2+ week, 15+ hour ago  (483+ words) The African Development Bank (Af DB) has renewed its call for stronger workplace justice and gender equality in Africa, using its International Women's Month 2026 event in Kinshasa to spotlight persistent barriers facing women despite robust legal protections. Held under the…...

1+ week, 11+ hour ago  (292+ words) EY's analysis highlights that ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly in West Asia, are set to have systemic impacts on India's financial services sector. Early signs include supply chain elongations, rising costs, and liquidity issues. The report emphasizes payment delays and employment…...

1+ week, 17+ hour ago  (323+ words) A recent analysis by EY indicates that ongoing geopolitical tensions especially the West Asia conflict are poised to impact Indias financial services sector through deep and multifaceted effects over time The report forecasts that the sectors future will be significantly…...

6+ day, 22+ hour ago  (270+ words) FTSE Russell has announced that Vietnam will be upgraded to emerging market status in September. This decision marks a significant transition from its previous frontier market classification, offering Vietnam increased visibility and investment opportunities. The long-anticipated upgrade is considered a…...

1+ week, 15+ hour ago  (238+ words) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is anticipated to revise its inflation forecasts upwards while pointing out potential GDP growth threats in its forthcoming policy review, as reported by Phillip Capital. The report notes the RBI's current projection of a…...

3+ hour, 24+ min ago  (710+ words) Wells Fargo has raised concerns about the impact of rising energy prices on the U. S. economy, following a disappointing first-quarter financial report. The bank's interest income and revenue missed Wall Street expectations, causing a 5% drop in shares. The surge in energy…...

5+ hour, 9+ min ago  (222+ words) Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, Chief Economist of the IMF, has projected that China's economic growth will slow in 2027 due to sluggish domestic consumption. He emphasized the necessity for China to shift its economic focus away from exports to sustain long-term growth. IMF…...

4+ hour, 29+ min ago  (630+ words) Billionaire investor Ken Griffin issued a grave warning this week regarding the fragile state of the global economy. Speaking at the Semafor World Economy Forum, Griffin emphasized the critical nature of the current situation in the Strait of Hormuz, where…...

1+ day, 8+ hour ago  (523+ words) South Africa has secured a record R890 billion in investment pledges at the sixth South Africa Investment Conference (SAIC), signalling renewed confidence in the country's economic recovery and long-term growth prospects. President Cyril Ramaphosa, in his weekly address to the nation,…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (314+ words) The Indian government has announced there is no unusual volatility in the prices of essential commodities despite the ongoing West Asia crisis Officials are actively monitoring the situation maintaining oversight on both wholesale and retail markets to ensure stability across…...