Finance

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.

February 02, 2026 Reported by AI

The Colombian mining company Mineros has begun evaluating a possible corporate redomiciliation, examining legal and fiscal implications. It has called an extraordinary meeting of its shareholders' assembly for April 30, 2026. The process aims to enhance its asset base and long-term strategic objectives.

According to the Reserve Bank of India, nine bank holidays are scheduled across India in February 2026, including national and regional observances as well as mandatory weekly offs. These holidays mark significant events such as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti. Customers are advised to plan branch visits around these dates.

February 01, 2026 Reported by AI

The Directorate General of Taxes records 1,150,414 annual tax returns filed by the morning of February 2, 2026, for the 2025 tax year. This figure includes various taxpayer categories, such as individuals and corporations. The DJP urges taxpayers to file promptly to avoid fines.

Hong Kong’s finance chief Paul Chan has called for public spending growth not to exceed revenue increases ahead of the February 25 budget speech, while stating the local economy is off to a good start in 2026. He also painted a rosy picture for the retail sector, revealing that December sales figures, due Tuesday, will show continued growth.

February 01, 2026 Reported by AI

Hong Kong's IPO pipeline swelled in January with applications tripling year-on-year to 96 and proceeds hitting the second-highest level on record at US$4.2 billion. Twelve companies listed, raising funds up 447 per cent from a year earlier. This strong performance follows Hong Kong reclaiming the world's top IPO spot in 2025.