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The Czech Republic Social Finance Framework The Czech Republic Social Finance Framework was finalized in August 2025. It defines the eligible social expenditures of the state budget as well as the processes for their monitoring and reporting.  The Framework is aligned with the the latest internationally recognized market standards: the Social Bond Principles (SBP, 2025) issued by the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) and by the the Social Loan Principles (SLP, 2025) issued by the Loan Market Association (LMA). The objective of the Framework is to ensure that the proceeds obtained from the issuance of social government bonds are directed…

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GlobalPay has introduced a Smart Switch Forex Card aimed at simplifying international payments for travellers by enabling users to switch between multiple currencies on a single prepaid card. The card, announced in Mumbai, allows travellers to begin with a single currency and later switch to a multi-currency wallet supporting up to 30 currencies through the GlobalPay mobile application or online platform. The company said the product is designed to remove the need for multiple forex cards when travelling across several destinations. According to GlobalPay, the card can be loaded in US dollars and used for transactions in local currencies, with…

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GPGI Inc. insiders schemed to siphon value by spinning off a separate entity that’s exploiting its de facto corporate control to raise its own management fees through an acquisition binge, according to an unsealed lawsuit.A GPGI investor is suing Resolute Holdings Management Inc. and its directors, all of them also on the board at GPGI, the former CompoSecure Inc. The management pact—giving Resolute broad rights over GPGI and annual fees worth 10% of adjusted earnings—has steered them toward transactions that jack up EBITDA, even if they harm the business, according to Wednesday’s filing.The shareholder suit in Delaware’s Chancery … Source…

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Real-time USA 03:41:39 2026-04-23 pm EDT 5-day change 1st Jan Change 7,103.03 PTS -0.49% +0.84% +3.72% Published on 04/23/2026 at 02:19 pm EDT MT Newswires This article is reserved for members Unlock the article: REGISTER NOW! © MT Newswires – 2026 03:20pm US stocks ease, oil climbs as investors assess Strait of Hormuz stand-off, mixed earnings RE 02:51pm Stocks weaken on dimming hopes for Iran deal, mixed quarterly earnings  RE 02:19pm Equities Fall Intraday Amid Tech Sell-Off; Oil Rises MT 01:34pm US Equity Indexes Decline as Corporate Earnings Weigh, Hormuz Standstill Continues MT 12:39pm US Equity Indexes Fall as Geopolitical…

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Stocks are back at record highs as the bull market nears the four-year mark, yet a veteran strategist said the rally has further to climb. Loading audio narration… The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite just set fresh all time highs as investors look past the Iran war. Jim Paulsen, a strategist with decades of experience on Wall Street, said the bull market has further to run, flagging several “untapped” sources of upside support. “It’s healthy to always be asking how much is left in the bull’s tank? But my guess is there is still considerable capacity left in the…

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“We understand that every landlord’s situation is different, which is why we’re focused on giving brokers the flexibility and choice they need to find the right solution”- Jon Cooper – Aldermore Aldermore has cut its buy-to-let fixed rates and reintroduced a broader set of products, giving landlords and brokers more flexibility across both new purchases and existing business. New customers The lender has reduced 2 and 5-year fixed rates by 0.20% for new customers. Individuals and companies with single residential investment properties can now access rates from 3.99%, while portfolio landlords with multiple properties can access rates from…

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As investors seek options for deploying assets when markets and geopolitics appear confusing, hedge funds” ability to deliver returns in all weathers appears to have appeal. Fresh data points to significant inflows in the first three months of 2026. As geopolitical volatility continued, data shows that the global hedge fund industry drew in more capital, taking the total to a record $5.22 trillion. The figures came from Chicago-headquartered Hedge Fund Research.  The sector had to cope with a surge in geopolitical risk and volatility in the first quarter of 2026, led by the surge in oil prices…

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Key TakeawaysHow to tell if you’re really a long-term investor or just a complacent one.Why investors should use mutual funds and ETFs as core portfolio holdings rather than stocks.Best practices for portfolio construction—and which asset classes you do and don’t need for a diversified portfolio.What international stocks can add to your portfolio mix.Which types of bonds to buy and which ones to avoid.Top mutual funds and ETFs to consider for your portfolio.In this bonus episode of The Morning Filter podcast, co-host Susan Dziubinski talks with Morningstar’s Director of Personal Finance and Retirement Planning Christine Benz. They touch on whether investors…

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The Global Banking & Finance Review Awards programme has officially opened nominations for Fastest Growing Commodities Exchange 2026, recognising exchanges that have demonstrated exceptional growth, innovation, and market impact within global commodities trading.As commodities markets continue to play a critical role in the global economy, exchanges are evolving rapidly to meet increasing demand for transparency, efficiency, and accessibility. From energy and metals to agricultural products, high-growth exchanges are leveraging advanced technology, expanding product offerings, and strengthening global participation to drive trading volumes and market development.The Fastest Growing Commodities Exchange 2026 award celebrates organisations that have achieved significant and sustained growth…

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