Tue, January 28, 2025

by: Oneindia

Digital Economy Focus: How Will Budget 2025 Shape India's Tech and Startup Ecosystem?

India's startup ecosystem, brimming with innovation, faces both incredible growth and formidable challenges. While over 140,000 ventures thrive across sectors like robotics, healthcare, and clean energy,

by: Forbes

Revolutionizing Business With AI And Automation: Key To Future Success

Businesses will maintain an edge in the digital market if they see AI and automation as opportunities for improvement rather than dangers to established practices.

by: AgWeb

How To Budget For Your Farm's Transition

Until your needs for the next chapter of transition or retirement are put on paper, there is likely fear about the unknown. Thankfully, it's easy to navigate with these steps.

by: MoneyWeek

What the government's defined benefit pension scheme raid means for you

The government wants to let companies use extra final salary scheme funds to boost the economy but there are risks involved. What does it mean for you if you have a defined benefit pension?

by: Forbes

The Importance Of Emotional Intelligence In Leadership

EQ-oriented leaders focus on supporting their team and approach leading with selflessness and humility, prioritizing the success of others over personal recognition.

by: AOL

Is Hims & Hers Health Stock a Buy?

For its most recently reported quarter (Q3 of 2024), Hims & Hers generated $401.6 million in revenue. That resulted in a free cash flow of $79.4 million, representing year-over-year revenue growth of 77% and free cash flow growth of 311.4%.

by: Indiatimes

Budget 2025 Expectations Live Updates: FM Sitharaman to bring income tax cheer for salaried taxpayers? GDP growth, record capex in focus

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman's Union Budget 2025 speech on February 1, 2025 is being looked at to provi

by: AOL

1 Hard Truth Investors in eVTOL Stocks Joby and Archer Aviation Can't Ignore

EVTOL operators like Joby and Archer believe their primary advantage over traditional ride-sharing options like Uber and Lyft is speed. For example, these air taxis can replace car trips in traffic that might take 60-90 minutes with a 10-20 minute flight.

by: rnz

Christopher Luxon hints National will campaign on asset sales in the 2026 election

The prime minister has ruled out selling off state houses, but said he is open to having a wider conversation with voters, while Labour says it's a "typical right-wing government playbook" move.

by: Kiplinger

How Much Fun Is Too Much Fun When You're in the Office?

Having a work-should-be-fun atmosphere sounds great — until someone gets smacked in the head by a basketball. What should companies consider about workplace safety?

by: cnbctv18

What is a private credit transaction? Know types and eligibility criteria

Private credit transactions can involve a variety of debt instruments and are generally considered riskier than traditional loans due to their more tailored and less regulated nature. Although they frequently provide lenders with higher returns,

by: Reuters

Exclusive: HSBC to wind down M&A and ECM capabilities in Europe, UK & Americas, memo shows

HSBC is preparing to wind down its M&A and equity capital markets businesses in Europe, the UK and the Americas as part of a major shake-up of its investment banking operations, a memo showed on Tuesday.

by: cnbctv18

Budget 2025 expectations LIVE updates: Bank of Baroda Economist expects focus on deficit, capex & MSMEs

With the Union Budget around the corner, the travel and hospitality sectors are eager to see if their longstanding demands will finally be addressed, paving the way for sustained growth and development.

by: Firstpost

Reconciling growth and sustainability: What Union Budget 2025 must deliver

Thus, it is important to bring issues of sustainability to the centre along with a push for higher growth. As we see, the good thing is that such a balancing act is definitely possible. What is needed is a bit of imagination and a bit of determination. Let us wait and see if the budget delivers on that front.

by: Reuters

European banks may find it tough to repeat strong end-of-year performance

European banks are expected to report a sharp rise in profits for the final three months of last year, helped by still-robust margins from lending and bumper investment banking revenues.

by: MSN

Market slump may offer buying opportunities in quality stocks: Deven Choksey

Some of the auto ancillary companies which are though you may not want to call them as a completely largecap, but in the high range of midcaps they are relatively a better placed.

by: MSN

IIFL Finance shares plunged 9% today; here's why

IIFL Finance shares fell 8.72 per cent to hit a low of Rs 325.95 on BSE. The stock is down 21 per cent in 2025 so far and 45 per cent in the past one year.
Mon, January 27, 2025

by: Forbes

Biden's Policy Lead On Crypto Responds To Trump's New Executive Order

One of the former key White House Advisors under former President Biden shared some reactions to Trump's new executive order on digital assets released last Thursday.

by: legit

Billionaire financier Bessent confirmed as Trump's treasury chief

Billionaire hedge fund manager Scott Bessent won Senate approval Monday to become US Treasury secretary, placing him at the forefront of implementing Donald Trump's economic agenda -- which is already triggering global jitters.

by: Investopedia

7 Unexpected Ways AI Can Transform Your Investment Strategy

Artificial intelligence is transforming investment management, but it's crucial that investors understand both its capabilities and limitations. Here's what you should know.

by: Investopedia

Level Up Your Investing Strategy: 7 Smart Ways To Transform Your Approach

Portfolio diversification is just the beginning. Once you're ready for more advanced investing strategy, consider these important approaches, techniques, and tools to take your investments to the next level.

by: AOL

What happens to your investment account after you die?

