Banking

The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) received bids worth $1.141 billion in its latest US dollar-denominated local Treasury bill auction, exceeding the offered amount of $950 million, according to data published on the bank’s official website. The 364-day Treasury bills, offered on Monday and maturing on 2 February 2027, drew 26 bids.

2. februar 2026 Rapportert av AI

The National Bank of Egypt has arranged a syndicated financing facility worth EGP 1.42 billion for Al Qamzi Developments to cover part of the investment costs for the first and second phases of the SEAZEN project on Egypt's North Coast. NBE serves as facility agent, lead arranger, documentation bank, and bookrunner with a EGP 920 million participation, while Bank Al Baraka Egypt joins as an arranger contributing EGP 500 million.

Hang Seng Bank's delisting from the Hang Seng Index it helped create raises questions about Hong Kong's enduring financial symbols outliving their origins. The bank maintained a balance of global support and local autonomy, even after HSBC became its majority shareholder. For many shareholders, the recent privatisation vote was less a financial decision than an emotional reckoning.

27. januar 2026 Rapportert av AI

Anbesa Bank, previously known as Lion International Bank, has rebranded after nearly 19 years, unveiling a minimalist golden spark logo and the motto “Let’s Go for It” at the Adwa Museum. This change culminates a five-month process led by Berry Advertising, a domestic firm with a 13-year track record in the sector.

Former President Donald Trump has filed a $5 billion lawsuit against JPMorgan Chase and its CEO Jamie Dimon, claiming the bank closed his accounts in 2021 due to political motivations linked to the January 6 Capitol riot. The suit, filed in a Miami court, alleges violations of the bank's principles and significant financial harm to Trump and his businesses. JPMorgan denies the claims, asserting the closures were due to regulatory risks.

21. januar 2026 Rapportert av AI

Ahadu Bank concluded its latest financial year with strong profits, marking a notable achievement for a young lender, yet it faces capital constraints. The bank expanded rapidly and earned substantially, but reforms in Ethiopia's financial sector are outpacing its balance sheet adaptations. This highlights challenges for late-entrant banks in a rapidly liberalizing market.