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China Tells Intel ‘No’

President Joe Biden’s recent decision to ban US companies from making new investments in Chinese technology prompted the Chinese government to respond in kind by blocking Intel's acquisition of Tower Semiconductor.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

LatAm Central Banks Declare Victory In War On Inflation

The policy rate pivots in Brazil and Chile follow similar moves from two smaller Latin American central banks, namely Costa Rica and Uruguay.

Banking

Italy’s New Bank Tax Causes Uncertainty

The Italian government made a surprising announcement in early August, revealing a new 40% tax on the 2023 profits of Italian banks.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

Ruble’s Slide Puts Nabiullina On The Hot Seat

Russian Central Bank Governor Elvira Nabiullin deftly responded to Western sanctions over the war in Ukraine but it hasn't been enough to save the ruble.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

Lebanon: Interim Central Bank Governor Steps Up

The interim leader of Lebanon's central bank faces daunting challenges: A devaluated currency, crippled banking system, triple-digit inflation and soaring poverty.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

American Credit Card Debt Continues To Climb

Consumers are using credit cards more than ever but delinquency rates haven't increased—for now.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

World Bank Reacts To Uganda’s New Anti-LGBTQ+ Law

The institution is Uganda’s biggest lender, accounting for roughly 55% of its multilateral external debt stock.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

The Philippines’ New Sovereign Fund Gets A Cool Reception

Concerns about corruption and mismanagement hamper the Philippines' sovereign wealth fund launch.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

Call It “The Ripple Effect”

Recent court crypto ruling offers corporates an FX alternative.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

Saudi Banks Step Up

From infrastructure and SMEs to fintech, a thriving banking sector is taking a major role in the kingdom’s economic overhaul.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

Central America: To Dollarize Or Not To Dollarize?

Central America is split between nations that want to join the de-dollarization effort led by BRICS and others like Costa Rica which is considering formal dollarization.

Economics, Policy & Regulation

Longtime Xi Loyalist Assumes The Economic Reins

New Chinese vice-premier He Lifeng has been a vocal proponent of the Greater Bay Area initiative and has worked with Xi Jinping since the 1980s.