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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

UniCredit Bank in Czechia will have a new boss

UniCredit Bank in Czechia is set to appoint a new chief executive officer, marking a significant change in leadership for the financial institution.

Mar 3 โ€ข 09:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Some Finns are still suffering from last Christmas โ€“ "Worrying"

A report reveals that a notable proportion of Finns are still struggling to manage the financial aftermath of last Christmas, with some still in debt months later.

Mar 3 โ€ข 09:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

UniCredit Bank changes its CEO. Dusรญlek replaces Iannaccone

UniCredit Bank has appointed a new CEO, Dusรญlek, replacing Iannaccone amid unspecified challenges.

Mar 3 โ€ข 08:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Optima Bank: Profit of 170 million euros in 2025

Optima Bank is projected to achieve a profit of 170 million euros by 2025, representing a significant increase over the previous year.

Mar 3 โ€ข 08:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

FT: Expert warns of a significant inflation spike

A prolonged war in the Middle East could lead to a significant spike in inflation across the Eurozone, according to Philip Lane, the chief economist of the European Central Bank.

Mar 3 โ€ข 08:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

India's stance on Iran: Is Sonia Gandhi concerned about foreign policy or Congress's vote bank?

Sonia Gandhi criticizes the Indian government's stance on Iran, questioning whether her concerns stem from foreign policy issues or political motivations within the Congress party.

Mar 3 โ€ข 08:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

HDFC Bank Changes Rules... Charges on UPI Withdrawals from April 1, Know Details

HDFC Bank will implement a charge on UPI cash withdrawals starting April 1, ending the previous system of free withdrawals.

Mar 3 โ€ข 07:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

ECB Warning on Inflation and GDP โ€“ The Duration of the War in the Middle East is Key

The European Central Bank's chief economist warns that a prolonged conflict in the Middle East could lead to significant inflation and a sharp downturn in the Eurozone's production.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

LHV plans to pay a dividend of 17 cents per share, Erki Kilu to become the new head of the bank

LHV Group is set to distribute a dividend of 17 euros cents per share following its upcoming shareholders' meeting where significant changes to the board will also be decided, including the appointment of Erki Kilu as the new CEO.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kookmin Bank to Cut Delinquent Debts of Vulnerable Groups by Up to 90%

Kookmin Bank has announced a plan to reduce delinquent debts for vulnerable groups by up to 90%, affecting over 12,000 individuals.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Erki Kilu continues as CEO of LHV Bank instead of Kadri Kiisel

LHV Bank in Estonia has appointed Erki Kilu as its new CEO, replacing Kadri Kiisel, effective April 1st.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Missiles pass over my family's house,' says Palestinian doctor living in Valinhos

'Missiles are passing over my family's house,' states a Palestinian doctor living in Brazil, as the conflict escalates.

Mar 3 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Market: The War Changes the Agenda of the Cyprus Bank

The stock of the Cyprus Bank has fallen to its lowest level since January 23, influenced by developments in the Middle East, particularly the emergence of Iranian drones in a British base.

Mar 3 โ€ข 04:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Market: The short position in Alpha Bank has closed

Millennium International Management has nearly eliminated its short position in Alpha Bank after betting on a decline in the bank's shares last week.

Mar 3 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

In Bolivia, stolen banknotes from a cargo plane are being sought

Bolivian police are conducting searches in over 20 homes to track down banknotes stolen from a crashed cargo plane that was carrying over seven million dollars.

Mar 3 โ€ข 03:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Bank of Korea Participates in BIS Climate Response Corporate Bond Fund

The Bank of Korea has announced its participation in the BIS Climate Response Corporate Bond Fund, investing a portion of its foreign assets to support climate crisis responses and low-carbon economic transitions.

Mar 3 โ€ข 03:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB bets on Flamengo's bank to generate revenue, says president to DF deputies

The president of BRB (Banco de Brasรญlia) expressed confidence in the digital bank of Flamengo as a business opportunity to generate revenue, addressing the deputies of the Federal District.

Mar 3 โ€ข 02:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Net reserves jump 772% to $34.8bn in two years

Nigeria's net foreign exchange reserves have surged to $34.8 billion at the end of 2025, a significant increase from 2023.

