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Mercado Pago’s relationship with banks shows hope for Latam financial inclusion

February 6, 2024

The company has expanded its product offerings since its launch, but still sees market opportunities

Edward Achtner

The story of generative AI is ‘cautiously optimistic’

January 24, 2024

HSBC has around 1000 applications for artificial intelligence, but it is still “early days” for generative AI.

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In conversation with Ajay Banga: sustainability and resiliency

December 1, 2023

Ahead of COP28 in Dubai, Ajay Banga, president of the World Bank, talks to The Banker’s Joy Macknight.

Calixto Garcia-Velez

Banesco USA’s CEO bullish on south Florida and Puerto Rico

November 30, 2023

CEO and president Calixto Garcia-Velez explains how the bank is dealing with current commercial real estate woes, while anticipating double-digit loan portfolio growth for 2024.

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In conversation with Ajay Banga: redefining the World Bank

November 29, 2023

Ajay Banga, president of the World Bank, talks to The Banker’s Joy Macknight about the development bank’s new mission.

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Ethiopia finalises banking liberalisation rules as foreign currency challenges mount

November 27, 2023

Mamo Mihretu, governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia, talks about progress on the country’s debt restructuring talks, the fight against inflation and plans to encourage foreign investment in the country. 

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Crown Agents Bank’s journey to becoming a B Corp

November 27, 2023

Charlie Bronks, head of ESG at Crown Agents Bank, talks to Joy Macknight about the bank’s successful B Corp certification.

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In conversation with Ajay Banga: state of the world

November 27, 2023

Ajay Banga, president of the World Bank, talks to The Banker’s editor Joy Macknight about his takeaways from his ongoing world tour.

Huw van Steenis

COP28 preview: Oliver Wyman

November 24, 2023

Huw van Steenis, vice-chair, Oliver Wyman, and former senior adviser to Mark Carney, says the changing macro-environment and focus on energy security could see a shift in priorities and pacing at this year’s meetings in Dubai.

Alex Contreras

Peru’s economic resilience key to success, says economy minister

November 23, 2023

Peru’s minister of finance and economy, Alex Contreras, explains why firms should still invest in the South American country as it regains its balance following years of social, political and economic commotion.

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