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Bridging the Financial Gap: Why Sri Lanka’s Micro-Enterprises Remain Excluded.

May 9, 2026 at 7:25 PM

While Sri Lanka's economy shows signs of recovery, micro-enterprises continue to struggle with limited access to formal finance, often trapped in debt cycles and informal lending.

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Bridging the Financial Gap: Why Sri Lanka’s Micro-Enterprises Remain Excluded

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Technology

Rivian Adjusts Strategic Plans: Debt Financing Reduced Amidst Georgia Plant Expansion.

April 30, 2026 at 8:07 PM

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Economy

Sri Lankan Savers Face Financial Squeeze Amid Declining Interest Rates.

As Sri Lanka's lending rates decline due to improved banking liquidity, fixed-income earners and retirees face reduced interest income, creating a widening economic divide.

April 27, 2026 at 1:30 AM

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Economy

Russian Central Bank Navigates Economic Headwinds with Continued Rate Cuts.

The Bank of Russia is expected to reduce its key interest rate to 14.5% as economic contraction and industrial stagnation persist. While officials aim to stimulate growth, geopolitical tensions and budgetary uncertainties remain major obstacles.

April 24, 2026 at 3:21 AM

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The Hidden Risks of Private Student Loans: A Growing Crisis for Borrowers

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April 19, 2026 at 9:12 AM

The Hidden Risks of Private Student Loans: A Growing Crisis for Borrowers.

Samantha Ferguson's struggle with $137,000 in private student debt serves as a cautionary tale as more federal borrowers may turn to private lenders following upcoming policy shifts.

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Local News

HNB Finance Announces Strategic Capital Expansion via Rights Issue.

April 10, 2026 at 7:24 AM

HNB Finance is set to raise approximately 2.5 billion LKR through a new rights issue to strengthen its capital adequacy ratio and bolster lending operations, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.

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Finance

Global Private Equity Activity Plummets as Geopolitics and AI Uncertainty Loom.

Private equity buyout deal values dropped by over 36% in the first quarter of 2026, driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and growing uncertainty surrounding AI's impact on software industry valuations.

April 6, 2026 at 4:21 AM

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Education

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Millions of Student Loan Borrowers Face Financial Strain Following SAVE Plan Termination.

April 5, 2026 at 11:07 AM

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Economy

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Severe Financing Shortfalls Impede African Water Sector Growth.

April 5, 2026 at 5:09 AM

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Major Canadian Financial Institutions Face $633 Million Risk in Subprime Lender Exposure

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Finance•

April 1, 2026 at 6:54 PM

Major Canadian Financial Institutions Face $633 Million Risk in Subprime Lender Exposure.

Canadian banks are currently holding approximately $633 million in loans linked to the subprime lender Goeasy Ltd., raising concerns following the company's recent decision to halt dividend payments.

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Business

Swiss Parliament Poised to Ease Capital Strains on UBS.

April 1, 2026 at 5:52 AM

Swiss lawmakers have signaled a willingness to soften proposed capital requirements for UBS, offering relief to the banking giant amid concerns over a potential $22 billion increase in capital mandates.

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Swiss Parliament Poised to Ease Capital Strains on UBS

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Technology

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Opendoor Expands Tech Capabilities Through Strategic Acquisition of Doma's Closing Division.

April 1, 2026 at 9:40 AM

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