Ukraine-Finance: President Zelensky says Ukraine will cover its current financial deficit by end-2026, partly using next year’s loan funds and shifting some spending to early 2027 for drones. Private Credit & Islamic Finance: ASB Capital and StepStone launched the ASB StepStone Private Financing Fund, a Shari’a-compliant, senior-secured private financing strategy for income and capital growth. Argentina “Golden Passport”: Argentina unveiled citizenship-for-cash/bond options—$350,000 non-refundable or $800,000 in a seven-year government security—aimed at raising up to $2.5B, with checks on funds and background. Terror Finance Crackdown: The US DOJ unsealed charges and arrests tied to Hamas financing, including alleged cryptocurrency use and cross-border fundraising. RBI Financial Stability: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra set five priorities to preserve financial stability amid interconnected global risks, warning against complacency. Markets & Lending: Motilal Oswal reiterated a BUY on Shriram Finance with a Rs 1,220 target, citing diversification and MUFG funding support. Insurance Stress: Florida suspended Atlantic Coast Life Insurance after regulators found a $170M surplus impairment; 7,000 policyholders are affected. Regional Cooperation: GCC finance ministers reviewed strengthening economic cooperation and progress on customs and the Gulf common market. Cybersecurity Push (Tanzania): Tanzania’s finance leaders urged stronger cyber defenses as AI and digital services expand in banking and insurance.