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WorldDaily Star BD5d ago

Fakhrul Sworn In as President

Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has been sworn in as president, stepping into Bangabhaban after leading the BNP through challenging years. His ascension to the presidency marks a new chapter for the nation.

Coca Cola HBC Stock Correction
Businessnaftemporiki8d ago

Coca Cola HBC Stock Correction

Coca Cola HBC's stock is attempting to return to more reasonable valuations after a significant correction, which began with a downgrade from BNP Paribas.

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Elected 23rd President of Bangladesh
PoliticsAl JazeeraDWTimes of India+6hindustan-timesndtvexpress-tribunekhaleej-timesDaily Sabahtimes-of-oman9d ago9 sources

Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir Elected 23rd President of Bangladesh

Veteran politician Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) has been elected as the 23rd President of Bangladesh. He assumes the presidency after a career spanning from war to imprisonment.

Politicsdhaka-tribune10d ago

Bangladesh Presidential Election Voting Begins

Voting has commenced in the Bangladesh presidential election, with the Prime Minister casting her vote alongside BNP presidential candidate Fakhrul, marking a key moment in the electoral process.

Grażyna Torbicka Festival Celebrates 20th Edition with Prestigious Guests
Culturerzeczpospolita21d ago

Grażyna Torbicka Festival Celebrates 20th Edition with Prestigious Guests

The 20th jubilee edition of the BNP Paribas Dwa Brzegi festival, hosted by Grażyna Torbicka, featured numerous events and prestigious guests, including Marta Cienkowska and Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska, with the International Short Film Competition awarding 'Skin on skin' by Simon Schneckenburger.

Exiled Bangladeshi Leader Sheikh Hasina Vows December Return Despite Threats
PoliticsBBCbloombergFT+14The GuardianNPRAl Jazeeraaftonbladetder-spiegelDWde-volkskrantTimes of India+6 more24d ago17 sources

Exiled Bangladeshi Leader Sheikh Hasina Vows December Return Despite Threats

Former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has announced her intention to return to Bangladesh in December, despite facing potential imprisonment or a death sentence. Hasina, currently in exile, stated she is prepared for the risks involved in her return.

US Envoy Meets Bangladesh PM, Discusses Cooperation
Worldndtv29d ago

US Envoy Meets Bangladesh PM, Discusses Cooperation

A senior US official, Sergio Gor, met with the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, stating that cooperation between the two nations could yield 'real results'. This marks the third visit by a senior US official since the BNP-led government took office.

New Factors Influence Commercial Building Valuation
Businessrzeczpospolita1mo ago

New Factors Influence Commercial Building Valuation

The value of commercial properties is increasingly determined by factors beyond location and rent. According to a BNP Paribas Real Estate report, the ability to meet new regulatory, environmental, and technological requirements now plays a crucial role.

SK Hynix Soars on Debut as Markets Edge Higher
BusinessYahoozerohedge1mo ago2 sources

SK Hynix Soars on Debut as Markets Edge Higher

SK Hynix's American depositary receipts began trading under a temporary ticker, with its seven-times-oversubscribed offering leading BNP to suggest the AI bubble might still be in its early stages. Broader markets also edged higher on the day of its debut.

Worldpublico2mo ago

BNP Paribas Expands in Portugal, Exceeding 10,000 Employees

BNP Paribas is set to surpass 10,000 employees in Portugal this year, reaffirming its long-term commitment to the country. The Portuguese government views the French group's expansion as a transformative project for the national economy.

Businesssvenska-dagbladet3mo ago

Swedish GDP Shrinks

Sweden's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has reportedly shrunk, according to a report from Svenska Dagbladet.

Nvidia Earnings and Hugging Face Acquisition Talks Drive Global Market Rally
TechnologyAPReutersBBC+48bloombergNYTwsjFTThe GuardianCNNnzztimes-uk+40 more3d ago51 sources

Nvidia Earnings and Hugging Face Acquisition Talks Drive Global Market Rally

Nvidia reported double-digit revenue growth and issued optimistic long-term AI spending forecasts, while also entering talks to acquire AI startup Hugging Face for approximately $13 billion. The news triggered a broad rally across Asian and US equity markets.

Earthquake and Attack Death Tolls Reported
Worldexpress-tribuneDaily Star BDtempo-english+1antara-english4d ago4 sources

Earthquake and Attack Death Tolls Reported

Recent reports indicate a rising death toll from an earthquake in Indonesia's NTT province, reaching 103, and a gun attack in Pakistan's Pishin, which has claimed six lives. Separately, a past earthquake in Venezuela had a death toll surpassing 6,500.

BNPB Airs Relief Supplies and Rescues Quake Survivor in NTT
Worldantara-english6d ago

BNPB Airs Relief Supplies and Rescues Quake Survivor in NTT

Indonesia's National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) airlifted relief supplies to a remote island and rescued a 75-year-old survivor following an earthquake in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). Police also conducted trauma-relief sessions for children affected by the quake.

Businessbloomberg9d ago

Risk Of Treasuries Selloff Is Growing: Robson

Meghan Robson, head of US credit strategy at BNP Paribas, and Milwood Hobbs, deputy CIO of Oaktree’s Strategic Credit platform, join Scarlet Fu on "Bloomberg Real Yield." US Treasuries fell a day…

Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara Earthquake Aftermath: Aftershocks, Aid, and Casualties
Worldantara-english10d ago

Indonesia's East Nusa Tenggara Earthquake Aftermath: Aftershocks, Aid, and Casualties

The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) predicts aftershock activity in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) will continue for 21-30 days following an earthquake. The Ministry of Health has assured medicine supplies for quake survivors, while Indonesia’s National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) reports 71 deaths as relief efforts continue.

