Brief: Argentina bank worker strike called
Union members are due to stop work for 24 hours starting Friday.
Union members are due to stop work for 24 hours starting Friday.
The objective is to increase security, integrity, traceability and confidence in public information, the energy ministry said.
The former president and leading candidate for October's election has until 5pm Friday to turn himself in to the police.
Bank regulator CNBV reported steady loan growth and improved sector-wide net income in February, though asset quality showed mild deterioration.
The public has until April 30 to comment on the central bank's proposals that would give workers greater control over their payroll account, as well as use of that account in contracting and payment of loans.
Sector association UKRA warns new digital payment rules will impact profit margins and in some cases result in kiosk owners making a loss.
Cheaper consumer loans will come as Brazil's central bank is looking for measures to reduce the interest rate for consumers and increase competition among banks.
Authorities are working on secondary legislation governing the implementation of a law that authorizes financial services institutions to offer this type of product.
The Brazilian development bank will provide funds for projects that state water utility Sanepar will undertake in 83 localities.
The company is looking to conclude talks with French group CNP Assurance, regarding a new joint format.