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Published on Oct 21, 2026

Gold loans lead NBFC growth; portfolio share touches double digits

Gold necklace ornaments expensive and wealthy asset of Indian women. The brand new Indian currency bank notes of 50, 200, 500 and 2000 rupees bundle. Success and got profit from business. GST tax on goods and service. Wealth creation concept. | Photo …

Source: The Hindu Business Line - Neutral
Published on Oct 22, 2026

DBN Disburses N1.4trn Loans To MSMEs, Creates 1.6m Jobs

The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Plc has disbursed a cumulative ₦1.4 trillion to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) through 84 participating financial institutions, supporting the creation of about 1.6 million jobs nationwide as of …

Source: New Telegraph - Indeterminate
Published on Oct 22, 2026

JB Financial targets Central Asia through acquisition of 2 Kyrgyz firms

The headquarters of JB Financial Group in Jeonju, North Jeolla Province / Courtesy of JB Financial Group JB Financial Group is expanding into Central Asia through the planned purchase of two Kyrgyz financial firms, broadening an overseas business …

Source: The Korea Times - Center-left
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Innovate Africa Foundation awards scholarships to 450 product builders at Inspire Africa Conference

Innovate Africa Foundation (IAF) has awarded full scholarships to more than 450 emerging product managers and builders, as part of efforts to strengthen Africa’s product innovation ecosystem. The two-day event in Lagos brought together more than 600 …

Source: Business Day - Neutral
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Why stablecoins alone won’t fix Africa’s cross-border payment challenges — Paga CEO

Sending $200 to Sub-Saharan Africa costs an average of 8.46% of the amount transferred, the highest rate of any world region, compared with a global average of 6.36%, according to the World Bank’s third-quarter 2025 data. Traditional cross-border transfers …

Source: Nairametrics - Neutral
Published on Oct 22, 2026

'Rs 5,000 is not enough': Rohit Pawar demands bigger drought relief for farmers

Nationalist Congress Party (Sharadchandra Pawar) MLA Rohit Pawar on Wednesday demanded an Rs 85,000 crore relief package for distressed farmers, agricultural labourers and women in Maharashtra, urging the state government to prioritise rural livelihoods …

Source: Mid Day Mumbai - Neutral
Published on Oct 22, 2026

BPI reports 9M 2026 net income of P48.9 billion

14 MAKATI CITY, Philippines — The Bank of the Philippine Islands (“BPI” or the “Bank”) posted a net income of P48.9 billion in the first nine months of the year, supported by robust loan growth, higher fee-based revenues, and healthy business activity …

Source: Mindanao Times - Neutral
Published on Oct 9, 2026

SFBs' net interest margins to widen in FY27 on asset quality improvements: Report

Mumbai, The net interest margins of small finance banks are set to widen to up to 7.3 per cent in FY27 from 6.2 per cent in the year-ago period, driven by easing stress in microfinance portfolios, a report said on Friday. NIMs of SFBs (small finance banks …

Source: ETBFSI.com - Pending
Published on Oct 21, 2026

Finance Ministry advances sustainable investment agenda

The Finance Ministry is taking another step toward placing Brazil at the forefront of countries seeking sustainable investment. This week, the ministry is launching the second phase of the Brazilian Sustainable Taxonomy, with new environmental and social …

Source: Valor International - Neutral
Published on Oct 20, 2026

Nigerian entrepreneur Nonso Okpala's stake in VFD Group climbs to $14.6 million

Editor's note: Billionaires.Africa will soon launch The Africa $10 Million Shareholdings Index (AMSI), which will rank and value the disclosed stakes that named individuals hold in companies with a primary listing on an African stock exchange. The …

Source: Billionaires.Africa - Neutral
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Bajaj Finance may see NIM pressure as funding costs rise

