• 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.

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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

  • Sun, December 1, 2024

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Silver is the new gold for asset investment platform Goldie

New Zealand gold investment platform Goldie is expanding into new materials and assets as it builds on a strong first year in business. Launched in November last year, the platform allows investors to purchase fractions of shares of physical assets.

by: Bill Williamson

UN climate summit in Baku leaves the developing world with crumbs

Unusually for a UN climate summit, COP29 was mainly about climate finance, and yet the finance mandarins were missing

by: Bill Williamson

GDP Growth 2024: Six Largest Sectors of the Nigerian Economy

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has released its latest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) report and provided insight on the sectors performing.

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Former Carlisle United frontman announces retirement

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JPMorgan Rejects Transition-Finance Trend Gripping Wall Street

Rather than design a transition-finance framework, JPMorgan has built what it calls a Center for Carbon Transition. The goal, according to Wall Street's largest bank, is to provide clients with "the insights and firm-wide expertise needed to navigate the challenges of transitioning to a low-carbon future."

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Govt plans to curb operating expenditures amid economic challenges

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Scott Bessent Appointment Makes This 11% Yield A 'Screaming Buy'

Hedge fund veteran and Wall Street-approved suit Scott Bessent is likely the new Treasury secretary. That's why this 11% dividend is a big winner.

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New blow for embattled Keir Starmer as business confidence crashes to new low

Rachel Reeves' Budget has been blamed for threatening to choke off economic growth and investment by business leaders.

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Indonesia to form a state revenue ministry, president's advisor says

Indonesia plans to form a state revenue ministry to improve revenue collection, Hashim Djojohadikusumo, brother and a close advisor of President Prabowo Subianto, said on Sunday, according to a report by news portal Detik.

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QFC and Casablanca Finance City partner to boost financial sectors in Qatar and Morocco

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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.

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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.

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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.

by: Bill Williamson

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.

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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.

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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,

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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.

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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

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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.

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,

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

UK business confidence lowest since COVID pandemic, IoD says

Britain's Institute of Directors said on Sunday that optimism among its members had fallen to the lowest since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, following tax rises in finance minister Rachel Reeves' first budget on Oct.
The UK's business confidence has plummeted to its lowest level since the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a survey by the Institute of Directors (IoD) released on December 1, 2024. The IoD's economic confidence index dropped to -34 in November from -25 in October, reflecting heightened concerns among business leaders about the economic outlook. This decline is attributed to ongoing economic challenges, including high inflation, rising interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainties. The survey also highlighted a significant drop in optimism regarding the domestic economy, with only 27% of directors expecting an improvement in the next 12 months, down from 35% the previous month. Additionally, the report noted a decrease in business activity, with fewer firms planning to invest or expand, signaling a cautious approach to future growth amidst the prevailing economic conditions.

Read the Full Reuters Article at:
https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-business-confidence-lowest-since-covid-pandemic-iod-says-2024-12-01/

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