Money laundering enabled: Swiss MBaer Bank is liquidated
The Swiss MBaer Bank is being liquidated due to severe violations of money laundering regulations and dealings with sanctioned clients from Russia and Iran, with allegations of terror financing raised by the United States.
Guarantee Fund EAT-TMEDE: Renewal of the financing agreement between the Greek Development Bank and TMEDE
A new financing agreement has been signed between the Greek Development Bank and TMEDE to extend the operation of the Guarantee Fund until December 31, 2026.
As the yuan sizzles, Chinaโs central bank deploys double-barrelled policy tweak
China's central bank has introduced new measures to lower foreign exchange hedging costs and support cross-border yuan financing as the currency strengthens.
UNDP, BOA sign MoU to drive Nigeriaโs agricultural financing
The UNDP and Bank of Agriculture have collaborated to enhance agricultural financing in Nigeria through a new agreement.
Brake on mortgages? Deeds in CABA have fallen and only one bank concentrates the vast majority of operations
In Buenos Aires, the number of property deeds has significantly decreased, indicating a retreat from mortgage financing amidst a depressed demand due to falling real wages.
UniCredit Bank issued bonds worth 18 billion. The money will be used for mortgages
UniCredit Bank has issued bonds totaling 18 billion, which will be allocated to mortgage financing.
Panetta: "Stronger banks should support businesses"
The Italian banking sector is solid and vital for stability, with a call from the Bank of Italy's governor for continued support for entrepreneurial initiatives despite caution in risk management.
MSMEs battle finance gaps amid reforms โ AltBank
Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria continue to struggle with financing despite economic reforms, according to the Alternative Bank.
G. Stournaras to Politico: It is time to convince Berlin about eurobonds and debt
Greek central bank governor G. Stournaras advocates for eurobonds in an interview with Politico, urging Germany to support common bonds for financing defense and strategic investments as the EU faces multiple crises.
Business credit rises: 26.5% sought bank financing by the end of 2025
By the end of 2025, 26.5% of companies in Mexico sought commercial bank financing, marking a rise from the previous quarter.
Drivers receive vehicles under LagRide-UBA $100m partnership
LagRide and the United Bank for Africa have begun distributing vehicles through their $100 million financing partnership aimed at helping drivers transition to vehicle ownership.
Africa: AUC Chairperson Had a Constructive Meeting With the H.E. Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, President of the @afdb_group
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, met with Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, President of the African Development Bank, to discuss financial strategies and the AU-AfDB partnership.
Tinubu hails BOI over N636bn disbursement to businesses
President Bola Tinubu praised the Bank of Industry for disbursing N636bn to businesses in 2025, marking it as the highest annual financing in the institution's history.
Warning from the Bank Manager to Housing Companies - 'It's Not Worth Getting Complacent'
A bank manager warns housing companies against complacency regarding their repair financing as property values decline.
Catalonia starts financing debt with banks for the first time since the procรฉs
The Catalan government has received approval to formalize long-term bank loans totaling โฌ292.75 million, marking a significant financial shift after 14 years.
Nigeria: How CBN Reforms Pushed Nigeria Off EU High-Risk List
Nigeria has been removed from the EU's high-risk jurisdictions list for money laundering and terrorism financing, signaling improvements in its financial sector governance following Central Bank reforms.
Sudan: Minister of Energy Meets Central Bank Governor
The Sudanese Minister of Energy met with the Central Bank Governor to discuss energy projects and the bank's role in financing these initiatives.
What is the maximum age to obtain a mortgage loan?
The Ecuadorian Social Security Institute's Bank offers various mortgage loans for affiliates and retirees aimed at financing properties under preferential conditions.
Funding Programs for Small and Medium Enterprises: Support and Consulting Guidance from the National Bank
The National Bank collaborates with the Greek Development Bank to provide guaranteed financing programs aimed at supporting small and medium enterprises in Greece.
Brazilian rare earth miner receives increased funding from the US, which could become a business partner
Serra Verde, Brazil's only rare earth miner, has announced an increased financing of $565 million from a US state bank, which may also acquire a minority stake in the company.
Local content: political slogan or tangible process? This is how banks see it
The article discusses the Polish government's priority of increasing local content in investments and features an interview with the vice president of PKO BP on the bank's perspective regarding financing the energy transition.
Africa: South Africa Secures Full Afreximbank Membership with US$8 Billion Programme
South Africa has achieved full membership in the African Export-Import Bank, gaining access to an $8 billion financing package to enhance various industrial sectors.
Financing, investments drive Jaiz Bank earnings to N31.04bn
Jaiz Bank Plc reported a profit of N31.04 billion for the 2025 financial year, an increase from N23.48 billion in 2024, attributed to higher income from financing and investment activities.
States fast-track urban transport reforms to unlock funding
State transport commissioners in Nigeria are expediting urban mobility reforms to prepare viable infrastructure projects for World Bank financing under the National Urban Mobility Programme following a recent stakeholders' forum addressing an urban transport crisis.
Nigeria delivers fully furnished Africa Energy Bank
Nigeria has formally handed over the fully furnished headquarters of the Africa Energy Bank in Abuja to support sustainable financing for oil and gas investments across Africa.
Credit to families grows by 4% in 2025 due to housing and consumption boost
Spanish households ended 2025 with increased spending, as bank financing to families rose by 4% in December compared to the previous year, reaching a total of 715.884 billion euros, primarily driven by housing loans.
Billions on the table. Have banks started financing companies' big ambitions?
The article discusses banks' recent surge in providing large-scale financing to companies, exploring the reasons behind significant financial agreements and the increasing trend of consortium bank loans for enterprises.
Rental. Gdaลsk Noli Studios with refinancing
Gdaลsk's Noli Studios are securing bank financing for three co-living properties managed by Urban Partners, including locations in Wrzeszcz, Riverside, and Old Town.