently launched Singaporean bank that aims to make banking as convenient and…

Israeli raids continue across occupied West Bank Israeli raids continue across occupied West Bank Israeli forces continued military operations across the occupied West Bank on Wednesday, including the detention of a young Palestinian man in the city of Tubas, according to the Wafa news agency. Israeli troops stormed Qalandiya refugee camp north of occupied Jerusalem, deploying across neighbourhoods as snipers took positions on rooftops. In the town of Shuqba, east of Ramallah, Israeli forces demolished a house during raids that also led to the detention of several Palestinians, including a woman and her daughter.

Ben‑Gvir ‘dreams’ of nooses in TikTok video glorifying death penalty for Palestinians Ben‑Gvir ‘dreams’ of nooses in TikTok video glorifying death penalty for Palestinians Submitted by Reem Aouir on Wed, 05/06/2026 - 17:53 Israel’s far-right national security minister faces online backlash after joining a viral social‑media trend, posting an AI‑generated montage of nooses A demonstrator burns pictures of Israel's extreme-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir during a protest in solidarity with Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli custody, in the old city of Nablus in the occupied West Bank, on 14 March 2023 (Jaafar Ashtiyeh/AFP) Off Israel's far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has posted a controversial TikTok video in which he declares he “dreams” of nooses, co-opting the viral "I know I should sleep, but the voices in my head go…" trend to glorify the recently passed death penalty law. The video posted on 4 May features a montage of AI-generated images of everyday items, shaped like gallows and execution ropes, set to the trend's audio. Ben-Gvir has long pushed for the introduction of the death penalty for Palestinian prisoners, a measure that was ultimately approved by the Knesset in its second and third readings on 30 March, passing by a 62-48 vote.

EU ‘not competitive’ – Belgian central bank chief Soaring energy costs are undermining the EU’s competitiveness, Belgian central bank chief Pierre Wunsch has told the Financial Times Read Full Article at RT.com

West Bank carried out large-scale violence in West Bank [4 sources]

World Cup expected to boost global beer sales by a billion pints The data comes from a study by the US investment bank Jefferies, which noted that the tournament will feature more matches than previous editions - and more possibilities to drink

World Bank issued threats in Nigeria [10 sources]

National Bank of Greece reports strong profit growth in Cyprus The National Bank of Greece (NBG) announced operating profits of €23.6 million in Cyprus for 2025, representing a 39 per cent year-on-year increase. The bank stated that it “records, for yet another year, a strong growth trajectory, confirming the consistent implementation of its strategy and its active role in supporting the economy”. According to the […]

Romanian currency hits new record low amid ongoing political crisis Romania’s currency weakened further on Monday, May 4, with the exchange rate reaching a new historic low of RON 5.199 per EUR, according to the National Bank . The latest figure marks a sharp increase from RON 5.14 per EUR at the end of last week , highlighting mounting pressure on the national currency. Over the past two weeks, the RON has depreciated by around 2%, after remaining relatively stable at RON 5.09 per EUR since the beginning of the year, Ziarul Financiar reported.  Analysts link the volatility to the ongoing political crisis triggered by the Social Democratic Party (PSD) exiting the government and filing a no-confidence motion alongside the far-right Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR).

Romanian lender Banca Transilvania announces cash dividends payout, new board of directors Banca Transilvania will distribute dividends totaling RON 1.4 billion, representing approximately 34% of its 2025 net profit, which amounted to nearly RON 4.1 billion. The gross dividend per share is RON 1.28, with a yield of approximately 3.6%. Additionally, the bank will issue bonus shares as a result of the capital increase through the capitalization of reserves, the company announced following a general meeting of shareholders on April 28.

Moody's upgrades HDBank's outlook to "Positive," paving the way for potential credit rating upgrade HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 6 May 2026 - Global credit rating agency Moody's Ratings has announced the results of its periodic review of Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank; HOSE: HDB), affirming the Bank's local- and foreign-currency ...

Wales threatened Bank [5 sources]

ADB launches $70 billion push to connect Asia’s power grids, digital networks SAMARKAND, 04 MAY 2026 (ADB)—The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will back US$70 billion in new energy and digital infrastructure initiatives by 2035, aiming to connect power grids, expand cross-border electricity trade, and improve broadband access across Asia and the Pacific. “Energy and digital access will define the region’s future,” said ADB President Masato Kanda.   “These […] The post ADB launches $70 billion push to connect Asia’s power grids, digital networks appeared first on Island Times News .

