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ECB leads the world’s largest central banks by assets

The European Central Bank (ECB) holds the world’s largest central bank balance sheet by total assets, underscoring the massive scale of monetary intervention carried out by major economies in recent years.

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Nigeria leads race to $100 billion GDP as Africa’s economic growth story accelerates

Nigeria reached the $100 billion gross domestic product milestone faster than any other African country after independence, underscoring the scale and pace of economic expansion among several of the continent’s largest emerging markets over the past four decades.

Gulf currencies dominate list of world’s strongest currencies against the US dollar

Gulf currencies continue to dominate global rankings against the US dollar, with the Kuwaiti dinar maintaining its position as the world’s strongest currency by value, according to a visual analysis created by World Visualized in collaboration with Seasia Stats.

The billion-dollar heists that shook global banking

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Top 10 African countries leading in diaspora remittances

In 2024, diaspora remittances surged to unprecedented levels, serving as a crucial element in Africa’s economic strength.

The world’s most stolen grocery items revealed

Cheese has earned the dubious distinction of being the most stolen grocery item globally, according to data from World of Statistics covered by international outlets including Smithsonian Magazine and Telegrafi.

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Why six EU countries still refuse to adopt the euro

More than two decades after the euro became Europe’s common currency, six European Union member states continue to retain their national currencies, highlighting ongoing political, economic and public resistance to full monetary integration.

Argentina is projected to remain the International Monetary Fund’s largest debtor in 2026, accounting for nearly two-fifths of the institution’s total lending portfolio, as developing economies continue to grapple with inflation, currency instability and rising refinancing pressures.

Unemployment and job gap rates have fallen below pre-pandemic levels, and labour market participation has improved in recent years. However, the latest ILO World Employment and Social Outlook reveals that significant structural issues remain, including persistent inequality, rising working poverty, and slowing productivity growth.

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Several Sub-Saharan African economies are expected to post weak or even negative growth in 2026, highlighting persistent structural challenges despite stronger performance elsewhere on the continent, according to projections from the International Monetary Fund.

A group of African economies is set to post some of the world’s strongest growth rates in 2026, led by Ethiopia and Guinea, as investment, reforms and resource exports drive momentum across the continent, according to projections from the International Monetary Fund.

The value of the U.S. dollar across Southeast Asia is offering a clear lens into the region’s economic diversity, with exchange rates highlighting stark differences in currency strength, inflation pressures, and policy direction.

Top 10 global leaders in natural gas reserves

Although the world is looking to transition to cleaner energy sources, natural gas remains a cornerstone of energy security and economic development.

In today’s digital-first world, banks are not just competing in financial markets; they are also competing for attention online.

Asia accounts for the largest share of the global economy, contributing more than a third of world output, according to International Monetary Fund (IMF) data, underscoring the region’s central role in shaping global growth.

Pension income across Europe remains sharply uneven, with retirees in southern and eastern countries receiving significantly lower monthly payments than their northern counterparts, according to recent data compiled from Eurostat and the OECD.

The bulk of oil and gas shipments passing through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints, are heading overwhelmingly to Asia, underscoring the region’s dependence on Middle Eastern supplies.