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Top Bank Philippines Inc Named Best Bank Transformation Philippines 2026 by Global Banking & Finance Review
Date: February 18, 2026
Global Banking & Finance Review® is pleased to announce that ...
UK's YouGov Appoints Former Itv Finance Chief as Chair
Date: February 18, 2026
Feb 18 (Reuters) - Market research firm YouGov Plc on Wednesday named Ian Griffiths as its permanent chair, replacing Deborah Davis, who had held the role on an interim basis since February 2025....
Glencore to Return $2 Billion to Shareholders Despite Earnings Dip
Date: February 18, 2026
LONDON, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Glencore, fresh from a failed takeover approach from bigger rival Rio Tinto, reported slightly lower earnings on Wednesday, and said it would return $2 billion to...

Ukraine Dissatisfied With 'difficult' Talks, US Sees 'meaningful Progress'
Date: February 18, 2026
By John Revill and Olivia Le Poidevin GENEVA, Feb 18 (Reuters) - Negotiators from Ukraine and Russia were due to begin a second day of talks in Geneva on Wednesday, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr...
Starmer, Trump Discussed Russia-Ukraine, Iran After Geneva Talks, Downing Street Says
Date: February 18, 2026
Feb 18 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke to U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday night about U.S.-mediated Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Geneva, as well as talks between the U.S....
Straumann Forecasts 2026 Growth Despite China Procurement Uncertainty, Shares Rise
Date: February 18, 2026
Feb 18 - Swiss dental implants maker Straumann on Wednesday reported full-year organic sales growth of 8.9%, slightly above expectations, citing a strong performance in EMEA markets. Its revenue grew...
