March 7, 2025 - 13:09

Panama's government has successfully secured a loan amounting to 1.2 billion euros, equivalent to approximately $1.29 billion, through a subsidiary of Bank of America. The Economy Ministry announced the completion of this significant financial agreement in a statement released on Thursday.
The loan is structured with a two-year maturity period, providing the Panamanian government with essential funds to support its economic initiatives. The ministry confirmed that the financing will be disbursed in its dollar equivalent, reflecting the ongoing strength of the U.S. dollar in international markets.
This strategic move is expected to bolster Panama's fiscal position and enhance its capacity to invest in critical infrastructure projects and social programs. The authorization for the loan was granted last Friday, paving the way for the government to utilize these funds effectively in the coming years. The deal underscores Panama's ongoing efforts to secure favorable financing options in a challenging global economic environment.
March 19, 2026 - 04:45
Climate Finance Has Failed Africa Twice Over. Here’s How To Fix It.The global system designed to fund climate action is failing Africa profoundly and on two critical fronts. Not only is the continent receiving a minuscule fraction of the necessary financing to...
March 18, 2026 - 21:44
Fed meeting live updates: Federal Reserve holds rates steady, forecasts 1 rate cut in 2026In a widely anticipated move, the Federal Reserve concluded its June policy meeting by holding its benchmark interest rate steady at a 23-year high. The decision underscores the central bank`s...
March 18, 2026 - 00:00
New Rules Reshape the Home Equity Line of Credit LandscapeThe familiar flexibility of the Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) is undergoing a significant shift. Driven largely by nonbank lenders entering the market, new requirements are emerging that could...
March 17, 2026 - 04:47
Close Brothers plunges as short seller claims it understated car finance risksShares in Close Brothers Group suffered a dramatic fall, dropping as much as 14% in a single trading session. The sharp decline was triggered by a report from short-selling firm Viceroy Research,...