Tag: Investment
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Ethiopia’s Growth Momentum Faces Political Strains and Financial Risks
Overview: A Fast-Growing Economy Under Challenge Ethiopia is shaping up to be one of the world’s fastest-growing economies in 2026, with a projected expansion of about 7.3 percent according to the FocusEconomics consensus forecast. The growth is driven by a mix of structural reforms, investment in infrastructure, and a surge in export-oriented activities. Yet behind…
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Prediction: 1 Healthcare Giant Set to Soar in 2026
Executive Summary: Why 2026 Looks Bright for a Healthcare Leader Despite a broad stock market rally over the past half-decade, healthcare stocks have struggled to keep pace. Yet one dominant player in the sector is signaling a powerful rebound in 2026. This article examines the reasons behind the optimism, the catalysts that could push the…
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Namibia’s Local Banks Step Up: N$6 Billion Facility to Refinance Eurobond Debt
Overview: Local Banks Backstopping the Government’s Debt Strategy Namibia’s financial sector has rallied to support a government strategy aimed at stabilizing and refinancing its international debt. Local banks have mobilized a total of about N$6 billion to help settle portions of a multibillion Eurobond liability, underscoring the role of domestic lenders in sovereign debt management.…
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IMF Sees Slower Philippines Growth in 2025, Revives 2026 Optimism
IMF Forecasts a Moderating Path for Philippine Growth The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its outlook for the Philippines, projecting the economy to grow by 5.1% in 2025, before edging up to 5.6% in 2026. The downgrade from earlier projections reflects a combination of slower export momentum, tighter tariffs, and cautious investment sentiment as…
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IMF Forecasts Slower Philippines Growth in 2025, Mitigated by 2026 Rebound
Overview: A slower trajectory for the Philippine economy The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecasts a softer growth path for the Philippines, with gross domestic product (GDP) expanding by 5.1% in 2025 before picking up to 5.6% in 2026. The revised outlook reflects a mix of domestic headwinds and external pressures that are dampening export demand…
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Philippines Growth Forecast 2025: IMF Sees 5.1% Pace
IMF projects slower growth for the Philippines in 2025 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised its outlook for the Philippines, forecasting a growth rate of 5.1% for 2025. The revision reflects a blend of external headwinds and domestic policy dynamics that weigh on export performance and investment sentiment. After a year of mixed signals…
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TIER IV Bets on Taiwan’s Turing Drive to Accelerate Open-Source Autonomous Driving
Strategic investment positions TIER IV and Turing Drive for geofenced, low-speed autonomy In a move that underscores the global push toward practical autonomous driving solutions, TIER IV announced an investment in Taiwan-based Turing Drive. The collaboration brings together TIER IV’s decades-long leadership in open‑source software for automated driving with Turing Drive’s focus on robust, geofenced,…
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Singaporean Investor Rebuilds English Football Club and Town
Overview: A Bold Plan in a Modest Realm In the quiet corridors of England’s sixth tier, where matchdays draw crowds measured in hundreds rather than thousands, a bold plan is taking shape. Joseph Phua, a Singaporean investor with a long horizon for community impact, is pursuing a project that blends sport, business, and civic renewal.…
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Nordic VC Neil Murray Closes Fund III to Back Nordic Startups
Neil Murray closes Fund III to power Nordic startup growth In a bold move to sustain the momentum of the Nordic startup ecosystem, Neil Murray, founder and general partner of The Nordic Web Ventures (TNWV), announced the close of Fund III. The $6 million vehicle is designed to continue backing early-stage founders across the Nordic…

