The Bank of Japan is set to raise its inflation outlook for fiscal 2025, acknowledging persistent upward pressure from food costs such as rice, while keeping its 0.5% short-term policy rate unchanged in its July 30–31 meeting. This move reflects a cautious stance as
Bitcoin has soared past the $120,000 threshold, marking a new all-time high
Since March, Beijing has urged banks to bolster low‑interest consumer lending to
Bitcoin has surged to an all-time high, climbing above $116,700 on Friday
The Bank of Japan’s latest regional survey reveals a nuanced picture: although
From the outset, Australia’s central bank has signalled a meaningful shift in financial market infrastructure
UniCredit’s pursuit of a €17 billion Banco BPM bid and its strategic expansion in Commerzbank are entering
In a move that caught markets off guard, the Reserve Bank of Australia held its
Japan now faces a precarious balancing act as US-imposed tariffs weigh heavily on exports, corporate
The US dollar recently hovered near multi‑year lows amid escalating geopolitical tensions as the Trump
Singapore’s financial regulator has issued its second-largest collective fine, totalling S$27.45 million (US$21.5 million), against
A group of high-profile tech billionaires is preparing to launch a new bank called Erebor,
Stripe has deepened its partnership with open banking provider TrueLayer, expanding their pay-by-bank solution into
Singapore police now have the authority to seize control of an individual’s bank account and block money transfers if they suspect the person is being scammed, under a new law that came
ING Bank is intensifying its investment in agentic artificial intelligence (AI) to reshape its operational backbone, with transformative projects already under way in transaction monitoring, customer due diligence (KYC), and mortgage processing. The move reflects the bank’s strategy to enhance
Spanish banking group BBVA has launched a new digital bank in Germany, expanding its footprint beyond corporate and investment banking to target everyday retail
In the complex terrain of SME finance, where trust and timing are paramount, 4Syte has emerged as a resolute force. Eschewing the impersonal rigidity
Growth and efficiency have long dominated the agenda in financial services, often at the expense of depth, discernment, and client focus. As the industry has shifted toward scale-driven advisory models, a quieter, more deliberate approach has been steadily taking shape. From its base in
Mexico’s financial authorities are bracing against fresh pressure from the United States following sanctions targeting three domestic financial institutions – CiBanco, Intercam Banco and Vector Casa de Bolsa, alleged to have facilitated money laundering for drug cartels. In response, Mexico’s banking regulator has placed
India’s central bank has taken a strategic pivot, conducting a ₹1 trillion (approx. $11.6 billion) variable‑rate reverse repo auction on 27 June 2025 to drain excess cash from the banking system, just weeks after surprising markets with substantial rate cuts and reserve ratio relief. This marks
Brussels is taking the bold step of advancing stablecoin regulations despite warnings from the European Central Bank (ECB) that such rules might destabilise banks in turbulent market conditions. The European Commission’s upcoming guidance would permit stablecoins issued outside the EU to be treated as
A hawkish voice within the Bank of Japan (BOJ) has raised the possibility of decisive interest rate hikes, signalling a shift in stance amidst persistent inflation pressures and global trade uncertainties. Board
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) – often dubbed the “central bank of central banks” – issued its strongest warning yet on 24 June 2025, cautioning that stablecoins, while popular, fail three
Virgin Australia’s return to the ASX via its A$685 million IPO marks a pivotal moment for both the airline and Australia’s languishing equity market. Priced at A$2.90 per share, the offering values the
Global central bank reserve managers are taking decisive steps to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar amid rising geopolitical uncertainty and policy shifts. According to a new OMFIF survey covering around $5 trillion in
The World Bank has issued a strong call for radical transparency in national debt reporting, aimed at preventing future financial crises in developing countries. A report published on 20 June 2025 highlights
Rising tensions in the Middle East have prompted investors across the banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector to reassess risk and asset positioning. Following recent attacks and threats of escalated conflict,
The UK government has launched the Smart Data Group following passage of the Data (Use and Access) Bill, signalling a major step in extending open banking principles beyond payments to energy, telecoms,
The Swiss National Bank’s 2025 Financial Stability Report, released on 19 June 2025, paints a picture of rising economic uncertainty fuelled by geopolitics and trade tensions. Global debt levels close to record
The Bank of England maintained its key interest rate at 4.25% on 19 June 2025, marking yet another measured pause in its monetary easing cycle. This decision, approved by a 6–3 majority,
Russia’s dominant lender, Sberbank, is unveiling an upgraded version of its GigaChat large language model (LLM) now equipped with advanced reasoning capabilities, marking a significant evolution in its AI ambitions. According to First Deputy CEO Alexander Vedyakhin, the new model,
The Inter‑American Development Bank (IADB) has unveiled a pioneering strategy to mobilise sustainable finance in developing nations, using public funds to trigger vast private
Metro Bank’s shares have surged on speculation of a private‐equity takeover by Pollen Street Capital, part-owner of Shawbrook Bank. The bid, still in informal
In an exclusive interview, ECB Vice‑President Luis de Guindos conveyed a calm assurance about the euro’s recent rise and lingering inflation concerns, painting a picture of