Thu, January 16, 2025

by: Kiplinger

Seven Tips to Land Your First Client as a Financial Adviser or Entrepreneur

Whether someone is a financial adviser, planner or financial business owner, being new to the industry comes with its own set of challenges — especially when it comes to finding that first client. While you may have the right credentials and the passion for helping others with their money,

by: Forbes

Investing In Women: A Strategic Imperative For Diverse And Profitable Venture Capital

Diversity in venture capital (VC) has emerged as a pressing issue, with the industry facing a stark underrepresentation of women and other diverse demographics among both investors and entrepreneurs. This lack of representation is not merely a matter of equity; it significantly impacts innovation and overall performance within the sector.

by: Kiplinger

Asset Protection for Affluent Retirees in 2025

Putting together a team of advisers to assist with insurance, taxes and other financial issues can help with security, growth and peace of mind.

by: Forbes

Made In America: 5 Strategies To Respond To Potential Tariffs

The easiest path—to continue with current offshore manufacturing and importing as is—will also be the costliest. President-elect Donald Trump made tariffs a cornerstone of his campaign. He has since doubled down, promising a 25% tariff on goods from Canada and Mexico, and a 10% raise (perhaps above the previously pledged 60%) on imports from China.

by: Reuters

Bank of America profit rises on investment banking boost

Bank of America reported higher profit on Thursday as its investment bankers capitalized on resurgence in dealmaking in the fourth quarter.

by: Reuters

M&T Bank fourth-quarter profit jumps 41% on higher fee income

M&T Bank on Thursday reported a 41% rise in fourth-quarter profit, as it earned more in fees from institutional services and the wealth management business after markets soared on interest rate cuts and U.

by: Kiplinger

A Strategic Way to Address the Tax-Deferred Disconnect

What you don't know could cost you a small fortune. Here's how to make the most of a tax-deferred retirement account and possibly save your heirs a bunch on taxes.

by: timesnownews

UPI Goes Global: NIPL and Magnati Bring QR-Based Payments to UAE Merchants

NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) has partnered with UAE-based Magnati to expand UPI-based QR merchant payments in the Middle East. This collaboration aims to enhance payment options for over 12 million Indian travelers annually,

by: MSN

Team SA ready to showcase nation's potential at WEF in Davos

South African government and business leaders prepare to present a unified message at the World Economic Forum in Davos, highlighting economic progress and successful public-private partnerships. Finance Minister Godongwana leads delegation with optimistic outlook despite recent challenges.

by: MSN

US Firm Behind Adani Scandal Investigation Announces Closure

A US-based financial research firm, Hindenburg Research, which exposed questionable business practices within the Adani Group has announced its closure. In a surprising turn of events, Nathan (Nate) Anderson,

by: Reuters

Bank CEOs expect Trump bump to business as profits surge

Wall Street CEOs voiced confidence on Wednesday that the incoming U.S. administration would be business-friendly and good for banks as they reported a profits surge after dealmaking and trading picked up.

by: MSN

THIS man married an actress who made her debut with Shah Rukh Khan and has net worth Rs 110 crore, she is...

This LA-based finance analyst got married to a popular Bollywood actress. She made her debut with Shah Rukh Khan. Can you guess who the couple is?

by: MSN

Why is Apple replacing Goldman Sachs as its credit card partner?

Apple's ongoing search for a new credit card partner has drawn significant attention in financial circles, not just for its implications for the tech giant, but also for what it reveals about shifting priorities within Wall Street.

by: TechRadar

Identifying the evolving security threats to AI models

The new threats facing AI models and users. As the use of AI expands, so does the complexity of the threats it faces. Some of the most pressing threats involve trust in digital co

by: NDTV

The Difference Between Interim Budget And Full Budget

Lok Sabha elections, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced an interim budget in February to manage the government's immediate financial needs.

by: Forbes

Five Web3 Trends To Watch In 2025: AI, DePINs, RWAs And Beyond

The Web3 ecosystem could be positioned for unprecedented growth in 2025, but success will require strategic planning, bold execution and relentless user focus.

by: sinchew

HKPC "ForeSight 2025" Explores Economic Future and Champions Sustainable Development in Hong Kong

Experts explore new economic opportunities presented by New Productive Forces, with a focus on comprehensive support for businesses HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 16 January 2025 - As 2025 unfolds,

by: cnbctv18

Budget 2025 Expectations LIVE Updates: Key expectations ahead of Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's February 1 presentation

