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Global Finance’s Central Bank Report Cards, Interviews With A Grade Governors

Global Finance Editor speaks with A Grade Governors on pressing issues impacting their economies, hearing their perspective on economic policy,...

Economics, Policy & Regulation

Yousef Khalawi Of AlBaraka Forum On Growth Of Islamic Finance

Global Finance spoke with Yousef Khalawi, secretary general of the AlBaraka Forum for Islamic Economy, about the role of Islamic...

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Interview with C.S. Setty, Chairman of State Bank of India

The interview looks at SBI’s growth trajectory, particularly emphasizing digital transformation, financial inclusion, and global reach. Under Setty’s leadership, SBI...

Innovating Islamic Banking

Global Finance: How is Boubyan’s digital strategy setting a benchmark for Islamic banking? Abdullah Al Tuwaijri: Boubyan Bank launched a multi phase strategy in 2011 with the goal of making Islamic banking modern, appealing and digital. We aren’t just ...

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

Tesla’s Solar ABS Deal Changes Standards In Financing Renewables

Tesla is setting new standards in renewable financing with its latest solar asset-backed securitization (ABS) deal, earning an unprecedented AAA...

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World’s Best SME Banks 2025: Global, Country, and Territory Winners

Smaller enterprises look to boost value-added per worker. Global Finance names the winners of its third annual World’s Best SME...

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Digital Bank Awards 2024: Interview With Sheikh Abdulraham Al Thani

Global Finance’s transaction banking editor Gilly Wright had the pleasure of speaking with Sheikh Abdulrahman Al Thani, Group CEO of...

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World’s Best SME Banks 2025: Regional Winners

Africa: UBA United Bank for Africa (UBA) is celebrating its 75th anniversary. Among its hallmarks is an unwavering commitment to...

Innovating a Seamless Banking Experience

Global Finance: How has CBQ’s successful tech innovation influenced your overall banking strategy? Shahnawaz Rashid: Technology and innovation has more than influenced CBQ: it is the core of our banking strategy. Client experience and innovation are two of the ...

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

Boeing: Stabilizing Finances Amid Operational Challenges

Boeing faces labor strikes, production issues, and regulatory scrutiny. To offset financial ruin, the company is selling $15 billion of...

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

IPOs Are Making A Comeback In Asia

The IPO market’s much-awaited comeback has finally arrived—just not where it was expected. Buoyed by signs of an uptick in...

Economics, Policy & Regulation

El Salvador: Historic Debt-For-Nature Swap

El Salvador took advantage of September’s bumper national debt sales to refinance its external debt through a special purpose entity...

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

The Fractional CFO

Driven by rising demand, corporates are seeking specialized financial expertise without committing to full-time hires. Growing numbers of experienced chief...

Georgia: The next destination for building your business

Today, Georgia’s reputation as one of the easiest places in the world to conduct business, combined with generous government subsidies – including but not limited to incentives for automotive and electrical manufacturing, low taxes and operating costs, a highly educated ...

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World’s Safest Banks 2024: Biggest Emerging Market Banks

A weak economy hasn’t stopped Chinese banks from expanding their balance sheets; once again, they dominate our rankings. China continues...