DNB News & Analysis
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Dun & Bradstreet Credit Scores: Costs Range from Free to $199/month
Dun & Bradstreet (DNB) provides several business credit scoring options for small businesses, which are essential when applying for loans or credit. Users first need a D-U-N-S number, which is free to obtain. Dun & Bradstreet offers four pricing plans for its credit insights: Free (basic overview), Basic ($49/month), Plus ($149/month), and Premium ($199/month) with varying levels of access. A PAYDEX® Score above 80 indicates low risk, while their other scores estimate likelihoods for delinquency and bankruptcy. Understanding these scores can help businesses secure financing more effectively.
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Dutch Central Bank Transfers 86 Tons of Gold to UK for Preparedness
The Dutch central bank (DNB) has moved approximately 86 tons of gold from the U.S. and Canada to the U.K., enhancing its crisis preparedness amid geopolitical unrest. This transfer represents just over 25% of DNB's gold reserves located in New York and Ottawa. The gold is now stored with the Bank of England, which is recognized for its internationally tradable gold standards. Currently, gold is trading at $4,429.61 per ounce, reflecting a nearly 25% increase over the past year, making it a significant asset for investors in uncertain times.
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Zerohash (ZHD) Obtains Dutch EMI Licence for Stablecoin Payments
Zerohash Europe has received an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license from De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB). This approval enables the company to enhance its stablecoin payment services across the European Economic Area (EEA). Zerohash is the first firm licensed under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) to secure this EMI license. The new license is expected to bolster Zerohash’s regulatory standing and facilitate digital asset flows for banks and fintechs operating in Europe.
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