Thu, January 23, 2025

by: Reuters

Japan cautious on economy as Trump's policies take centre stage

Japan's government on Thursday maintained a cautious outlook for the economy in part as policymakers kept a wary eye on U.S. President Donald Trump's policies and their potential impact on global growth.

by: MSN

PepsiCo's SWOT analysis: stock faces challenges, but analysts remain bullish

PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP), a global leader in the food and beverage industry with a market capitalization of $206.5 billion, finds itself navigating a complex market landscape as it enters 2025. The company,
Fri, January 24, 2025

by: Tuko

Tanzania Unveils New Banknotes to Be Circulated from February 2025

Tanzania has introduced new banknotes, which will begin circulating in February 2025. The updated currencies based on the 2010 series feature minor modifications.

by: Politico

Your best guesses on 2025

— Which party leaders will still have their jobs at the end of 2025? More than 90 percent see Poilievre and Bloc Leader YVES-FRANÇOIS BLANCHET keeping their gigs. Seventy percent say Trudeau's successor will stay on, and slightly fewer say ELIZABETH MAY and MAXIME BERNIER will still be leaders.

by: Indiatimes

Budget 2025 Expectations Live Updates: Will FM Nirmala Sitharaman lower income tax rates to boost consumption, GDP growth?

Will Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman present a Budget that will boost consumption, bring GDP growth back o

by: tbsnews

5th investment Sukuk coming, expats can participate with foreign currency

The central bank issued a press release in this regard on Thursday (23 January), stating that it plans to issue the Social Impact Sovereign Sukuk, BGIS-5, worth Tk3,000 crore for the project titled "Construction of Important Bridges on Rural Roads Phase 2 (CIBRR-2)".

by: Bizcommunity

Trends for South African SMEs in 2025: Unlocking a new era for growth and innovation

In South Africa, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) comprise 91% of formalised businesses, provide approximately 60% of employment and contribute as much as 34% to the

by: CNET

Work for Yourself? Here's How a Business Credit Card Could Help

Business credit cards can help you earn rewards and manage your finances, but only if you use them responsibly.

by: Fortune

Founders: Answer these 2 questions before you say 'yes' to an investor for your startup

Startup columnist Andy Dunn on when startups should bootstrap and how to vet a VC.

by: cnbctv18

Davos 2025 | RBI liquidity line to NBFCs will boost confidence, says Sanjiv Bajaj

Sanjiv Bajaj, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Bajaj Finserv said that while liquidity is not a concern for large banks, NBFCs play a critical role in providing credit to tier-two and tier-three cities and underserved segments of society.

by: Indiatimes

10 most valuable brands in the world in 2025; find out India's leading brand

In 2025, Brand Finance ranked the world's most valuable brands, highlighting companies like Apple, Microsoft, Google, and Amazon for their innovation

by: cnbctv18

Union Budget 2025 Highlights: Grant Thornton Bharat outlines key expectations for Indian aviation space

Highlights: Ashish Chhawchharia from Grant Thornton Bharat highlighted that the Indian aviation industry is focusing on sustainability and connectivity. He expects budget support for initiatives like the UDAN scheme,

by: Forbes

Navigating IRA And 401(k) Rollovers: Key Considerations For Retirement Savers

An IRA or 401 (k) rollover is one of those bumps in the road. A number of events can arise that make a rollover necessary, from job termination to plan dissolution to retirement. In each case, factors should be considered to ensure momentum is retained and costly penalties are avoided.

by: Reuters

AmEx profit jumps on strong holiday season spending

American Express reported a 12% jump in fourth-quarter profit on Friday, as more consumers swiped cards during the holiday season for travel and online shopping.

by: Reuters

US business activity at nine-month low in January; hiring accelerates

U.S. business activity slowed to a ninth-month low in January amid rising price pressures, but firms reported boosting hiring, supporting the Federal Reserve's cautious approach to cutting interest rates this year.

by: Reuters

Costco shareholders reject call for review of diversity programs

Costco Wholesale shareholders voted strongly against a proposal requesting a report on the risks of maintaining its diversity and inclusion initiatives, the U.S. company said on Thursday, sending a message running counter to the intense scrutiny many such corporate policies face.

by: MSN

LSI Industries Inc. (NASDAQ:LYTS) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript January 23, 2025 LSI Industries Inc. misses on earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $0.18 EPS, expectations were $0.2. Operator: Greetings, and welcome to LSI Industries Fiscal 2025 Second Quarter Results Conference Call.

by: MSN

Up About 62% in a Year, Can Intuitive Surgical Stock Keep Soaring?

