• Sat, November 30, 2024

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Now 50 products to be considered to calculate inflation

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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,

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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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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,

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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.

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Invest in banking like Warren Buffett: Own a 'castle'

Among Berkshire Hathaway's largest holdings is a financial information-services company. The sector's results speak for themselves.

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Five money habits to put you on the road to financial success in 2025

Another year is nearly over and January is almost here with its weeks of financial stress, unless you have new money habits.

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Trump's tariffs could push up the price of your favorite beer (and tequila)

If President-elect Donald Trump follows through with proposals to impose a 25% tariff on all items from Canada and Mexico, the result would be a stiff penalty on some of America's favorite libations, not to mention the No. 1 beer brand in the nation: Modelo.

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The Most-Searched Credit Cards of 2024

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Top 10 Business Schools in the USA 2024 | Management Universities

Discover the top 10 management colleges in the USA for 2024, featuring institutions like Stanford, Harvard, and Wharton for the best MBA programs.

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Investing With Friends and Family: 4 Dos and 3 Don'ts

If you're like most people, you have a few regrets when it comes to money. 80% of Americans say they have financial regrets in some form or another, according to a survey conducted by Quicken.

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CBDT extends income tax return filing deadline for FY24 to Dec 15

Tax authorities have extended the income tax return filing deadline by another 15 days to December 15 for the financial year 2023-24.

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A boomer moved to Panama so her retirement would be more affordable. Now she's struggling to find a job and her dream is slipping away.

A boomer moved to Panama from California to save money. She said she's struggling to find work and relying on side hustles to pay the bills.

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December horoscope 2024: Know about career, health & relationship for your zodiac sign

December Horoscope 2024: December is a special month overall. It is a month of festivities - Christmas, New Year's Eve, and Winter Solstice makes it meaningful, joyful, and reflective. It is a good month for meditation and manifestation as well. Let's dive deep and see the December 2024 horoscope for all the zodiac signs.

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Universal healthcare - lessons from the past

My husband and I have begun to do our research to determine where we would like to retire. Bermuda is definitely high on the list, but there are several factors that are not ideal for retirees, one

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'Not exactly a political powerhouse': Conservatives left scratching their heads at Trump's labor pick

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Tax Software vs a Tax Professional: Which Should You Choose?

How complex are your taxes? Here's how you can decide whether you can go the easy route or need the help of a pro.

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Vietnam approves $67 billion high-speed railway project between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh city

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India Inc thrilled over FinMin's proposal to hike FDI limit in insurance sector to 100%

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French finance minister says budget can still be improved

French Finance Minister Antoine Armand said on Saturday that the 2025 budget could still be improved, but stopped short of giving ground in a standoff with the far right over new concessions.

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Unlocking Africa's Economic Potential: Sean Michael Brehm On The Role Of Decentralized Edge And Quantum Computing

Africa, rich in natural resources yet hindered by infrastructure challenges, is poised for a technological revolution that could transform its role in the global economy. With the global commodities market set to grow significantly in the coming years,

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TVS Holdings receives RBI approval for acquisition and change in management of Home Credit India Finance

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FM Sitharaman urges regional rural banks to onboard customers to digital services like mobile banking by Dec 2024

  • Sun, December 1, 2024

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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.

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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.

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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

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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,

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

FM Sitharaman urges regional rural banks to onboard customers to digital services like mobile banking by Dec 2024

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has urged Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) to onboard rural customers to digital services such as Internet Banking, Mobile Banking, and UPI.
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has urged Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) to ensure that all their customers are onboarded to digital banking services, including mobile banking, by December 2024. Speaking at the 67th meeting of the Board of Directors of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Sitharaman emphasized the importance of digital transformation in rural banking to enhance financial inclusion. She highlighted the need for RRBs to adopt technology to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and provide better services to rural customers. Additionally, she stressed the importance of capacity building, better governance, and the adoption of technology to ensure that RRBs remain competitive and relevant in the evolving financial landscape.

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