Mar 3 โ€ข 02:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

CBN bets on easing inflation, FX stability for rate cut

The Central Bank of Nigeria cut the Monetary Policy Rate by 50 basis points to 26.5% as part of efforts to manage inflation and stabilize the foreign exchange market.

Mar 3 โ€ข 02:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

โ€˜Liveโ€™ chance of interest rate hike at March RBA meeting amid oil price spikes affecting inflation, governor says

The governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia indicates a potential interest rate hike at the upcoming March meeting due to rising oil prices impacting inflation and a tight labor market.

Mar 3 โ€ข 01:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Gilmar's decision to aid Toffoli is an outrage

Supreme Court Minister Gilmar Mendes has suspended the confidential investigations related to a bank linked to Justice Dias Toffoli, raising concerns about judicial integrity and procedural fairness in Brazil.

Mar 3 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Guardian Australia
National & Local

RBA chief says March interest rate rise a โ€˜liveโ€™ chance amid Iran war inflation risk โ€“ video

The Reserve Bank of Australia's governor, Michele Bullock, indicated that an interest rate rise in March is possible due to inflation risks exacerbated by the Iran war.

Mar 3 โ€ข 00:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Master Case: Damage caused to BRB estimated at R$ 8 billion, says president of public bank

The president of the Banco de Brasรญlia announced that the financial damage from failed transactions with Bank Master is estimated at R$ 8 billion.

Mar 2 โ€ข 23:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

War between the USA and Iran may affect Copom's decision this month

The escalation in tensions between the USA and Iran is forecasted to impact Brazil's economy, influencing fuel prices and potentially affecting the central bank's interest rate decisions.

Mar 2 โ€ข 23:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Meeting of the president of BRB with district representatives lasts over eight hours; deputies remain hesitant about the project to capitalize the bank

District deputies had an extended meeting with the president of the Bank of Brasรญlia (BRB), discussing a controversial project that aims to capitalize the bank.

Mar 2 โ€ข 22:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Debt-ridden families: the Central Bank created an instrument for banks and fintechs to guarantee loan collections

Amid rising default rates among families and businesses, Argentina's Central Bank has introduced a mechanism allowing banks and fintech to secure loan repayments through immediate transfers.

Mar 2 โ€ข 22:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

There will be a payment mechanism in installments to facilitate credit from digital wallets

Argentina's Central Bank has introduced a new installment payment mechanism for digital wallets to enhance competition with banks in personal financing.

Mar 2 โ€ข 20:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

SAS flight had to turn back as power bank started to smoke

A SAS flight from Oslo to Tromsรธ had to make an emergency landing after a power bank overheated and started smoking on board.

Mar 2 โ€ข 20:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Abia teams up with AfDB for $200m agroโ€‘industrial zone

The Abia State Government in Nigeria is collaborating with the African Development Bank for a $200 million agro-industrial initiative under Tranche 2 of the Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zones programme.

Mar 2 โ€ข 20:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Future Tech Poland Fund to Support Polish Innovations

The Future Tech Poland (FTP) fund, a joint initiative by the National Economy Bank and the European Investment Fund, aims to bolster investments in Polish innovations with significant financial backing.

Mar 2 โ€ข 19:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Two years ago they were sleeping in a bank ATM and a media outlet from La Plata told their story: 'A guy came in, looked at us and changed our lives'

A struggling family in La Plata, once homeless and living in a bank ATM, shares their story of transformation through the help they received.

Mar 2 โ€ข 19:10 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: South Africa's Hex Battery Energy Storage System Is Delivering Energy Solutions That Africa Can Scale

South Africa's Hex Battery Energy Storage System provides reliable energy solutions for local industries, showcasing potential applications throughout Africa.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Bank of Greece: Dividend of โ‚ฌ0.67 per share - Doubling of net revenues, reaching โ‚ฌ880.8 million

The Bank of Greece announced a dividend of โ‚ฌ0.67 per share and reported a significant increase in net revenues to โ‚ฌ880.8 million for the year 2025.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How Much Bank Employees Earn in March 2026

Bank employees in Argentina will see a 2.9% salary increase in March 2026, consistent with the country's inflation index.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Forex reserves hit $34.8bn in December 2025 โ€“ CBN

Nigeria's foreign exchange reserves increased to $34.8bn by December 2025, indicating stronger external economic stability, according to the Central Bank Governor.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mendonรงa exempts Campos Neto from testifying at the Organized Crime CPI

Minister Andrรฉ Mendonรงa exempted former Central Bank President Roberto Campos Neto from mandatory testimony before the Organized Crime CPI.

