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Warning of global slowdown

International Finance DeskOctober 6, 2014

by International Finance DeskOctober 6, 2014

20% of the countries that tapped into the World Bank’s fund for the poorest yet to show any growth IFM Correspondent October 6, 2014: In an effort to warn the global economy against considerable downside risk, finance and development ministers from around the world will meet in Washington DC on October 11, 2014. With Europe...

Business Leaders

The Most Powerful Central Banker in the World

International Finance DeskOctober 10, 2013

by International Finance DeskOctober 10, 2013

Yellen, 67, presently the vice-chairwoman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System will be the first woman to head the central bank in its 100 year old history. 10th October 2013 At a time where women are taking over coveted positions in corporates and other sectors, the banking sector is no exception....

Islamic Banking

Senegal as the West African Hub for Islamic Finance

International Finance DeskSeptember 13, 2013

by International Finance DeskSeptember 13, 2013

Senegal’s attraction to banks rests on its macroeconomic and political stability. Senegal as the West African Hub for Islamic Finance Senegal’s banking system is one of Africa’s most competitive. Yet, there is still lot of scope for it to expand and improve due its steady economic growth and a large unbanked population. If this rise...

Economy

Bail In or Bail Out

International Finance DeskSeptember 2, 2013

by International Finance DeskSeptember 2, 2013

Differences are coined based on the EU bank resolution and recovery directive and are applicable to those countries and banks which fall under their scope. 2nd September 2013 (BailOut) Scenario: 1 A spokesman from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said the IMF did not have any discussions with Greece for a third bail out, as...

Islamic Banking

Senegal as the West African Hub for Islamic Finance

International Finance DeskJune 17, 2013

by International Finance DeskJune 17, 2013

Senegal’s attraction to banks rests on its macroeconomic and political stability. Senegal as the West African Hub for Islamic Finance Senegal’s banking system is one of Africa’s most competitive. Yet, there is still lot of scope for it to expand and improve due its steady economic growth and a large unbanked population. If this rise...