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Title: UAE President Pardons Bangladeshi Citizens Jailed for Protesting | Latest News In a significant move, the President of the UAE has pardoned Bangladeshi citizens who were imprisoned for their participation in protests. This decision has sparked discussions on the impact of human rights in the region and the implications for foreign relations. The UAE has a complex relationship with Bangladesh, with many Bangladeshi citizens working in the country and contributing to its economy. The recent pardoning of protesters demonstrates a shift in the government’s stance on human rights and freedom of expression. As an investment manager, it is crucial…

Unlocking the Secrets of Ziina’s $22 Million Series A Funding: A Deep Dive into the Dubai-Based Fintech App’s Explosive Growth In June 2021, Ziina, a rising star fresh from YC’s first cohort of the year and armed with a $7.5 million seed, launched its revolutionary fintech app to 20,000 retail customers in the UAE. Fast forward three years, and the startup has amassed a staggering $22 million in Series A funding led by Altos Ventures, as it caters to a growing base of 50,000 retail and business customers. The key to Ziina’s success lies in its laser focus on the…

Bain Capital’s Bold Move: A Counter-Offer to Acquire Fuji Soft at $4.10 Billion TOKYO (Multibagger) – In an exciting twist in the world of high-stake corporate acquisitions, U.S. buyout heavyweight Bain Capital has put forth a compelling counter-offer to acquire Japan’s Fuji Soft. This bid, pegged at approximately 600 billion yen ($4.10 billion), surpasses U.S. private equity giant KKR’s previous offer by about 5%, according to a report by a leading business daily. Last month, KKR initiated a tender offer for Fuji Soft, valuing its shares at 8,800 yen each. In response, Bain Capital has raised the stakes, reportedly offering…

By Marc Jones and Karin Strohecker Are you ready to learn about one of the fastest and largest debt restructurings in history? Just a few months after Russia invaded Ukraine, Rothschild & Co, the country’s financial adviser, stepped in to help Kyiv’s debt chief navigate through a thick black folder detailing major sovereign debt restructurings of the past 30 years. This move proved crucial for Ukraine’s financial future. With the economy struggling due to the ongoing war, Ukraine agreed with creditors to pause payments on its bonds in August 2022. Last week, the nation sealed a groundbreaking debt restructuring deal…

Climate envoy John Podesta to discuss climate change with China as U.S. pushes for more ambitious targets In a move to address climate change issues, U.S. climate envoy John Podesta is set to visit China for three days starting Wednesday. The talks will focus on bridging gaps on issues such as finance between the world’s two biggest emitters of greenhouse gas. Despite the importance of pacts between the two countries in the fight against climate change, analysts are not expecting significant progress from this week’s discussions. Podesta is scheduled to meet with Chinese counterpart Liu Zhenmin in the second round…

By Suzanne McGee In a bold prediction last October, Matthew Hougan foresaw spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) attracting $55 billion in assets within five years. Fast forward to late August this year, and the 10 new approved funds have already amassed over $52 billion, exceeding expectations. CEO of Bitwise Investments, Hougan, acknowledges his underestimation, hinting at a potential multi-billion dollar market for these ETFs. But the road to mainstream acceptance is fraught with volatility, given bitcoin’s speculative nature. One significant milestone was Morgan Stanley’s decision to allow its financial advisers to recommend select bitcoin ETFs to clients, signaling a shift…

By Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE (Multibagger) – The dollar is on the rise, holding close to a two-week high as investors brace for upcoming economic data, including Friday’s U.S. payrolls, which could impact the size of an anticipated interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve. The euro and sterling are both down slightly, while the U.S. dollar index is higher, signaling market expectations of U.S. rate cuts. Investor attention is focused on the U.S. payrolls data due on Friday, with expectations of a 25 bps cut from the Fed. This week’s key data releases will help determine whether a 25- or…

Cathay Pacific Airways Grounds Airbus A350 Fleet for Engine Inspections: What Investors Need to Know By Lisa Barrington (Multibagger) – Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific Airways (OTC: CPCAF) has initiated a comprehensive inspection of its Airbus A350 fleet following an in-flight engine component failure on Monday. This decision has led to the cancellation of 24 return flights through Wednesday. Intriguingly, other airlines operating similar aircraft have not yet received directives to conduct similar inspections. Key Developments: Incident Overview: An engine part failed on one of Cathay Pacific’s A350-1000 planes shortly after takeoff from Hong Kong. Fleet Impact: Cathay Pacific is inspecting…

By Subrata Nag Choudhury KOLKATA (Multibagger) – India’s federal police have made a significant arrest in connection with the brutal rape and murder case of a young female doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College in Kolkata. Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of the college, has been arrested on charges of financial irregularities, according to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The CBI has also arrested two vendors of hospital supplies and a close aide of Ghosh in relation to the case, which has sparked widespread protests by doctors advocating for greater safety for women in the workplace and justice for…

Tesla’s Sales Surge in China in August – What It Means for Investors Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA) had a stellar month in China in August, with sales reaching an all-time high for the year. The U.S. electric vehicle giant sold over 63,000 cars in the world’s largest auto market, marking a 37% increase from July. However, it still falls short compared to its Chinese competitors like BYD (SZ: BYD), which reported a record-breaking 35% surge in sales. Despite facing challenges in China’s competitive market, Tesla has implemented strategic initiatives to boost sales. Offering zero-interest loans and receiving regulatory approvals have played…