Bajaj Finance’s AUM grew 26.5% YoY to Rs5.85 lakh crore, prompting it to raise FY27 growth guidance to 26-27%, with broad based growth across major segments. Credit costs remained stable at 1.56%, while excluding a Rs340 crore macroeconomic overlay, credit …

Source: ETBFSI.com - Pending
Published on Oct 22, 2026

HomeNet Pakistan calls for fair wages, social protection for women home-based workers

LAHORE, Oct 21 (APP):HomeNet Pakistan has called for legal recognition, fair wages, social protection and better working conditions for women home-based workers, urging the effective implementation of laws to protect their rights. The demand was raised at …

Source: Associated Press of Pakistan - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Oct 22, 2026

Islamic finance sector urged to focus on people and purpose

IFFSA 2026 calls for ethical financing, stronger regulation and greater financial inclusion across South Asia By Amira Cader Islamic finance must focus on the impact it creates for people and communities rather than measuring success solely through …

Source: Daily FT - Pending
Published on Oct 22, 2026

JB Financial Group expands into Central Asia with Kyrgyz acquisition

JB Financial Group is expanding into Central Asia through an acquisition in Kyrgyzstan, seeking new growth opportunities beyond its established Southeast Asian markets. Its subsidiary JB Woori Capital has agreed to acquire a 100 percent stake in Epoke, the …

Source: Korea Herald - Neutral
Published on Oct 22, 2026

NGX sheds N516bn as market reverses gains

The Nigerian equities market closed on a bearish note on Wednesday, reversing previous gains as heavy selling pressure in major banking and financial stocks dragged the key performance indicators lower. The All-Share Index dropped by 0.32 per cent or 794. …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate
Published on Oct 20, 2026

BISP introduces interoperability in Digital Wallet Payments, enabling withdrawals from any authorized retailer

ISLAMABAD, Oct 20 (APP):Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) Chairperson Senator Rubina Khalid on Tuesday said women beneficiaries would be able to withdraw their funds from any authorized retailer of six partner banks in any city across Pakistan, on …

Source: Associated Press of Pakistan - Gov't Propaganda
Published on Oct 16, 2026

La Plata Council Rejects Sampson’s Small-Business Ideas

La Plata small businesses won’t see micro-loans, small grants or cheaper permits from the town any time soon. The Town Council on Oct. 13 declined, 3-1, to have staff study seven proposals Councilman Gregory Sampson said came from conversations with local …

Source: The Southern Maryland Chronicle - Center-left
Published on Oct 15, 2026

N$4.4m recovered for consumers as complaints rise

The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority helped 81 consumers recover N$4.4 million from financial institutions in 2025, as complaints about insurance claims, funeral benefit payments and micro-loan interest continued to trouble the sector …

Source: The Namibian - Neutral
Published on Oct 21, 2026

Siinqee bank names new acting CEO as Neway moves to Oromia Sovereign Fund

Siinqee Bank S.C. has appointed Getachew Deresa, its former vice president of banking operations, as acting chief executive officer (CEO), replacing Neway Megersa , who has been appointed CEO of the Oromia Sovereign Fund (OSF), according to information …

Source: Capital - Pending

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Published on October 27, 2026 - 20:20 GMT

Credicorp Ltd.: Credicorp’s Earnings Release and Conference Call 3Q26

Lima, Oct. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lima, Peru, October 27, 2026 – Credicorp Ltd. announces to its shareholders and the market that its 3Q26 Earnings Release will be published on Monday, November 9, 2026, after market close. Credicorp’s webcast and …

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Published on October 14, 2026 - 00:30 GMT

The Microlending Market Is Projected to Grow to $431.78 Billion by 2030 Fueled by Increasing Industry Demand

The Business Research Company's The Microlending Market Is Projected to Grow to $431.78 Billion by 2030 Fueled by Increasing Industry Demand LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, October 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "The …

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Published on October 6, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

