Trade & Investment

Bangladesh to get $4.7bn IMF package

The funding comes under a new programme which aims to help vulnerable middle-income countries and island states. The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) executive board has approved a support programme for Bangladesh worth $4.7bn at current exchange rates, making the South Asian country the first to access its new Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). The funding …

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Grant tax breaks to green businesses, CILT tells government

Grant tax breaks to green businesses, CILT tells government

President of Chartered Institute For Logistics and Transport (CILT), Mr Mark Amoamah,  has urged the Government to grant tax breaks for businesses using green technologies. The green technologies are innovative that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote sustainable transportation, energy efficient technologies and clean energy. DOWNLOAD THE LEADING VIDEO CONFERENCING AND WEBINAR APP Mr Amoamah, …

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Climate shocks to drive million Ghanaians into poverty — IFC calls for more action

A report from the World Bank paper estimates that, globally, up to 132 million people will be pushed into extreme poverty by climate change by 2030. The just released Ghana Country Climate and Development Report in Ghana estimates that at least one million more Ghanaians could fall into poverty due to climate shocks, if urgent …

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Stock Market Basics: A Beginner’s Guide to Trading Stocks

The stock market can be a confusing place for the uninitiated. Financial news is often saturated with bemusing buzzwords; tales from the trading floor of treasury stock, stated value, and retained earnings often mean nothing to the average investor. But for those looking to trade stocks, understanding and applying such concepts is key to navigating …

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British Pound Pauses as US Dollar Takes Stock of Fed Outlook. Will GBP/USD go Higher?

Reports gathered from sources indicates that the British Pound held onto to yesterday’s gains through the Asian session today, with the US Dollar remaining under pressure after Fed commentary. THE LEADING VIDEO CONFERENCING AND WEBINAR APP FOR BUSINESS AND ORGANIZATIONS Remarks from Cleveland Fed President Lorretta Mester and Kansas City Chief Esther George appeared to lead the …

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