• Thu, January 23, 2025

by: businessday

Meet the top 10 tech founders accelerating Nigeria's digital space

Nigerian tech leaders are at the forefront of Africa's digital transformation, revolutionising mobile technology, e-commerce, and

by: Tuko

Kenya's Debt Distress: Govt Warned to Reduce Borrowing, Cut Taxes to Salvage Falling Economy in 2025

President William Ruto's administration faces a high risk of debt distress in 2025, which could further sink Kenya's economy. Institute of Public Finance (IPF) Kenya Macro Fiscal Analytic Snapshot 2025, indicated that Kenya has breached all the International Monetary Fund (IMF) debt sustainability ratios.

by: Forbes

This Week In Credit Card News: Cardholders Stressed With Rising Balances And Delinquencies

A Record Number of Consumers Are Making Minimum Credit Card Payments as Delinquencies Also Rise

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,

by: MSN

Is Cosan S.A. (CSAN) the Worst Performing Energy Stock in 2024?

We recently compiled a list of the 10 Worst Performing Energy Stocks in 2024. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Cosan S.A. (NYSE:CSAN) stands against other worst performing energy stocks in 2024.

by: Reuters

JPMorgan CEO Dimon's 2024 pay rises after record profit

JPMorgan Chase said on Thursday that long-serving CEO Jamie Dimon's 2024 pay package climbed about 8.3% to $39 million after the bank posted a record profit amid a revival in dealmaking and fundraising activities.

by: Forbes

How Companies Can Incorporate AI Into Everyday Tasks

Large organizations need AI that can work across domains, handle tasks end-to-end and make smart decisions on its own.

by: Reuters

Los Angeles artists, collectors reel from wildfires

The city's artists and art collectors are mourning what could amount to billions of dollars in irreplaceable art that went up in flames.

by: Forbes

FinCrime In The Age Of AI

FinCrime stands out as one of the critical issues within the realm of artificial intelligence that demands attention in the years ahead.

by: MSN

Trump's 80% stake in his memecoin is a 'huge red flag' for investors because a rug pull could bolster the president's riches but torpedo his reputation

Trump could multiply his estimated wealth if his family's conglomerate suddenly sells its substantial ownership in the token, finance professor Leonard Kostovetsky says.

by: Forbes

How Trump's First Round Of Executive Orders May Impact Jobs And Housing Costs

With President Donald Trump back in the White House, big economic shifts could be coming for housing and job markets across the country. From tariffs on building materials to deregulation in housing and a renewed push for domestic manufacturing,

by: Reuters

India set to raise farm budget by over 15%, biggest increase in six years

India plans to increase spending for the agriculture sector by about 15% to around $20 billion in next month's budget, two government sources said, marking the biggest increase in six years, as it tries to boost rural incomes and curb inflation.

by: MSN

Fire in Jersey City destroys at least one business and apartments

It appears a couple of businesses, including a restaurant and a real estate company, as well as several apartments may have been affected if not destroyed.

by: MSN

BI Davos Diary: After a whirlwind of parties featuring the rich and powerful, things start to wind down

It's the last full day of the World Economic Forum in Davos, where the rich and powerful are discussing the economy, tech, and business in 2025.

by: Forbes

Why The "Bitcoin President" Is Really More Of An "Ethereum President"

Donald Trump's recent cryptocurrency moves reveal a more substantial alignment with Ethereum's ecosystem than Bitcoin, challenging the "Bitcoin President" label and

by: MSN

Trump's 80% memecoin stake is a 'huge red flag' for investors because a rug pull would rocket the president's net worth but also embarrass him

Trump could multiply his estimated wealth if his family's conglomerate suddenly sells its substantial ownership in the token, finance professor Leonard Kostovetsky says.

by: MSN

Progress Software Corporation (NASDAQ:PRGS) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript January 21, 2025 Progress Software Corporation beats earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $1.33, expectations were $1.21. Operator: Good day, and welcome to the Progress Software Corporation Q4 2024 Earnings Call.

by: MSN

BI Davos Diary: Even a night of parties can't stop the conversations about AI

It's the last full day of the World Economic Forum in Davos, where the rich and powerful are discussing the economy, tech, and business in 2025.