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Budget for the financial year 2025-26 on February 1. On the day of NDA 3.0's Budget announcement, BSE and NSE will also remain open for trading to ensure live trading coincides with the Budget announcement.

by: Reuters

Indian central bank's daily liquidity infusion to aid money markets, traders say

Reserve Bank of India's plan to infuse liquidity into the banking system daily via variable rate repo (VRR) auctions will lead to a drop in overnight interbank and money market rates, as well as near-end overnight index swaps,
Wed, January 15, 2025

by: YourTango

People Who Master These 10 Challenges Almost Always End Up In Jobs They Love

Success factors in your next career phase are determined by your commitment to focus on communicating, networking, lifelong learning, and flexibility. Reimagine your career paths to be broader than just one field or role. Rather than being fixed and predictable from present circumstances and experience, be open to possibilities.

by: Forbes

The Future Of Finance: 2025 Is Calling

Get ready for a year of bold innovation, green initiatives and game-changing customer solutions that will redefine how we bank, invest and grow wealth.

by: Investopedia

Wondering if a College Degree Pays Off? See How It Affects Lifetime Income

Getting a college degree can increase your chances of having a higher lifetime income. Learn how a college degree can help you reach your financial goals.

by: Newsroom

Taxing charities' business income would have 'devastating' impact on communities

According to IRD, in order to successfully register with Charities Services a company's purpose must be fully charitable, defined as relieving poverty, advancing education or religion, or anything else that benefits the community. None of the charity's income can be used or made available to any of its members, trustees or associates.

by: Forbes

Strategic Networking For CFOs In Transition

Networking will lead to opportunities more quickly when a CFO launches a thorough and targeted networking campaign, identifying a company's size and ownership structure.

by: NDTV

Union Budget 2025: Expectations Of Indian Startups From FM Nirmala Sitharaman

Here is what the Indian startup community anticipates from the upcoming budget, set to be presented by FM Nirmala Sitharaman.

by: Kiplinger

Citigroup Stock Jumps on Earnings, $20 Billion Stock Buyback News

Citigroup stock is soaring Wednesday after the big bank topped earnings expectations and unveiled a massive stock buyback program. Here's why that's important.

by: Stockhouse

MineHub's 2024 Annual Update and Strategic Outlook for 2025

Vancouver, British Columbia-- (Newsfile Corp. - January 15, 2025) - MineHub Technologies Inc. (TSXV: MHUB) (OTCQB: MHUBF) (" MineHub " or the " Company "), a leading provider of digital supply chain solutions for the commodity markets, is pleased to provide its annual corporate update to shareholders.

by: Euronews

Kazakhstan's digital economy: Fintech growth, cashless payments, and cybercrime prevention

West Connect, we loot at Kazakhstan's fintech growth, its shift toward cashless payments, and efforts to combat cybercrime through international collaboration.

by: bnnbloomberg

Trudeau and the premiers meet to discuss a response to Trump's threatened tariffs

Canada's premiers are set to meet with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and members of his cabinet today to talk about U.S. president-elect Donald Trump's vow to impose steep tariffs.

by: Forbes

Unleashing Your Financial Superpowers With AI

True entrepreneurial success lies in knowing your numbers and your worth. Here's how to leverage AI to get a better pulse on both so you can stay ahead of the game.

by: AOL

Bitcoin and stocks have been moving in sync: Morning Brief

It's been just over a year since the SEC legalized bitcoin spot ETFs. And in that time one thing has become fairly obvious: "Digital gold" may not be the best description.

by: WSPA

Upstate finance professional breaks down biggest tax changes for 2025

Major changes affecting everyone from small business owners to hobbyists are expected for the 2025 tax season. The IRS is tightening its belt when it comes to

by: ProPublica

Tribal Lenders Say They Can Charge Over 600% Interest. These States Stopped Them.

Online lenders tied to Native American tribes argue that they aren't subject to state lending laws, but they backed away from operating in six states where attorneys have acted forcefully to protect consumers.

by: Reuters

Developer GuocoLand secures green loans totalling $908 million

Real estate group GuocoLand has secured two green loans amounting to a total of S$1.24 billion ($907.8 million) from Singaporean lenders DBS and Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp , it said in a statement on Wednesday.

by: SHINE

Shanghai economy surpasses US$695.6 billion in 2024

Shanghai's economy exceeded 5 trillion yuan (US$695.6 billion) in 2024, mayor of the east China metropolis, Gong Zheng, said Wednesday.

