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China’s economy feels the pressure

July 6, 2022

The long shadow of Covid-19 is impacting China’s economy, as the country struggles to meet its ambitious growth targets. 

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Real estate crisis jeopardises China’s economic rebound

July 6, 2022

A turbulent year in China’s real estate sector has created unease in the domestic market.

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China’s banking sector feels the strain

July 4, 2022

Although China’s banks have continued to show strong results in the Top 1000, there are signs of cracks emerging with continued economic pressure.

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Top 1000 World Banks 2022

July 4, 2022

It has been another turbulent year for the global economy and the banking sector. How is the health of the sector looking as we enter the next economic phase?

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Mortgage boom lifts Saudi lenders

July 4, 2022

Saudi lenders continue to advance thanks to economic improvements and government housing initiatives. 

SNB crowned as Middle East’s biggest bank

July 4, 2022

Saudi’s new megabank has displaced Qatar National Bank at the top of this year’s regional table.

South Africa’s big winners: Standard Bank and Investec

July 4, 2022

Standard Bank retains its status as Africa’s biggest bank, even as rival FirstRand closes in.

Nigeria’s lenders bounce back from challenges

July 4, 2022

Zenith Bank held off strong gains by Access Bank to retain its position as Nigeria’s top lender.

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