Natalie Poirain

As the Nigerian economy navigates a pivotal upswing, its 39.6 million Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) stand at a critical juncture, representing the very engine of national progress by contributing approximately 48% of the GDP and 84% of total employment. The current economic

For a digital bank backed by one of the world's largest financial institutions, vanishing from the internet without a trace seemed impossible, yet that is precisely what happened to the employees and prospective customers of Jenius Bank. The ambitious fintech venture, a subsidiary of the Japanese

With a career defined by sharp analysis of market-moving deals, Priya Jaiswal stands as a recognized authority in the intersection of banking, finance, and technology. Her expertise in portfolio management and international business trends provides a crucial lens through which to view the tectonic

The simultaneous announcement of a multimillion-dollar loss from a fraudulent investment and a near-record quarter for dealmaking revenue presents a striking paradox that speaks volumes about the modern financial industry's complex structure. For investment bank Jefferies, a staggering $30 million

The arduous journey of applying for a home loan, historically characterized by stacks of paperwork and weeks of anxious waiting, is undergoing a profound transformation driven by financial technology. For decades, borrowers have navigated a cumbersome process, meticulously gathering, scanning, and

A recent government proposal to establish a new type of financial institution, the Microcredit Bank (MCB), is poised to fundamentally reshape Bangladesh's renowned microfinance landscape, threatening to dismantle a system celebrated for its deep community integration and holistic approach to

For decades, the financial services landscape has operated on a widely accepted premise: credit unions, with their member-owned structure and community focus, held an unassailable advantage in consumer trust and satisfaction over their large, corporate banking counterparts. This long-held belief

Following several years of sweeping, consumer-friendly reforms that significantly curtailed a lucrative revenue stream, a notable and contentious reversal is now underway within the American banking industry. Several of the nation's largest financial institutions reported a distinct uptick in

With mortgage rates descending to their lowest point in over a year, the current market presents a compelling opportunity for prospective homeowners who have been patiently waiting for the right moment to make a move. This shift creates a window for both first-time buyers and existing homeowners

In a world where over a trillion dollars in deposits have shifted from traditional banks to nimble fintechs, the call for innovation has never been louder. We're joined by Priya Jaiswal, a leading authority in banking and financial strategy, whose work focuses on the critical intersection of