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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Alberta budget has minister asking: โ€˜Is this the right tax structure for the province?โ€™

The Alberta finance minister is prompting citizens to consider the province's tax structure amid a projected $9.4 billion deficit in the 2026 budget.

Feb 27 โ€ข 18:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Alberta finance minister hits the road in attempt to sell 2026 provincial budget

Alberta's finance minister promotes the new provincial budget, highlighting its high spending and significant deficit as necessary for economic stability amid challenging financial conditions.

Feb 27 โ€ข 18:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Local Elections in Bavaria: The Financial Crisis of the City of Penzberg: Luxurious Bankruptcy

The city of Penzberg, despite hosting a successful global company, faces a significant financial crisis attributed to mismanagement of finances by local politicians.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

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.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

New skyscraper at the World Trade Center in New York will house the headquarters of an important financial firm

American Express will build a new global headquarters in New York's World Trade Center, expected to be completed by 2031.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The Epstein Network: Why Do the Sinful Islands Have All This Charm?

The article explores the allure of Epstein's secluded Caribbean island, which became a center for his global network attracting elite figures from politics, finance, and fame.

Feb 24 โ€ข 16:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Currency Truce: The Official Dollar Falls Again and Consolidates Below $1400

The official dollar continues to decline, settling below $1400 amid economic factors such as increased export currency liquidation and a weaker global dollar.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Nova Scotia budget set to be delivered, with spending cuts expected

Nova Scotia's Finance Minister is set to present a budget that anticipates significant spending cuts and service reductions due to rising deficits.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Experts' advice after tariff announcement: Do not make hasty decisions

After President Donald Trump's announcement of new global tariffs, economic uncertainty looms, prompting experts to advise prudence in financial decisions.

Feb 21 โ€ข 17:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian competitiveness will not be affected by tariffs, says Haddad

Brazil's competitiveness will not be impacted by the 10% global tariffs imposed by the U.S., according to Finance Minister Fernando Haddad.

Feb 21 โ€ข 06:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

The world meets in India to discuss the future of AI

Global discussions on the future of artificial intelligence are taking place in India, focusing on investments and innovations.

Feb 21 โ€ข 00:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

N.S. finance minister expected to cut spending in next weekโ€™s provincial budget

Nova Scotia's Finance Minister plans significant spending cuts in the upcoming provincial budget to address a growing deficit.

Feb 20 โ€ข 17:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

5 things to know as New Brunswick prepares for cuts in next monthโ€™s budget

New Brunswick faces a record $1.3 billion deficit, prompting the government to consider significant cuts to services and programs in the upcoming budget.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Nova Scotiaโ€™s Finance Department says over-budget spending needed to act swiftly

Nova Scotia's Finance Department defends its over-budget spending practices, emphasizing the necessity for flexibility in responding to citizens' needs despite criticism from the auditor general and opposition parties.

Feb 18 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greek Shipping: Pillar of the Global Economy

Three prominent Greek shipowners delivered messages to the younger generation during an event celebrating the 10th anniversary of the MSc in International Shipping, Finance and Management program.

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Marc, 25, earns big from the world's crises โ€“ from bed

Marc Velmare, a 25-year-old, has successfully capitalized on global crises, earning significant profits by trading based on breaking news.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

5 things to know about B.C.โ€™s 2026 budget

B.C. Finance Minister Brenda Bailey has unveiled a budget for 2026 that significantly raises the province's deficit while projecting a path of declining deficits in future years.

Feb 17 โ€ข 23:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

February 21 โ€“ Kozak Financial Group

Kozak Financial Group offers financial consultation services aimed at securing clients' wealth and financial legacy in Alberta, Canada.

Feb 17 โ€ข 20:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

New Brunswickโ€™s projected $1.3-billion deficit is highest in provinceโ€™s history

New Brunswick is facing its highest projected deficit in history at $1.33 billion, according to a fiscal update from Finance Minister Renรฉ Legacy.

Feb 17 โ€ข 18:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Health, education, public safety to be protected in B.C. budget, Minister Bailey says

British Columbia's Finance Minister Brenda Bailey outlines a disciplined budget prioritizing health, education, and public safety amid economic challenges and a significant deficit.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Ontario finance minister says rate of health-care spending is โ€˜unsustainableโ€™

Ontario's finance minister has described the province's healthcare spending as 'unsustainable', highlighting budgetary concerns amid a slowing economic environment.

Feb 17 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

ETF Pope on Global Funds: "The Highest Yielding Stock Market is Not America"

Gerd Kommer, renowned for advocating low-cost investing through ETFs, champions global equity funds, arguing that investors should not overlook non-American markets for better returns.

Feb 17 โ€ข 06:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

The EU plan: more common debt for a super euro

The EU is considering increasing common debt through eurobonds to strengthen the euro's global competitiveness.

Feb 17 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Ford government would use LCBO โ€˜cloutโ€™ in future fights with companies

Ontario's finance minister indicates the government may leverage the LCBO's purchasing power in disputes with businesses, following a recent resolution with Diageo over Crown Royal.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

K. Pierrakakis: In Brussels for Eurogroup and Ecofin - What the agenda includes

Greek Minister of National Economy and Finance, Kyriakos Pierrakakis, is in Brussels for crucial Eurogroup and Ecofin meetings focused on enhancing the international role of the euro amidst global economic challenges.

Feb 16 โ€ข 06:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

B.C. 2026 budget โ€˜neitherโ€™ big cuts nor tax increase, minister says

British Columbia's finance minister announced that the upcoming budget aims to protect core services without significant cuts or tax increases.

