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Biggest impact of revised EPBD is likely to be its focus on improving the energy performance of existing buildings

Find investment jewellery gifts they’ll treasure for years–from a gold Mejuri ring and Birks pearls to a diamond tennis bracelet from Quince.

KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 29 — The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is still investigating Retirement Fund Inco...

Lagos Deputy Governor, Obafemi Hamzat, says private sector investments are crucial for stimulating economic activities and strengthening the financial sect Read More: https://punchng.com/private-investment-key-to-economic-growth-hamzat-2/

Google parent company Alphabet says that its AI investments are leading to a big growth in searches year-over-year, as noted in its Q3 2026 earnings today. "Our AI investments are driving overall Search query growth, including commercial queries," CEO Sundar Pichai says in a statement. "In fact, our year-over-year query growth rate is the highest […]

Egypt’s Minister of Planning and Economic Development Ahmed Rostom presented Egypt’s development vision and efforts to attract investment and strengthen development partnerships during a panel discussion at the 2026 Sustainable Development Goals Dialogue in Madrid, Spain. The session, entitled “Country Platforms in Practice: From National Priorities to Banka

Anil Agarwal says he will leave no stone unturned to invest in Bengal if the right opportunity presents itself; CM says the industrialist made a specific proposal to set up a unit in Asansol

Egypt’s Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh Elhefny discussed opportunities for Japanese companies to participate in the development of Egyptian airports, including a programme to offer several airports to the private sector for management, operation, and development, in cooperation with the International Finance Corporation (IFC). The discussions took place du

Property Exit, a platform specialising in real estate investment and exit solutions, has officially launched in Egypt with the support of Gateway Financials, a consultancy firm specialising in feasibility studies, investment advisory and asset valuation. The platform aims to provide buyers, investors and property owners with a more structured approach to eva

Sources said that the event will be held in the presence of Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay. Tamil Nadu Minister for Industries, Investment Promotion and Commerce S. Keerthana will visit Germany in the first week of November

Bethlenfalvy says Ontario's measures would provide about $8 billion in relief that will be a boon to the country over the long term by attracting more businesses to the province.

EXCLUSIVE: Head Gear Films is opening in the U.S. and company co-founder and CEO Phil Hunt has told Deadline Head Gear US will sink $120M into U.S. indie film and TV in year one. Head Gear exec Samantha Allwinton will run the new unit as Director of Operations. She will be based in Denver and […]

Amazon MGM Studios Japan is doubling its investment to bring its content up to global standards, studio head Buddy Marini said Wednesday at a Tokyo International Film Festival TIFFCOM market session on unlocking the global potential of Japanese IP. The session, organized by the Motion Picture Association (MPA) and UniJapan, also featured Credeus CEO Matsuhas

GTN, sebuah perusahaan teknologi finansial global yang mendukung investasi tanpa batas, dan AmInvestment Bank Berhad ...

Buddy Marini, Amazon MGM Studios’ new head of Japan, says the company has doubled its investment in original Japanese content, including an expanded slate of live-action films and series. Marini was speaking on a panel on the opening day of TIFFCOM, which also featured One Piece showrunner Steven Maeda and Kingdom producer Shinzo Matsuhashi, outlining […]

16-18 Merrion Road and 2 Ballsbridge Avenue are generating €265,090 in annual rental income

Key thing is not to leave any cash beyond emergency funds sitting on deposit when much better options are available

Antonelli is on the verge of becoming Italy's first Formula One champion in 73 years.

The Federal Government is creating a military-backed security framework to protect agricultural investments and revive farmlands abandoned due to insecurit Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-plans-military-backed-protection-for-agric-investments/

Nigerian investors explored Grenada’s citizenship-by-investment programme and real estate opportunities at a Lagos event hosted by Passport Legacy. Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-investors-explore-grenada-investment-opportunities/

Nigeria is pursuing higher oil production, targeting three million barrels per day by 2030 through fresh investments, new licensing rounds and pipeline sec Read More: https://punchng.com/pipeline-security-fresh-investments-drive-nigerias-oil-ambitions/

The Federal Government is developing a military-backed security framework to protect agricultural investments and revive farmlands abandoned due to insecur Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-plans-military-backed-security-for-agricultural-investments/

Mohamed Farid, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, met with Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), on the sidelines of the 2026 World Investment Forum in Doha, Qatar. The meeting was attended by Mohamed Awad, CEO of the General Authority for Investment and Free Zones (GAFI). The discussions focused on developments

Mohamed Farid, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, said Egypt is working with the World Bank Group to develop an investment promotion strategy aimed at directing foreign investment towards productive activities that boost exports, expand manufacturing and strengthen links with domestic industries. Farid made the remarks during a session on the role of

The move would be the latest U.S. concession to Moscow as President Trump pursues economic incentives he hopes will secure an end to war in Ukraine.