French Companies Maintain Presence in Ukraine Amid War
Worldle-figaro2mo ago

French Companies Maintain Presence in Ukraine Amid War

Despite the ongoing conflict, numerous French companies, including Crédit Agricole, BNP, and Mulliez, are maintaining their presence and operations in Ukraine. Many are also actively supporting the country's reconstruction efforts.

BNP Paribas Partners with Mistral to Enhance AI Defenses
BusinessReutersbloombergchannel-news-asia3mo ago3 sources

BNP Paribas Partners with Mistral to Enhance AI Defenses

BNP Paribas is strengthening its partnership with Mistral to bolster its rapid AI defenses and prepare for advanced AI models. This collaboration aims to enhance the bank's capabilities in artificial intelligence.

BNPB Urges Mask Use Amid Spreading Indonesian Forest Fires
Worldtempo-englishantara-english4d ago2 sources

BNPB Urges Mask Use Amid Spreading Indonesian Forest Fires

Indonesia's National Disaster Management Agency (BNPB) has urged the public to wear masks as forest fires continue to spread across the country. The agency's call comes amid concerns over air quality and health impacts from the wildfires.

Businessnews24-sa7d ago

Impact of Buy Now Pay Later on Credit Scores

The 'Buy Now Pay Later' (BNPL) payment method has become increasingly popular, but consumers need to understand its potential effects on their credit scores. Financial experts are addressing common questions regarding how these services influence creditworthiness.

Zimbabwe Ferry Disaster Death Toll Rises to 94
WorldFrance 24hindustan-timesmainichi-english+1antara-english9d ago4 sources

Zimbabwe Ferry Disaster Death Toll Rises to 94

The death toll from a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe has risen to 94, prompting intense scrutiny of the incident. Investigations are underway to determine the cause and prevent future tragedies.

Indonesia Earthquake Aftermath: Relief Efforts and Miraculous Rescue
ScienceBBCThe Guardiandr-dk+19nrknosruvaftonbladetberlingskele-figarosvenska-dagbladetvg+11 more10d ago22 sources

Indonesia Earthquake Aftermath: Relief Efforts and Miraculous Rescue

Following a deadly earthquake, Indonesia is focusing on relief efforts, with the Vice President inspecting damage and aid being delivered to affected areas, while an 84-year-old woman was miraculously found alive three days after the quake.

Is Australia's Buy Now Pay Later Boom Ending?
BusinessThe Guardian16d ago

Is Australia's Buy Now Pay Later Boom Ending?

The article questions whether the boom in Australia's Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) market is coming to an end, noting that several firms, including Afterpay, have yet to turn a profit despite promising to disrupt consumer credit.

André Lévy-Lang, Last Head of Paribas, Dies
Businessle-figaro19d ago

André Lévy-Lang, Last Head of Paribas, Dies

André Lévy-Lang, a polytechnician who transitioned from engineering to the highest echelons of finance, has passed away. He led the prestigious Paribas bank from 1990 to 1999, overseeing its significant transformation before its merger with BNP.

Trump Renews Efforts to Limit Birthright Citizenship in US
WorldAPReutersBBC+99bloombergNYTeconomistwsjFTle-mondewapoThe Guardian+91 more23d ago102 sources

Trump Renews Efforts to Limit Birthright Citizenship in US

Donald Trump has signed new executive orders to again attempt to limit birthright citizenship in the United States, despite a previous Supreme Court decision blocking his first attempt. This move aims to curb what he refers to as 'birth tourism' and restrict citizenship for children born in the US to non-citizens.

Hong Kong Attracts Wealthy European Clients for Family Offices
BusinessSCMP1mo ago

Hong Kong Attracts Wealthy European Clients for Family Offices

BNP Paribas reports that wealthy European clients are increasingly looking to Hong Kong for establishing family offices, signaling growing interest in the city's financial landscape. Hong Kong's investment chief highlighted the city's strong return on investment, stating that every dollar invested brings in more than eight.

BNP Paribas Bullish on AI Supply Chain, Names Top Ideas
Businessseeking-alpha1mo ago

BNP Paribas Bullish on AI Supply Chain, Names Top Ideas

BNP Paribas maintains a bullish outlook on the AI supply chain through 2027, identifying Arista, Seagate, and Astera as its top investment ideas. The firm's analysis suggests strong growth potential in these companies within the AI sector.

BNP Paribas Inaugurates New European Hub in Lisbon
Businessobservador2mo ago

BNP Paribas Inaugurates New European Hub in Lisbon

BNP Paribas has opened its new European hub at the EXEO Office Hub in Lisbon, which will centralize operations, IT, and customer service, with plans to expand its workforce in Portugal to over 10,000 by the end of 2026.

PoliticsDaily Star BD2mo ago

BNP Leader Hacked in Dhaka

A ward-level leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was reportedly hacked in Mohammadpur, Dhaka. The incident highlights ongoing political tensions or local crime issues.

OpenAI and SpaceX Eyeing Major IPOs with High Valuations
BusinessBBCbloombergNYT+36FTwapoFox NewscbccnbcnosfazDW+28 more2mo ago39 sources

OpenAI and SpaceX Eyeing Major IPOs with High Valuations

OpenAI has confidentially filed for an IPO, aiming for a valuation exceeding $850 billion, while SpaceX is also preparing for its own public offering. These anticipated IPOs are generating significant investor interest and market speculation.