Mon, December 16, 2024

by: The Daily Mirror

HNB and CFA Society Sri Lanka renew partnership to foster financial sector growth in 2024

HNB has reaffirmed its strong commitment to enhancing the nation's financial sector by renewing its partnership with the CFA Society Sri Lanka (CFA SSL). ..

by: Forbes

SoftBank's $100 Billion Promise To Trump Is More Than Its Entire Market Cap

The Japanese tech conglomerate has assets, like a majority stake in British chip company Arm, but hasn't detailed how it will pony up.

by: The New Zealand Herald

Watch live: Govt books in worse shape than expected, ministers face Question Time grilling

Willis said she would consider whether the worse-than-expected economic outlook would "warrant any further action" by her in the future. As previously signalled, she is looking at requiring charities that are really businesses to pay more tax.

by: Bloomberg L.P.

December Global Regulatory Brief: Digital finance

As technology continues to reshape financial services, regulators and policy setters are embarking on a range of digital-finance initiatives to manage risks and set appropriate standards.

by: Yahoo Finance

Mitek Reports Fiscal 2024 Fourth Quarter and Full Year Financial Results and Provides Guidance for Fiscal 2025

(NASDAQ: MITK, "Mitek" or the "Company"), a global leader in digital identity verification, mobile capture and fraud management, today reported financial results for its fourth quarter ended September 30,

by: Finance & Commerce

Endeavor buys property in Vadnais Heights

A warehouse property in Vadnais Heights has been sold for $10.5 million and the buyer is a prominent Edina developer, according to a certificate of real estate value released last week.

by: The Verge

Arm CEO Rene Haas on the AI chip race, Intel, and what Trump means for tech

Rene is a fascinating character in the tech industry. He's worked at two of the most important chip companies in the world: first Nvidia, and now Arm. That means he's had a front-row seat to how the industry has changed in the shift from desktop to mobile and how AI is now changing everything all over again.

by: inc42

Zomato's Business Finance Head Hemal Jain Quits

Zomato's global head of finance Hemal Jain is stepping down from the company after a six-year long stint to "explore other opportunities".

by: The Hill

Canada's finance minister resigns as unpopular Trudeau faces biggest test of his political career

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced the biggest test of his political career after Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, long his most powerful and loyal minister, announced

by: Rolling Out

A specialist's challenge balancing career and finances

Discover the financial decisions behind balancing career growth, family needs, and long-term finance planning with a $210,000 household income.

by: bnnbloomberg

Justin Trudeau's cabinet bleeds star power on day of key economic update

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government is reeling as he loses top cabinet ministers, including Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland who was set to release a key economic update on Monday.

by: Kiplinger

What's Behind Ford Stock's New Sell Rating?

Jefferies downgraded Ford on concerns over earnings headwinds and "challenging decisions ahead." Here's what investors need to know.

by: The Jerusalem Post Blogs

A conversation with Brock Pierce: Cryptocurrency pioneer, philanthropist, and friend of Israel

Whether it be attending the March of the Living, meeting Holocaust survivors, or defending Israel, Brock Pierce has shown time and again his commitment to his friends in the Jewish community.

by: Seeking Alpha

Lesaka Technologies: Recent News Bolsters The Bull Case

Lesaka Technologies has inched higher in recent months, which is not surprising given several promising developments. Explore more details here.

by: business-live

North East deals of the week: key contracts, acquisitions and investments

Companies featuring in this week's round-up include Wingrove Motor Company, Wordnerds, Lycetts, Crystal & Son, BeamXR, H2CHP and JDR Cables

by: Pensions&Investments

TCW's Katie Koch says firm entering private real estate debt market

The firm, which oversees more than $200 billion, will provide privately arranged debt to borrowers for core real estate and value-add credit, Chief Executive Officer Katie Koch said in an interview. Los Angeles-based TCW is also in the process of hiring a team to help run the new real estate business, she said.

by: Daily Express

Rachel Reeves tanked UK economy - and it's set to get even worse in December

I hate to be the repeated bearer of bad news but with Rachel Reeves running the economy it's the only news around these days.

by: Yahoo Finance

Work trends like AI are forcing Asian professionals to adapt, and fast: 'The pace of change is speeding up'

