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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Oil Price Crisis: Must the ECB Act Now?

The European Central Bank is under greater pressure to respond to the oil price rise than the US Federal Reserve, as global banks prepare for interest rate decisions amid the oil price shock this week.

Mar 16 • 19:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The government's "trilemma": reserves, inflation, and activity fail to align

The Argentine government struggles to balance increasing reserves, reducing inflation, and restarting economic activity simultaneously.

Mar 16 • 18:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fixed Term Deposit: What is the Interest Rate Bank by Bank this Monday, March 16

The Argentine Central Bank has released updated interest rates for fixed term deposits for March 16, helping savers choose the best options.

Mar 16 • 15:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The President has decided on a candidacy for the head of the Bank of Lithuania

The President of Lithuania has expressed intentions regarding the candidacy for the head of the Bank of Lithuania, supporting the current chairman G. Šimkus for reappointment.

Mar 16 • 13:08 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Court: Central Bank's Revocation of 'Foxpay' License Was Justified

The court upheld the Central Bank's decision to revoke 'Foxpay's license, citing the owner's non-compliance with legal requirements.

Mar 16 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Preliminary GDP' of the Central Bank shows 0.8% growth in January, the largest monthly expansion in a year

The Brazilian Central Bank's Economic Activity Index reported a 0.8% increase in January, marking the highest monthly growth in a year.

Mar 16 • 12:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Central Bank's Economic Activity Index rises 0.80% in January

The Central Bank's Economic Activity Index (IBR-Br) recorded a 0.80% increase in January compared to the previous month, falling slightly short of expectations.

Mar 16 • 12:29 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Global Money Week: Never share your passwords, PINs, CBN tells customers

The Central Bank of Nigeria warns banking customers during Global Money Week 2026 to protect their financial information by not sharing passwords or PINs, citing rising fraud cases.

Mar 16 • 11:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Focus Bulletin: with war in Iran and soaring oil prices, market predicts smaller interest rate cut this week by the Central Bank

Economists now forecast a smaller interest rate cut by Brazil's Central Bank due to rising oil prices triggered by the war in Iran.

Mar 16 • 11:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Unicredit launches a 35 billion euro takeover bid for Commerzbank to achieve controlling stake

The Italian bank UniCredit has launched a voluntary takeover bid for Commerzbank at approximately 35 billion euros to secure a controlling stake.

Mar 16 • 08:18 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: CBN Removes Affidavit Requirement for Reactivating Dormant Accounts

The Central Bank of Nigeria has eliminated the need for affidavits for reactivating dormant bank accounts to simplify the process for customers.

Mar 16 • 04:58 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Central banks face a difficult decision due to the uncertain future of the Iran war

Central banks, particularly the Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank, are grappling with the implications of the Iran conflict on inflation and economic stability.

Mar 16 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Tracing the lost reserves of the Central Bank of Venezuela: gold in exchange for spaghetti

The article investigates the significant decrease in Venezuela's gold reserves and the role of illicit trades in this downfall, including key figures involved in the export of gold for food.

Mar 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Cash outside banks falls by N198bn, money supply dips

Cash held outside Nigeria's banking system declined significantly in January 2026, with a reduction of N197.68bn reported by the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Mar 16 • 02:18 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Coronation Merchant Bank completes N50 billion recapitalisation exercise

Coronation Merchant Bank has successfully raised its paid-up capital to over N50 billion through a recapitalisation programme involving a rights issue and private placement.

Mar 16 • 00:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Don’t bow to men, Sanusi warns against humiliating oneself for power

Former Nigerian Central Bank Governor Muhammadu Sanusi II emphasizes the importance of faith and resilience in overcoming life's challenges during a recent lecture.

Mar 15 • 17:57 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why the Central Bank May Break its Promise to Cut Interest Rates

The Brazilian Central Bank is facing pressures that may lead to a delay in its promised interest rate cuts due to changing global economic conditions.