InNova Global Fund Opens Reg D 506(c) Offering to Fund Microlending in Kenya

Clovis, CA, Oct. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- InNova Global Fund today opened its Regulation D Rule 506(c) offering to verified accredited investors. Money raised through the offering funds microlending in Kenya, where borrowers take out microloans …

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Published on July 31, 2026 - 19:58 GMT

Rapid Recovery Microloan Program Available for Flood-Impacted Businesses

CATSKILL, N.Y. – Greene County Economic Development Corporation (GCEDC) is partnering with Columbia Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) to provide financial resources to eligible flood-impacted small businesses in both Greene and Columbia counties …

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Published on October 20, 2026 - 20:30 GMT

Apollo Appoints Ribbit Capital Founder Meyer “Micky” Malka to Board of Directors

NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apollo (NYSE: APO) today announced that Meyer “Micky” Malka, founder and managing partner of Ribbit Capital, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of Apollo Global Management, Inc. (“Apollo”), effective …

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Published on October 19, 2026 - 20:15 GMT

Credicorp Ltd.: Credicorp’s “3Q26 quiet period”

Lima, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lima, Peru, October 19, 2026 – Credicorp Ltd. (“Credicorp”) (NYSE: BAP | BVL: BAP) announces that, in accordance with its corporate disclosure policies, the Company will enter its quiet period for the third quarter …

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Published on October 19, 2026 - 05:38 GMT

Indonesia gears up for the biggest BFSI spectacle at the eighth edition of World Financial Innovation Series (WFIS)

JAKARTA, INDONESIA, October 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With a seven-year legacy of spotlighting the financial sector’s most pressing challenges and bringing future-ready solutions to address them, the World Financial Innovation Series (WFIS) …

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Published on October 19, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

JazzCash Wins Silver Award for Innovation in InsurTech at Money20/20 USA 2026

LAS VEGAS and Islamabad, October 19, 2026: Jazzcash, Pakistan’s leading digital financial services platform and a subsidiary of VEON Ltd. (NASDAQ: VEON), has won the Silver Award in the Banking – InsurTech category at Money20/20 USA 2026, a leading …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

Xceptor appoints Keith Redmond as CTO to drive the next phase of AI-driven transformation

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Xceptor, a global leader in data automation for capital markets, today announced the appointment of Keith Redmond as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The move further strengthens the …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

Beinsure cyber insurance outlook: Global premiums exceed $16 bn as claims rise

Beinsure's cyber insurance outlook finds global premiums $16 bn, US market growth of 3.5% and large-business claims doubling to $4.4 mn amid rising AI risks NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global cyber …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 08:30 GMT

Raiseward Ventures: time from seed to Series A rose 5.9% in 2025

Startups in a Raiseward Ventures study took longer to reach their next major funding round in 2025. LEWES, DE, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The median time from seed funding to Series A increased by 5.9%, while the third …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 08:00 GMT

Dept of Alpes-Maritimes, EuropIA, Université Côte d'Azur and City of Cannes host World Quantum Cannes Festival Nov 17–18

Organizers position French Riviera as Europe's central rallying point for industrialization of quantum tech, amid growing interest from economic decision-makers PALAIS DES FESTIVALS ET DES CONGRÈS, CANNES, FRANCE, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire. …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 07:30 GMT

Omninet Capital Acquires 343-Unit Waterview Crossing in Orlando, Expanding Its Orlando Portfolio to Over 1,800 Units

All-cash transaction closed in 14 business days; Omninet plans significant investment to upgrade the Rosemont community ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Omninet Capital, a private real estate investment firm, …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 07:18 GMT

New Fragasso Wealth Advisors Resource Addresses Financial Planning Through Changing Life Stages

Fragasso Wealth Advisors introduces a new resource on how financial planning needs evolve as wealth grows and life stages change. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fragasso Wealth Advisors has introduced a new …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 07:18 GMT

High-Net-Worth Financial Planning Takes Focus in New Resource from Fragasso Wealth Advisors