Feb 15 โ€ข 23:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

B.C.โ€™s provincial deficit โ€˜unsustainableโ€™ as budget day nears, official says

The British Columbia government is expected to announce significant budget cuts amid rising concerns about a growing provincial deficit, while also addressing the aftermath of a tragic mass shooting in the region.

Feb 15 โ€ข 14:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Czech Investor in Global Top Ten. Instead of Reality Shows, He Reads Financial Statements

A Czech investor has made it to the global top ten, opting for financial analysis over entertainment.

Feb 14 โ€ข 05:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

CFO in a Global Company: Risk, Innovation, and Responsibility for the Future

The CFO of a global firm discusses the complexities of managing finances across diverse international markets and the importance of structured risk management.

Feb 12 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

A monumental treasure: the discovery of 1,000 tons of gold coins that surprised the world and belongs to this country

A significant discovery of over 1,000 tons of gold coins has been made in Hunan, China, stirring the global precious metals market.

Feb 12 โ€ข 19:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Google sells a 100-year bond to finance its expansion in AI

Google has issued a rare 100-year bond as part of a global bond offering to finance its expansion in artificial intelligence, amidst rising debt among US tech giants.

Feb 11 โ€ข 16:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Alphabet Bets on Selling a 100-Year Bond to Finance AI Expansion

Alphabet has sold an unusual 100-year bond as part of a global bond issuance worth $31.51 billion to finance its artificial intelligence (AI) expansion amid rising debt among U.S. tech giants.

Feb 11 โ€ข 15:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A Bomb is Brewing Beneath the Surface of Europe's Automotive Industry โ€“ 'Banks Refuse to Finance'

European automotive industry faces challenges with global production set to decrease due to U.S. tariffs and financing issues.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

FM: Forecasts Indicate Continued Export Growth

Latvia's export dynamics are expected to remain relatively stable into early 2026 despite price fluctuations and global trade risks, according to the Ministry of Finance.

Feb 10 โ€ข 16:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Emerging markets receive investments that leave the US

Emerging markets are starting to attract investments as global investors reduce their dollar-denominated assets due to economic and geopolitical policies under President Trump.

Feb 9 โ€ข 12:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Finance. The local market is alert in a more complicated world

The local market in Argentina is reacting to global changes in monetary policy expectations following Kevin Warsh's nomination to the Federal Reserve.

Feb 8 โ€ข 03:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Senate backs Tinubuโ€™s $7.7 trillion halal economy drive, pledges support

Nigeria's Senate Committee on Finance supports President Tinubu's National Halal Economy Strategy, highlighting its potential in the global halal market valued at $7.7 trillion.

Feb 7 โ€ข 22:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Ottawa gives Canada Post a $1.01-billion loan amid ongoing financial struggles

The Canadian government has granted Canada Post a $1.01 billion loan to address its financial difficulties and ensure continued service delivery.

Feb 7 โ€ข 19:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
World

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.

Feb 7 โ€ข 09:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Eurozone ministers will evaluate the creation of euro stablecoins and more debt issuance

Eurozone finance ministers will discuss enhancing the global role of the euro and strengthening Europe's economic security through the issuance of euro-denominated stablecoins and increased joint EU debt on February 16.

Feb 6 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

UK plans to cut climate finance support by 20% after a year of promise

The UK government is planning to cut climate finance support for developing countries by over 20%, just over a year after pledging to increase support at the global climate summit.

Feb 6 โ€ข 05:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Katseli Law: What Changes in Installments, the Damage and the Danger

The Katseli Law, affecting 350,000 debtors and guarantors, is causing significant backlash among private debt managers following a Supreme Court decision that alters the interest calculation method for these loans, making it a global exception in banking credit practices.

Feb 6 โ€ข 04:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Calls grow for bigger Sukuk to fund infrastructure

Experts in Nigeria are advocating for larger and more frequent Sukuk issuances to enhance infrastructure funding and promote financial inclusion amid global market volatility.

Feb 6 โ€ข 01:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
World

Rio Tinto and Glencore abandon merger that would create the world's largest mining company

Rio Tinto has abandoned negotiations to acquire Glencore, ending months of discussions about a merger that could have reshaped the global mining industry.

Feb 5 โ€ข 20:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
World

ECB interest rates unchanged - old rates remain in effect

The ECB maintains its main deposit interest rate at 2% starting July 2025, citing the economy's resilience amidst challenging global circumstances.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Global Tech Leaders Claim AI and Smart Policies Will Bring a Digital Revolution

During the 'World Governments Summit' in Dubai, leading figures from the tech and finance sectors discussed how changing digital habits are transforming banking, governance, and everyday services.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

Gold rises on the stock market, not in showcases; it is coverage against global volatility, not refuge

Despite gold nearing historic highs, it serves more as a hedge against global volatility rather than a refuge for those holding physical gold assets.

Feb 4 โ€ข 23:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
World

China Wants to Strike America's Main Asset of Global Dominance

China is preparing to deliver a significant blow to American dominance in global finance by strengthening its own international influence at the expense of the powerful dollar.

Feb 4 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Wall Street Priest Just Retired - What Now?

Howard Silverblatt, a prominent figure in Wall Street known for his expertise on the S&P 500, has retired after nearly five decades with S&P Global.

Feb 3 โ€ข 19:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
World

Poland announces a global conference on Ukraine's reconstruction

Poland will host a global conference in June in Gdansk to discuss the reconstruction of Ukraine, led by Finance Minister Andrzej Domanski and former Prime Minister Donald Tusk.

Feb 3 โ€ข 13:38 UTC

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