Mar 14 • 21:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Despite the strong purchase of reserves, the accumulation was only US$800 million since the beginning of the year

Argentina's Central Bank has acquired US$3.3 billion in reserves this year, but only US$800 million remains available due to public debt commitments.

Mar 14 • 20:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Central Bank Must Move: The Bundesbank is Looking for the Super Property

The Bundesbank is relocating its headquarters and is in search of a new building amid high expectations and past misjudgments.

Mar 14 • 11:02 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Involuntary Interest Rate Turn: Why the Oil Shock is Causing Higher Daily Deposit Rates

The financial markets are anticipating an interest rate hike from the European Central Bank due to an oil shock, leading to rising daily deposit rates.

Mar 14 • 08:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Judge in the US rejects subpoenas against the president of the Fed, in a setback for the Trump administration

A federal judge blocked subpoenas from the U.S. Department of Justice as part of a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's handling of renovations at the central bank's headquarters, signaling potential political motives behind the investigation.

Mar 13 • 22:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Judge blocks justice department from subpoenaing Fed chair Jerome Powell

A federal judge has prevented the Justice Department from issuing subpoenas to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell during an investigation concerning the central bank’s renovation management.

Mar 13 • 20:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Judge Stops Lawsuit Against the Head of the U.S. Central Bank

A federal judge has blocked multiple lawsuits against Jerome Powell, the head of the U.S. Central Bank, ruling that the administration did not provide evidence of illegal actions.

Mar 13 • 20:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

CGU analyzes BC material on servers removed for alleged involvement in the Master case

The CGU is examining a confidential investigation from the Central Bank regarding two employees allegedly involved in the Master case.

Mar 13 • 20:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"We are concerned but we are also occupied," said Luis Caputo about the 2.9 percent inflation rate in February

Economy Minister Luis Caputo stated that despite the 2.9% inflation rate in February, which marks the ninth consecutive month without a decrease, the government was not surprised and is focused on managing the situation.

Mar 13 • 18:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fixed Term: What is the interest rate bank by bank this Friday, March 13

The Argentine Central Bank has published the fixed term interest rates offered by various banks for savings held in pesos as of March 13.

Mar 13 • 16:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Services sector grows 0.3% in January and matches record, says IBGE

The services sector in Brazil grew by 0.3% in January compared to December, reaching a historical peak since the data series began in 2011.

Mar 13 • 16:12 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

ECB Fears Loss of Influence Due to Crypto; Czechia Already Knows Something Similar

The European Central Bank is concerned about the potential loss of influence stemming from the rise of cryptocurrencies, citing parallels with Czechia's experience.

Mar 13 • 15:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Ibaneis only signed a capitalization commitment for BRB after being warned that he could have his assets blocked

The Governor of the Federal District, Ibaneis Rocha, signed a capitalization commitment for BRB only after being warned of potential personal asset blocking due to financial instability in the bank.

Mar 13 • 15:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

CBN bars loan defaulters from accessing banking services, new credit

The Central Bank of Nigeria has taken action to prohibit loan defaulters from accessing banking services and new credit facilities to enhance credit discipline.

Mar 13 • 14:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The euro is at a 7-month low against the dollar - How is the ECB reacting

The euro has declined by 0.5% against the US dollar, reaching its lowest level in seven months, prompting market analyses regarding the European Central Bank's response.

Mar 13 • 10:19 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

GRAPHIC ⟩ The shock of energy prices brings not only faster inflation but also more expensive loans

Rising fuel prices are driving inflation in the Eurozone significantly above levels acceptable to the European Central Bank, leading to expectations of increasing interest rates.

Mar 12 • 20:48 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Inflation Adjustment: The Upper Limit of the Exchange Band Will Exceed $1700 in April

Argentina's inflation rate has become a significant factor in determining the upper limit of the country's exchange rate band, which is expected to surpass $1700 by April.

Mar 12 • 20:03 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Pressure on banks for faster payments: 'In the EU, they got tired of it'

The Swedish central bank, Riksbanken, is pressing banks to implement faster payment services or face legislative action by March 2027.

