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by: Reuters

Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac shares surge after federal agencies reveal privatization path

Shares of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac , the mortgage giants under U.S. government control since 2008, surged to multi-year highs on Friday after federal agencies revealed a framework for their "orderly" release from conservatorship.

by: cnbctv18

Mahindra Finance Q3 disbursements rise 7%, business assets climb 18%

Cumulatively, for the nine months ended December 31, 2024, disbursements reached ₹42,350 crore, marking a 4% YoY increase. Shares of Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Limited ended at ₹276.45, up by ₹0.

by: Reuters

India's Kotak Mahindra Bank's Milind Nagnur steps down as COO, CTO

Kotak Mahindra Bank's Milind Nagnur resigned from his positions as chief operating officer and chief technology officer, effective Feb. 15, due to personal reasons, the Indian private lender said on Friday.

by: Forbes

Redefining Value And Innovation In A New Era Of Relationship Capital

The delicate relationships between procurement teams, marketing teams and third-party advertising agencies should be set up properly to deliver top organizational value.

by: voguebusiness

Cut From AnOther Cloth: Dhruva Chandramouli and Jenny Chim

Jenny Chim is a multi-faceted and experienced tailoring consultant of Chinese descent. Dhruva Chandramouli is a British Indian tailoring adviser. They both work at JP Hackett on 14 Savile Row.

by: AOL

These 5 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks Make Up 28.8% of the Entire S&P 500 Index

The S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) is home to 500 companies from 11 different sectors of the economy, making it the most diversified of the major U.S. stock market indexes. The S&P 500 delivered a return of 25% during 2024,

by: AOL

Are airline credit cards worth it? Yes, but there's one big catch.

We'll show you how to unlock the hidden potential of airline credit cards while avoiding common pitfalls that can drain your wallet.

by: Mint

Davin Sons Retail IPO Day 2: Subscription status, GMP, price band and other details about SME issue

The Davin Sons Retail IPO opened on January 2 and closes on January 6. The company plans to raise over 8 crore via the issue and use the funds for capital expenditure and working capital.

by: MSN

Best Reverse Mortgage Companies of 2025

by: Forbes

10 Must-Read Tech Books Of 2024

The past year was a transformative one in technology. Many tech books published in 2024 offer key insights in the latest innovations. Here are 10 to add to your list.

by: MSN

Charles Schwab Bank Review

Charles Schwab Bank offers unlimited ATM fee reimbursements worldwide, and there are no penalties for using your debit card abroad. Start saving today.

by: cnbctv18

GST in Transition: A look back at 2024 and what's ahead in 2025

With new regulations and potential adjustments on the horizon, 2025 promises to be another year of growth, reform, and modernization in India's GST journey, writes Nangia & Co LLP's Rakesh Nangia and Sivakumar Ramjee.
Thu, January 2, 2025

by: Indiatimes

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex drops 100 points, Nifty tests 24,200; DMart soars 10%, Hero Moto sheds 3%

Stock Market LIVE Updates | Indian markets rose on Thursday, marking the second consecutive day of gains in the new year. The Nifty index saw a significant 2% increase, its biggest gain since late November.

by: Indiatimes

Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates: GIFT Nifty signals a negative start; Asian shares trade higher

Stock Market LIVE Updates | Indian markets rose on Thursday, marking the second consecutive day of gains in the new year. The Nifty index saw a significant 2% increase, its biggest gain since late November.

by: Reuters

India's NBFC body urges government to create liquidity facility for priority sector lending

An industry body for India's non-banking finance companies (NBFCs) has asked the government to create a refinance or liquidity facility to boost lending to priority sectors such as agriculture, medium and small enterprises,

by: Law

Deal Watch: Latham, Paul Weiss, Debevoise Land on Year-End Big Deals. Plus, Mixed Messages for 2025 M&A

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by: AOL

Turo explainer: The car-rental app used in the Las Vegas, New Orleans attacks

What is Turo, the peer-to-peer car rental app used in the deadly Las Vegas and New Orleans attacks? Yahoo Finance explains.

by: WHKY

New Laws In Effect In North Carolina

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by: AOL

5 tech CFOs predict how AI will shape finance

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by: Fortune

How to become a financial advisor: 4 steps to a life-long career

AI fears are not impacting the need for financial advisors, a career that can easily earn over $100k.

by: Reuters

SoFi shares fall after KBW downgrade on valuation concerns

Personal finance app SoFi Technologies' shares fell as much as 7% on Thursday, after analysts at KBW downgraded the stock to "underperform" on concerns over its lofty valuation and ambitious financial targets.

by: Upstream

Oil majors revamp refineries as renewable fuels demand expected to recover in 2025

by: Tuko

List of 7 Multi-Billion Business Deals President Ruto Inked in 2024

William Ruto's administration reached multi-billion shilling agreements in the year ending December 2024, including the construction of Nairobi-Mombasa Expressway

by: Forbes

Alternative Investments: Expanding Your Portfolio Beyond Traditional Assets

Options exist for investors expanding beyond traditional assets. Each must be considered through the lens of risk tolerance, time horizons and overall investing goals.

by: privatebankerinternational

What about AI and private banking in 2025?

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by: KOSU

Agriculture economy enters 2025 with weak forecast

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by: Goodreturns

Good News For Taxpayers! Now, You Can Claim Tax Rebate Under Section 87A; Eligibility, Benefits, How To Claim?

