Banking
U.S. Banks’ Urge to Merge
U.S. bank M&A is surging as regulatory rollbacks shorten deal approval times, prompting major consolidations across the banking industry.
Banking
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Economics, Policy & Regulation
Beneath the Surface of Resilience, IMF Warns of Rising Debt
At the IMF annual meetings in Bangkok, officials warn that rising public debt and higher borrowing costs threaten global resilience.
Banking
Middle East Conflict Opens New Shipping Opportunities for Africa
As ships bypass the Red Sea, increased traffic around the Cape of Good Hope could benefit African economies.
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Active Wealth Management in a Changing Global Economy
Abdulla Hashim A M Al-Sada, Senior Executive Vice President, Group Asset and Wealth Management, at QNB Group, explains that as GCC wealth expands and investment choices multiply, global diversification, active management and disciplined stewardship are becoming essential to preserving wealth and creating value across generations.
Banking
Unlocking Cross-Border Fintech in West Africa
BCEAO licensing boosts West African fintech expansion, but fragmented rules still slow regional momentum.
Banking
The Caribbean’s Payment Rail Moves to Pilot
CAPSS has entered its pilot phase, bringing real-time local currency payments to 11 Caribbean nations.
Banking
Gulf Lenders Pursue Africa Expansion After Ruling
A South African ruling could reshape how the continent funds its growth.
Banking
People on the Move: World Bank, HSBC, J.P. Morgan, IA Global
Executive appointments at World Bank, HSBC, J.P. Morgan, and IA Global: Key leadership changes and career shifts in global finance.
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Custody Evolution in the Era of Asset Convergence
As investor demand for digital asset exposure increases, so do the demands on custodians. DBS’ Group Head of Financial Institutions, Securities & Fiduciary Services, Global Transaction Services, Ee Fong Soh, shares how the bank supports clients in the new reality of traditional and digital asset coexistence.
Transaction Banking
Sibos 2026 Journal: A Backseat Perspective on Global Money Movement
On my first day at Sibos 2026, on the way to our team dinner, I struck up a conversation with...
Transaction Banking
Citi Fast Tracks Pounds, Rupees, and Aussie Dollars via Swift
Citigroup allows bank clients to access instant payment systems in the U.K., India, and Australia through a single account.
Banking
Caribbean Central Banks Ditch CBDCs for Fast Payment Systems
As CBDCs struggle with low adoption, the Caribbean is pivoting to instant payment systems to boost trade and financial integration.
Transaction Banking
DBS, BofA Headline Global Finance’s Transaction Banking Awards Event
Over 150 banking executives gathered at the Sibos conference for Global Finance’s 2026 Treasury and Cash Management Awards, recognizing major wins for Citi, BofA, DBS, and ING.
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Techcombank Doubles Down on AI and Talent to Drive Vietnam’s New Growth Phase
As Vietnam’s economy evolves towards a more digital, affluent and capital intensive future, Techcombank is investing heavily in AI, data and talent to expand beyond traditional banking. CEO Dr Jens Lottner explains how the bank is positioning itself at the centre of this next phase of growth – across wealth management, infrastructure financing and capital markets.
Transaction Banking
Bank of America, Bradesco Test Instant Cross-Border Payments
At Sibos 2026, Bank of America announced that it had executed its first real-time payment initiated by Bradesco.