Insurance
Aflac’s Brad Dyslin On Japan’s Investment Shifts, Tariffs, And Insurance M&As
Dyslin, Global CIO and President of Global Investments, discusses managing yen exposure, the role of private investments in the insurance...
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Economics, Policy & Regulation
Wilbur Ross On How Trump’s Tariffs Impact CFOs And Key US Trade Partners: Part 2
In the second part of Global Finance’s conversation with former US Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross—who served during President Trump’s...
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Wilbur Ross on Tariffs, Trump, and Navigating US Trade Policy: Part 1
Taking a break from promoting his new book, Risks and Returns, former US Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross—who served during...
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COP 27: Time to Accelerate Global Climate Action
COP 27 comes at a critical time. The world is facing immediate and significant challenges. Not only has the last seven years been the warmest on record, but the Russian-Ukraine War has created serious cereal and foodstuff shortages for numerous countries, including many in Africa, and the sharp rise in energy prices have impacted costs, people’s incomes, and growth. Geopolitical risk has focused more attention on climate change.
Capital Raising & Corporate Finance
Aramco’s Dividend Strategy Reflects Shifting Energy Priorities
The oil giant cut its dividend to balance shareholder payouts with rising capital investments amid lower crude prices and evolving...
Emerging & Frontier Markets
Latvia: Doorway To The EU
Location, business-friendly regulations, and a skilled workforce make Latvia attractive for FDI. Despite a sluggish economy, Latvia is positioning itself...
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Kuwait Doubles Down On Oil Infrastructure And Investment
In January 2024, Khaled Al-Sabah, CEO of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC), unveiled an ambitious $30 billion investment plan aimed at...
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Proposed Mortgage Law Would Be A ‘Game Changer’ For Kuwaiti Banks
One of the most anticipated reforms of 2025 is a new mortgage law, now under discussion between government ministries, banks,...
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Sustainable Banking for Palestines Real Economy
Palestine’s sustainable banking leader for 62 years, Bank of Palestine (BoP) represents the future of banking with high-impact sustainable finance initiatives, gender & financial inclusion, and digital innovation. Mahmoud Shawa, BoP’s CEO, discusses the bank’s strategic commitment to sustainability and its role supporting Palestine’s economic growth and climate change goals.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Kuwait: Balancing Revenue Growth With Stability
Kuwait’s economy is undergoing critical transformation as the authorities implement long-awaited reforms to develop the non-oil sector and diversify income. ...
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Mercosur-EU Trade Deal Challenges Protectionism
Twenty-five years in the making, the landmark agreement eliminates tariffs on over 90% of goods while reshaping South America-Europe trade...
Banking
Scotiabank Pullback Signals Global Banking Shift Away From Latin America
With its exit from Central America and Colombia, Scotiabank follows the trend of international banks retreating amid rising compliance costs...
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Latin America Adopts Dual Currencies
Is the dollar the right answer for the region? During his campaign, Argentine President Javier Milei promised to close the...
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Strategic Partner to West Africa’s Growing SME Sector
Bridge Bank Group Côte d’Ivoire (BBG CI) has emerged as a major player in the nation’s banking industry and a supportive financial partner to the region’s economically important SME sector. Ehouman Kassi, BBG CI’s CEO, discusses the bank’s new portfolio guarantee agreement with the African Guarantee Fund and expansion of its successful SME strategy.
Economics, Policy & Regulation
Latin America: The New Battleground For Critical Minerals
Latin America has them; the world wants them. But regional governments, and their citizens, are of two minds about the...