Finance

Covering equities, fixed income, derivatives, foreign exchange and macro‑economic policy, the Finance section draws on Global Banking & Finance Review’s market analysis and investment coverage. Articles provide data‑driven insights and strategies for investors, analysts and policymakers.

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How Finance Leaders Are Redefining Growth and Cash Flow in the Consumption Era

By Gayatri Kannan

4th May, 2026

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Most Strait of Hormuz shipping at a standstill despite latest US pledge

By Nerijus Adomaitis OSLO, May 4 (Reuters) - There were no signs of increased vessel traffic through...

4th May, 2026

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Germany's foreign minister sees no NATO deterrence gap as US plans troop reduction

BERLIN, May 4 (Reuters) - German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on Monday expressed confidence tha...

4th May, 2026

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Russia hits five Naftogaz Ukraine facilities, CEO says

KYIV, May 4 (Reuters) - Russia attacked five facilities of Ukraine's state energy company Naftogaz o...

4th May, 2026

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New Tesla sales in Spain fall 47.3% year-on-year in April

May 4 (Reuters) - Tesla's new car sales in Spain fell 47.3% in April from the same month last year t...

4th May, 2026

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WHO says risk to public is low after suspected hantavirus outbreak hits ship

By Olivia Le Poidevin GENEVA, May 4 (Reuters) - The World Health Organization said on Monday there w...

4th May, 2026

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Norwegian Cruise cuts profit forecast as Middle East conflict lifts fuel costs, hits demand

May 4 (Reuters) - Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings cut its annual profit forecast on Monday, as the cr...

4th May, 2026

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EU recommends member states to not use Huwaei, ZTE in connectivity infrastructure

BRUSSELS, May 4 (Reuters) - The European Commission has recommended that member states exclude Huwae...

4th May, 2026

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Global equity funds attract inflows for sixth week on earnings optimism

May 4 (Reuters) - Global equity funds drew inflows for a sixth straight week through April 29, as op...

4th May, 2026

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Dollar rises, European stocks and bonds fall after reports of U.S. warship being hit missiles 

LONDON, May 4 (Reuters) - The dollar strengthened while European shares and bond prices fell on Mond...

4th May, 2026

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Exclusive-Power suppliers hesitate as Venezuela seeks grid repairs without payment guarantees

By Marianna Parraga, Mircely Guanipa and Mariela Nava PUNTO FIJO/MARACAIBO, May 4 (Reuters) - When p...

4th May, 2026

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Denmark's FSA asks police to probe Nordea's compliance on money laundering

COPENHAGEN, May 4 (Reuters) - The Danish financial supervisory authority (FSA) said on Monday it had...

4th May, 2026