Over 80% of Indian professionals report feeling overwhelmed by how quickly their jobs are changing, according to LinkedIn.

by: Global Finance

Making AI Pay Off in Global Banking

Hussein Al-Abdulla, a member of the Executive Management team at Commercial Bank is EGM, Marketing & Alternative Investments. Having started in retail banking at HSBC in Qatar Hussein covers several areas for Commercial Bank and is a specialist in retail banking, marketing, strategic planning, digital transformation and asset management.

by: Tuko

Raimond Molenje Takes Helm as Kenya Bankers Association CEO, Effective December 2024

Raimond Molenje has been appointed CEO of the Kenya Bankers Association, effective December 1, 2024, bringing over 19 years of leadership and legal expertise.

by: Business Line

Share Market Highlights: Sensex dips 384 points, Nifty settles below 24,700; India VIX up 7%

by: MoneyWeek

What a delay in the government's pension review could mean for your money?

The Treasury is rumoured to have abandoned the next stage of its retirement market review that would have considered how to boost auto-enrolment pension contributions

by: The New York Times

Are Tariffs Inevitable?

World leaders and C.E.O.s are struggling to convince President-elect Donald Trump to shift his position on imposing new levies against America's trade partners and its rivals.

by: Express & Star

Start Up Loans programme has positive impact on small business survival

Smaller businesses backed by the government's Start Up Loans programme have higher survival rates than other businesses, finds an independent evaluation, conducted by SQW working in partnership with Professor Mark Hart,

by: Khaleej Times

Mining Grid: Shaping the future of the mining landscape and trends for 2025

From its regulatory foresight to its sustainability-focused initiatives, the nation's strategies ensure its leadership in the rapidly evolving digital economy

by: Channel NewsAsia Singapore

Income could still find other buyers but investors may be cautious, say analysts after Allianz withdraws offer

German insurer Allianz on Monday (Dec 16) announced that it has withdrawn its offer to acquire a majority stake in Income Insurance.

by: fox6now

Personal finance expert breaks down the No. 1 rule on the road to becoming a millionaire

"The Ramsey Show's" Rachel Cruze explains why getting ahead on retirement savings, making the most of your company's 401(k) plan and not delaying Roth IRAs can lead to millionaire status.

by: WTOP News

2024 was big for bitcoin. States could see a crypto policy blitz in 2025 in spite of the risks

The new year will usher in the bitcoin-friendly administration of President-elect Donald Trump and an expanding lobbying effort in statehouses that,

by: fintechmagazine

Payabl. Executives Outline Payments Challenges for 2025

Payabl. executives highlight 2025 payments trends: digital wallets, embedded finance, AI innovation, PSD3 challenges and industry diversity

by: The Hans India

Mortgage finance AUM in India projected to grow 16-17 pc in FY25 and FY26

The assets under management (AUM) of mortgage finance loans in the country is expected to grow at a healthy 16-17 per cent this fiscal and the next (FY25 and FY26), a report said on Monday.

by: ceps.eu

EU Payment Observatory - Annual Report 2024

In 2023, the share of enterprises experiencing problems because of late payments in the EU experienced its highest increase in the past five years. Average payment periods seem to have deteriorated, a

by: AOL

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Home Depot vs. Lowe's

Home Depot (NYSE: HD) and Lowe's (NYSE: LOW) are the two largest home improvement retailers in America. Both of their stocks slumped in 2022 and 2023 as inflation curbed consumer discretionary spending and rising interest rates chilled the housing market,

by: cnbctv18

Unclaimed and outstanding LIC claims surge 83% in 5 years: FinMin

Unclaimed and outstanding deposits refer to amounts that remain unpaid due to various reasons, such as the policyholder or nominee not claiming them, lack of proper communication, or unawareness of the claim process.

by: Commercial Observer

The Big Chair: CBRE's James Millon Breaks Down Debt and Structured Finance in 2024

The former head of CBRE's large loan team has spent the last year guiding the firm's entire U.S. capital markets strategy

by: The Financial Express

Budget 2025: RAI wants all MSME benefits extended to retailers; seeks low-cost finance scheme

Currently, retail and wholesale traders, who were included under the MSME definition in July 2021 and were allowed to register on the Udyam portal, are eligible for access to credit only under priority sector lending norms.

