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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

MP charges 16 people for fraud in RN that caused a loss of R$ 3.8 million to banks and companies

The Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Norte has charged 16 individuals in connection with a systematic financial fraud scheme that resulted in R$ 3.8 million in losses to banks and consortium companies.

Mar 2 • 17:45 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Banks warn against fraudsters visiting people at home

Norwegian banks are alerting the public about a rise in home visit fraud, where scammers pose as bank employees to deceive individuals into transferring money.

Feb 28 • 02:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TCU sets deadline for the Treasury and public banks to inform if they are considering 'federalizing' the BRB

The Brazilian Federal Court of Accounts has given a 15-day deadline for federal banks and the Ministry of Finance to disclose whether they have considered 'federalizing' the Bank of Brasília (BRB).

Feb 27 • 22:31 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

0 km motorcycles in 24 or 36 installments at low rates: the 3 new plans, what they offer, and how to access them

New financing plans in Argentina facilitate the purchase of 0 km motorcycles with unusual payment options, underpinned by government support.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

TCU will maintain oversight over pension funds with public sponsorship, decides STF

The Brazilian Supreme Court ruled that the Court of Audit of the Union (TCU) will continue to oversee pension funds sponsored by state companies and banks.

Feb 26 • 15:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

If savings bank assets exceed 20 trillion won, the largest shareholder's stake will be limited to below 50%

The South Korean financial authorities plan to introduce regulations limiting the largest shareholder's stake in savings banks with assets exceeding 20 trillion won to enhance public accountability.

Feb 23 • 06:37 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

An app for smartphones in Sierra Leone encourages people to donate blood.. what's the story?

In Sierra Leone, a smartphone app called "Life Line" is addressing the chronic shortage of blood in banks, which has been contributing to preventable deaths among mothers and children.

Feb 23 • 06:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Market: Heavy losses over 2% - Focus on Banks and Public Power Corporation (PPC)

The Athens Stock Exchange suffered significant losses over 2%, driven by declines in major banks and other blue-chip stocks.

Feb 19 • 12:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Banks open at noon this Ash Wednesday; see the next holidays and operating hours

Banks in Brazil will reopen at noon on Ash Wednesday after closing for Carnival, with adjustments to operating hours to ensure minimum service to the public.

Feb 18 • 14:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

What opens and what closes during Carnival 2026 in João Pessoa

The article outlines the operational changes for banks, public offices, and shopping malls in João Pessoa during the 2026 Carnival celebrations.

Feb 14 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See what opens and what closes during Carnival in Brasília

Due to Carnival, the operating hours of various services change in Brasília starting Saturday, with banks reopening on Wednesday at noon.

Feb 13 • 12:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival 2026: See what is open and closed in Caruaru during the festive days

The Caruaru City Hall has announced operational schedules for public and private services during Carnival 2026, highlighting essential services and differing hours for banks and commerce.

Feb 13 • 12:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

What opens and closes on carnival days in Juiz de Fora

Several services in Juiz de Fora will have altered hours due to the carnival celebrations, impacting banks, postal services, and local commerce.

Feb 12 • 20:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival 2026: see what opens and closes in cities in the interior of SP during the festive days

The 2026 Carnival in São Carlos, Araraquara, and nearby cities will alter the operation of public services, businesses, and banks, with most municipalities observing holidays on February 16 and 17.

Feb 12 • 19:11 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Banks announce changes to working hours on Monday and which services will not be provided

Banks in Lithuania will alter their working hours and service availability on February 16 due to the holiday, advising customers to complete payments before February 13.

Feb 12 • 07:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See what opens and what closes in Alagoas during Carnival

The article outlines the operational hours of businesses, banks, and services in Alagoas during the Carnival period.

Feb 11 • 21:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival 2026: see what opens and closes during the holiday in Rio

The upcoming Carnival holiday in Rio de Janeiro will lead to altered operating hours for various services, including banks, supermarkets, and healthcare units.

Feb 11 • 18:50 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Banks: 'Alarm' for new fees - Will the government intervene?

The Greek government is considering a third intervention regarding bank fees in response to new charges being instituted, which are generating public backlash.

Feb 11 • 06:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Master Case: The state of RJ and 4 cities are barred from receiving voluntary resources from the Union and taking loans from federal banks

The state of Rio de Janeiro and four municipalities are prohibited from receiving federal funds and loans due to financial issues with their pension funds.

Feb 10 • 23:29 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Changing a trade to an LLC before a mortgage can block the loan for years

The shift from individual entrepreneurship to LLCs due to public finance consolidation is causing delays in mortgage approvals as banks treat new LLCs as having no business history.

Feb 5 • 10:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police investigates São José group suspected of committing million-dollar frauds against public banks

The Federal Police is investigating a criminal group in São José dos Campos allegedly involved in multi-million dollar frauds against public banks, with operations initiated to execute a search and seizure warrant at a residence linked to the group's leaders.

Feb 4 • 11:25 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

BanEcuador, CFN and all public banks achieve a surge in profits in 2025

In 2025, the National Financial Corporation (CFN) reported profits of $280.2 million, while BanEcuador reached $23.4 million, indicating a significant profit surge for all public banks.

Feb 3 • 17:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Which days in February are there no banks and why

Bank branches will be closed to the public on two days in February, and customers are advised to plan their transactions accordingly.

Feb 3 • 14:16 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Banks Announce Free Accounts for Citizens

As of January 1, 2026, banks in Croatia will implement legal changes allowing citizens to use accounts for regular income with a package of free basic banking services, clarifying recent incomplete claims in the media.

Jan 8 • 11:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

JP Morgan: Up to $1 billion inflows into the Greek stock market with upgrade from Stoxx

Investors are returning to Greece with the General Index up 129% since 2023, surpassing Stoxx 600's 42% increase, thanks to strong banks and public finances.

Jan 8 • 10:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

News from the Financial Sector: What Financial Investors KKR and Elliott Plan for 2026

The article discusses recruitment shifts among banks, the movement of executives to financial investors like KKR and Elliott, and identifies two book chains as potential candidates for public offerings in the evolving financial landscape.

Dec 30 • 10:17 UTC

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