• Sat, November 30, 2024

by: Bill Williamson

Now 50 products to be considered to calculate inflation

by: Bill Williamson

The Ex-Files: Can I make a claim for occupational rent post-separation?

Q: My ex-partner and I lived together for eight years. We were in the family home for that period. For the last four years, my ex-partner and our 10-year-old child have remained living in the family home,

by: Bill Williamson

The big forex headache

IN recent weeks, much has been said by the public, economists, finance professionals and Government officials on the acute foreign exchange problem prevailing in the country. There have also been

by: Bill Williamson

Planting for Food and Jobs had potential but poorly executed - Dr. Duffuor

Former Finance Minister Dr. Kwabena Duffuor has described the government's planting for food and jobs as an initiative with good potential but poorly executed.

by: Bill Williamson

Jensen Huang shares the pick-up line he used in college when he first met his wife

"I had no idea what I was talking about. And then we got married. That's all the advice I'm going to give all the entrepreneurs."

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I'm a successful entrepreneur, and there are 3 reasons I don't believe in the advice to 'live on less than you make'

Entrepreneur Jen Glantz says she wouldn't have been able to get her business off the ground if she'd followed the advice to "live below your means."

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Ireland's centre-right parties close in on re-election, likely to need new partner

Ireland's two large centre-right parties looked set to be returned to power after an election on Friday, but will likely need at least one smaller partner to secure a majority, raising questions over the stability of the next government.

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Entrepreneurs transforming agric through tech

By leveraging agritech, data analytics, and climate-smart farming techniques, they empower smallholder farmers, improve productivity, and create employment opportunities.

by: Bill Williamson

UK business confidence lowest since COVID pandemic, IoD says

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Aries Horoscope for December: Love, health, and wealth predictions

December 2024 presents Aries with initial challenges in health and emotions, followed by improvements in career, relationships, and finances. Patience

by: Bill Williamson

Physical gold bars, paper gold or gold jewellery? Investors share what they invest in

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Why the cost of your daily coffee is set to skyrocket

Adding to pricing pressures is the severe drop in Robusta coffee produced in Vietnam due to Typhoon Yagi and its damage to crop fields. Robusta and Arabica beans tend to be supplementary, meaning a decrease in the supply of one leads to an increase in price of the other.

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Crypto Markets Have Grown, But They Still Haven't Grown Up

Bitcoin and crypto more broadly have seen a resurgence since Trump's election victory became clear, but many investors still aren't convinced the sector is sustainable.

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Crores lost to 'digital arrest' scam: Here's how to avoid falling victim

A 90-year-old Gujarat man lost Rs 1 crore to fraudsters posing as CBI officers. Here's how you can protect yourself

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Liberals, NDP pass bill to enact two-month GST holiday in House of Commons

The Liberals' GST holiday bill is one step closer to becoming law after it was passed by a majority of the House of Commons late Thursday night.

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Weighted average lending rate on fresh rupee loans of SCBs stand at 9.54% in Oct-24 compared 9.37% in Sep-24

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Is Medical Properties Trust Stock a Buy?

With a high forward dividend yield of 7.4%, Medical Properties Trust (NYSE: MPW) is of natural interest to investors seeking an income stream in their portfolios. Its business model, if executed conservatively,

by: Bill Williamson

Why stamp duty on mutual fund registration?

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5 Must-Read Books For The High Achievers On Your Holiday Gift List

The holidays are the perfect time to invest in self-improvement. Elevate your career, finances, and overall happiness with these new books.
  • Sun, December 1, 2024

by: Bill Williamson

OFS Capital: Worsening Non-Accrual Rate And Poor Dividend Coverage (Rating Downgrade)

OFS Capital continues to underperform peers because of its limited portfolio strategy and rising non-accruals. Read why I downgrade OFS from hold to sell.

by: Bill Williamson

International drive for climate change mitigation hots up in PH with IFAD-led training

The international coalition on climate change mitigation for agriculture involving 59 countries has concluded the first phase of its

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Hero Future Energies signs MoU to invest Rs 11,000 cr in Karnataka

The Memorandum of Understanding was formalised during the London Roadshows, Patil, who oversees the large and medium industries and infrastructure portfolio, said in a statement.

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Game Time in Philadelphia: Vote Looms for New 76ers Arena Near Chinatown

The mayor and labor unions say the $1.3 billion basketball arena would be an economic boost. But the city acknowledges that Chinatown could be at risk.

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Should You Forget Nvidia and Buy 2 Other Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks Right Now?

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How Trump's CIA Pick Funneled Congressional Campaign Funds To Himself And His Wife

FEC filings reveal that John Ratcliffe leveraged campaign money to cover a personal expense and direct money to his family after leaving Congress.

by: Bill Williamson

Bajaj Finance exits co-branded credit card space; ends tie-up with DBS, RBL

Bajaj Finance has decided to exit the co-branded credit card space, ending its eight-year-old tie-up with RBL Bank and its two-year partnership with DBS Bank India.

by: Bill Williamson

Use this win-win TFSA strategy before Jan. 1 to maximize earnings and grow contribution headroom

Experts say you can get even more value out of your tax-free savings account through strategic withdrawals in December.

by: Bill Williamson

U.K. farmers furious over changes they say would force many to go under

The countryside came to the capital as thousands of farmers packed into London streets around Britain's Parliament to protest changes to tax rules.

by: Bill Williamson

GOLDSTEIN: Chrystia Freeland ignores the bad vibes in our economy

While Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland insists Canada's economy is performing strongly and the fact Canadians don't appreciate this is causing a "vibecession," the actual numbers from Statistics Canada released Friday tell a different story.