Shares of robotic surgery pioneer Intuitive Surgical (NASDAQ: ISRG) have been soaring lately. A preliminary look at sales results from the fourth quarter of 2024 suggests its business is on the right track.

by: MSN

IEDA chief seeks to revamp incentives as Iowa's tax climate shifts, job growth lags

Iowa Economic Development Authority head Debi Durham believes a better-aligned, smaller set of tax credits can do more than those the state now offers

by: MSN

SL Green Realty Corp. (NYSE:SLG) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript January 23, 2025 Operator: Thank you, everybody, for joining us and welcome to the SL Green Realty Corp's Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Results Conference Call. This conference call is being recorded.

by: MSN

CFPB Director Rohit Chopra on future of agency: The work of the bureau is extremely popular

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra joins 'Squawk Box' to discuss why he continues to be employed at the CFPB, scrutinizing the business practices of big banks, the future of CFPB,

by: MSN

Live Oak Bancshares, Inc. (NYSE:LOB) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript January 23, 2025 Operator: Good morning ladies and gentlemen and welcome to the Q4 2024 Live Oak Bancshares Earnings Call. At this time, all lines are in a listen-only mode.

by: MSN

France pushes for 'massive' pause in EU red tape amid US pressure

France is pushing to cut red tape at European Union level, calling for a "massive pause" in new EU regulations, a delay in rules requiring companies to report on their environmental footprint, and changes to even freshly passed laws.

by: MSN

What do CEOs and business leaders think of the Dallas city manager hire?

Dallas business leaders have expressed widespread optimism about the appointment of City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert, the first Black woman to serve in the role. After Tolbert

by: MSN

Amex customers have been spending big on first-class and business-class seats

American Express Co. saw an acceleration in spending growth by its card members during the fourth quarter, as travel and entertainment were particularly hot categories. Amex's fourth-quarter spending growth of 8% compares with 6% in the prior quarter.

by: MSN

Why Is Prem Watsa Bullish On General Motors Company (GM) Now?

We recently compiled a list of the Billionaire Prem Watsa's Top 15 Long-Term Stock Picks. In this article, we are going to take a look at where General Motors Company (NYSE:GM) stands against Prem Watsa's other long-term stock picks.

by: MSN

4 Ways Warren Buffett Has Forever Changed the Way Investors Think

Warren Buffett has long been a venerated icon in the finance space. The Oracle of Omaha, as he's fondly known (the nickname is a nod to his practically uncanny ability to accurately predict the

by: MSN

'We have a very focused business plan going forward,' says Polestar CEO

Michael Lohscheller, CEO of Polestar, discusses the firm's business strategy and the differences between Polestar and Tesla.

by: MSN

5 Top Trending Coins And The Best Crypto ICO Presale You Might Be Missing Out On!

The cryptocurrency market is buzzing with excitement as innovation continues to push the boundaries of what's possible. From the explosive growth of decentralized finance (DeFi) and the immersive experiences of the metaverse to the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and the burgeoning field of Web3,

by: MSN

China 2024 fiscal revenue growth shrinks, non-tax income jumps

China's fiscal revenue in 2024 grew 1.3% from a year earlier, slowing sharply from a 6.4% rise in 2023, finance ministry data showed on Friday, as a protracted property market slump and slowing domestic demand weighs on the economy.

by: MSN

CEO Spotlight: Orhan Ural on Steering a Prime Brokerage Firm

Orhan Ural is the CEO of FTD Limited, an authorized and licensed multi-asset brokerage firm established in 2017.

by: MSN

UK faces 'stagflation' warning amid rising costs and faltering growth

UK faces 'stagflation' warning amid rising costs and faltering growth - A survey of businesses found slight growth in the private sector, but companies are still concerned about the prospect of job cuts and inflation.

by: MSN

The Smartest Cheap Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

Finding genuinely cheap stocks in a pricey stock market can be tough. Some stocks may look cheap based on standard valuation metrics, but they're anything but once you factor in their growth prospects.

by: MSN

A Delicate Balance: India's Economy in a Period of Caution Amid Rising Pressures - DUN & BRADSTREET

Dun & Bradstreet, a global leader in business decisioning data and analytics, has released its Economy Observer report for January 2025. Economy Observer is a monthly report sharing in-depth analysis of key macroeconomic developments in India and provides forecasts for key economic indicators,

by: MSN

Trump's deportation plans could raise the price of your retirement

President Donald Trump's mass deportation plans could make it harder for older Americans to access healthcare and increase some of their costs.

