Fri, January 24, 2025

by: Reuters

Heard in Davos: What we learned from the WEF in 2025

World leaders and business executives left the Swiss mountain resort of Davos after a week of discussions dominated from a distance by Donald Trump's return as U.S. President.

by: Fortune

CEOs: Implementing AI without understanding this one thing could cost you

Amid Silicon Valley hype, looking at AI through the lens of neuroscience offers a valuable reality check.

by: MoneyWeek

Home insurance and storm damage: how the 55mph storm damage definition could affect your

If Storm Éowyn damaged your home, then this 55mph could mean you may not be able to make a claim on your home insurance

by: Reuters

British growth plans get positive response in Davos, minister says

British industry and energy minister Sarah Jones said that meetings in Davos this week with CEOs considering where to make their next investment had been positive as the government took its growth mantra to the Swiss mountains.

by: Bill Williamson

**Why a Hyatt Timeshare Might Be the Worst Investment You Ever Make**

by: MarketWatch

'U.S. businesses are starting 2025 in an upbeat mood,' S&P finds, as Trump takes reins over the economy

The first look at Donald Trump's economy shows the U.S. still growing at brisk pace, with business leaders expecting even better times in the year ahead.

by: CoinTelegraph

Davos 2025: GBBC partners with AI 2030 initiatives, introduces 2025 Ambassador Cohort, and more

Returning for its 8th year, Global Blockchain Business Council (GBBC), the world's largest leading non-profit association for blockchain and digital assets, convened thought leaders from across blockchain,

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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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

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: 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: 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: 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

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,
Thu, January 23, 2025

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

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

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: 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: 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

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: 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: 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,

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: 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: 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

Supported by the Luxembourg Government, the LHoFT and the ADB Announce the 2nd Edition of Catapult | SE Asia 2025

The Luxembourg House of Financial Technology (LHoFT) announces the second edition of Catapult: Inclusion Southeast Asia, an acceleration program dedicated to advancing financial inclusion across the ASEAN region.

by: MSN

Stevens Point Common Council clears path for Business 51 reconstruction to begin in 2026

The long planned and debated reconstruction of Business 51 will likely begin next spring but some early preparation work could be seen this year.

by: Reuters

Exclusive: The Trump connection - Why some bought World Liberty Financial tokens

On Sunday, just before Donald Trump's inauguration, crypto investor Mike Dudas bought more than $145,000 worth of tokens from World Liberty Financial, a fledgling crypto company partly owned by the U.

by: Reuters

Britain appoints Alok Sharma to chair Transition Finance Council

The UK government and City of London Corporation have chosen Alok Sharma to chair the Transition Finance Council, as Britain bids to become a global hub for financial products and services that facilitate an economy-wide transition to net zero.

by: Reuters

Boosting gas output while keeping prices low a tough task for Trump

It may take more than a Sharpie pen and White House cheerleading to change natural gas output levels in the United States.

by: MSN

These Are The Cheapest Grocery Stores In America Right Now

The inflation rate has its ups and downs, but one thing seems to always remain constant these days: high grocery prices. The cost of everything from produce to packaged goods to pantry essentials has been increasing for years.

by: Goodreturns

Budget 2025 Expectations: What's In Store For Taxpayers Under The New Tax Regime?

While the current regime offers concessional tax rates and restricts the ability to claim the majority of exemptions and deductions, the previous system gave taxpayers the opportunity to claim a variety of exemptions and deductions.

by: MSN

L&T Finance Ltd. Records Consol. PAT at Rs. 2,007 Cr for 9 Months Ended Dec. 31, 2024, A Growth of 14 percent Over 9 Months Ended Dec. 31, 2023

L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of the leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India has recorded a consolidated Profit After Tax (PAT) at Rs. 2,007 Crore for the nine months ended December 31,

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.

The article from MSN discusses the expectations from the upcoming Union Budget 2025, set to be presented on February 1, 2025. Industry leaders and experts are anticipating a range of measures aimed at boosting economic growth, enhancing infrastructure, and promoting sustainable development. Key expectations include increased capital expenditure, tax reforms to stimulate consumption, support for manufacturing sectors like electronics and automobiles, and initiatives to foster innovation and startups. There is also a call for policies that address rural distress, improve healthcare and education, and provide incentives for green energy and electric vehicles. The budget is seen as crucial for setting the economic tone for the next fiscal year, with a focus on balancing fiscal discipline with growth-oriented policies.

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https://www.msn.com/en-in/money/economy/budget-2025-industry-expects-host-of-measures-in-feb-1-budget-to-propel-growth-and/ar-AA1xIQmK