El Salvador Advances Geothermal Expansion with World Bank Support Geothermal energy supplies about 21 percent of El Salvador’s net electricity, placing the country among the world’s leaders in its use of this renewable source. The state-owned utility LaGeo now plans to add more capacity after the World Bank approved a $150 million loan in March 2025. The six-year project will fund drilling and construction […] The post El Salvador Advances Geothermal Expansion with World Bank Support appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate .

World Bank, IICA launch AgriConnect initiative in Jamaica KINGSTON, Jamaica — The World Bank Group (WBG) in collaboration with the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) has launched the AgriConnect initiative to expand rural connectivity, digital inclusion and the integration of family farmers into markets locally. Worldwide, the initiative aims to support up to 300 million smallholder farmers by 2030, promoting the transition from subsistence models to more productive agricultural enterprises. The implementation of the project in Jamaica is part of a global strategy by the World Bank Group to drive the transformation of the agrifood sector.

Forex: $158.48 to one US dollar KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Wednesday, May 6, ended trading at $158.48, up 7 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s daily exchange trading summary. Meanwhile, the Canadian dollar ended trading at $115.45, down from $117.86 and the British pound at $215.39, down from $214.30.

RBI may have to bear forex risk to boost foreign money inflows India may need central bank support to attract dollar investments, potentially through forex deposit schemes, to cover exchange risks and offer competitive yields. Economists suggest higher subsidies from the RBI might be necessary to make such initiatives attractive for banks, especially given current global interest rates.

RBI issues revised norms for entities dealing in forex The Reserve Bank of India has introduced revised norms for foreign exchange dealings, ceasing the issuance of fresh licenses for money changers. The new regulations aim to streamline the authorization process for authorized persons and extend the principal-agent model for forex services.

Curbing release of Fed meeting transcripts may improve debate, Warsh says in book The release of transcripts of Federal Reserve rate-setting ​meetings, a cornerstone of its transparency for more than 30 years, undermines the debate needed to set good monetary policy, incoming U.S. central bank chief Kevin Warsh says in an upcoming book, ​remarks that echo his wider desire to overhaul the Fed.

Bank issued demands in Wisconsin [8 sources]

Bank reduced diplomatic relations in India [10 sources]

Reserve Bank reduced diplomatic relations in India [5 sources]

West Bank criticized Media in 32.2756 [4 sources]

Bank reduced diplomatic relations with Regulator [10 sources]

West Bank coerced Israel in 31.5 [6 sources]

Reserve Bank reduced diplomatic relations in New Delhi [10 sources]

Attorney General issued threats against Central Bank in Kololo [10 sources]

The heads of the International Energy Agency (IEA), International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group on Monday warned of the negative impacts of the war against Iran waged by the United States and Israel.

World Bank issued threats in Saudi Arabia [10 sources]

World Bank carried out physical assault on Government in Asaba [10 sources]

Israel reduced diplomatic relations with West Bank in Jerusalem [4 sources]

Belize reported tensions in Lords Bank [6 sources]

Malawi made demands of World Bank in Sanjika [10 sources]

Iran reported tensions with West Bank in West Bank [5 sources]

Minist issued criticism in West Bank [5 sources]

Reserve Bank made demands of Government in Crookwell [5 sources]

Reserve Bank made demands of Government in Blue Mountains [5 sources]

Iranian fought with Bank in Tehran [3 sources]

Israel fought with West Bank in Jerusalem [6 sources]

West Bank expressed disapproval of Settler in Iran [4 sources]

West Bank applied coercive pressure on Israeli in Hebron [8 sources]

Reserve Bank made demands of Government in Queanbeyan [5 sources]

Reserve Bank made demands of Government in Port Stephens [5 sources]

Deutsche Bank rejected Molson Coors [10 sources]

Central Bank coerced Bank in Amman [10 sources]

The Nigerian currency, the naira, slumped again against the United States dollar at the official window on Friday. At the official window, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) foreign exchange data showed that the naira closed at N1,361.39/$1, compared to N1,355.85/$1 on Thursday. This represents a loss of N5.54 for the local currency against the […] The post Naira sheds N5.54 against dollar at official window appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Israeli settlers in the West Bank excavated the body of a Palestinian from his grave, citing proximity to their settlement, and compelled the family to relocate him. The act is part of a broader surge in settler violence against Palestinians in the region.

