• Sun, December 1, 2024

by: Bill Williamson

COP29 shows South-east Asia's energy transition needs private finance; effective policies will catalyse that

WHAT can you do with US$300 billion? For South-east Asian nations trying to fund the construction of solar plants or wind farms, the answer is: not that much. The recent conclusion of the COP29 climate talks tells us that the region cannot wait for developed nations to raise that bar.

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Asean governments face risk of fiscal strain from climate change without policies to attract private capital

WITH the United Nations' climate talks failing to secure the US$1 trillion climate finance target needed for developing countries to cut their emissions and cope with natural disasters, emerging markets in South-east Asia are now under greater pressure to develop the right policy framework to catalyse private capital into climate-focused investments.

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Your money, the economy, taxes might change in 2025: Experts offer predictions

He assigns a 50% probability that the stock market could gain ground in 2025 despite what happens with tariffs, a 25% probability that stocks could surge for other reasons such as artificial-intelligence optimism, a 15% probability of a downside tariff shock and a 10% chance that stocks could fall sharply but mainly for other reasons.

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African Bank has public servants in its sights

African Bank is targeting middle to high-income public servants for home loans and vehicle finance in line with its strategic shift towards lending offerings that go beyond traditional unsecured personal loans.

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Live updates: ASX primed for new record after Wall Street rally rolls on, key retail sales, construction and Chinese data due this morning

The ASX is primed for a 0.2 per cent rise this morning after another record close on Wall Street, but the markets will be watching this morning's releases of key retail and building data. Follow the day's events and insights from our business reporters on the ABC News live markets blog.

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UBS capital requirements should be proportionate, minister says

Capital requirements set for UBS under new banking regulations should be "proportionate", as Switzerland attempts to strike a balance between financial sector competitiveness and protecting taxpayers,

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Stock Radar: Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai Motor, Escorts, Cipla, Home First Finance, Aster DM, DLF, Greaves Cotton in focus on Monday

Stocks like Tata Motors, Eicher Motors, TVS Motor Company, Biocon, Cochin Shipyard, KEC International, RBL Bank, Bajaj Finance, GP Petroleums, Lemon Tree Hotels, Bharat Petroleum Corporation, and ONGC will also be in focus on December 2.

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Arror, Kimarwer dams back in Adani-type deal

The listing of the dams under PPP projects signals that Kenya is losing interest in funding the multi-billion shilling projects using loans amid concerns about the commercial viability of the dams.

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Women face higher NCD risks

It also reveals that 18.3 percent of women also get too little physical activity, compared to 11.3 percent of men. The report states that this is causing health problems, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and complications during pregnancy.

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How a cousin's disability inspired a drive for inclusive housing

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After losing her job, a boomer is 'walking a tightrope' between retiring early and searching for work

Andrea, 64, was laid of from her corporate job. If she takes Social Security too early, she's worried about draining her savings.

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The hidden side of business school rankings

Rankings have become a powerful tool for both schools and students, growing in number and influence. However, this has sparked a performance-driven competition that sometimes compromises teaching quality and ethics.

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Diversifying exports: Non-RMG sectors face 11 challenges

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Whitcomb: Carson and Rest of Us Actors; Hospitals Into Housing; Witch Doctor; Canadian Fish Story

How the Jews Conquered Christmas (ask Philip Roth) Share Watch on

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How China will strike back at Trump

Over the past year China has rejected claims it is exporting batteries and solar products at artificially low prices. Cuts to rebates are the first time officials seem to have taken action to lessen the force of such accusations,

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Stock market's record run sets stage for December gains, pros say

The market's record year may have more room to run, with sentiment buoyed by recent outperformance and historical trends.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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,

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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.

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.
The article from Citizen.co.za discusses the introduction of South Africa's two-pot retirement system, set to begin on September 1, 2024. This new system allows retirement fund members to access a portion of their savings before retirement, aiming to provide financial relief in emergencies without completely depleting their retirement funds. Under this system, one-third of contributions will go into a "savings pot" which can be accessed once per tax year, while two-thirds will be allocated to a "retirement pot" that remains locked until retirement. The article emphasizes the importance of not treating this savings pot as an easily accessible "cookie jar," warning against the temptation to withdraw funds for non-emergencies which could jeopardize long-term financial security. It highlights the need for financial discipline, suggesting that while the system offers flexibility, individuals should consider the long-term implications of accessing these funds prematurely.

Read the Full The Citizen Article at:
https://www.citizen.co.za/business/personal-finance/two-pot-retirement-system-keep-hands-out-of-cookie-jar/