Finance
Serbia banks look low-risk as credit grows—investors watch the shift toward households
Serbia’s banking system has maintained low non-performing loans and steady lending through higher interest rates, with dinarisation continuing to reduce currency risk. But the credit expansion…
Serbia’s bond market enters a tougher pricing era as investors demand more selectivity
A weaker-than-expected March 2026 domestic bond auction signals that Serbia’s funding is still available, but increasingly conditional on price and investor risk appetite. With debt split…
ProCredit Bank’s 25-year agricultural lending role in Serbia is being reinforced by state-backed credit lines
Operating in Serbia for 25 years, ProCredit Bank has deepened its position as a key distributor of subsidised agricultural loans under the 2026 government framework, supporting…
Savannah pushes ahead with Barroso lithium project as Europe targets supply independence
London-listed Savannah Resources is accelerating work on its Barroso lithium project in northern Portugal, citing expanding spodumene resources and a financing runway supported by a €110mn…
How Serbian chambers shape EPC, supply chains and financing—turning relationships into execution leverage
In Serbia’s investment cycle, foreign investor chambers increasingly determine which EPC contractors, technology providers and financiers get pulled into projects early—before formal tenders begin. The result…
EU’s Nickel Strategy Hits a Wall in Brazil as ESG and Viability Questions Mount
The European Union has labeled a shuttered Brazilian nickel refinery a “strategic project,” but the site is tied to Jervois Global, which is navigating bankruptcy proceedings…
Royal Gold to Showcase Precious-Metals Portfolio at Mining Forum Europe 2026
Royal Gold, the precious metals streaming and royalty company, will present its global portfolio at Mining Forum Europe 2026, using the three-day program to outline how…
How foreign chambers quietly accelerate Serbia’s €5–10 billion investment pipeline
Serbia’s inflow of foreign direct investment is increasingly shaped by a less visible network: foreign investor chambers that help originate deals, shorten timelines and improve financing…
Colombia Election Puts Mining Policy to the Test as Latin America Rebalances
Miners are watching Colombia’s presidential election for signs that Latin America’s shift toward market-friendly governance can translate into more predictable rules for capital-intensive projects. The vote…
Central Asia Courts Critical Minerals Windfall, but Investors Face a Supply-Chain Reality Check
As the West seeks alternatives to China’s grip on critical mineral processing, Central Asia is drawing fresh attention for its reserves and growing investment interest. The…