Mar 12 • 17:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tax cuts on diesel are a message to the Central Bank and an attempt to contain the impact on consumers' wallets

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's decision to eliminate federal taxes on diesel signals to the Central Bank the government’s efforts to mitigate inflationary impacts from rising oil prices.

Mar 12 • 15:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Master liquidator seeks fund owners and considers hiring a company to trace resources

The liquidation process of the Master fund is struggling to track the invested money due to complex fund interrelations, prompting potential investors to reach out for ownership claims.

Mar 12 • 14:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fixed Term Deposits: What is the Interest Rate Bank by Bank this Thursday, March 12

This article discusses the interest rates for fixed term deposits as published by the Central Bank of Argentina on March 12, offering a comparative table of rates across different banks.

Mar 12 • 13:40 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Amid OpenClaw frenzy, China’s central bank adds to cybersecurity warnings

China's central bank has issued cybersecurity warnings regarding the use of artificial intelligence in the financial sector, emphasizing a cautious approach amid rising interest in AI.

Mar 12 • 10:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Mintos CEO: Bank license is a logical step in our overall development

Latvian investment platform Mintos is pursuing a banking license from the European Central Bank and the Latvian Bank to enhance its services while maintaining its focus on investments.

Mar 12 • 05:17 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Central Bank will measure the economic impact of the marine and coastal sector

Ecuador's Central Bank is launching an initiative to measure the economic contribution of the marine and coastal sector through the creation of an Oceanic Thematic Account.

Mar 12 • 01:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

CGU receives the result of the internal investigation from the Central Bank about servers involved in the Master case

The CGU has received the outcome of the Central Bank's internal investigation into two employees involved in the Master case, which may lead to further inquiries or disciplinary actions.

Mar 11 • 23:56 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Amount of forgotten money in banks is R$ 10.5 billion; see how to withdraw

The Brazilian Central Bank reports that there is R$ 10.5 billion in forgotten money in the financial system, with most funds belonging to individual account holders.

Mar 11 • 20:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BC decrees liquidation of fintech Dank Direct Credit Society

The Central Bank of Brazil has announced the liquidation of fintech Dank Sociedade de Crédito Direto due to severe financial complications and legal violations.

Mar 11 • 17:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Central Bank announces liquidation of the fintech Dank Sociedade de Crédito

The Central Bank of Brazil has announced the extrajudicial liquidation of Dank Sociedade de Crédito due to severe financial distress and violations of legal norms.

Mar 11 • 16:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

CPI approves breaking of confidentiality of Vorcaro's brother-in-law and summons dismissed BC servers

The Brazilian Senate's CPI approved the summons of dismissed Central Bank employees and the breaking of confidentiality for Fabiano Zettel, linked to a financial fraud investigation.

Mar 11 • 15:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fixed Terms: What is the interest rate bank by bank this Wednesday, March 11

The Central Bank of Argentina has released a comparative table of interest rates for fixed term deposits across various banks as of March 11.

Mar 11 • 14:23 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Farewell to the Headquarters: The Bundesbank Leaves – the Gold Remains

The Deutsche Bundesbank has decided to abandon its historic headquarters in Frankfurt to sell the building and purchase a new one, while its gold reserves will remain at the current location for the time being.

Mar 11 • 14:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fearing electoral impact and to protect STF, government tries to shift Master case crisis onto Campos Neto

Brazilian government officials are increasingly worried about the political fallout from the Banco Master scandal and are contemplating strategies to redirect blame towards the Central Bank and its former president, Roberto Campos Neto.

Mar 11 • 11:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Nordea fined millions - 'committed serious negligence'

The European Central Bank has fined Nordea 2.26 million euros for improper reporting of credit risks by its subsidiary Nordea Finance Finland.

Mar 11 • 08:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

ECB imposed a fine on Nordea for incorrect reporting

The European Central Bank has fined Nordea Finance Finland Oy for incorrectly reporting credit risks between 2021 and 2024.

Mar 11 • 08:01 UTC

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