MYSTERIOUS: 5 | Mind Blowing Facts

Wall Street Volatility Becomes Bank of America’s Gold Mine, Trading Revenue Soars 33%

Bank of America Corp. (NYSE:BAC) reported stronger-than-expected second-quarter fiscal 2026 results on Tuesday.

Benzinga · Jul 14

Jamie Dimon Delivers Mixed Message: Economy Is Resilient, But Market Risks Are Mounting

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM) stock traded lower in premarket trading Tuesday after the bank’s second-quarter 2026 earnings beat failed to lift investor sentiment.

Benzinga · Jul 14

Central bank steps up tracking of suspicious fund flows

The Bank of Thailand has instructed financial institutions and payment platforms to monitor suspicious fund flows as part of its efforts to curb the grey economy, which it views as one of the country's key structural economic challenges.

Bangkok Post · Jul 13

Switzerland converted military tunnels in the Alps into gold vaults during World War II, hiding its reserves beneath solid rock as Europe descended into war

Switzerland moved its gold reserves into Alpine vaults before World War II. A military ammunition depot became a secure underground treasury for national assets. This decentralization expanded storage capacity and reduced urban risks during the war. The Alps became an integral part of Switzerland's financial infrastructure and defense. New research…

The Times of India · Jul 10

Brokerage: Virtual banks face growth, profitability tests

Kiatnakin Phatra Securities (KKPS), the brokerage arm of Kiatnakin Phatra Financial Group (KKP), expects the combined loan portfolio of Thailand's three virtual banks to reach 200 billion baht in 5-6 years.

Bangkok Post · Jul 7

Nationwide named UK’s best brand for customer service as banks overtake retailers for first time

John Lewis and First Direct also strong performers

The Independent UK · Jul 7

UAE Central Bank fines foreign bank Dh1.82 million over customer liability letter delay

A foreign bank branch in the UAE has been fined Dh1.82 million for failing to issue a customer's liability letter within the mandated seven-day period. This penalty underscores the Central Bank of the UAE's commitment to consumer protection and enforcing market conduct regulations. The move highlights the importance of timely…

The Times of India · Jul 6

Gulf lands $600m international loan

Gulf Development Plc, Thailand's largest energy company by market value and a major telecom operator, has secured a US$600-million loan from international banks, enhancing its global funding options.

Bangkok Post · Jul 3

Lloyds customers urged to shut accounts over debanking of left-wing outlet

SUPPORTERS of independent media are being urged to ditch any accounts they have with Lloyds after it emerged a left-wing publication had been…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 2

World Bank drops climate funding target, raising fears for Africa

The World Bank has abandoned its target of directing 45 percent of its financing to projects that help tackle climate change, prompting warnings that poorer countries – especially in Africa – could receive less support to adapt to a warming world.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 2