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QNB Türkiye’s Yeliz Ataay Arıkök: Hitting Sustainable Finance Milestones

Yeliz Ataay Arıkök, director of Treasury Sales and Finan-cial Institutions and chair of the Sustainability Committee at QNB Türkiye—this year’s Best Bank for Blue Bonds in CEE region—discusses her bank’s role in the sector.

News

War In The Middle East: GCC Mulls Action Over Iranian Attacks

At least 10 people have died, and more than 100 have been injured, after Iran launched barrages of missile and drone attacks against the GCC.

News

US-Iran War Puts Strait Of Hormuz Under Fire, Disrupting Global Energy Trade

US strikes on Iran escalate Strait of Hormuz tensions, spiking energy prices, disrupting trade and heightening global geopolitical risk.

Kapital Bank’s Commitment to Sustainable Banking Showcased at COP29

COP29 in Baku gathered over 190 countries to advance climate action and reinforce Paris Agreement commitments. Kapital Bank, a key player in Azerbaijan's banking sector, has shown strong support for international ESG principles, driving the nation’s sustainability goals forward.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

Oil Vs. Renewables: Competing Visions Of Global Power

While the US pursues fossil fuel dominance, China is looking to lead the way on renewables. Which model of energy security will the rest of the world follow?

Executive Interviews

AMSC Expands Beyond North America As Power Demand Surges

AMSC expands globally beyond renewables, targeting grid resilience, AI data centers and defense, leveraging diversification and M&A.

Banking

Private Banks Pivot To Serve The ‘Everyday Millionaire’

Private banking’s fastest-growing segment is in the $1 million to $5 million range. Serving them requires a new business model.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

Trump Claps Back After SCOTUS Nixes Tariffs

After Supreme Court setback, Trump imposes 15% blanket tariff under Section 122, escalating trade fight and legal uncertainty for corporations.

Agility and Innovation: How Kapital Bank is Transforming Azerbaijan’s Financial Landscape

As US-China tensions escalate, India accelerates trade deals with Canada, UK, EU and Brazil, slashing tariffs and expanding global alliances.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

India: Modi Dealmaking Spree Spurred By Tariffs

As US-China tensions escalate, India accelerates trade deals with Canada, UK, EU and Brazil, slashing tariffs and expanding global alliances.

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

Disney’s New Boss Takes Over

With Iger stepping back, Disney elevates Josh D’Amaro to CEO and Dana Walden to chief creative officer in dual-power shift.

Banking

Colombia’s Government Seeks Forced Investments In Financial System

Colombia’s recent economic crisis has spurred a proposed measure to raise 8 billion pesos (about $2 million) to address the fallout.

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

Nedbank Wins Regulatory Approval To Take Majority Stake In Kenya’s NCBA

Nedbank is one step closer to acquiring 66% of Kenya’s NCBA, expanding East African footprint and fueling continental growth strategy.

Al Ahli Bank Reimagines Banking with Digital-First Strategy

Nguyen The Anh, Director of Private & Priority Banking at Techcombank, spoke with Global Finance about the rapid maturation of...

Award Ceremonies and Events

In Conversation with Techcombank on Private Banking and Wealth Management in Vietnam

Nguyen The Anh, Director of Private & Priority Banking at Techcombank, spoke with Global Finance about the rapid maturation of Vietnam’s wealth management market and the growing importance of preparing next-generation clients and families for long-term succession planning.