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by: MSN

B2B infra, AI and DPI plans are brewing at 2025-ready fintech

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by: Tuko

Makueni Space Object: Kenya, Other Countries Where Rocket Parts Mistakenly Fell

Kenya Space Agency (KSA) confirmed that the partially burnt metallic object weighing approximately 500 kg and measuring 2.5 meters in diameter was from a rocket.

by: MSN

The danger areas ahead for the global economy in 2025

It also happens to be the 2025 Year Ahead season, as the "bulge bracket" institutions of Wall Street put out their annual forecast tomes as to what they see looming on the horizon for the global economy.

by: cnbctv18

Gift vouchers and cards not liable to GST: All you need to know

Prepaid vouchers, such as gift cards and digital wallets, are recognised by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) as prepaid instruments. These vouchers are treated as 'money' under the GST framework.

by: Forbes

5 Ideas To Make Money Online From Podcasts In 2025

Every day, millions tune into Spotify or Apple Podcasts to listen to their favorite podcasts. Here are five ways to make money online by starting a podcast in 2025.
Wed, January 1, 2025

by: Reuters

South Korea to spur foreign inflows by easing rules on FX trading

South Korea will permit registered foreign financial institutions to engage in foreign exchange trading for current transactions, including export and import settlements, from mid-January, the finance ministry said on Thursday.

by: Cosmopolitan

Leo 2025 Horoscope Predictions: Career, Love, and Finance

What often happens when we start to disconnect from someone is we "fill the gaps" in what would have been dialogue or experience with our own interpretations (which are often wrong). Nip things in the bud.

by: Couriermail

One dead, several injured as Tesla Cybertruck explodes outside Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas

One person is dead and several others have been left injured after a Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas on New Year's Day.

by: omanobserver

New guidelines for govt contracts

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by: Cosmopolitan

Aquarius 2025 Horoscope Predictions: Career, Love, and Finance

What resonates? How do you describe and evaluate true wealth? And what does that mean for your own life? The answers will come from observing others ideas and presentations of it, so get used to spotting this.

by: inforum

An overview of Minnesota's cannabis industry in 2024 and what to expect in 2025

Earlier this month, the Office of Cannabis Management announced it will hold two lotteries in 2025: one for social equity applicants and one for other applicants seeking permits for cannabis businesses.

by: cnbctv18

VFS Capital applies for small finance bank licence

The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday (January 1) disclosed that it has received an application from the Kolkata-based VFS Capital Ltd under the 'on tap' licensing guidelines for small finance banks in the private sector.

by: CNET

If You Made Money via PayPal, Venmo or Cash App in 2024, Get Ready for This IRS Tax Change

Originally set to kick off at the beginning of 2022, the IRS planned to implement a new reporting rule that would require third-party payment apps, like PayPal, Venmo or Cash App to report income of over $600 or more per year to the tax agency. The IRS delayed this new reporting requirement in 2022 and again in 2023.

by: Forbes

Germany's Move To E-Invoicing: What To Expect In 2025 And Beyond

Germany's transition to mandatory e-invoicing begins in 2025. This article delves into both the key features and some lesser-known aspects of the e-invoicing mandate.

by: cryptonews

Experts: AI Agents Will 'Supercharge' Crypto in 2025

The main actors of the coming "crypto supercycle" are AI agents, autonomous programs designed to perform specific tasks.

by: CNET

This Charlotte Tilbury Privacy Class-Action Settlement Closes Tomorrow: Are You Eligible?

The beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury was sued for violating Illinois privacy laws and is paying out nearly $3 million to those affected, but you only have until tomorrow to opt-in.

by: Reuters

Citigroup, BofA join US lenders in exiting Net-Zero Banking Alliance

U.S. banks Citigroup and Bank of America said on Tuesday they are exiting the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), a group of global banks that have pledged to curb greenhouse gas emissions.

by: Forbes

Altcoin Season 2025: A Crypto Bull Run Guide

The growing presence of institutional investors in the Bitcoin market has reshaped its dynamics. But "wen altszn?"

by: MSN

IFC, ADB, DEC get CCI's clearance to acquire stake in Fourth Partner Energy

CCI has approved the acquisition of certain shareholding in Fourth Partner Energy by IFC, ADB, and DEG to support its expansion in renewable energy. Additionally, CCI cleared Mars Inc's $35.9 billion acquisition of Kellanova,

by: MSN

2025 Forecast: What's coming for the Indian economy in 2025 as it seeks more purple patches?

India's economic growth slowed to 5.4 per cent in Q2, but economists see recovery driven by strong festival activity, rural demand, and potential interest rate cuts. The RBI projects real GDP growth at 6.
Tue, December 31, 2024

by: MSN

Bakery owner warns of devastating impact on small businesses if Trump's tax cuts aren't extended

The Dessert Ladies co-owners Geraldine Keogh and Lindsay Smith discuss the business' success under Trump's first presidency and the potential impact of the president-elect's term on the future of small businesses.

Oil majors revamp refineries as renewable fuels demand expected to recover in 2025

European oil majors pushing ahead with plans to expand renewable fuels capacity as government mandates and consumer demand boost biofuels outlook

The article from Upstream Online discusses how major oil companies are adapting their refineries to meet the growing demand for renewable fuels, with expectations of a recovery in demand by 2025. Companies like Shell, BP, and TotalEnergies are investing in biofuels, particularly sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), to align with global decarbonization efforts. These firms are either converting existing refineries or building new facilities to produce biofuels from waste oils, fats, and other sustainable sources. The shift is driven by regulatory pressures, consumer demand for greener products, and the economic potential of the renewable fuels market. The article highlights specific projects like Shell's plan to convert its Wesseling site in Germany into a center for renewable fuels and chemicals, and BP's initiative to produce SAF at its Lingen refinery. This transformation is part of a broader industry trend towards sustainability, aiming to reduce carbon footprints while capitalizing on new market opportunities.

Read the Full Upstream Article at:
https://www.upstreamonline.com/energy-transition/oil-majors-revamp-refineries-as-renewable-fuels-demand-expected-to-recover-in-2025/2-1-1747917