In a strategic move, Azurite Intermediate Holdings Inc. extends its cash tender offer, tempting Alteryx senior note holders with enhanced terms and aiming for a full 8.750% note acquisition slated for 2028.

With investor sentiment soaring as Japan's stock market nears record highs and bond yields on the rise, the Bank of Japan mulls initiating the retreat from negative interest rates.

The transition by the United States to a faster securities settlement cycle is setting off ripples across the global financial markets. As the US moves to a swift T+1 settlement date, financial institutions worldwide, especially in Europe, are grappling with the potential upheaval in daily currency trading volumes and the necessity to adapt operations rapidly. Key players like the CLS Group and European asset managers are in talks to mitigate the risks associated with this significant change.

In light of growing economic challenges, the Hong Kong government is considering retaining central bank chief Eddie Yue to maintain market confidence and ensure economic stability. Yue's role in protecting Hong Kong's $517 billion in foreign reserves and the currency peg to the U.S. dollar has been crucial during global economic turbulence and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Binance Labs, the venture capital subsidiary of Binance, now sails as an independent entity, marking a significant shift in the crypto industry's venture capital scene with eyes on innovation and untapped potential.

Nigeria faces an unprecedented inflation spike as consumer prices soar to a harrowing 28-year peak. With the naira undergoing devaluation and interest rate hikes looming, the nation confronts economic turmoil and increasing public unrest.

In the groundbreaking 'The Power of Primacy in Banking' study, Pinwheel, a pioneering fintech firm, collaborates with the Digital Banking Report, offering a deep-dive into successful bank customer acquisition strategies. The study highlights the disconnect between bank tactics and consumer satisfaction, illustrating how traditional incentives fall short in fostering long-term customer engagement. It advocates for an enhanced digital banking experience, underlining the friction of direct deposit switching as a major hurdle for growth.

This insightful article delves into the global trend of central banks moving away from negative interest rates. It discusses Japan's Bank of Japan's recent policy changes and examines the implications for financial markets through the lens of European and Australian precedents.

As Statistics Canada prepares to release the latest inflation data, all eyes are on the Bank of Canada's next moves. Will interest rates rise, or is monetary easing on the horizon? This piece explores the complex interplay between emerging economic indicators and the central bank's monetary policy decisions.

A recent study by small business loan resource Lendio showcases the leading states for female entrepreneurs, highlighting noteworthy growth in women-owned businesses and the economic impacts. Washington and Colorado top the list, with innovative and community-driven factors driving their success. The study, synchronizing with Women's History Month, underscores the economic contributions of women in business, as well as the persisting challenges in capital access.