Credit Intermediaries Skyrocket: 6,000+ Active & Thousands More on the Rise – What’s Driving This Boom?

Global Surge in Non-Depository Financial Institutions: How Private Credit Disruption is Fueling Bank Loan Growth By Dr. Olivia Bennett, Chief Editor, Business | May 13, 2026 An unprecedented expansion of non-depository financial institutions (NDFIs) is reshaping global lending markets, with regulators and bankers scrambling to understand the implications. While precise figures remain difficult to pinpoint … Read more

Portugal House Prices Surge 180% Since 2015, Leading Eurozone Growth

Portugal’s real estate market is experiencing a period of intense volatility, with home prices surging to levels that are challenging the accessibility of housing for local families. Recent data indicates a sharp upward trajectory in property values, reflecting a broader economic trend that has seen costs escalate significantly over the last decade. According to the … Read more