Tag: Investments
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Ayala Land Sells Stake in Alabang Center to Madrigal Family
Overview Ayala Land Incorporated (ALI) has announced a major shift in its Metro Manila real estate portfolio, selling its 50% stake in the Alabang Commercial Center to the Madrigal family for PHP 13.5 billion. The deal, reported by local media and confirmed by multiple sources, marks a significant realignment in ownership of one of the…
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What N$1.5 Billion Losses Mean for Namibia’s GIPF Pension Fund
Overview: Why N$1.5 billion matters for GIPF The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) of Namibia revealed that nearly N$1.5 billion in its investments have lost value since 2008, a figure that includes the N$1 billion reported by The Namibian in November. For current and former public servants who rely on GIPF for retirement income, these…
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Aker ASA’s Mainstream Renewable Deal: A Norwegian Billionaire’s Losses and a Shifting Energy Bets
Rising Stakes in Nordic Energy Ambitions Norway’s industrial heavyweight Aker ASA, a company with roots as a shipbuilder and a modern portfolio of energy, industrials, and technology ventures, is facing a stark reckoning over a high-profile deal. In January 2021, Aker struck a transformative agreement to acquire Eddie O’Connor’s Mainstream Renewable Power, a move that…
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Botswana-I Malaysia Partnership Deepens as Prime Minister Highlights Strategic Africa Role
Overview: Botswana’s Strategic Role for Malaysia in Africa In Johannesburg on November 22, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim underscored Botswana as a crucial partner for Malaysia in Africa. The remarks come as Malaysian business interests expand beyond traditional markets, highlighting Africa as a focal point for growth and regional diplomacy. The prime minister noted…
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Toto Wolff Sells 15% Mercedes Stake to George Kurtz: What It Means for the F1 Team
Overview: A Major Stake Move in Mercedes’ F1 Venture <pToto Wolff, the long‑serving team principal and CEO of Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, has sold 15 percent of his stake in the company to American billionaire George Kurtz. The move preserves Wolff’s leadership roles while reshaping the ownership profile of the F1 outfit as it…
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Pension Funds See 33% Jump in Bond and Equity Holdings on Strong Returns
Pension Funds Boosted by 33% Rise in Bonds and Equities Pension funds in Kenya posted a significant uptick in their investment exposure last year, with the combined value of bond and equity holdings rising by 33 percent, or about Sh398.1 billion, in the year ended June 2025. The rise underscores a period of strong market…
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2026 Budget Aims to Reverse Oil Production Slide with $3.5B in New Investments
Overview: A clear pivot to revive oil output The government has outlined a proactive budget plan designed to halt a half-decade decline in the country’s oil production. Central to the strategy is more than US$3.5 billion in fresh investment commitments, aimed at accelerating exploration, development, and offshore drilling through the national oil company (NOC). Officials…
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Scaramucci-Led $220M Crypto Mining Investment Tied to President’s Family Sparks Disclosure Debate
Overview: A high-stakes investment in a crypto mining firm An influential investment round is drawing renewed scrutiny of transparency in the crypto industry. A group led by Anthony Scaramucci reportedly steered a $220 million investment into a crypto mining company that, in public records and media reporting, has ties to the President’s family. The deal…
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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Welcomes Brookfield Executive Delegation to Advise on Strategic Partnerships
Overview of the Meeting His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, recently met with an executive management delegation from Brookfield Corporation, a global investment management firm known for its extensive portfolio across energy, infrastructure, real estate, and private equity.…
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Prime Minister Carney Expands Global Ties with UAE Visit and G20 Leaders’ Summit
Canada’s Pivot to Global Partnerships Prime Minister Carney announced a bold strategy to transition from a reliance-centric model to one focused on resilience through robust international partnerships. The plan centers on attracting investment, diversifying trade routes, and expanding Canada’s non-U.S. exports—ambitions that align with the government’s goal of building a dense web of connections across…