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Banking
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European Central Bank moves 'digital euro' to next phase
The EU's plan to launch a "digital euro" or a common digital currency will move to a "preparation phase" in November.
China or US: Who's delaying debt relief to developing world
China has been widely blamed for the delayed global response. Beijing disagrees and puts the onus on the US.
World Bank: China's woes threaten East Asian economies
China's economic malaise is weighing heavily on east Asia as a whole, one of the world's key economic engines.
Eurozone inflation dips to 4.3%, fueling interest rate hopes
Price rises fall to an almost two-year low, stoking calls to pause interest rate hikes in the common currency area.
Why Europe is pouring billions into African climate projects
European Investment Bank Vice President Thomas Östros speaks to DW.
World Bank freezes Uganda funding over anti-LGBTQ+ laws
At the beginning of August, the World Bank announced it would freeze new loans towards Uganda in light of its new anti-LGBTQ laws. Many initially viewed the move as a sign that the bank was taking a more progressive approach towards human rights issues. But is it a misguided approach?
Eurozone inflation remains unchanged in August
The European Central Bank said inflation in the 20 Eurozone countries was unchanged at 5.3% in August.
How Lebanon was plundered by its own central bank
Lebanon's disgraced central bank governor Riad Salameh represents the tip of the iceberg of a corrupt financial system.
Bank of Ireland fixes 'free money' glitch after ATM rush
For a few hours, Bank of Ireland clients were able to withdraw money they did not have from Irish ATMs.
Russia hikes interest rates to stop ruble's fall
The Russian ruble has hit its lowest level since March 2022 when it crashed after Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
Bank of England raises interest rate to 15-year high
The interest rate was increased to an anticipated 5.25%, the bank's 14th hike in a row.
Lebanon's central bank governor steps down without successor
Riad Salameh held the post for 30 years, but is now wanted in several European countries for alleged financial crimes.
ECB hikes interest rate to 4.25% to combat inflation
The European Central Bank has lifted interest rates nine times in a row in an effort to curb persistent inflation.
Australia: Michele Bullock to be new central bank head
Bullock will be the first female governor in the 63-year history of the Reserve Bank of Australia, replacing Philip Lowe
EU confirms digital euro plans with draft bill
The European Commission publishes draft legislation on the digital euro, something that could come into use by 2026.
ECB says 'finishing line in sight' on inflation, interest
The European Central Bank vice president believes recent interest rate rises are having an impact, taming inflation.
Debt relief: How can the world help developing nations?
World Bank, IMF and heads of state meet in Paris to discuss debt relief and environment support for developing nations.
Turkey's central bank hikes interest rates sharply
Turkey hiked its rate by a whopping 6.5%, seemingly turning its back on its president's unconventional fiscal policies.
China imposes limits on Russian banks
China has moved to aid the US and EU in tightening sanctions on Russia.
What's at stake in Poland's Swiss franc case?
The European Union's top court has backed Polish borrowers holding foreign-currency mortgages in a key ruling.
ECB raises key interest rate as Fed hits pause
The European Central Bank announced a quarter-point interest rate hike as inflation remains too high.
Does cash have a future?
Cashless payments are modern and convenient. But without bills or coins would we lose our privacy?
Switzerland: UBS completes Credit Suisse takeover
The biggest European banking deal in 15 years has been finalized.
Turkey's Erdogan picks Wall Street vet to head central bank
Turkey's central bank is now headed by Hafize Gaye Erkan, who was an executive at Goldman Sachs.
Turkish lira plunges as Erdogan begins new presidential term
Analysts speculate the movement signals a turn toward a more conventional economic policy.
ECB turns 25: From guardian of the euro to crisis manager
As the ECB fights rampant inflation, it's not the only crisis the bank's been facing in the past 25 years.
Why the dollar's dominance is declining in the Middle East
Iraq banned the US dollar, the Saudis plan to sell oil without it, and there are plans for a new currency to bypass it.
Deutsche Bank to pay millions in Epstein victim settlement
The settlement of Deutsche Bank's lawsuit could have an impact JP Morgan Chase which faces similar lawsuits.
Will RBI's green push help India meet climate change goals?
India's central bank is preparing a roadmap to achieve its green transition targets.
ECB raises key interest rate to 3.75%
The European Central Bank announced a smaller interest rate hike, following a similar move by the US Federal Reserve.
US Fed hikes interest another 0.25%, suggests raises to stop
The US Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark lending rate by another 0.25% as it seeks to tame inflation.
German GLS bank launches bond to promote press freedom
Germany's largest ethical bank is selling a multimillion-dollar bond to promote press freedom in Eastern Europe.
US: JPMorgan buys First Republic: What's the deal?
Another bank has collapsed with First Republic the latest lender to go to the wall. JPMorgan Chase stepped in to buy it.
US regulator seizes First Republic Bank, sells to JPMorgan
The California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation said that regulators had closed First Republic Bank.
Silicon Valley Bank: US Fed admits regulatory shortcomings
In a report on Silicon Valley Bank's failure, US regulators blamed an inability to manage risks and a lack of oversight.
Credit Suisse: More than €62 billion withdrawn in Q1
Credit Suisse has published its financial details for the first quarter of the year, when it rapidly collapsed.
Bankrupt banks and higher interest: Are startups in crisis?
Since last month’s bank crisis, it’s become harder for startups to access money. What’s it like for startups in Berlin?
US sanctions Russian oligarchs, Hungary-based bank
The new designations were coordinated between the US Treasury and State departments and the United Kingdom.
Swiss parliament symbolically rejects Credit Suisse rescue
The government's deal for UBS to buyout troubled Credit Suisse has been rejected by lawmakers.
IMF predicts modest global growth, slowly receding inflation
The International Monetary Fund predicted that most countries would avoid a recession this year despite the volatility.
How company profits are keeping prices high
Inflation is hitting consumers hard. Policymakers are pointing to high company profits as part of the problem.
Nigeria's central bank battles to limit cash-crunch fallout
Nigeria is slowly recovering following a disastrous introduction of new naira bills. But customers remain unconvinced.
UBS to slash up to 36,000 jobs after Credit Suisse merger
The bank is looking to trim down after the bloating caused by the merger of the two Swiss banking rivals.
When is a bank systemically important?
Why are banks being rescued? Are private homes harming the environment, and are there alternatives?
Oversized banks and houses need help!
Why are banks being rescued? Are private homes harming the environment, and are there alternatives?
Collapsed Silicon Valley Bank sold to First Citizens
SVB's March 10 collapse was the second largest in US history.
Banking: A new global crash on the horizon?
The crisis began with a series of failures among US banks that invest in tech. Are we facing a global banking crisis?
Deutsche Bank stocks slump as sector fears grow
Deutsche Bank stocks hammered amid fears over banking sector resilience.
Germany's Scholz says EU banking system 'stable'
Leaders of countries that use the euro currency met after the takeover of Credit Suisse and fears of further turmoil.
How digitalization improves remittances to Africa
Direct diaspora remittances are seen as a driver of recovery in Africa — yet it's still expensive to send money.
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