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Ayandeh Bank's collapse highlights breakdown of Iran’s financial system - WSJ
Ayandeh Bank, which was run by individuals connected to the Iranian regime, failed after accumulating nearly $5 billion in losses from bad loans.
'Corporations must take responsibility for the communities they serve'
Bank Hapoalim completes $2 billion overseas bond sale in largest such offering by an Israeli bank
Bank of America initiates 'buy' on top four Israeli banks, citing post-war momentum
Turkey's Ziraat proposed launching banking ops in Syria, CEO says
Turkey’s largest state lender said it is in talks with Syria’s central bank to begin operations, as Ankara deepens its role in Syria’s economic stabilization and reconstruction.
Spanish bank chairman apologizes after Israeli clients report account restrictions
Banco Sabadell’s chairman apologized after Israeli clients in Spain reported account restrictions and delayed transfers, saying revised procedures followed an internal compliance misunderstanding.
Mizrahi-Tefahot launches NIS 1,000 savings grant for Israeli children born since October 7
The initiative, framed as “a new beginning” to promote long-term financial security, targets what the bank calls “children of the war.”
Ogen unveils roadmap for Israel’s first social bank
New banking model aimed at serving households, small businesses, and nonprofits left behind by commercial banking system
Syria to start currency swap on January 1, central bank governor says
Syria will begin swapping Assad-era notes for new currency on January 1, Central Bank Governor Husrieh on Thursday.
Bank Hapoalim receives 'Accessible Organization' certificate from Access Israel
In its announcement, Access Israel said the certificate reflects the bank’s commitment to ensuring that “every customer, without exception,” can receive “independent, respectful and equal” service.
Bank Hapoalim: Young people and students will receive all trading fees back
Bank Hapoalim is launching a benefits package for young people and students that includes a full and automatic refund of securities trading fees, up to NIS 2,000 per quarter.
Bank Hapoalim revives free-share offer for 1 million customers
After strong demand in September, eligible clients can choose two shares, valued at about NIS 138.9 as of November 25, or a NIS 125 cash grant, the bank said.
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"It’s true hard work never killed anybody, but I figure, why take the chance?" – Ronald Reagan
Iran declares major private bank bankrupt, transfers assets to state-owned Bank Melli
Tehran moves to reassure depositors after Ayandeh Bank collapse, transferring assets to state-owned Bank Melli amid mounting economic pressure and renewed international sanctions.
Iran slashes four zeros from its currency amid soaring inflation worsened by US-E3 sanctions
Iran’s parliament approved removing four digits from its currency, the Iranian Rial, to tackle hyperinflation, though economists warn the move is mostly symbolic.
