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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Court ruling regarding account statements does not initially change banks' practices

Estonian banks, including SEB, have confirmed that they will not change their practices in response to a recent court ruling concerning the Financial Intelligence Unit's ability to request client account statements without sufficient legal basis.

Mar 10 • 13:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Unlawful Support for Holding Company’ E-Land Retail's Fine Confirmed by Supreme Court

The South Korean Supreme Court has upheld a fine of approximately 1.4 billion won against E-Land Retail amidst allegations of unfair support to its financially troubled holding company.

Mar 9 • 01:39 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

A Tithe is a Transaction Only Between You and God: How the Mormon Community is Organized in Latvia

The article explores the organization of the Mormon community in Latvia, highlighting their practices, financial operations, and the surprising depth of their local knowledge.

Mar 6 • 22:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Corruption and influence in the CDMX Prosecutor's Office?: The plot of Javier Nájera and his accomplices

The article explores the questionable practices of Javier Nájera, a self-proclaimed financial guru, who allegedly manipulates financial firms for personal gain, highlighting issues of corruption and influence in the Mexican financial sector.

Mar 6 • 08:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

National Tax Service recovers 257.6 billion won from unfair tax evasion in stock market... 30 cases reported to prosecution

The Korean National Tax Service has recovered 257.6 billion won in unpaid taxes from fraudulent tax evasion practices in the stock market, leading to the prosecution of 30 individuals and companies involved.

Mar 5 • 03:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

R. Žemaitaitis on the journalistic investigation into the funding of "Nemunas aušra": I see nothing unclear

Lithuanian politician R. Žemaitaitis defends the financial practices of his party in light of a journalistic investigation regarding their funding.

Mar 4 • 08:25 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Order to dissolve the former Unification Church; the organization will begin liquidation procedures following high court decision

The Tokyo High Court has ordered the dissolution of the former Unification Church, with the organization now set to begin liquidation procedures after a ruling reaffirmed decisions made by previous lower courts regarding financial damages incurred due to recruitment practices.

Mar 4 • 02:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Assembly member Juan Andrés González is saved from dismissal due to a lack of votes in the tithes case

Ecuador's Assembly member Juan Andrés González avoided dismissal after the ruling party failed to secure the necessary votes for his removal amidst accusations of improper financial practices.

Mar 3 • 22:09 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FG bans cash tax collection, roadblocks under new regulations

The Nigerian Federal Government has banned cash tax collection and the use of roadblocks for tax enforcement as part of new regulations aimed at improving tax practices.

Mar 3 • 19:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘They say you have to buy blessings’: the London women who gave everything to a controversial church

Two London women discuss their experiences and financial sacrifices made while involved with the Universal Church of the Kingdom of God, a church associated with prosperity gospel beliefs, which has been scrutinized for its fundraising practices.

Mar 3 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

The ACT's fiscal situation is dire, but there are no 'easy fixes'

An independent economist attributes the ACT's financial difficulties to government policy decisions, while the Chief Minister defends current spending practices.

Mar 3 • 05:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Pay 400 thousand. The hospital threatens the doctor who spoke about the management's practices

A doctor faces threats of a significant financial penalty from a hospital for speaking out about its management practices.

Feb 27 • 12:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Catalonia fines 17 fast credit companies up to 100,000 euros

Catalonia has fined 17 fast credit companies up to 100,000 euros each for abusive practices and clauses detrimental to consumers.

Feb 26 • 16:52 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Does Selling Delinquent Debt Mean the End?... Asking Financial Companies About 'Customer Protection Responsibility' for Original Debts

Financial companies will still bear customer protection responsibilities even after selling delinquent debts to collection agencies, aiming to prevent excessive recovery practices against those who have fallen behind on payments.

Feb 26 • 02:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Illinois: the law signed by JB Pritzker on loans that will come into effect in 2026

Illinois is implementing a new law in 2026 aimed at regulating student loan and educational financing agreements to protect consumers from predatory lending practices.

Feb 25 • 20:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Silent Revolution in Corporate Finance: Accounting Enters the Intelligent Era

The financial sector is transforming into a strategic hub due to digitalization and new pressures, evidenced by the introduction of platforms like Siigo Fiscal that enhance accounting practices.

Feb 25 • 18:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Mandatory ESG Disclosures for Large KOSPI Companies Starting in 2028... Climate Finance Expanded to 790 Trillion

Starting in 2028, large KOSPI-listed companies will be required to disclose their ESG practices, with climate finance expanding from 420 trillion to 790 trillion won.

Feb 25 • 02:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Famous lawyer from Poznań faces disciplinary court. 'Her pursuit of money led to her downfall'

Iwona S.-J., a well-known lawyer in Poznań, is facing disciplinary charges related to professional misconduct amidst allegations from clients regarding her financial practices and lack of communication.

Feb 24 • 11:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Financial Services Commission reviews LTV 0% for mortgage renewals for multiple homeowners

The Financial Services Commission in South Korea is considering applying a zero loan-to-value ratio to mortgage extensions for multiple homeowners, amid ongoing concerns expressed by President Lee Jae-myung about the lending practices.