Gaza reported tensions with Hassan in West Bank [8 sources]

Iran reported tensions with West Bank in Gaza [5 sources]

Syria issued criticism in World Bank [8 sources]

National Bank reported tensions [10 sources]

Amnesty International expressed disapproval of Israel in West Bank [8 sources]

Israeli reported tensions with West Bank in Jerusalem [10 sources]

Israeli coerced Civilian in West Bank [3 sources]

Finland coerced Bank in Lithuania [10 sources]

Villager rejected Bank [10 sources]

Government made demands of Bank [5 sources]

Palestinian applied coercive pressure on West Bank in Jenin [5 sources]

Patna criticized Bank [10 sources]

Ahmed al-Doush’s mental well-being has deteriorated significantly in prison in Saudi Arabia, where he is arbitrarily detained and serving five years in prison after an unfair trial for charges based on social media use which violate his right to free expression. Saudi authorities arrested British national Ahmed al-Doush, a senior business analyst with Bank of […] The post Saudi Arabia: Further Information: Release Arbitrarily Detained British National: Ahmed al-Doush appeared first on Amnesty International .

Bank issued criticism in United States [6 sources]

Naira extends recovery against dollar at official window, gains N9.70 The Nigerian currency, the naira, appreciated further against the U.S. dollar at the official window on Monday. At the official window, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) foreign exchange data showed that the naira closed at N1,365.24/$1, compared to N1,374.94/$1 on Thursday.

Israel applied coercive pressure on West Bank in Hebron [4 sources]

Private Bank issued threats in Himachal Pradesh [10 sources]

Government made demands of West Bank in Tel Aviv [3 sources]

Hamas reduced relations with West Bank in West Bank [10 sources]

Israeli reported tensions with West Bank in Jerusalem [10 sources]

South Indian Bank Q4 profit rises 19% to Rs 408 crore as provisions decline South Indian Bank posted 19% profit growth in Q4 driven by sharply lower provisions despite weaker operating profit and other income. Asset quality improved significantly, while advances and deposits saw healthy growth, supporting overall performance and boosting investor sentiment during the quarter

The bank said it will cut more than 15 per cent of support staff by 2030.

German police concluded a hostage crisis at a bank in Sinzig without casualties. The SWAT team secured the release of two hostages, but the suspects had already left the scene by the time officers arrived.

West Bank reported tensions with Israel in Al-Mughayyir [4 sources]

Royal Bank Of Canada rejected American in Canada [10 sources]

The Nigerian currency, the naira, recovered further against the United States dollar at the official window on Thursday. At the official window, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) foreign exchange data showed that the naira closed at N1,355.85/$1, compared to N1,357.33/$1 on Wednesday. This represents a gain of N1.48 for the local currency against the […] The post Naira gains N1.48 against dollar at official window appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

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Israeli protested against West Bank in Tel Aviv [9 sources]

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is likely to link its Naya Pakistan Certificates (NPCs) and sovereign bonds to a regulated blockchain via Digitally Native Notes (DNNs) to enable swift settlement for retail investors, particularly overseas Pakistanis. A meeting, presided over by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb with the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and the newly created Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) on Monday, discussed the tokenisation of sovereign debt instruments and NPCs. It examined potential structures, implementation pathways, regulatory considerations, and next steps for exploring tokenised sovereign instruments within Pakistan’s evolving financial ecosystem.

The Nigeria Police Force says the Police Special Fraud Unit (PSFU), has uncovered a sophisticated fraud syndicate responsible for the diversion of over Seven Hundred and Thirteen Million, Nine Hundred Thousand Naira (₦713,900,000) from customers’ accounts. Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja, Anthony Okon, who made this known on Wednesday, said the development followed a […] The post Police uncovers ₦713.9m bank fraud syndicate, arrests suspects appeared first on Latest Nigeria News | Top Stories from Ripples Nigeria .

Japan's economy showed strong growth in the first quarter, driven by exports and domestic demand. However, rising energy costs due to the Iran conflict pose a significant threat. This situation complicates the Bank of Japan's policy decisions.

