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The Swiss government is confident that Hamas is not using the country’s banks, given the widespread condemnation of the group as a terrorist organization.

California is preparing a lawsuit to block Kroger Co.’s $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons Cos. on concerns the deal could hurt consumers and workers, Attorney General Rob Bonta said Thursday.

China is looking to increase the amount local governments can borrow, state media reported, as the government seeks to boost an economic recovery that remains fragile due to weak domestic demand.

Global Infrastructure Partners is exploring selling a stake in Vena Energy and seeking a valuation of about $15 billion for one of the largest renewable energy companies in Asia-Pacific, according to people familiar with the matter.

Malaysia unveiled a smaller 393.8 billion ringgit ($83.3 billion) spending plan on Friday as the country aims to reduce its budget deficit in 2024 and boost investor confidence with its fiscal discipline.

The European Union’s top diplomat said trust with China had “eroded” over Beijing’s stance on the war in Ukraine and warned that more trade imbalances with the world’s second-biggest economy would lead to expanded protectionism.

At least eight reproductive health-care groups have organized since the Supreme Court overturned Roe

A London-based brokerage has been closed by a court order after the firm attracted regulatory scrutiny over potential financial crime risks.

Malaysia’s government plans to reduce its budget deficit in 2024 through a combination of spending cuts, new taxes and reduced debt payments, as Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim steps up efforts to convince investors that he’s serious about fiscal discipline.