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Kazakhstan’s gross international reserves rose to $62.1 billion in November, driven by a sharp increase in the National Bank’s (NBK) gold holdings, even as the tenge continued to weaken amid seasonal and external pressures. Trading volumes increased significantly to $335.6 million, indicating strong demand for foreign currency. Analysts attribute the tenge’s weakening to several factors, including the year-end seasonal rise in foreign currency purchases linked to holiday travel, higher consumer spending, and accelerated budget execution, reported the Kazakh Association of Financiers on Dec. 10.  Gold portfolio drives growth in international reserves According to newly published data, Kazakhstan’s gross international reserves increased by 2.7$, or $1.3 billion, in November, rea...

The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) has established an Islamic Finance Advisory Board, uniting leading global experts from Bahrain, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The board held its inaugural meeting on Dec. 10 at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in the UAE as part of AIFC Connect Abu Dhabi. The board will serve as a central intellectual hub for advancing Islamic finance in Kazakhstan, providing independent recommendations on legislation, Shariah governance, capital markets, sustainable finance, digital solutions, and international cooperation, reported AIFC press service. Madina Tukulova, head of Islamic Finance at the AIFC Authority, stated that the establishment of the board marks a significant step toward strengthening t...

Recognized for Academic Rigor, College Prep, Arts Excellence and Diverse Community United States, 15th Dec 2025 — Leman Manhattan Preparatory School, the leading independent, IB World School located in the heart of New York City’s Financial District, is proud to announce it has soared to the top of multiple categories in the 2026 Niche Best Schools Rankings — emphasizing its position as one of the premier K-12 educational institutions in the country. Leman saw substantial gains in Niche’s key rankings and now holds the following positions among numerous other rigorous, selective independent schools: #29 Best K-12 Private School in NY out of 133 #5 Best High School for the Arts in NY out of 91 #3 Best Boarding High School in NY out of 30 #5 Most Diverse Private K-12 School in the NYC Area ...

KeyCrew Media, a real estate analytics and media network, has selected Loodmy Jacques, leader of The Jacques Team at Keller Williams Reserve, as a KeyCrew Verified Expert. Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 15th Dec 2025 – KeyCrew Media, a real estate analytics and media network, has selected Loodmy Jacques, leader of The Jacques Team at Keller Williams Reserve, as a KeyCrew Verified Expert. Jacques will contribute data-driven analysis on luxury housing markets, international buyer trends, and real estate market dynamics across South Florida. KeyCrew Verified Experts are carefully selected as prolific market trend authorities who demonstrate exceptional insight and expertise in their fields. These distinguished professionals regularly contribute market insights, expert perspectives, and ...

KeyCrew Media, a real estate analytics and media network, has selected Courtney Poulos and her team at ACME Real Estate as a KeyCrew Verified Expert. LOS ANGELES, CA, December 12, 2025 — KeyCrew Media, a real estate analytics and media network, has selected Courtney Poulos and her team at  ACME Real Estate as a KeyCrew Verified Expert. The boutique Los Angeles brokerage will contribute specialized insights on renovation-resale strategy, boutique brokerage operations, and LA market dynamics. KeyCrew Verified Experts are carefully selected as prolific market trend authorities who demonstrate exceptional insight and expertise in their fields. These distinguished professionals and companies regularly contribute market insights, expert perspectives, and forward-looking analysis to help audien...

KeyCrew Media, a real estate analytics and media network, has selected Brooke Pfautz, CEO and Founder of Vintory, as a KeyCrew Verified Expert. NATIONWIDE, December 12, 2025 — KeyCrew Media, a real estate analytics and media network, has selected Brooke Pfautz, CEO and Founder of Vintory, as a KeyCrew Verified Expert. Pfautz will contribute data-driven analysis on vacation rental management, property technology innovation, and industry consolidation trends. KeyCrew Verified Experts are carefully selected as prolific market trend authorities who demonstrate exceptional insight and expertise in their fields. These distinguished professionals regularly contribute market insights, expert perspectives, and forward-looking analysis to help audiences navigate complex industry landscapes. Brooke ...

Sweden, 13th Dec 2025 – KLOTA AB, a Sweden-based digital performance and SEO consultancy, has announced the launch of two new free analysis tools designed specifically for serious e-commerce companies seeking stronger visibility, better performance, and clearer insights across search engines and AI-driven platforms. The newly released tools—the AI Visibility Analyzer and the Shopping Feed Analyzer—are currently available as free BETA services and deliver actionable results within approximately 10 minutes via email. As search behavior rapidly evolves, e-commerce brands are no longer competing only for traditional Google rankings. Increasingly, consumers are discovering products and brands through AI-powered assistants such as ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and Gemini. KLOTA’s new tools are bu...

London, United Kingdom, 13th Dec 2025 – Kentures Ltd, a fast-growing electric vehicle (EV) charging technology brand, today announced its official entry onto the global EV infrastructure stage with the international rollout of its Thunderbolt and VoltWall smart charging product lines, covering both AC and DC charging solutions for residential, commercial, and public-sector markets worldwide. Recognised as a new challenger brand in the EV charging sector, Kentures is entering the market with a clear focus on affordability, smart technology, and rapid deployment, at a time when governments and industries across the world are accelerating the adoption of electric mobility. The AC charger range, branded under the Thunderbolt and VoltWall series, is available in 7kW, 11kW, and 22kW configuratio...

CVMR® Corporation, a global mining and metal refining corporation, and FINATRADES, a digital finance and trading platform, are pleased to announce the signing of an agreement creating the U.S.-based, Critical Materials Fund Corporation (“CMFC”). September 2, 2025 — CVMR® Corporation, a global mining and metal refining corporation, and FINATRADES, a digital finance and trading platform, are pleased to announce the signing of an agreement creating the U.S.-based, Critical Materials Fund Corporation (“CMFC”). CMFC will finance the development and refining of critical metal resources. This landmark collaboration will leverage the strengths of both organizations in creating and managing a secure, traceable, and tradable supply chain of mineral assets and digital representations of those refined...

Leeds, United Kingdom, 12th Dec 2025 – Lawcris, a leading name in the supply of decorative panels and worktops, have launched their new MaterialHub. This inspiring new creative space designed exclusively for interior designers, architects, furniture makers and shop fitters. In a world dominated by AI and digital design, the MaterialHUB is a bold, physical space built to bring back hands-on creativity and real-world material exploration for interior designers and specifiers. The Lawcris MaterialHUB is a destination for imagination… with a twist. A train-themed creative hub that takes you on a journey through inspiration, materials, and innovation at every stop. Showcasing decorative panels from industry giants, the MaterialHUB is a tactile, trend-led destination, designed to empower the ne...