Category: Finance

Large cuts to government-funded research and development can endanger American innovation – and the vital productivity gains it supports. The Trump administration has already canceled at least US$1.8 billion in research grants previously awarded by the National Institutes of Health, which supports biomedical and health research. Its preliminary budget request for the 2026 fiscal year […]

In a landmark financial agreement, Qatar Airways has secured a QAR 4.5 billion ($1.23 billion) syndicated loan from leading Qatari banks, marking its first such facility in nearly three decades. The deal, led by QNB Group, strategically integrates Islamic and conventional financing channels, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to domestic financial institutions and aligning with Qatar […]

How wealthy are you? Like most people, you probably would do some math before answering this question. You would add up the money in your bank accounts, the value of your investments and any equity in a home you own, then subtract your debts, such as mortgages and car loans. But many economists believe this […]

President Donald Trump’s promise to eliminate taxes on tips may sound like a windfall for service workers — but the fine print in Congress’ latest tax bill tells a more complex story. Right now, Republican lawmakers are advancing the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” — a sprawling, 1,100-page proposal that aims to change everything from […]

Hundreds of thousands of U.S. nonprofits provide vital services, such as running food banks and youth programs, supporting public health initiatives and helping unemployed people find new jobs. Although this work helps sustain local communities, obtaining the money and staff they require is a constant struggle for many of these groups. That’s where AmeriCorps often […]

Starwood Capital Group has closed on a combined $2.86 billion in capital commitments across three new private credit vehicles, expanding its global real estate lending strategy amid a shifting market landscape. The vehicles include: Together with related co-investment vehicles, the closings mark a significant step in scaling the firm’s real estate credit platform. “We’re incredibly […]

One of the key findings from a recent gender norms market system diagnostic conducted by CGAP, FSD Uganda, and the FSD Network in Uganda’s Busoga subregion was a widespread belief that women should not own land or have large assets registered in their names. At the heart of this norm is a widely held view […]

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has appointed William Roos as Managing Director for Corporate Strategy, effective 1 September 2025. In his new role, Mr Roos will be a member of the Bank’s Executive Committee, where he will lead the formulation of the EBRD’s overarching corporate strategy. His responsibilities will include advising the […]

Over the past two decades, financial capability (knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors) has become increasingly important for financial service users. With digitization increasing access to a wide range of (often complicated) products and services, people face new utilization challenges and risks, including fraud and data misuse. Financial education can enhance the financial capability of consumers […]

ALAMEDA, CA — May 29, 2025 — Identity security automation startup Cerby has raised $40 million in a Series B funding round, bringing its total funding to $72.5 million since its founding in 2020. The latest investment was led by DTCP Capital, with participation from existing investors including Okta Ventures, Salesforce Ventures, and Two Sigma […]