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Turning of the tide on US antitrust

November 11, 2021

A renewed interest in antitrust could mean greater scrutiny ahead of mergers – including banking consolidation – and even the prospect of curbs on US tech giants.

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Central banking beyond the pandemic

November 9, 2021

Central banks around the world are contending with stark choices around how to unwind their Covid stimulus packages in the face of turbulent markets. 

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Ecuador’s new president pledges bold reform agenda

June 25, 2021

Guillermo Lasso discusses his plans for Ecuador’s battered economy.

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Inflation risks loom over financial markets

March 31, 2021

Concerns about inflation are growing amid fears central banks may be forced to raise rates.

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Biden presidency will be defined by Chinese challenge

February 4, 2021

The new US president has a bulging in-tray, but the relationship between Washington and Beijing is the most important.

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Italy's banks brace amid new political upheaval

February 3, 2021

As Mario Draghi seeks to form a new government, the banking system must cope with a deep recession and political turmoil.

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David Malpass on debt, China and climate

January 4, 2021

World Bank president on effective development finance and the need for debt transparency, particularly from China.

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Seeds of optimism: what will 'normal' look like in 2021?

December 1, 2020

After a global pandemic, a contested US election, trade tensions and civil unrest, a better 2021 seems within reach.

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The 2021 Summit of the Americas: photo op or turning point?

October 30, 2020

The US will host a meeting of western hemisphere leaders next year, offering an opportunity to lay out a new vision for the region.

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What would a Biden presidency mean for US banks?

October 6, 2020

Rise in corporate tax rate could hit net income but spending plans might also drive growth and boost overall profits.

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