by: Reuters

French central bank recommends cut in popular savings account interest rate

Bank of France Governor Francois Villeroy de Galhau recommended on Wednesday that the government lower the regulated interest rate on popular tax-free savings accounts, offering French banks relief from payouts that exceed those offered by European peers.

by: Reuters

UK banks resist mortgage rate hikes amid money market turmoil

Britain's banks are accepting smaller profit margins and bigger risks on UK mortgage lending as stress in sterling money markets stretches into a second week, industry sources said, with appetite to lend greater than worries about higher funding costs.

by: MSN

Economy May Grow 20% With Female Participation, World Bank Says

Cherie Blair, the human rights lawyer and wife of former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair, will issue a rallying cry for women to have a louder voice in politics after female representation barely advanced in last year's international elections and as female public figures globally faced increased threats of violence.

by: MSN

Sluggish domestic demand leads to job market decline

Lackluster domestic demand is adversely affecting the labor market, where manufacturing, construction and other labor-intensive sectors offered fewer job opportunities and new jobs were created at a slower pace last year.

by: timesnownews

ITR Filing Deadline: Check Last Date To File Late ITR, Penalties And Other Details

Taxpayers have until January 15, 2025, to file late or revised Income Tax Returns (ITR) for FY 2023-24, per CBDT's extension. Missing this deadline can result in legal notices and additional penalties.

by: MSN

Exclusive: Brooks Macdonald makes senior layoffs

Brooks Macdonald has laid off a number of senior staff, including the firm's global head of distribution, in a bid to save costs, City AM can reveal. The redundancies from the asset manager were described by one former employee as "pretty brutal",
Tue, January 14, 2025

by: Emirates247

MoHESR and DEWA join forces to align the scholarship programme with national priorities

Abdulrahman Al AwarThis agreement marks a significant step in preparing Emirati youth for global labour market shiftsOur partnership with DEWA will strengthen our national talent pool, enhance the UAE

by: MSN

Bill Ackman Backs Former Hedge Funder Whitney Tilson For NYC Mayor: 'Can Help Save Us'

Former hedge fund manager Whitney Tilson is running for mayor of New York City and he picked up an endorsement from Bill Ackman, one of the most recognized voices in the world of finance. What Happened: Tilson,

by: Reuters

Climate Investment Funds secures $500 million debut bond for clean energy transition

The multilateral Climate Investment Funds (CIF) has issued a $500 million debut bond as part of a plan to diversify its funding sources and attract private sector investors to finance low carbon technologies in emerging markets,

by: Kiplinger

How Another Trump Presidency Will Impact the Stock Market in 2025

President Trump will have little direct impact on the stock market, but his policies, initiatives and posts certainly can make prices move. Here's how.

by: Reuters

Biopharma industry eyes 2025 bounceback, grapples with uncertainty over Trump return

The biopharmaceutical industry is aiming for a 2025 reversal of last year's slump in investor returns but remains wary over what President-elect Donald Trump's priorities might be on hot button issues such as drug pricing reforms and vaccines.

by: MSN

Cancer, Daily Horoscope Today, January 14, 2025: Good health mark the day

January 14, 2025, is a day of motivation and progress for Cancer natives. Harmony in domestic life, flourishing romantic relationships, academic and professional success, favorable financial gains, and good health mark the day.

by: MSN

Americans lost out on $420B in bank loans because of the Federal Reserve, new research says

In the years after the Great Recession, banks chose to keep some $420 billion in their reserves rather than loan it out to American people and businesses. While many tend to blame the banks themselves for that decision,

Calavo Growers' Q4 Earnings Miss Estimates, Sales Jump 20% Y/Y

Calavo Growers, Inc. CVGW reported fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 results, with the top line surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate but the bottom line falling short of the same. Both metrics increased year over year.

Calavo Growers, Inc. reported its fiscal fourth-quarter earnings, which fell short of Wall Street's expectations. Despite the earnings miss, the company experienced a significant year-over-year sales increase of 20%, reaching $254.5 million, which was above the consensus estimate of $242.5 million. The growth was primarily driven by a 30% surge in avocado sales, although this was somewhat offset by a 15% decline in the prepared segment. The company's adjusted net income was $0.03 per share, missing the consensus estimate of $0.18 per share. Calavo also faced challenges from lower avocado margins due to increased fruit costs and a less favorable sales mix. Looking forward, the company anticipates avocado prices to remain high due to reduced supply from Mexico, but expects better margins in the prepared segment as it focuses on operational improvements and cost management.

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