Mar 2 โ€ข 16:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

BRB President tells DF deputies that there is an attempt to privatize the bank

The President of BRB, Nelson de Souza, has informed District Federal deputies that there is external pressure for the bank's privatization while advocating for a rescue project for the institution.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Don't let Washington politicians turn your local bank into a government spy

The Trump administration is reportedly contemplating measures that would require banks to collect citizenship information from customers, raising concerns about privacy and the implications for customer access to banking services.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Lives after the Treaty of Lausanne - The Pontic refugees through the archives of the National Bank

The article discusses the impact of the Treaty of Lausanne on approximately 1.5 million Greek Orthodox refugees, particularly focusing on the unique identity and integration challenges faced by the Pontic Greeks.

Mar 2 โ€ข 13:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fixed term: what is the interest rate bank by bank this Monday, March 2

This article outlines the interest rates for fixed-term deposits offered by various banks in Argentina as published by the Central Bank of the Republic of Argentina (BCRA) on March 2.

Mar 2 โ€ข 13:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Liquidity is preserved, but BRB needs to increase capital to protect itself, says report

An internal report from the Bank of Brasรญlia indicates that while the institution's liquidity is preserved, it is necessary to increase its capital to ensure protection.

Mar 2 โ€ข 12:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Market: Athens in the 'red', a plunge of up to 5% in Banks - Why Motor Oil and ELPE are strengthening

The Athens Stock Exchange is deeply affected by the recent escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, leading to significant declines in bank stocks and a rise in oil companies like Motor Oil and ELPE.

Mar 2 โ€ข 12:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Danske Bank becomes partner for Copenhagen Pride again after Gaza conflict

Danske Bank has announced its return as an official partner for Copenhagen Pride after previously withdrawing support due to conflicts over statements regarding the Israel-Hamas war.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Czech National Bank detained 1682 counterfeit and altered banknotes last year

The Czech National Bank (ฤŒNB) reported that it seized 1682 counterfeit and altered banknotes in the past year.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:36 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: LACC Clears Emma Metieh Glassco of Corruption Allegations

The Liberia Anti-Corruption Commission has cleared Emma Metieh Glassco of corruption accusations related to the use of World Bank funds after a thorough investigation showed no evidence of criminal intent.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

LB issues the fourth cryptocurrency service provider license to the company 'Micar assets'

Lithuania's central bank has issued a cryptocurrency service provider license to Micar Assets, enabling the company to offer various crypto services to private and corporate clients.

Mar 2 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

BOJ Deputy Governor Does Not Indicate Next Rate Hike Timing, Focus on Middle East Situation

The Deputy Governor of the Bank of Japan refrained from specifying the timing of the next interest rate hike, while stating that the bank is closely monitoring the tense situation in the Middle East.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:31 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Zimbabwe: Zimbabweans Now Keeping ZiG for Longer Periods Due to Its Stability - Survey

A recent survey indicates that Zimbabweans are holding onto the ZWG currency, known as ZiG, for longer durations due to its stability and appreciating value.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Santander ยฃ2,000 'rule' in place for all UK bank account holders

Santander UK has implemented a ยฃ2,000 limit on cash deposits via self-service machines for all account holders, prompting customers to be aware of these restrictions when depositing funds.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: As CBN Considers Capital Raise for MFBs, Operators Move to Strengthen Corporate Governance

The National Association of Microfinance Banks in Nigeria is focusing on enhancing corporate governance in anticipation of a potential increase in the minimum capital requirements by the Central Bank of Nigeria.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:01 UTC

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