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Why TotalEnergies SE (NYSE:TTE) Is One of the Best ADR Stocks to Invest in?

We recently published a list of 12 Best ADR Stocks To Invest In According to Analysts. In this article, we are going to take a look at where TotalEnergies SE (NYSE:TTE) stands against the other best ADR stocks to invest in.

by: Bill Williamson

HK Finance Chief Expects 50% Jump in Airport Capacity by 2035

Hong Kong International Airport's handling capacity will increase 50% by 2035, Financial Secretary Paul Chan said in his weekly blog.

by: Bill Williamson

Refinancing a personal loan: Key benefits and how it works

Refinancing a personal loan involves replacing your existing loan with a new one offering better terms, such as lower interest rates, reduced EMIs, or extended repayment tenures. It's ideal for consolidating multiple loans,

by: Bill Williamson

3 Mega-Cap Stocks to Buy Before They're Worth $1 Trillion

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GST assessment order served to old address is not valid service of order: Madras HC

Madras High Court held that assessment order served to old address instead of new address is not valid service of order. Accordingly, attachment order passed thereafter is quashed.

by: Bill Williamson

Does tech have gender? Venture capitalist Priyanka Gill says femtech is the future

Priyanka, a venture partner of Kalaari Capital and group co-founder of Glamm Group, defined femtech as the technology that incorporates feminine.femtech, women in tech, female entrepreneurship, gender inclusive technology,

by: Bill Williamson

How I'm setting my daughters up to have $1 million each by the time they turn 30

Brennan Schlagbaum explains how he and his wife are setting their daughters up for financial success through strong values and investment accounts.

by: Bill Williamson

Will develop state by creating wealth, benefiting poor: Andhra CM Naidu

Addressing the local public, the CM promised to transform Rayalaseema into a horticulture hub, adding that special funds would be allocated for Rayadurgam municipality after formulating an action plan

by: Bill Williamson

Where Will Block Be in 5 Years?

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Temasek among cornerstone investors for LeapFrog's latest fund

TEMASEK is among the cornerstone investors for the latest fund from LeapFrog Investments, a private equity firm that focuses on sustainability-related investments in emerging markets. Read more at The Business Times.

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The grim ghost of crypto future

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Two-pot retirement system: keep your hands out of this cookie jar!

A few extra rands to spend over the festive season should not come from your savings pot under the two-pot retirement system.

by: Bill Williamson

What days will the SSDI payment be made for December 2024? These days you will receive disability benefits

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Warning over cybercrime surge in South Africa this holiday season

Cybersecurity experts are warning of a rise of Business Email Compromise schemes as the year draws to a close.

by: Bill Williamson

40 per cent of Ugandans live below the poverty line

Despite various poverty alleviation efforts, challenges such as corruption, inadequate financial literacy, and dependency continue to hinder progress

by: Bill Williamson

The BIBF and Tamkeen launch Sales Graduate Development Programme for Bahraini job seekers

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RevFin eyes financing 2 mn vehicles, Rs 20k cr loan payment in 5 yrs: CEO

Electric vehicle financing digital platform RevFin is aiming to finance 20 lakh vehicles in the next five years, translating to loan disbursements of nearly Rs 20,000 crore, according to the company's founder and CEO Sameer Aggarwal.

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5-Day Working Week For All Bank Employees Likely From December

The long-standing demand for a 5-day work week in India's banking sector is nearing fruition. Currently, bank branches remain closed on second and fourth Saturdays, along with all Sundays. However, under the proposed system,

by: Bill Williamson

Can you exceed your credit card limit? Pros, cons, and tips to manage it

5 Must-Read Books For The High Achievers On Your Holiday Gift List

The holidays are the perfect time to invest in self-improvement. Elevate your career, finances, and overall happiness with these new books.
The article by Caroline Ceniza-Levine on Forbes, titled "5 Must-Read Books For The High Achievers On Your Holiday Gift List," recommends books that cater to individuals striving for success. The list includes "The Psychology of Money" by Morgan Housel, which explores how people think about money and the behaviors that lead to financial success; "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, focusing on the power of small, consistent changes to achieve significant results; "The 4-Hour Workweek" by Timothy Ferriss, offering strategies for escaping the 9-5 grind and living more on one's own terms; "Mindset: The New Psychology of Success" by Carol S. Dweck, which discusses the growth mindset versus the fixed mindset and how it impacts achievement; and "Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance" by Angela Duckworth, emphasizing the importance of passion and perseverance over talent. Each book provides insights and practical advice for personal and professional growth, making them ideal gifts for those looking to enhance their productivity, mindset, and life management skills.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/carolinecenizalevine/2024/11/30/5-must-read-books-for-the-high-achievers-on-your-holiday-gift-list/