Debt relief, concessional finance can help countries meet their development goals

Debt relief, concessional finance can help countries meet their development goals   8 July 2025 – For years, blended finance —utilizing public development funds to attract private investment in developing countries —has been touted as a powerful means to bridge the financing gap for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, with this gap currently standing…

Debt relief, concessional finance can help countries meet their development goals

Debt relief, concessional finance can help countries meet their development goals   8 July 2025 – For years, blended finance —utilizing public development funds to attract private investment in developing countries —has been touted as a powerful means to bridge the financing gap for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However, with this gap currently standing…

Sports Betting Is Taking Over Young Men’s Time—And Money

Key Takeaways Sports betting has exploded in popularity since it was legalized in 2018—especially among young men, who studies say are spending increasing amounts of time and money gambling. Several academic studies suggest a range of negative financial consequences from the introduction of online sports betting, including increased bankruptcies, lowered credit scores, and increased debt…