Mutual funds aggressively booked profits in April, offloading an estimated Rs 17,000 crore from 10 major stocks like HDFC Bank and Wipro. This strategic sell-off occurred amid concerns over earnings risks, geopolitical uncertainty, and stretched valuations, even as many of these stocks saw significant rallies.

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A Nigerian mother shares positive feedback about monthly interest earnings credited to her daughter's bank account. This appears to be personal testimony about routine banking services rather than substantive economic intelligence.

Reserve Bank reduced diplomatic relations in India [10 sources]

Settler criticized West Bank in West Bank [10 sources]

Pakistan reported tensions with National Bank in Islamabad [4 sources]

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A former boss of a Texas-based company granted a Kansas bank charter has been found guilty of fraud involving the misappropriation of at least $150 million from the institution.

Former Federal Reserve officials advised incoming Fed Chair Kevin Warsh to focus on clear principles for deploying the central bank's balance sheet during future shocks. They suggested shifting holdings to shorter-term Treasuries is more important than just reducing the total size. Experts also called for better communication regarding asset purchases and their purposes.

Le départ à la retraite du fondateur historique marque un tournant décisif pour la banque nigériane, mettant à l’épreuve sa capacité à prospérer sans Jim Ovia. Retour sur le parcours d’un bâtisseur, qui a fait de Zenith Bank un pilier de l’establishment économique nigérian.

World Bank criticized Liberia in Liberia [5 sources]

Nicaragua's agricultural activity has experienced three consecutive years of decline (2023-2025) due to El Niño climate phenomena, reduced production dynamism, and deteriorating credit access. Official data from the Central Bank of Nicaragua indicates worsening conditions for farmers with no apparent credit relief on the horizon.

Les résultats bancaires dans les trois pays de l’Alliance des États du Sahel révèlent deux logiques opposées. Là où Bank of Africa subit les pressions fiscales, Coris Bank International en sort renforcée. Explications.

Australian shares rebounded as the Reserve Bank of Australia's minutes signalled a cautious approach after three interest rate hikes. Policymakers acknowledged current policy is restrictive, leading to expectations of a near-term pause. Financials, industrials, and real estate stocks drove the gains, while miners dipped.

Deux présidents, deux conseils d’administration, un seul nom. Bank of Africa-BMCE Group joue dans une catégorie à part dans le paysage bancaire africain. Retour sur un modèle unique, mais fragile, entre ancrage local et ambitions continentales.

Reserve Bank reduced diplomatic relations with Bank in Mumbai [10 sources]

Libya’s Anti Financial Crimes, Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing (AFCMLTF) agency reported yesterday that it had arrested and referred to the public prosecutor suspect ‘‘K.A.B’’ in possession of 409 bank cards issued by several Libyan commercial banks. The suspect was also in possession of 41 raw magnetic cards prepared and equipped for use in electronic […] The post Suspect arrested in possession of over 400 currency debit cards destined for money laundering via UAE and Turkey appeared first on LibyaHerald .

Russia's central bank noted in its May monetary policy summary that demand for cash among Russians increased during March and April, a typical seasonal pattern during spring months.

Advocates report that some elderly people are being pressured into handing over money, bank cards, and even their homes, raising concerns about elder financial exploitation.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is seeking to place his son, Yasser Abbas, on the central committee of Fatah, the party that controls most political power in the West Bank. The party will hold its first leadership renewal since 2016 on May 14.

[Ghanaian Times] The Office of the Attorney General has charged Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, and two others over the alleged fraudulent acquisition of funds from the Ghana Export-Import Bank for a farming project.

Israeli applied coercive pressure on West Bank in Hebron [6 sources]

The World Bank's Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency announced it is doubling its insurance guarantees for African investments, aiming to attract $6.4 billion in annual private investment to the continent by 2030. The initiative responds to concerns that investment risk in Africa is widely overestimated.

Rwanda criticized Bank in Rwanda [5 sources]

Algeria's National Retirement Fund announced a new initiative to improve retirees' standard of living, including a partnership with a public bank to offer loans at reduced interest rates. Eligible retirees can access these loans by presenting an income certificate from the fund.

