Elena Vasquez

Capital Markets Editor

Senior financial editor and former hedge fund portfolio manager with expertise in capital markets, institutional investing, and wealth management. Led editorial teams at popular news outlets for over 12 years. Recognized for strategic analysis of market trends, M&A activity, and the evolution of asset management. Bridges the gap between Wall Street expertise and accessible financial journalism.

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Medibank Raises Premiums 5% in 2026: How Mental‑Health Partnership Shifts the Game

Medibank’s 5 % premium hike, backed by the government and a new partnership with Emyria, shows insurers balancing cost rises with mental‑health value‑add services to keep customers loyal and protect margins.

Elena Vasquez

17/02/2026, 19:57

3 minutes to read

CaixaBank Accelerates Growth with AI, Microcredit & Community‑Focused Initiatives

CaixaBank’s new micro‑credit focus, AI upgrades and social partnerships drive Spain‑wide growth and investor confidence while staying ahead of regulators.

Elena Vasquez

17/02/2026, 19:27

4 minutes to read

Japan’s Dai‑ichi Life Raises Full‑Year Outlook, Boosted by Better Underwriting & Digital Expansion

Japan’s top insurer Dai‑ichi Life raises its 2025 outlook, citing stronger underwriting spreads, a public‑holding structure and digital‑channel growth to beat peers in a tight, regulated market.

Elena Vasquez

17/02/2026, 16:49

3 minutes to read

Resona Holdings Faces Market‑Driven Dip as Tokyo Stocks Decline in 2026

Tokyo Stock Exchange dips; Resona Holdings’ shares fall with the market amid weak Japan data, highlighting sector risks and a need for digital and green‑finance moves.

Elena Vasquez

17/02/2026, 15:39

4 minutes to read

Chubb Ltd: Value‑Oriented Global Insurer with Low‑Volatility and Digital Edge

Chubb Ltd. (NYSE: CHU) offers a low‑volatility, diversified insurance platform with a solid P/E of 13, robust capital buffers, and tech‑driven claims solutions—an attractive, value‑oriented bet for long‑term, risk‑aware investors.

Elena Vasquez

17/02/2026, 07:32

3 minutes to read

How Lloyds Banking Group’s New Prospectus Strengthens Its Dividend‑Rich, Digital‑Focused Future

Explore Lloyds Banking Group’s latest prospectus and statutory accounts—discover solid capital, fee‑income growth, and digital strategy that make it a stable, dividend‑paying investment for the post‑pandemic era.

Elena Vasquez

17/02/2026, 03:34

3 minutes to read

SMFG Launches $500M Digital Inclusion Bond, Pioneering ESG‑Aligned Debt for Impact Investing

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group’s $500 M “digital‑inclusion” bond—Japan’s first ESG‑focused debt—boosts impact investing, meets global sustainability standards, and offers investors a new, low‑correlation avenue for social‑value returns.

Elena Vasquez

16/02/2026, 11:18

4 minutes to read

Commerzbank Boosts Shareholder Value with Record Dividend, Buy‑Back & 2.5% Bond Issue

Commerzbank’s record dividend, share‑buyback, and 2.5 % mortgage‑backed bond signal growth, digital payment expansion, and a strong outlook amid UniCredit takeover chatter.

Elena Vasquez

16/02/2026, 07:26

5 minutes to read

Commerzbank Beats Forecast, Boosts Dividend & Launches Share Buyback—What It Means for Investors

Commerzbank’s record earnings and bold dividend‑buyback boost capital returns, strengthen independence, and tap mortgage‑securitization opportunities for investors.

Elena Vasquez

15/02/2026, 23:14

4 minutes to read

China Everbright Bank Completes Preferred‑Share Redemption, Faces Fines, and Gains SIB Status

China Everbright Bank completes preferred‑share redemption, removes regulatory fines, and gains top‑tier system‑important status, boosting capital discipline and investor confidence.

Elena Vasquez

15/02/2026, 13:23

4 minutes to read

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