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Published on Jan 20, 2026

Commercial and merchant banks’ loans drop to N52.656trn, lowest in 14 months

Loans provided by commercial and merchant banks in Nigeria dropped to N52.656 trillion in June 2025, marking the lowest level in 14 months. This is according to the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) latest quarterly statistical bulletin. The last time the …

Source: Nairametrics - Neutral
Published on 00:05 GMT

Dalu Ajene Emerges Standard Chartered CEO Africa

Kayode Tokede Standard Chartered has appointed Mr. Dalu Ajene as the Chief Executive Officer of the Bank’s operations in Africa with dual responsibilities as the head of Coverage for Africa. Until this appointment, Dalu was the CEO of Standard Chartered …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on 03:12 GMT

BOJ seeking to withdraw $16 billion via CD on Wednesday

The Bank of Jamaica is set to withdraw another $16 billion from circulation on Wednesday as part of efforts to curb demand for the US dollar and slow the pace of inflation. The funds will be locked away in the central banks vault through the issuance …

Source: Radio Jamaica - Neutral
Published on Jan 20, 2026

FG seeks N900bn from domestic market with high-yield bonds

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Debt Management Office (DMO) has moved to raise N900 billion from the domestic debt market with the offer of three Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) bonds carrying interest rates of up to 22.6 per cent. The bond offer, …

Source: The Sun Nigeria - Indeterminate
Published on Jan 17, 2026

Go-Invest in talks with merchant bank, Jagmohan on investment

The meeting yesterday (Go-Invest photo) Chief Investment Officer and Agency Head of the Guyana Office for Investment, Peter Ramsaroop, together with Chief Operations Officer, Tebogah Christian, and Director of Economic Affairs and Planning Arvinda …

Source: Stabroek News - Neutral
Published on Jan 20, 2026

Evan Beard Has Left Masterworks to Launch His Own New York Gallery

Editor’s Note: This story is part of Newsmakers, a new ARTnews series where we interview the movers and shakers who are making change in the art world. Not every art dealer is in the mold of Leo Castelli, the aristocratic Italian who came to New York and …

Source: Art in America - Neutral
Published on Jan 20, 2026

Banks charge up to 60% on loans, pay as low as 2.7% on savings: CBN releases UBA, GTB, others' rates

The Central Bank of Nigeria's latest data showed how much Nigerian banks are paying customers for deposits and their charges for loan In the loan category, manufacturing, construction, and related sectors face the highest loan costs Some analysts said …

Source: Legit News - Pending
Published on Jan 20, 2026

Standard Chartered Bank appoints Adelagun as acting CEO

Standard Chartered Bank, Nigeria has announced the appointment of Ayodeji Adelagun as its acting Chief Executive Officer. Adelagun, who has been with the bank for over 19 years and has more than 26 years’ experience in the financial services sector, …

Source: Business Hallmark - Pending
Published on Jan 20, 2026

CBN raises alarm over customers failure to repay bank loans

Banks in Nigeria recorded higher loan defaults across households and businesses, despite increased credit supply and rising demand Small, medium, and large companies, as well as households and other financial institutions, all saw worsening repayment …

Source: Legit News - Pending
Published on Jan 20, 2026

SEBI Chairman Unveils Issuer Handbook and Merchant Banker Compliance Referencer at AIBI Convention

The Association of Investment Bankers of India (Association of Investment Bankers of India) hosted its 14th Annual Convention at the Jio World Convention Centre, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, with participation from over 1,500 delegates, including …

Source: Business Upturn - Neutral
Published on Jan 20, 2026

Standard Chartered appoints Adelagun acting Nigeria CEO

Standard Chartered Nigeria has announced the appointment of Ayodeji Adelagun as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria Limited. Adelagun, who has been with the bank for over 19 years and has more than 26 years’ experience in …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate
Published on Jan 19, 2026

10 of the Biggest Financial Fraud Cases in Recent History

Financial fraud has become part of everyday news. Most cases involve small, personal losses such as a hacked account or a fake investment. But some frauds are far larger. These schemes unfolded inside major companies, during investor calls, on trading …

Source: AOL - Pending
Published on Jan 19, 2026

RMB ranks second-best employer in Nigeria for 2026

Rand Merchant Bank Nigeria (RMB Nigeria) has been ranked the second-best employer in Nigeria for 2026. According to a statement by the company, this marks the second consecutive year the investment bank has received recognition for its people and workplace …

Source: Business Day - Neutral
Published on Jan 19, 2026

The DRC's growth sectors

Mining Even as the government focuses on diversification, the country continues to generate enormous interest in its mining sector. Significant investments in tin, copper and cobalt and increasingly, lithium, are flowing in from countries such as China, …

Source: African Business - Neutral
Published on Jan 19, 2026

How a former Barclays clerk turned $5 million into a $3.3 billion banking empire

When Jim Ovia started Zenith Bank in 1990, Nigeria’s banking system was fragile. Many banks had little capital, weak management, and depended heavily on short-term foreign exchange trades and rigid hierarchical structures. His entrance came after a 1986 …