Fragasso Wealth Advisors introduces a new resource addressing how investments, taxes, retirement and estate planning intersect for high-net-worth individuals. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fragasso Wealth …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 07:18 GMT

Fragasso Wealth Advisors Addresses Financial Planning for Women Through Life’s Major Transitions

Fragasso Wealth Advisors introduces a new resource on financial planning for women across career, marriage, caregiving, divorce, widowhood, and retirement. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fragasso Wealth …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 07:18 GMT

Career Changes Bring New Financial Decisions, Focus of New Fragasso Wealth Advisors Resource

Fragasso Wealth Advisors introduces a new resource addressing compensation, benefits, taxes and retirement savings decisions that can come with a career change. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fragasso …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 07:18 GMT

Preparing for Retirement Starts Years in Advance, New Fragasso Wealth Advisors Resource Explains

Fragasso Wealth Advisors releases a new resource on starting retirement planning early, covering income, investments, taxes, and healthcare costs. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fragasso Wealth Advisors has …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 07:18 GMT

Fragasso Wealth Advisors Addresses the Financial Decisions That Continue Throughout Retirement

Fragasso Wealth Advisors introduces a new resource on how income, investments, taxes, healthcare, and estate planning needs evolve throughout retirement. PITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fragasso Wealth …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 07:03 GMT

IDEALX Launches Enhanced Digital Platform for Australia's Self-Managed Superannuation Market

The platform brings together investment visibility, broader investment access and AI-supported administration for SMSF trustees and financial advisers. AUSTRALIA, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IDEALX, an Australian digital financial …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 07:03 GMT

Dubai-Developed IDEALX Launches Enhanced Digital Platform for Australian Investors

The Australian fintech platform, developed in Dubai, aims to create future opportunities for eligible UAE companies to connect with Australian investors DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- IDEALX, an …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

Sage Healthcare Makes Key Director Appointments in the US and Europe

Joe Smith (USA) and Dr Rino Coladangelo (UK/EU) bring complementary expertise in global licensing, M&A, pharma transactions and financing to Sage Healthcare. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sage Healthcare Ltd (www. …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 06:58 GMT

SUMEC-ITC Brings Equipment Sourcing and Trade Services to the 140th Canton Fair

SUMEC-ITC, Official Recommended Trade Service Provider at Canton Fair, Links Global Buyers with Machinery Suppliers via Full-Chain Supply Chain Solutions GUANGZHOU, CHINA, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SUMEC International Technology Co …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 06:57 GMT

Prop Trading Awards 2026: Deutschsprachige Trader wählen die besten Anbieter

Die Prop Trading Awards 2026 stehen fest: The Trading Pit, TradersYard & FTMO wurden von deutschsprachigen Tradern ausgezeichnet. NICOSIA, CYPRUS, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Das Vergleichsportal Proptraders.de gibt die Gewinner …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 06:31 GMT

HtAG Opens Australian Commercial Property Sales Data to AI Assistants Through MCP

Self-serve API and MCP tool lets developers and AI assistants search sold industrial, office, retail and other commercial property across Australia. MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On 4 November 2026, HtAG …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 06:24 GMT

Comply Academy Expands 2027 Global Online Compliance Training in AML, GRC, FCA and AI Governance Certifications

The 2027 expansion enhances global access to professional certifications in anti-money laundering, governance, risk and compliance, FCA regulations & AI GRC. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- COMPLY ACADEMY …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 01:30 GMT

FWPS Financial Blueprint Set to Launch on Kickstarter This Thursday November 5th

About First World Peoples Solutions First World Peoples Solutions (FWPS) is an educational initiative focused on financial literacy NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First World Peoples …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 00:39 GMT

James Malinchak Interviews Ashley Brinton: Motivational Speaker, Author and Leadership Expert

From overcoming a childhood learning disability to helping build nationally recognized brands, Ashley Brinton shares her inspiring journey of resilience SARATOGA SPRINGS, UT, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Internationally …

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