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Nissan joins long list of major automotive companies to recall SA cars

There has been widespread concern in South Africa (SA) as Japanese car manufacturer, Nissan joined a long list of major automotive companies to recall some of their vehicle models due to defects

Central banks can strengthen collateral and counterparty risk management using quantitative models: IMF study

The models are tailored to the type of eligible assets, marketable or non-marketable, and the availability of relevant data, including a novel approach for data-limited environments

Understanding sustainable debt levels is critical, as global public debt remains high

With global public debt projected to stay elevated by the end of the decade, a new analysis highlights the urgency of understanding the limits of debt sustainability.

AI-driven ICT investment could reshape monetary policy, IMF research suggests

Expanding investment in artificial intelligence (AI)-ready information and communication technology (ICT) capital has significant implications for monetary policy.

Angola turns to local markets as debt costs swallow nearly half of 2026 budget

Angola plans to spend almost half of its 2026 budget on debt payments, underscoring how rising servicing costs are squeezing fiscal space across Africa and forcing governments to rely more on domestic markets for funding.

Apple shares rise as iPhone holiday sales forecast soothes supply woes

Apple shares rose about 2% premarket on Friday.