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Adopting The Euro: Q&A with Governor Boris Vujčić, Central Bank Of Croatia

The governor of the Central Bank of Croatia talks about adopting the Euro and the role of the ECB in Croatia’s economy. Governor Vujcic and other central bankers are featured in our annual Central Banker Report Cards issue, coming in October for the IMF/World Bank meetings in Morocco.

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Singapore’s Central Bank Chief To Step Down

Veteran central banker Ravi Menon is set to step down as managing director of the Monetary Authority of Singapore.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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American Credit Card Debt Continues To Climb

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

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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.

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The Philippines’ New Sovereign Fund Gets A Cool Reception

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

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Call It “The Ripple Effect”

Recent court crypto ruling offers corporates an FX alternative.

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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.