Source: Ghana MMA - Neutral
Published on Jan 19, 2026

FCMB hits CBN’s recapitalisation target, joins Nigerian banks ahead of March 31, 2026 deadline

FCMB Group Plc meets CBN’s capital requirements, securing its national banking licence amidst industry-wide recapitalisation efforts Twenty banks now compliant with CBN's new capital rules, reflecting accelerated progress ahead of the March 2026 …

Source: Legit News - Pending
Published on Jan 19, 2026

RMB pulls plug on foreign currencies

Rand Merchant Bank (RMB)’s decision to discontinue cash deposits in six foreign currencies has sparked criticism from industry players, reigniting debate about access to forex services, notice periods, and the growing shift away from physical cash in …

Source: New Era - Pro-Government
Published on Jan 19, 2026

20 Banks Intensify Strategies as CBN’s Recapitalisation Deadline Nears

Nigerian banks are accelerating efforts to meet new capital requirements as the ongoing banking recapitalisation exercise enters its final and most critical stage. With only 52 working days left before the March 31 deadline set by the Central Bank of …

Source: TVC News Nigeria - Pro-Government
Published on Jan 19, 2026

RMB guides Helios on Axxela equity sale

Rand Merchant Bank has announced that it acted as the Exclusive Financial Adviser to Helios Investment Partners on the completed sale of its 75 per cent equity interest in Axxela Limited to BlueCore Gas InfraCo Limited. In a statement on Sunday, RMB, which …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 21:10 GMT

Credicorp Ltd.: Tenpo Becomes Chile’s First Neobank After Receiving a Banking License

Lima, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lima, Peru – January 20, 2026 – Credicorp Ltd. (NYSE: BAP), the leading financial services holding company in Peru with operations in Chile, Colombia, Bolivia, Panama, and the United States, today announced that …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Quavo Names 2026 Trust in Banking Award Winners Recognizing Dispute Resolution Excellence

WILMINGTON, Del., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Quavo, Inc. (“Quavo”), the leading AI disputes technology partner and strategic advisor for financial institutions, today announced the winners of its second annual Trust in Banking Awards. Building on …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 23:55 GMT

SQRIL now supports crypto apps for its Scan-to-Pay QR code payment switch for Asia, Africa and Latin America

SINGAPORE, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SQRIL (pronounced squirrel), the Southeast Asia based startup backed by the Plan B VC Fund which provides a payments API switch for traditional banks and ewallets, also now supports crypto apps to enable their …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 01:47 GMT

Banco de Bogotá S.A. Announces Commencement of Cash Tender Offer of Up to U.S.$500 Million Aggregate Principal Amount of ...

Bogotá, Colombia, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Banco de Bogotá S.A. (“Banco de Bogotá”) announced today the commencement of an offer to purchase for cash up to U.S.$500 million in aggregate principal amount (the “Maximum Principal Amount”) of the …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 08:40 GMT

S. Korea Banks Poised to Loosen Lending Standard

(MENAFN) South Korean financial institutions will relax borrowing standards during the first quarter, a central bank survey revealed Monday. The lending attitude index climbed to 8 for the January-March period from minus 21 the prior quarter, based on the …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 23:18 GMT

Busway Announces Next-Generation AML & KYC Solution with Built-In Automation

New York, NY, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Busway Inc., a leading provider of AML and KYC compliance solutions, today announced the launch of its next-generation platform designed to help organizations meet regulatory requirements with greater speed …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 22:27 GMT

Dave Inc. Appoints Nima Khajehnouri to Board of Directors; Announces Board Leadership Transitions

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dave Inc. (“Dave” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: DAVE), one of the nation's leading neobanks, today announced that Nima Khajehnouri, a distinguished leader in artificial intelligence and data engineering, has …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 22:00 GMT

Wintrust Financial Corporation Reports Record Net Income

ROSEMONT, Ill., Jan. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wintrust Financial Corporation (“Wintrust”, “the Company”, “we” or “our”) (Nasdaq: WTFC) announced record net income of $823.8 million, or $11.40 per diluted common share, for the year ended December 31, …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 00:25 GMT

NYC Pre-NYFW AI x Fashion Networking Event Launches at Daylight Studio

Invitation-only NYC summit explores how AI enhances fashion creativity, luxury retail, and featuring leaders in strategy, trend analytics, and innovation. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the fashion …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

Bell Integration Deepens Starburst Collaboration to Deliver End-to-End AI and Data Enablement Across the United Kingdom

Supporting London Enterprises with Modernisation Services and Bespoke AI Training to Drive Both Legacy Upgrades and Greenfield AI Platforms LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bell Integration, a global leader in AI …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

DigitalXForce Becomes Industry’s ONLY Unified Risk Mgmt. Platform with addition of CMDB, ASPM, & Operational Resilience

DigitalXForce Becomes the Industry’s First Unified Risk Management Platform with Expansion into CMDB, ASPM, and Business Continuity & Operational Resilience DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DigitalXForce, the …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 23:47 GMT