Nakama, the start-up behind anime licensing platform AniBiz.com, has raised an initial $6 million in funding from three of Japan’s top anime licensors: TBS Group, Toei Animation and TV Tokyo Holdings. AniBiz was launched in July by Crunchyroll founder Kun Gao along with former Crunchyroll execs Brady McCollum and Sae Whan Song. The site now […]

<p>ISLAMABAD: The government is set to roll out a new private equity policy framework covering enhanced risk portfolios, targeting $10 to $15 billion in tax-neutral investment from domestic and international players in the private equity market.</p> <p>The government aims to finalise the policy framework within the next two weeks, which would entail policy a

The Federal Government has called for increased investment in youth, small businesses, and technology to transform Nigeria from a trading to a value-chain Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-urges-investment-in-youth-local-industries-to-boost-nigerias-economy/

Dubai Investments , a Dubai-listed conglomerate, is seeking to raise Dh2 billion ($543 million) from the 20 per cent sale of its subsidiary DIP Holding in the UAE’s first initial public offering this year. DIP Holding is selling 1.74 billion shares in the Dh1.10 to Dh1.15 per share range, implying a market capitalisation at listing of between Dh9.5 billion a

IPOH, Oct 27 &mdash; Perak police have busted three scam syndicates targeting Malaysian, Chinese and Japanese victims in...

SEOUL, Oct. 27 (Yonhap) -- Strong semiconductor-led exports and investment drove...

President Tinubu has commended the Dangote Group for its investments, citing their role in creating jobs, reducing imports and boosting Nigeria’s economy. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-links-dangote-investments-to-jobs-import-substitution/

SEOUL, Oct. 27 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean economy grew 1 percent in the third ...

SEOUL, Oct. 27 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean economy grew 1 percent in the third ...

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Thailand's investment promotion applications rose 28% year-on-year to 1,954 projects worth more than 1.7 trillion baht in the first nine months of the year, driven largely by artificial intelligence (AI)-related investments and strong growth in the electronics, agriculture and food sectors.

Thailand is moving towards a new era of digital finance, with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Bank of Thailand working in tandem to develop digital securities, baht-backed stablecoins and new investment products that could make financial transactions more efficient and broaden access to capital markets.

The luxury carmaker is set to open its first factory in the United States — a move Trump credits to his tariffs. DW examines the German reaction amid a massive auto industry cull at home.

<p>ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Monday sought investment from US financial institutions in its oil refinery upgradation projects as the two countries discussed increasing cooperation in the energy sector.</p> <p>The development came during a meeting between Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik and US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker.</p> <p>During the meeting, Mali

<p>ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Monday sought investment from US financial institutions in its oil refinery upgradation projects as the two countries discussed increasing cooperation in the energy sector.</p> <p>The development came during a meeting between Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik and US Chargé d’Affaires Natalie Baker.</p> <p>During the meeting, Mali

&nbsp;KUCHING, Oct 26 &mdash; The US$50 billion investment announced by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim recently...

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan hosts four European ambassadors on a Kogi investment tour to showcase the state’s economic and cultural potential. Read More: https://punchng.com/natasha-hosts-european-ambassadors-on-kogi-investment-tour/

Alpha Dhabi Holding , a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi-listed International Holding Company, has signed an agreement to commit $1 billion for investments in artificial intelligence companies around the globe. Investment Holding Company is to invest through the Alpha Wave Global-managed fund Alpha Wave III, which also seeks to target high-growth companies, it sa

The overall amount of investments is on track to exceed ¥1 trillion.

Star-driven flops at the Chinese box office, slowing investment and a reportedly more complicated censorship process have a bearing on China’s low profile at international festivals this year, according to Ichiyama Shozo, programming director of the Tokyo International Film Festival. “In the past, casting a star in the leading role could guarantee a certain

SoftBank Group reportedly plans to invest $50 billion in Malaysia's technology sector, including artificial intelligence and data centers.

SEOUL, Oct. 26 (Yonhap) -- Global credit rating agencies have assigned ratings i...

<p>ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Qatar have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral economic ties, exploring new avenues for trade and investment, and expanding cooperation across key sectors, including agriculture, food security, manufacturing, information technology, maritime transport and infrastructure.</p> <p>The commitment was expressed during

The net assets of investment funds in Egypt exceeded EGP 500bn in the third quarter (Q3) of 2026, rising by 7.16% from the previous quarter, as the number of fund units expanded by more than 19%, according to the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA). The FRA, chaired by Islam Azzam, said in its quarterly report on […]

Meta’s plans were greeted nervously and this is an important signal

As households cut back on shopping and restaurant meals, investors are questioning whether South Africa’s consumer stocks can withstand the pressure.

Investment will be limited to Irish residents over a certain age in whatever products are offered by providers

The Qatari minister of state for trade says peace and security are essential for prosperity in trade and investment.

The $2.8m will fund a Kaipara relay site and Te Uri o Hau pilot farm.