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Jan 20 2026FINANCE

Germany's Buy Now, Pay Later Boom: What's Next?

Germany's Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) scene is heating up, with big changes on the horizon. By 2026, this market is set to hit $83. 46 billion, growing at a steady pace. But what's really interesting is how the market is evolving. Right now, the BNPL space is crowded with big names like Klarna, PayPa

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Jan 20 2026FINANCE

Brazil's Big Move: Why the Central Bank Might Take Over Investment Funds

Brazil is considering a major shift in how investment funds are managed. The country's finance chief wants the central bank to take charge of overseeing these funds. This change could make the financial system more stable and secure. The idea came up after a bank called Banco Master SA ran into tro

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Germany's Mixed Bag: EVs, Economy, and Social Issues

Germany is making headlines with a mix of economic updates, environmental debates, and social concerns. The government has reintroduced subsidies for electric vehicles (EVs), but not everyone is happy. Critics argue that including hybrid vehicles in the subsidy program undermines the environmental b

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Germany's Big Bet on Electric Cars: What's the Deal?

Germany is going all-in on electric cars. They're not just talking about it; they're putting real money into it. The government is offering up to 6, 000 euros for each electric car bought. That's a lot of cash! In total, they've set aside 3 billion euros for this plan. This money can help about 800,

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

Trump's Greenland Move Sparks EU Trade War Worries

Germany is not happy. The country's finance minister has said that US President Donald Trump has crossed a line. The issue? Trump's threat to put extra taxes on NATO allies who didn't support his plan to buy Greenland. This is not the first time Trump has caused trouble. He often creates conflicts.

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Jan 19 2026BUSINESS

Big Changes in Brazil's Financial Watchdog

Brazil's finance chief, Fernando Haddad, is pushing for a major shift in how the country's investment funds are overseen. He wants the central bank to take on this role, which is currently handled by the CVM, the securities regulator. This idea is still up for discussion among key government bodies,

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Jan 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

Germany's Big Push for Electric Cars: What's the Deal?

Germany is rolling out a major plan to get more people driving electric cars. The government is putting up €3 billion to help buyers. That's a lot of money! It's enough to support about 800, 000 cars. The subsidies will last until 2029. The amount of money you get depends on the car and your family

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Jan 15 2026POLITICS

Italy's Data Watchdog Faces Corruption Cloud

Italy's data privacy agency, often seen as a tough enforcer of tech giants, is now under scrutiny itself. Police recently raided its offices as part of a corruption and embezzlement investigation. The probe focuses on the agency's president and three board members, with allegations of overspending a

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Jan 15 2026SPORTS

Cool Sports to Check Out at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy

Italy is all set to host the Winter Olympics in 2026. The games will happen in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo from February 6 to February 22. This event will feature a mix of classic and new sports. There are many sports to watch. Alpine skiing is one where athletes speed down snowy slopes. Bobsleigh

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Jan 15 2026BUSINESS

Germany's DEG Puts Money into India's GIFT City Debt Fund

Germany's DEG, a big name in development finance, has just made its first move into India's debt fund scene. They've put $25 million into Vivriti Asset Management's fund, which is based in GIFT City. This isn't just any fund—it's all about helping small businesses and women entrepreneurs get the loa

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