Feb 22 • 06:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

ICPC interrogates El-Rufai after EFCC release

Former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai has been interrogated by Nigeria's Independent Corrupt Practices Commission shortly after being released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission.

Feb 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Financial authorities target ‘14 trillion won’ in rental business loans... Modifying benefits for multi-homeowners

Financial authorities in South Korea are focusing on approximately 14 trillion won in loans for rental business operators, planning to revise loan extension practices that favor multi-homeowners.

Feb 18 • 03:18 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Fortune poorly earned

The article critiques Donald Trump's financial gains during his presidency, highlighting ethical violations and comparisons to corrupt practices in Mexican politics.

Feb 17 • 08:43 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Financial Flows in Healthcare / Bory Hospital Charged Dôvera for One-Day Knee Surgery as if it Were a 34-Day Hospitalization

A patient at Bory Hospital was charged for a one-day knee surgery as if it were a 34-day hospitalization, raising concerns over healthcare billing practices in Slovakia.

Feb 16 • 12:46 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Former spouses caught: court strikes for fraudulent financial accounting and document forgery

A court has sentenced two former spouses to fines and restitution for fraudulent financial practices related to their transportation companies in Lithuania.

Feb 15 • 15:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Schillerová spoke about how to milk the state. Babiš was not pleased

Czech politician Schillerová discusses financial management practices that may not align with the expectations of former Prime Minister Babiš.

Feb 13 • 10:47 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Second DNA attempt to sanction Juan Andrés González, Ethics Committee recommends dismissal of the RC assemblyman

The National Assembly's Ethics Committee unanimously approved a report recommending the dismissal of assemblyman Juan Andrés González over allegations of unethical financial practices.

Feb 11 • 21:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

In homes where these 5 activities are done daily, money never runs out

The article discusses five daily practices related to home management that can help ensure a stable financial situation, according to vastu shastra.

Feb 11 • 17:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

They did this to them at the National Palace, for being corrupt?

The article discusses the corrupt practices at the National Palace in Mexico, focusing on the failures of the CNBV under Ángel Cabrera's leadership.

Feb 11 • 07:46 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Lee Chan-jin: "The Financial Supervisory Service should be an independent national agency like the SEC in the US"

Lee Chan-jin, head of South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service, advocates for its transformation into an independent national agency similar to the US SEC to enhance professionalism and efficiency in tackling unfair trading practices.

Feb 9 • 08:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Master, BRB, your audits and rating agencies

In October 2024, many financial market participants received information revealing risky business practices by Bank Master, despite warnings from financial authorities.

Feb 9 • 02:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Health Insurance Corporation Chairman: 'Concerns over Health Insurance Deficit ... Strengthening Oversight on Over-treatment'

The National Health Insurance Corporation in South Korea plans to strengthen oversight on over-treatment in medical institutions to reduce financial deficits, as the chairman warns of impending fiscal depletion without adjustment to increasing medical practices.

Feb 5 • 09:17 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Salary Transparency in Recruitment – Can Employers Ask About Financial Expectations Before Disclosing the Offer?

New labor code regulations regarding salary transparency, effective December 24, 2025, are changing recruitment practices, raising controversial questions about whether employers can ask candidates about their salary expectations before revealing their own offers.

Feb 5 • 04:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Institutional investors should supervise the implementation of stewardship codes... Financial Services Commission has neglected its duties for 10 years

The Financial Services Commission has been criticized for neglecting its duty to oversee institutional investors' adherence to stewardship codes for the past decade, with calls for improvement in market practices and culture.

Feb 3 • 23:18 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Spain plans to ban credits and cards activated without the express consent of the customer

The Spanish Ministry of Economy is preparing a draft law to prohibit any granting of credit without the express consent of the consumer, aiming to stop financial practices that create undue economic pressure on clients.

Feb 3 • 18:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

European banks tightened the terms on corporate loans at the end of 2025

European banks have unexpectedly tightened credit criteria for businesses at the end of 2025, raising concerns about future lending practices.

Feb 3 • 10:20 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Diving into an unpublished and controversial report on Social Housing

The article discusses a recently unveiled report on Social Housing in Reykjavík that reveals the company's weak financial standing and unsustainable management practices over recent years, while also highlighting some optimistic perspectives.

Jan 22 • 15:17 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

The PP commits to approving a «fair» funding model in the first year of government

The Popular Party (PP) pledges to establish a fair and solidarity-based funding model within the first year of Alberto Núñez Feijóo's government, while criticizing the current government's financial practices.

Jan 10 • 16:06 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Scrutinizing the scanning of evidence: excessive measure or necessity?

The President of the Personal Data Protection Office's recent decision challenges the routine scanning of identity documents by banks, prompting the financial sector to reevaluate its practices amid rising identity theft crimes.

Jan 2 • 04:32 UTC

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