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Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

Brazil: JBS Dual Listing Boosts Clout And Concern

The world’s largest meat-processing enterprise in sales volumes, São Paulo, Brazil-based JBS, is expected to begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange on June 12.

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

China: CATL Supercharges Hong Kong’s IPO Market

On May 27, Chinese EV battery giant CATL raised HK$41 billion (about $5.23 billion) in the world’s largest IPO of 2025 on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Technology

Addressing Uncertainty, Driving Change: The Innovators

Topping the priority list for our Innovators class of 2025 are addressing uncertainty, improving customer experience, and leveraging technology for broader applications.

In conversation with Gilbert Cordier, Head of Supply Chain Finance, Societe Generale

As corporates continue to navigate challenges such as increasing inventory, spiking interest rates and general market volatility, they seek financing solutions to help them optimise working capital, enhance liquidity and make their supply chains more robust.

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

Trump Keeps Nippon Steel Guessing Over U.S. Steel Purchase

President Trump’s mixed signals and political theatrics complicate a landmark cross-border acquisition and raise red flags for foreign firms.

Data

Happiest Countries In The World 2025

Frigid temperatures, dark winter days, a breathtakingly high cost of living: who would ever want to live in a place...

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The Innovators 2025: Global Winners

HSBC HSBC’s 2023 acquisition of Silicon Valley Bank’s UK operations led to the creation of its HSBC Innovation Banking unit,...

Transaction Banking

Tariff Shock Fuels A Great Realignment Of Global Trade

Trump’s new wave of protectionism is shaking faith in the US dollar and prompting nations to rewire trade and financial relationships.

Bringing digital innovation & entrepreneurship to SME banking

A leader in banking for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), Boubyan Bank offers one-stop-shop financial solutions for SMEs, from startups to established companies.

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The Innovators 2025: Africa

The banking sector saw a surge in AI integration for tasks ranging from asset tracing to debt recovery, raising the bar for innovation. Global Finance announces the 2025 Innovators from Africa.

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The Innovators 2025: Asia-Pacific

In the past year, banks prioritized innovation through digital platforms and AI, driving improved service, security, and analytical capabilities. Global Finance announces the 2025 Innovators from Asia-Pacific.

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The Innovators 2025: Central and Eastern Europe

Regional Winners Most Innovative Bank in Central and Eastern Europe| AKTIF INVESTMENT BANK Aktif Investment Bank, Turkey’s largest privately owned...

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The Innovators 2025: Latin America

Regional Winner Most Innovative Bank in Latin America| BANCO BRADESCO Banco Bradesco has incorporated innovative Gen AI applications into its...

Banks shift from using AI for productivity to improving customer experience

Over the past year, banks embraced innovative technologies like APIs, AI tools, and mobile solutions to enhance efficiency, customer service,...

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The Innovators 2025: Middle East

Over the past year, banks embraced innovative technologies like APIs, AI tools, and mobile solutions to enhance efficiency, customer service, and risk management. Global Finance announces the 2025 Innovators from Middle East.