Ualá closed an investment round of US$195 million
Ualá, an Argentine digital bank, has secured US$195 million in funding, raising its valuation to US$3.2 billion and enabling it to expand its services across Latin America.
The company that raised US$70 million and aims to compete with banks
DolarApp, a global financial services platform, has raised US$70 million in funding and rebranded as ARQ to expand its offerings beyond international transactions.
Let’s go to sleep, Katherine
The article discusses the work-life balance changes in investment banking, highlighting a new policy that limits work hours and provides mandatory rest periods for employees.
Another name change in banking. Santander gives way to Erste
Santander Bank Polska is rebranding to Erste Bank Polska, with a significant financial investment anticipated for the process.
Citi, close to selling another 24% of Banamex: Co-CEOs of Televisa and Blackstone among the buyers
Citigroup is nearing a deal to sell a 24% stake in Banamex to a group of investors led by Mexican billionaire Fernando Chico Pardo.
Stock Market: Profit taking continued in Banks - Second consecutive week of decline
The Athens Stock Exchange faced another week of decline, primarily impacted by profit-taking in bank stocks and a lack of new catalysts in the market.
Investing in properties: 5 banks that offer mortgage loans for second homes
Five Argentine banks are providing long-term loan options for purchasing non-primary homes amidst a renewed interest in mortgages.
JP Morgan plans wave of agency openings in the USA as rivals strengthen commitment to in-person service
JP Morgan Chase is set to open over 160 branches across more than 30 U.S. states in 2026, reflecting a significant investment in physical banking services.
Paris Stock Exchange: CAC 40 Reaches a New All-Time High
The Paris Stock Exchange's CAC 40 index hit a record high of 8438.52 points, driven by strong performance from banking and defense sectors.
Mintos Begins Process of Obtaining Banking License from ECB
Latvian investment platform Mintos has initiated the process of acquiring a banking license from the European Central Bank (ECB).
Mintos starts process to obtain a banking license from the European Central Bank
The company Mintos is initiating the process to obtain a banking license, which it predicts will take 12 to 18 months to complete, aimed at strengthening investor confidence and expanding its financial infrastructure across Europe.
Financial Literacy. Residents in Latvia Struggle Most with Long-Term Financial Planning
A report highlights that Latvian citizens face significant challenges in long-term financial planning, with a low financial literacy index compared to other Baltic states.
Actor Shreyas Talpade among 12 people sued, learn about the case
Famous actor Shreyas Talpade is facing legal troubles as a lawsuit has been filed against him and 11 others over the sudden closure of a bank branch in Uttar Pradesh, allegedly causing loss to investors.
Strengthening its national market: Nu Mexico will invest 4.2 billion dollars by 2030
Nu Mexico plans to invest $4.2 billion in the country by 2030 as part of its strategic plan.
Visa study: fast payments and Estonian-language AI scams raise bank fraud losses to record levels
A new Visa study reveals that bank fraud losses in Estonia have surged to nearly 8 million euros, primarily due to investment and banking scams, with an alarming increase projected for future years.
Tusquets dissociates himself from joint investments with Pujol Ferrusola and criticizes the police: 'They don't know how a fund works'
Carlos Tusquets, a prominent figure in Spain's banking sector, denies any joint investments with Jordi Pujol Ferrusola and criticizes the police's understanding of investment funds during his testimony in the Pujol case.
The Vatican Bank Launches Stock Indices, Aligned with Catholic Values
The Vatican Bank is introducing stock indices that reflect Catholic values.
Nigeria ranked second-largest investment banking hub in SSA
Nigeria has been identified as the second-largest investment banking market in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2025, as reported by LSEG Data & Analytics.
B3 launches index of financial letters issued by major banks in the country
The Brazilian Stock Exchange, B3, has launched an index focused on financial letters issued by major banks, providing a benchmark for this asset class.
Fixed Term: How much can you earn by investing $3,000,000 for 30 days in February 2026
The article discusses the potential earnings from a fixed-term investment of $3,000,000 in Argentina for 30 days in February 2026 based on bank offers.
Fixed Term: How Much Can Be Earned by Investing $2,000,000 for 30 Days in February 2026
The article discusses the earnings potential of a fixed term investment of $2,000,000 in Argentine pesos for a 30-day period, as determined by various banks' interest rates.
BTG Pactual increases profit by 40.3% in one year and reaches R$ 4.6 billion in the 4th quarter
BTG Pactual reported a 40.3% increase in net adjusted profit for the fourth quarter, reaching nearly R$ 4.6 billion compared to the same period last year.
BoI receives CBN approval for non-interest banking
The Bank of Industry in Nigeria has received approval from the Central Bank to implement a Non-Interest Banking window, enhancing its financial services.
Santander to Rely on Webster to Accelerate Its Investment Banking Business in the United States
Santander plans to enhance its investment banking operations in the U.S. by collaborating with Webster, aiming for significant revenue synergies.
Bank chairs backtracking on climate commitments could face shareholder revolts
Bank chairs who dilute their institutions' climate commitments are likely to encounter shareholder revolts as accountability measures are heightened.
Amprev says investments in Banco Master represent less than 5% of the portfolio and will go to court for reimbursement
Amprev has announced legal actions to recover investments in Banco Master, which were validated by the Central Bank and account for 4.7% of its total portfolio.
Banks are changing hands. Is the capital map in Poland changing?
The article explores ownership changes in the Polish banking sector, the impact of foreign capital on the market structure, reasons for foreign investors reducing their stakes, and prospects for Polish capital regarding mergers and acquisitions in the banking industry.
Greek banks accelerate funding - broke the barrier of 13 billion euros
Greek banks have significantly increased their funding, surpassing 13 billion euros, marking a highly dynamic year for the country's banking sector.
Citic Securities tops Asia-Pacific investment banking ranks with US$1.45 billion in fees
Citic Securities led the Asia-Pacific investment banking sector with US$1.45 billion in fees, representing a 29% increase from the previous year.
Stournaras: The investment strategy after the RRF – Growth 2%-2.4% by 2026
Governor Stournaras discusses Greece's investment strategy following the Recovery and Resilience Facility, highlighting the role of reforms and the banking system in supporting economic growth projected at 2% to 2.4% by 2026.
Unicaja is in the spotlight
Unicaja has had a successful year in the stock market and results, rejecting any merger proposals while focusing on increasing profits through better performance.
Bank consortium with Bank Pekao accelerates Polish energy sector
A consortium of Polish banks, including Bank Pekao, has finalized a historic project finance deal for the construction of two modern CCGT gas-steam units in the Kozienice Power Plant with a total power capacity of 1336 MWe.