by: MSN

Trump could do incredible damage to Mexico and Canada with a single signature

Trump has threatened to impose 25% tariffs on all goods from Canada and Mexico on February 1 in response to what he views as inadequate border security failing to stop drugs and migrants from coming into the United States.

by: MSN

UK is effectively slowing down investment and bringing energy industry to a standstill, says Enquest CEO

Amjad Bseisu, CEO of Enquest, discusses the contrasting energy industries in the U.S. and the U.K. and expanding the firm's business to Asia.

by: MSN

Supreme Court allows small business registration rule to take effect, aimed at money laundering

The Supreme Court on Thursday revived a requirement that owners of millions of small businesses register with an arm of the Treasury Department charged with fighting money laundering and other financial crimes.

by: MSN

Wigan Borough Business Awards 2025: celebrating excellence in our business community

Following the incredible success of last year's inaugural event, the Wigan Borough Business Awards are officially back for 2025.

by: MSN

Crafting Credibility: How LinkedIn Company Pages Boost Your Solo Business

Having a LinkedIn Company Page offers numerous advantages for solopreneurs, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and self-employed consultants, and here's why.

by: MSN

A CEO did business on the ski slope instead of the meeting room. These are our biggest takeaways from a week at Davos.

BI's takeaways and memorable moments from Davos, including 'FOBO' — fear of being obsolete — and how a CEO traded the meeting room for the ski slope.

by: MSN

Northern Arc Enables DCB Bank's Digital Lending Journey Through Its Proprietary Platform nPOS

Northern Arc Capital, a leading diversified NBFC and financial services platform, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with DCB Bank Ltd., a prominent new generation scheduled commercial bank to leverage Northern Arc's cutting-edge nPOS platform to enhance and scale DCB Bank's digital lending capabilities further cementing a more than a decade old relationship between

by: MSN

Budget 2025: A CFO's playbook for operational excellence and long-term growth

CFOs must align financial operations with Budget 2025-26 policies, focusing on cost optimisation, tax incentives, and digital transformation. Emphasising sustainability, regulatory compliance, and capital allocation is vital.

by: MSN

Budget 2025: Industry expects host of measures in Feb 1 Budget to propel growth and...

The Union Budget for 2025-26 arrives amidst global economic uncertainties and moderating domestic growth. Against this backdrop, economists shared their expectations that could shape the government's policy in the upcoming budget.

by: MSN

Business leaders can no longer ignore the 'north-south' climate divide, top UN official warns

The head of U.N. Global Compact spoke about the growing "chasm" between the global north and south over climate finance and adaptation.

by: MSN

Kenyan mother curses daughter for failing to give her money "Anaomba pesa kila saa"

A Kenyan woman is contemplating cutting ties with her family who neglected her at her time of need after her mother cursed her for not sending money.

by: MSN

Barclays Europe CEO: No single entity can fund AI infrastructure and energy needs

In this episode of The Big Question, Barclays Europe CEO, Francesco Ceccato, joins Euronews' business editor, Angela Barnes, at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The bank boss shares his views on financing the AI boom and the "fragmented" capital markets in Europe.

by: MSN

4 Banking Services You Won't Be Able To Use in Less Than a Decade

As technology advances and society evolves, banking services are changing, too. From the decreased use of cash and checks to changing banking account password requirements, the industry is

Japan cautious on economy as Trump's policies take centre stage

Japan's government on Thursday maintained a cautious outlook for the economy in part as policymakers kept a wary eye on U.S. President Donald Trump's policies and their potential impact on global growth.

The article from Reuters discusses Japan's cautious economic outlook as the country approaches the 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo, with Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's policies taking center stage. Despite a recent economic contraction, Kishida has pledged to continue with his "new capitalism" initiative, focusing on wealth redistribution and economic growth. The government is set to unveil a new economic package in October, aiming to address inflation and support wage increases. However, there are concerns about the sustainability of Japan's economic recovery, with potential policy shifts if the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) loses power in upcoming elections. The article also touches on the political landscape, noting that Kishida's leadership might be at risk due to public dissatisfaction with his handling of various issues, including the economy and political scandals.

Read the Full Reuters Article at:
https://www.reuters.com/world/japan/japan-cautious-economy-trumps-policies-take-centre-stage-2025-01-23/