Standard Chartered economists suggest that rising global yields and rate increases by other Asian central banks could prompt India's central bank to raise policy interest rates in response to regional monetary policy trends.

Urea prices are projected to surge to around $700 per metric tonne in 2026, representing a nearly 60% increase year-on-year, with potential implications for food inflation and agricultural output in developing economies such as Nigeria. The post Urea prices to surge 60% in 2026 – World Bank appeared first on Nairametrics .

Private Bank criticized in Baroda [5 sources]

The Gennadius Library in Athens hosted a symposium in Athens titled “Magic Spells, Divination and Exorcisms: A Cultural and Textual Tradition”, as part of its centenary celebrations (1926–2026). The event was organised in collaboration with the Historical and Palaeographical Archive of the National Bank of Greece Cultural Foundation, the Gennadius Library, and the Centre for… The post Magic Spells, Divination and Exorcisms Symposium in Athens appeared first on Greek City Times .

Under the effect of the increase in energy costs caused by the war in Iran, the Turkish Central Bank has significantly revised its inflation forecasts for 2026.

The Reserve Bank of India has scheduled its next monetary policy decision for June 5, with a note that the RBI has previously conducted out-of-cycle adjustments such as the one made in May 2022.

A dozen men from Gaza, including 54-year-old Sameer Abu Salah who had been working in Tel Aviv, remain trapped in a converted changing room beneath a stadium in Nablus in the occupied West Bank, unable to return home due to the ongoing war that began over two and a half years ago.

The deputy governor of the Bank of Mexico said that having solid economic fundamentals helps improve investment capacities.

Frank Edoho's ex-wife, Sandra, stirs controversy by sharing alleged bank transaction receipts linked to extramarital affairs, igniting social media discussions.

The High Commissioner for Human Rights notes in a report that there are signs of ethnic cleansing in both the Strip and the occupied West Bank.

LAHORE: The Punjab government’s new wheat procurement mechanism is struggling, as private firms are experiencing buying failures due to pricing disputes, financing issues, and farmer resistance. Under the 2026 strategy, the government aimed to procure 3 million tonnes of wheat through 11 private companies, shifting away from its traditional state-led buying model. To incentivise participation, authorities offered extensive support: negotiating bank loans, covering 70 per cent of markup costs, providing free storage in Food Department warehouses, and assigning around 400 experienced personnel to assist firms during procurement.

The central bank may transfer nearly 3 trillion rupees to the government this week

Thailand's Government Savings Bank has announced a 1 billion baht short-term unsecured loan programme to help parents cover back-to-school expenses as the cost of living continues to rise.

KARACHI: Reflecting a strong growth in the banking sector, its balance sheet expanded by 17.8 per cent during the calendar year 2025 (CY25), against 15.8pc a year ago. The State Bank issued its annual publication, Financial Stability Review, for CY25 on Tuesday. The FSR presents the performance and risk assessment of various segments of the financial sector — banks, microfinance banks (MFBs), development finance institutions (DFIs), non-bank financial institutions (NBFIs), insurance companies, financial markets and financial market infrastructures (FMIs).

ISLAMABAD: The Ministry of Finance and the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) on Thursday showed unanimous optimism over economic growth and achieving fiscal and current account targets despite the regional crisis. The development comes amid anticipated approval of disbursements worth over $1.2bn by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday and the scheduled visit of another mission for next year’s budget formulation on May 15. Testifying before the National Assembly’s Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue, SBP Governor Jameel Ahmed confirmed that the SBP had purchased about $27bn from the market over the past three years, including $4.5bn so far this year, to boost foreign exchange reserves.

Pakistan's UN envoy accused Israel of systematic annexation of the West Bank through settlement expansion, forced displacement, and administrative measures that violate international law. He cited record settler violence in 2025 and called on the international community to enforce compliance with UN resolutions and halt what he characterized as irreversible territorial consolidation.

Cornerstone Bank in Bismarck has appointed Christy Steffenhagen as chief risk officer and Jenni Lang to an unspecified role. Steffenhagen brings 25+ years of internal audit and risk management experience, including 13 years in leadership positions.

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PT Bank Tabungan Negara (BTN), Indonesia's state-owned housing bank, has disbursed nearly Rp3 trillion in mortgage loans through May 2026, with West Java emerging as one of the largest regional recipients of housing financing.