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The Africa Finance Corporation has renewed its partnership with Ecobank Nigeria and Soto Gallery for the upcoming +234 Art Fair, reflecting the growth of the Nigerian creative economy.

Transcorp, a Nigerian conglomerate, reported a 44% increase in its Profit After Tax for FY 2025, reaching N135.9 billion, alongside significant growth in revenue and total assets.

Axia reported a 37% drop in net profit to R$ 6.5 billion for 2025, despite achieving its highest investment volume since 2015.

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.

The Nigerian Senate has urged the Federal Government to revert to a direct payment system for contractors, arguing that the current centralized approach is ineffective.

The role of Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) has evolved significantly, demanding adaptability and foresight in financial management.

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad suggests he may run for the São Paulo governorship, with a strategic dinner planned with President Lula.

EU countries are enabled to use certain funds to finance safe abortion procedures.

Nigeria's Senate has called for a return to the old payment system for contractors, emphasizing flaws in the current centralized arrangement.

The daily horoscope for Libra advises focusing on controlling expenses and avoiding long-distance travel while encouraging efforts for a new job.

Taurus daily horoscope for February 27, 2026, suggests success in education and positive developments in family and finance.

Today is a day to proceed with caution according to the Aries daily horoscope for February 27, 2026.

Adrian Suski highlights the evolving role of the CFO from a number guardian to a strategic business partner, particularly in managing liquidity amidst recent economic challenges.

Nigeria's Finance Minister Wale Edun announced that nine million of the country's poorest households have received cash transfers as part of reforms supported by the World Bank.

The Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation achieved a 97% execution rate of its 2025 budget, leading to a proposed ₦589.89 billion budget for 2026 following positive feedback from lawmakers.

The Argentine government has successfully issued $100 million in Bonar 2027 bonds, despite receiving offers totaling $348 million, resulting in a significant oversubscription.

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich declared in a video response that Israel aims to extend its territory from the Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea, denying the establishment of a Palestinian state.

This editorial discusses the alarming financial situation in Finland, highlighting an agreement among almost all political parties to reduce the public deficit, with expected deficits reaching staggering amounts in the coming years.

Lithuania's Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas emphasized the need for concrete actions at the EU level to bolster the resilience of Eastern border regions, specifically in light of challenges posed by nearby Russia and Belarus.

Mexico plans to invest 233 million dollars in a government-backed fund focused on alternative assets, marking its first capital injection in a decade to finance projects within the country.

The Washington Post reported a loss of over $100 million last year, prompting significant layoffs.

Wall Street is experiencing negative variations despite Nvidia's strong results, as investors remain cautious about the prospects for artificial intelligence.

The sale of the Espoo Metro Arena has raised police scrutiny following concerns regarding the legitimacy of the deal involving several key figures.

Sumair Pires Leles, the former municipal finance secretary in Altônia, was arrested for allegedly embezzling over R$ 152,000 from municipal funds while having unrestricted access to the city's accounts.

The Ecuadorian government has canceled the public funding process for the renovation of the Carondelet Palace, opting instead to finance the project entirely through private donations.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva held a meeting with Raízen's major stakeholders to address the company's financial difficulties before Carnival.

The Slovak government is set to relaunch the sale of bonds for the public with lower interest rates than last year, aiming to make them an attractive investment alternative amid changing market conditions.

The article covers various incidents reported in Brazil, including sexual abuse allegations, a major police arrest, extreme weather impacts, violence, and financial issues affecting bank customers.

The Federal High Court in Abuja has indefinitely adjourned the trial of Yakubu Adamu, Bauchi State's Commissioner for Finance, who is facing allegations of terrorism financing.

Barclays customers may encounter a daily cash withdrawal limit of £300, potentially restricting access to their funds at ATMs.

Axa, the leading French insurance group, achieved a record profit of €9.79 billion in 2025, attributing this success to a decade of strategic work and operational improvements.

South Africa's Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced a significant increase in military and judicial spending to combat crime during the national budget speech.

ISPRA has introduced a new digital platform designed to transform sustainable finance from a regulatory obligation into a competitive opportunity, presenting it at a conference in the Chamber.

Estonian Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi indicated that the government might consider making adjustments to the budget as early as spring, despite preferring to limit changes until all departmental requests have been gathered in autumn.

The Czech pension system recorded a deficit of 9.2 billion CZK last year, marking a decline in the deficit compared to the previous year.

The Catalan government warns of imminent financial tensions if the 2026 budget is not approved before April, emphasizing the necessity of collaboration with ERC.

Russian regions reported a record budget deficit of 1.48 trillion rubles ($19.22 billion) in 2025, largely due to increasing expenditures outpacing revenue growth.

The net profit of six largest banks in Czechia rose by nine percent last year.

Finland's Minister of Finance, Riikka Purra, highlights the alarming projected public deficit of €14.9 billion annually over the next four years and calls for a minimum of €10 billion in corrective measures.

The European Central Bank reported a billion euro loss for the fiscal year, though lower than the previous year's loss.

Luminor Bank's net profit fell to €157.7 million last year due to lower interest rates, but the bank managed to keep its costs stable.

Canada's Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne has acknowledged the impact of new US tariffs on Canadian trade following President Trump's recent address.

Finland's Finance Ministry projects an average budget deficit of 14.9 billion euros annually from 2027 to 2030, a situation labeled as shocking by Minister Riikka Purra.

Martin Lewis’ MoneySavingExpert.com evaluates the value of Premium Bonds following a recent cut in the prize fund rate.

Former Finance Minister Samuel D. Tweah accuses Vice President Jeremiah Koung of attempting to imprison him to further his presidential aspirations.

A new online application aims to help users understand their financial debts more clearly.

Nigeria has received a $100 million investment from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to support the nationwide connectivity initiative, Project Bridge.

A report from Finland's Ministry of Finance reveals a worrying forecast for the state budget, with a projected deficit of €14.9 billion annually from 2027 to 2030.

Nvidia has reported its first annual revenue surpassing $200 billion, reinforcing its growth in the AI sector despite mixed responses from the stock market.

Česká spořitelna reported a 6.1% increase in net profit over the past year, reflecting the bank's strong performance in its financial sector.