Global Compliance Certification Australia Becomes the Only Australian Member of IQNET

Joining the IQNET network is a key milestone for GCC Australia, strengthening our ability to deliver globally recognised certification services to clients. SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 23:32 GMT

New Homes in Inverness, FL Tackle 2026 Housing Crisis: Developer Debuts 'Sabal Palm' Model Under $250k

Priced from $247,700 with No HOA fees and access to Down Payment Assistance, these solid-block homes offer a rare opportunity for attainable homeownership. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the demand for affordable …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 23:31 GMT

Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions: Bidding Open for Historic ‘Visions of America’ Sale

Seven prestigious American properties set to sell alongside a curated selection of American art and objects at Sotheby’s iconic Breuer Building NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions is proud to …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 23:05 GMT

Pirani Unveils 2026 Latin America Risk Study Highlighting AI, Cybersecurity, and Compliance

MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pirani announced the release of the 2026 Latin America Risk Management Study, a regional analysis that highlights how risk management is increasingly being recognized as a strategic …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 23:03 GMT

Leving Law Firm Matrimonial Law Seminar: Maximizing Client Success through Follow-Up and More

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The nationally acclaimed Law Offices of Jeffery M. Leving, Ltd. will host the next presentation of the Arthur S. Kallow Continuing Legal Education (CLE) Seminar Series on January …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 23:00 GMT

Moving Beyond Hype: Expert AI Prompts Launches Financial Tool to Measure the Hard Dollar Value of Automation

New 'AI ROI Calculator' from Expert AI Prompts helps small businesses quantify the financial value of automation. Discover how much you can save in 2026. TOWNSVILLE, QUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 22:15 GMT

SilverTech Appoints Chris Crombie as Chief Growth Officer to Accelerate Market Expansion

BEDFORD, NH, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SilverTech is pleased to announce that Chris Crombie has joined the agency as Chief Growth Officer. In this role, Chris will focus on accelerating growth, expanding SilverTech’s …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 21:54 GMT

Prosper Insights & Analytics: January Data Shows Softer Confidence but Steady Consumer Mood as 2026 Begins

For retailers and investors, the message is that consumers are still in the game—they’re just demanding a clearer value equation before they say ‘yes.’ WORTHINGTON, OH, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prosper Insights & …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 21:45 GMT

Magnolia Functional Wellness Expands Physician-Led Hormone and Metabolic Health Programs in Southlake, Texas

Magnolia Functional Wellness announces expansion of physician-led hormone and physician-supervised metabolic health programs in Southlake NY, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Magnolia Functional Wellness, a physician-led …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 20:48 GMT

Forwardly Launches Partner Certification Program for Accounting and Finance Professionals

Forwardly Referral Partners can now get certified, earn a public badge, and unlock higher referral rewards. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Forwardly, the modern AP/AR platform for high-growth businesses and …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 20:42 GMT

Partnership Financial Credit Union Donates $10,000 and Food to the Greater Chicago Food Depository

MORTON GROVE, IL, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Monday, Jan. 12, 2025, Morton Grove-based Partnership Financial Credit Union (PFCU) presented a $10,000 check to the Greater Chicago Food Depository (GCFD). In November …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 20:41 GMT

MeyerPink Law Addresses Complex Asset Division and Business Valuation in Stanislaus County Divorce Cases

Modesto family law firm provides representation in high-asset divorce and complex custody cases involving business interests and real estate. MODESTO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MeyerPink Law, a family law firm …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 20:26 GMT

Electric Two-Wheel Tractors for Small Farms at EcoFarm 2026

Steve Heckeroth to present Renewables’ e2T electric two-wheel tractor in a panel on practical, small to mid-scale farm technology PACIFIC GROVE, CA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Steve Heckeroth, founder of Renewables Inc …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 20:09 GMT

Inversionistas de Guadalajara y Monterrey apuestan por terrenos titulados en la Riviera Maya

Mayor escrutinio legal impulsa el interés de inversionistas de Monterrey y Guadalajara por terrenos titulados en la Riviera Maya. PLAYA DEL CARMEN, QUINTANA ROO, MEXICO, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Inversionistas provenientes de …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 20:00 GMT

Construct CRM, AI-Powered eCommerce Platform, Selected to Speak at 2026 Florida Venture Capital Conference

Construct CRM, Leading AI-Powered eCommerce Platform for Building Products Distributors, Selected to Speak at 2026 Florida Venture Capital Conference DELRAY BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Construct CRM, the …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 19:27 GMT

Aquamark Finalizes Secure Funder™ Requirements to Combat Backdooring; Directory Reservations Now Open

The industry’s first program designed to identify funders committed to reducing deal theft in alternative finance. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Aquamark today announced that requirements for its Secure …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 18:22 GMT

Alona Lebedieva on the start of Davos-2026: the world is entering a phase of fragmentation

KYIV, UKRAINE, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From the very first day, Davos-2026 increasingly looks less like a platform for strategic consensus and more like a mirror of global fragmentation. Under the slogan “Spirit of Dialogue,” world …

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