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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

Sat, November 30, 2024

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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

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JSW MG surges in sales: Is this the disruption electric car market needs?

In September, JSW MG Motor India, the newly minted joint venture between SAIC Motor, which is present in 100 countries, and Indian conglomerate JSW Group, launched the Windsor, an electric car that introduced battery as a service (BaaS).

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Real estate query: Leasehold vs Freehold Property - What's the difference and which is more beneficial?

A leasehold property is essentially a property that a lessee or tenant agrees to rent from a lessor for a predetermined period, while in freehold property, the owner has absolute and permanent ownership of both the land and the building.

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Ripple poised for New York approval of stablecoin, set to enter regulated US crypto market

The approval by the New York Department of Financial Services means that Ripple will be allowed to legally offer its stablecoin through a so-called limited purpose trust charter.

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Cyprus Business Now: tourism performance, government surplus, SME funding

Tourism revenue in Cyprus reached €454.1 million in September 2024, according to the statistical service's passenger survey. This marks a 6 per cent increase compared to September 2023, when tourism revenue stood at €428.

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Tax Query: Long and short of residential capital gains tax

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Meet 9 influential Africans - Report

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Lombard Odier indicted in Switzerland for money laundering

Swiss prosecutors on Friday indicted private bank Lombard Odier and one of the firm's former employees for "aggravated money laundering", in a rare charge of such magnitude against one of Switzerland's biggest and oldest wealth managers.

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Help! I have a job and side hustle making Sh82,000 per month, yet I live hand-to-mouth

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18 Indian billionaires who built their wealth in Africa

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No TDS on cash withdrawal by foreign representations from Dec 1: Income Tax department

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Meet Top 10 Companies Revolutionizing the Market and Transforming Their Sectors

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Jack Ma returns to Alibaba campus, as China moves to boost business confidence

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Turnarounds uncertain at Macy's, Kohl's, Nordstrom as department stores enter the holiday season

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Nigeria and France sign infrastructure and finance deals

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Dubai unveils major new strategies for innovation, resilience and food security

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India Q2 FY25 GDP Growth Data 2024 updates Live: Economic growth slows to 5.4%

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Adani saga a week on: market cap loss, negative outlook, cancelled deals & a fightback by group

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GDP report: international business powers island's economy

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NBK-Egypt reports $104.8mln in net profit by the end of Q3 2024

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US business community calls for deeper China-US economic ties

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15 up-and-coming AI-powered fintech startups, according to top VCs

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CreditAccess Grameen raises approx Rs 390 crore in co-financing from DEG and Citi

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EPFO's Central Board of Trustees to meet on November 30, several investment related decisions to be taken up

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ERP vs CRM: Understanding the Key Differences

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I put my dreams on hold for a stable career in finance. 6 years in, I gave up my 6-figure salary to move to Hawaii and start over.

Adam Knorr started working in finance after college but always knew it wasn't for him. After quitting right before a promotion, he moved to Hawaii.

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Zenith Bank Expands Global Footprints With Paris Branch Launch

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CreditAccess Grameen enters into co-financing arrangement with DEG and Citi

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ESAF Small Finance Bank facing significant asset quality stress, mainly in Tamil Nadu and Kerala

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Lombard Odier indicted in Switzerland over money laundering

The Swiss Attorney General's Office (OAG) said on Friday it had indicted private bank Lombard Odier and one of its former employees over aggravated money laundering.

Lombard Odier indicted in Switzerland for money laundering

Swiss prosecutors on Friday indicted private bank Lombard Odier and one of the firm's former employees for "aggravated money laundering", in a rare charge of such magnitude against one of Switzerland's biggest and oldest wealth managers.

Lombard Odier, a Swiss private bank, has been indicted by Swiss authorities for failing to adequately monitor accounts linked to a notorious Russian money laundering network. The bank is accused of not properly checking the origins of funds deposited by clients connected to the "Magnitsky case," a major scandal involving the embezzlement of $230 million from the Russian treasury. The indictment claims that Lombard Odier did not take sufficient measures to prevent money laundering between 2007 and 2010, despite red flags raised by the activities of these clients. The bank has stated that it takes its anti-money laundering responsibilities seriously and will defend itself against the charges. This case highlights ongoing scrutiny of Swiss banks' compliance with international anti-money laundering standards.

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https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/lombard-odier-indicted-switzerland-over-money-laundering-2024-11-29/


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