by: MSN

Budget 2025: Industry players expect host of measures to propel growth

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the first full Budget of the Modi 3.0 government, with industry leaders calling for measures such as raising income tax limits, boosting job creation and ease of doing business,

by: MSN

Peoples Bancorp Inc. (NASDAQ:PEBO) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript January 21, 2025 Peoples Bancorp Inc. beats earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $0.82, expectations were $0.75. Operator: Good morning, and welcome to Peoples Bancorp Inc.

by: MSN

Tesla's Brand Value Nosedives As Musk's Politics And Aging Lineup Hit Reputation

After years at the forefront of the electric vehicle revolution, raising its reputation among consumers and boosting its profits in the process, Tesla is now on a downward spiral. The company saw its deliveries drop for the first time in a decade last year,

by: MSN

Trump's 80% stake in his own memecoin is a 'huge red flag' for investors because a rug pull could torpedo the president's reputation

Trump could multiply his estimated wealth if his family's conglomerate suddenly sells its substantial ownership in the token, finance professor Leonard Kostovetsky says.

by: MSN

Essity lags Q4 forecasts as higher costs offset volume and price growth

by: MSN

Jamie Dimon is doubling down on JPMorgan's DEI work as a conservative group targets Wall Street: 'Bring them on'

Jamie Dimon is doubling down on JPMorgan's diversity, equity, and inclusion commitments amid pressure from an activist shareholder. In an interview with CNBC at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland,

by: MSN

Norway wealth fund CEO in Davos: US inflationary pressure a risk to markets

The chief executive of Norway's $1.8 trillion sovereign wealth fund, one of the world's largest investors, said on Thursday that inflationary pressure in the United States was one of the biggest risks to financial markets this year.

by: MSN

Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript January 22, 2025 Johnson & Johnson beats earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $2.04, expectations were $1.99. Operator: Good morning and welcome to Johnson & Johnson's Fourth Quarter 2024 Earnings Conference Call.

by: MSN

Is Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) Among Billionaire Chris Hohn's Top Stock Picks?

We recently published a list of Billionaire Chris Hohn's Top 9 Stock Picks. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOGL) stands against other Billionaire Chris Hohn's top stock picks.

by: MSN

Why Is Andreas Halvorsen Bullish On Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Now?

We recently compiled a list of the Billionaire Andreas Halvorsen's Top 15 Long-Term Stock Picks. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) stands against Andreas Halvorsen's other long-term stock picks.

by: MSN

Is S&P Global (SPGI) Among Billionaire Chris Hohn's Top Stock Picks?

We recently published a list of Billionaire Chris Hohn's Top 9 Stock Picks. In this article, we are going to take a look at where S&P Global Inc. (NYSE:SPGI) stands against other Billionaire Chris Hohn's top stock picks.

by: MSN

Decoding MapmyIndia and Qualcomm's deal, Airtel's complexity and TikTok unbanned

Indian mapping experts MapmyIndia and global chip making giants Qualcomm will be working together to make tech for cars, commercial vehicles and 2-wheelers. I have a feeling you'll be interfacing with the emerging technology solutions ,

by: MSN

Severe UK factory downturn eases marginally in January, CBI says

A sharp downturn in British factories eased only slightly in January and optimism among manufacturers sagged to its lowest level in over two years, an industry survey showed on Thursday. The Confederation of British Industry's monthly order book gauge improved in January to -34 from -40 in December,
  • 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: 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: 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

Why The "Bitcoin President" Is Really More Of An "Ethereum President"

Donald Trump's recent cryptocurrency moves reveal a more substantial alignment with Ethereum's ecosystem than Bitcoin, challenging the "Bitcoin President" label and
The article from Forbes, published on January 23, 2025, discusses the misnomer of labeling El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele as the "Bitcoin President." Despite his country's adoption of Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021, Bukele's policies and actions suggest a stronger alignment with Ethereum. The piece highlights that while Bitcoin was the first cryptocurrency to gain widespread recognition, Ethereum's smart contract capabilities offer more practical applications for government and economic development. Bukele's initiatives, including the development of "Volcano Bonds" and the creation of a national digital securities exchange, are more closely tied to Ethereum's blockchain technology due to its programmability and the potential for decentralized finance (DeFi) applications. This shift indicates a broader trend where countries might look towards Ethereum for its technological advantages in executing complex financial and governmental operations.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/beccabratcher/2025/01/23/why-the-bitcoin-president-is-really-more-of-an-ethereum-president/

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