At dinner, Lula tells Haddad that he needs him in the dispute in SP
President Lula has reportedly urged Finance Minister Haddad to join his electoral campaign in São Paulo as they strategize for the upcoming election.
Manitoba Tories used legislature room for campaign: elections commissioner
Manitoba's election commissioner found that the Progressive Conservatives violated provincial laws by using a legislative room for campaign activities before the 2023 provincial election.
Live broadcast at 8:30: Parties reached an agreement - this is the debt brake
Finnish political parties have reached an agreement on a new debt brake ahead of the upcoming election term, although the Left Alliance has opted out of the agreement.
[Breaking News] KOSPI Surpasses 6000 for the First Time
On the 25th, the KOSPI index surpassed the 6000 mark for the first time in history, marking a significant increase of 122% since last year's presidential election.
The government claims to have emptied the coffers and is now urging other parties
The Danish government states it has nearly exhausted its financial resources and is calling on all parties in parliament to propose financing for election campaign proposals.
Partial Findings of Aurelijaus Veryga's Presidential Campaign Advertisements Recognized as Justified
The report concludes that campaign messages related to Aurelijaus Veryga's presidential candidacy were found to have characteristics of political advertising, leading to a request for financial report adjustments.
Nigeria: Electoral Act Raises Presidential Campaign Expenses to N10bn
The new Electoral Act in Nigeria has increased the presidential campaign spending limit from N5 billion to N10 billion, along with raising other election spending thresholds significantly.
Mayor Candidates’ Triell: Housing, Transport, Finance - How OB Candidates Differ
The article discusses the differing viewpoints of mayoral candidates in Munich regarding housing solutions amidst rising concerns over living space in the city.
Will Concerns Over Finance Recede with "Takaichi's Strong Leadership"? The Strengthening Yen and Falling Interest Rates Persist Amid Remaining Concerns
Japan's Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's administration faces contrasting economic signals following the Liberal Democratic Party's victory, with rising yen strength and declining interest rates amid fiscal concerns.
Fiscal crisis and debt need to take center stage in the campaign
The article discusses the fiscal crisis and debt management under the government of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil, emphasizing the need for these issues to be prioritized in the electoral campaign.
Balancing on the Edge of a Knife, We Can Expect Some Pre-Election Bonuses This Year
The article discusses the trend of Latvian politicians offering financial incentives to voters ahead of elections and the potential negative impact on the country's financial health.
VIDEOS: JL2 from Wednesday, February 11, 2026
The latest news segment features financial sector concerns over central bank restrictions, political updates on Lula's election standing, and significant events both domestic and international.
Tax advisors will re-elect the head of the council due to a procedural error
The Polish Ministry of Finance has raised concerns about the validity of the upcoming re-election of the head of the National Council of Tax Advisors, following a technical voting error.
Local Election 2026: Six Visions for Puchheim
Six candidates for Puchheim's mayoral election discussed their visions in light of decreasing revenues and high maintenance costs for municipal facilities.
Fernando Haddad in the frying pan
Brazil's Finance Minister, Fernando Haddad, faces pressure to run in a major election despite his previous political setbacks.
House of Representatives election today; parties make final appeals on key issues such as consumption tax cuts and the money in politics
Japan's House of Representatives election is being held today, with key issues including consumption tax cuts and political finance at the forefront of party leaders' final appeals.
Is a 'Liz Truss Moment' Threatening Japan? The Global Financial Markets Are Nervous Ahead of This Election
Japan is set to elect a new parliament on Sunday, with the Prime Minister proposing a shift in economic and financial policies that could impact investors.
Bitcoin falls below $70,000 and hits lowest level since Trump’s re-election
Bitcoin's price dropped to below $70,000 for the first time since Donald Trump's re-election, reflecting decreased investor interest in risky assets.
Lula says Haddad and Alckmin have a role to play in SP elections
President Lula stated that Vice President Alckmin and Finance Minister Haddad have important roles to fulfill in the São Paulo elections to support his re-election campaign.
Donors gave $131m ahead of Australia’s 2025 election. Here’s who they are
Australian political parties received $131 million in donations from various sectors, including technology, fossil fuels, and finance, in preparation for the 2025 election.
Yen depreciation advances to the 157 yen range; the effect of rate checks diminishes, marking a two-week level
The yen weakened to around 157 yen to the dollar in the Tokyo foreign exchange market, the lowest in roughly two weeks, due to perceptions of continued yen-selling influenced by a recent election victory by the ruling party and its fiscal policies.
Banks estimate increase in the sale of Brazilian companies' shares
Brazilian companies are expected to see an increase in share sales for the second consecutive year in 2026, driven by anticipated interest rate cuts by the Central Bank amid presidential election volatility.
In drawing for São Paulo, Lula studies scenario with Simone for government and Haddad in the Senate
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is exploring options for a strong alliance in São Paulo, considering Planning Minister Simone Tebet as a candidate against Governor Tarcísio de Freitas, while also addressing resistance from Finance Minister Fernando Haddad regarding another unfavorable election contest.
New Strong Bitcoin Fall
Bitcoin has dropped over 40% since its peak in October, reaching its lowest level since Donald Trump's election victory in November 2024, with a recent fall of 7.2% to $73,199 despite expectations for more crypto-friendly policies.
Increase in taxes on the wealthy for funds... Can the proposals from each party to finance consumption tax cuts be realized?
As Japan approaches the House of Representatives election on February 8, major political parties are advocating for a reduction or abolition of the consumption tax, raising questions about the feasibility of financing social security from a diminished tax base.
Epstein Files: The former French Minister of Economy Bruno Le Maire also in the picture, went to the financier's house
Former French Economy Minister Bruno Le Maire reportedly met with Jeffrey Epstein at the request of a close associate of Nicolas Sarkozy to discuss funding ideas for election campaigns, raising new questions about Epstein's international connections.
A Democratic Congresswoman Charged with Misappropriation of Funds Intended for the Fight Against Covid-19
American Democratic Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has been charged with misappropriating Covid-19 relief funds, allegedly using part of the diverted money to finance her election campaign while facing a potential sentence of up to 53 years in prison.