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Executive Interviews

CFO Corner: Patrick Villanova, BlackLine

BlackLine Systems is an enterprise software company that develops cloud-based solutions for the finance function. Patrick Villanova took over as CFO in March after nearly 10 years at the Nasdaq-listed company. He was previously lead audit senior manager at PwC.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

The High Cost Of Trump’s Tariffs: From Court Case To Consumer

Tariff rulings linger in court, but businesses are preparing for price hikes and supply chain disruptions anyway.

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

Japan: Chemical Consolidations To Counter China Dominance

Japan’s chemical majors are taking bold steps to weather a storm of margin pressure created by a glut of Chinese petrochemical capacity.

Adaptation and Changing Culture to Meet Sustainability Goals

African governments are developing ambitious adaptation policies aligned with society development goals, and an enabling environment for finance and investment. There has been an increase in framework and climate change laws across Africa, including in Kenya, Egypt, Nigeria, Benin, Uganda and South Africa.

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

Hong Kong: Dim Sum Bonds Boom

Hong Kong’s offshore yuan bonds will likely hit a record year, according to Bloomberg data.

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

Anglo American, Teck Forming Copper-Producing Giant

Metals powerhouses Anglo American and Teck have approved a merger of equals sanctioning them to become one of the top five copper global producers, via world-class assets across Canada, the US, Latin America, Southern Africa, and Europe

Award Ceremonies and Events

A- Grade Interviews: Governor Jorgovanka Tabakovic, National Bank of Serbia

Global Finance's editor Andrea Fiano speaks with Jorgovanka Tabakovic, Governor of the National Bank of Serbia to discuss the strategic priorities and challenges ahead for Serbia's economy. Watch the interview to learn more.

Capital Raising & Corporate Finance

Companies Chase Cheap Debt

September was a banner month for US investment-grade bond issuance as companies rushed to borrow in a market benefiting from falling interest rates and tight risk premiums.

Africas Current State of Play and Opportunities

Africa offers a huge opportunity for positive climate change action and sustainability if done sensibly and collectively. The continent has experienced significant losses and damages attributable to climate change, including drought, biodiversity loss, lower food production, weaker economic growth, and loss of lives. These impacts will exacerbate if global warming is above target but limiting global warming to 1.5°C or below would significantly reduce damages to African economies, agriculture, health, and ecosystems. The African population is heavily exposed to climate impacted sectors with over one-half of the workforce employed in agriculture.

Executive Interviews

Dimitar Radev: Preparing For Euro Membership

Global Finance: Bulgaria is set to join the euro in January, a significant achievement for the country and the Bulgarian...

Executive Interviews

Gent Sejko: Managing Growth

Gent Sejko, governor of the Bank of Albania, discusses the country’s economic transformation.

Executive Interviews

Byadran Lkhagvasuren: Pursuing Economic Diversity

A cautious but upbeat Byadran Lkhagvasuren, governor of the Bank of Mongolia, is navigating volatility in commodities and strengthening ties with regional trading partners.

Executive Interviews

Carlos Carvallo Spalding: Pushing Stability, Reforms

Carlos Carvallo Spalding, governor of the Central Bank of Paraguay, highlights prudent monetary policy and structural reforms in securing long-term growth.

The Role of Banks & Financial Products in Reducing Environmental Impact

Banks have a vital role in supporting the global transition of the economy to net-zero emissions. Banks stress the need for institutional capacity development, along with regulatory and other policy reforms, to support and accelerate climate finance from domestic and external sources, both public and private, for climate resilience in Africa.

Executive Interviews

Adel Al-Sharkas: Transforming External Shocks Into Catalysts

With the economy growing despite major headwinds, Adel Al-Sharkas, governor of the Central Bank of Jordan, outlines how he plans to keep the momentum going.