by: Yahoo

Who could run for Tennessee governor in the 2026 GOP primary? The early possibilities

With Gov. Bill Lee facing term limits, the 2026 Republican primary could be wide open. Some candidates could announce campaigns as early as spring.

by: Reuters

Canada expected to announce missed deficit targets as spending creeps up

Canada is expected to announce on Monday it blew past its deficit target for last year, when Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland presents her mid-term budget, and economists said estimates for this year could also be higher as spending increases.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

Meet the people setting your interest rates

Treasurer Jim Chalmers' overhaul of the Reserve Bank board is complete, with six people appointed to help run the bank and set interest rates.

by: MSN

Widener University names new vice president for Administration and Finance

Widener University announces that Heather L. Meier, a Philadelphia-area financial professional and licensed certified public accountant with more than

by: The Financial Times

Global mental health crisis hits workplaces

The report adds to a growing volume of research on the impact of a global mental health crisis on companies and the workplace. According to the World Health Organization and the International Labour Organization, about 12bn working days are lost every year to depression and anxiety, costing the global economy $1tn annually.

by: Business Today

SEBI has adequate internal mechanisms for addressing issues relating to conflict of interest: MoS Finance

Unclaimed and outstanding maturity claims with LIC rises to Rs 880.93 crore in FY24 from Rs 480.78 crore in FY20.

by: Winnipeg Free Press

Ottawa to unveil economic update detailing deficit, new border security package

The Liberal government in Ottawa is set to unveil its fall economic update today, its first spending package since Donald Trump won the November presidential election. Ottawa is

by: Daily Monitor

BoU, Ministry of Finance lock horns over audit on money heist

BoU has so far been unsuccessful in getting back the funds wired in Tokyo, and likely won't, according to people familiar with the matter

by: moneycontrol.com

Credit cards and your financial future: How they impact your credit score and loans

Credit cards are a double-edged sword when it comes to your financial health. While they provide convenience, rewards, and a credit history, they can also significantly impact your credit score and loan eligibility. Understanding the connection between your credit card usage and your financial profile is essential for making informed decisions.

by: Cyprus Mail

Elevate your career with PwC's Academy Business Professionals Certificate (BPC): Your key to business excellence!

In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, having a solid foundation in accounting and finance is more critical than ever. Whether you're a high school graduate, a university graduate, a career changer,

by: Reuters

Bitcoin buyer MicroStrategy jumps on Nasdaq 100 entry

MicroStrategy shares rose nearly 7.4% in Frankfurt trading on Monday as the software company and bitcoin buyer was set to join the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 index that could further fuel the steep rise in its stock price.

by: India Today

Parliament Session Live: Congress walks out of Lok Sabha over removal of 1971 war painting Army chief's office

The Rajya Sabha is set to convene today for a two-day discussion marking 75 years since the adoption of the Constitution. While the focus of the debate is expected to be on the significance and evolution of the Constitution since its adoption on November 26,

by: Business Standard

Sebi's new proposal: DigiLocker to become key in asset transfer after death

In case of a user's death, DigiLocker will update the account status based on death registration data from the Registrar General of India (RGI), or information from the KRA system.

Making AI Pay Off in Global Banking

Hussein Al-Abdulla, a member of the Executive Management team at Commercial Bank is EGM, Marketing & Alternative Investments. Having started in retail banking at HSBC in Qatar Hussein covers several areas for Commercial Bank and is a specialist in retail banking, marketing, strategic planning, digital transformation and asset management.

The article from Global Finance Magazine discusses how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the banking sector globally. It highlights that AI is being utilized to enhance customer experience, improve operational efficiency, and drive innovation in financial services. Key points include the use of AI in fraud detection, personalized banking services, and risk management. Banks are investing heavily in AI technologies to analyze vast amounts of data for better decision-making, automate routine tasks, and provide insights that were previously unattainable. The article also touches on the challenges banks face, such as data privacy concerns, the need for substantial investment, and the requirement for a cultural shift within organizations to fully leverage AI's potential. Interviews with banking executives reveal a consensus that while AI offers significant benefits, its successful implementation requires strategic planning, ethical considerations, and a focus on enhancing human capabilities rather than replacing them.

Read the Full Global Finance Article at:
https://gfmag.com/executive-interviews/making-ai-pay-off-in-global-banking/