Your investment account's transfer process after death depends on how you've set it up - from quick transfers with proper beneficiaries to lengthy cort processes with probate.

by: bnnbloomberg

MicroStrategy Buys More Bitcoin While Adding Capital Raising Tools

MicroStrategy Inc. bought Bitcoin for a 12th consecutive week and unveiled details for the sale of perpetual preferred stock to help finance additional purchases of the cryptocurrency.

by: Tuko

DeepSeek: China's New Open Source AI Sends Shockwaves Across US Stock Market

Chinese-made DeepSeek has sent shockwaves across the US stock market with a significant price drop among tech firms such as Nvidia, Microsoft, and Meta.

by: Oneindia

Sitharaman's Budget Day Sarees: A Look At Finance Minister's Choice Of Sarees Through The Years

Nirmala Sitharaman's Budget Day sarees have become a symbol of India's cultural pride, with each choice reflecting the country's diverse handloom heritage.

by: cnbctv18

RBI governor urges banks' chiefs to address rising digital frauds

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra stressed the importance of robust systems to combat fraud, advising banks to strengthen measures for protecting against such risks.

by: Forbes

Cultivating The Next Generation Of Financial Services Professionals With Financial Literacy Education

The looming talent shortage in financial services presents a serious challenge but also offers an opportunity to rethink how we prepare youth for their futures.

by: Businessworld

BEPS Pillar 2: What now in ASEAN and what's next for the Philippines

Digitalization in the 21st century brought with it several challenges to the rules for taxing international business income, which gave rise to base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS), in which multinational entities (MNEs) shift profits to locations with minimal or no tax to pay a reduced amount of taxes globally.

by: AgWeb

It's Tax Time: Your Guide To Calculate Farm Income This Year

Gross income is an average of 2020 to 2022 items on your income tax return. However, we must wait on USDA for regulations to determine what they consider to be farm income. Either way, gross revenue is much easier for the farmer to be a "farmer" than AGI.

by: Couriermail

Business Council of Australia demands fix to education standards, Yr 12 retention

A leading business lobby has raised alarm bells that Australia will be lacking in workers in critical industries unless we boost our lagging education standards.

by: Newsweek

Donald Trump's Proposal To 'Clean Out' Gaza Opposed by Arab Nations

Egypt and Jordan have rejected the president's proposal to remove Palestinian refugees from Gaza and send them to neighboring countries.

by: Tuko

Safaricom Announces Several Jobs for Kenyans, How to Apply

The leading telecommunications firm Safaricom PLC sought to recruit qualified individuals in the fields of communication, cybersecurity, and finance.

by: Kiplinger

The Four Key Pillars of Wealth Management of the Future

The role of the family office is evolving with the Great Wealth Transfer and tech advancements, among other issues. This is how financial professionals can manage the shifts.

by: AOL

TKer: The stock market has been on a headwind-defying run. Will it continue?

Higher interest rates, fewer Fed rate cuts, a strengthening dollar, and elevated valuation ratios are all things that many market pundits will cite as reasons to be cautious on the stock market.

by: inc42

Captain Fresh's IPO Playbook: Tapping Global B2B Opportunity, Acquisition Plans & B2C Ambitions

Captain Fresh aims to list on the bourses in India by the end of 2025 , Utham Gowda CEO of the B2B seafood startup told us.

by: Mint

IDFC First Bank Q3 results 2025 out. Should you buy IDFC First Bank shares?

IDFC First Bank reported a net profit of ₹339 crore, down 53 per cent YoY, while net interest income grew 14 per cent YoY, and the asset quality is stable.

by: cnbctv18

Q3 Results Live Updates: Adani Wilmar profit doubles YoY; Bajaj Housing shares slide ahead of results

As many as 12 important companies, including Coal India, Tata Steel, Bajaj Housing Finance, Indian Oil Corporation, Federal Bank, Adani Total Gas, Adani Wilmar, Canara Bank, Emami, ACC, Railtel Corporation of India,

by: Reuters

Auditors get tougher guidelines on judging firms' environmental claims

International auditors have been given new guidance on what to check when assessing firms' environmental, social and governance claims - and how - as part of efforts to increase rigour and consistency,

by: Reuters

Italy's Mediobanca, Monte dei Paschi extend losses after MPS surprise bid on merchant bank

Shares in Italy's Mediobanca and Monte dei Paschi (MPS) fell at market open on Monday, extending Friday's losses, after the state-backed lender launched a surprise 13.3-billion-euro ($13.93 billion) bid on the merchant bank.

by: coloradopolitics

CO PO Calendar | Jan. 27-Feb. 2

CoPo's weekly political calendar will help you find political and public-policy events throughout Colorado. It includes candidate and issue campaign events, public policy meetings, court hearings, sta

by: MSN

Dalio, Fink, Lagarde and more: Top CEOs and policymakers reveal what's next for markets

Not everyone is bullish looking ahead, however, with some — such as JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon — suggesting markets could be overpriced. Here's what top business leaders, lawmakers and investors told CNBC.

by: Indiatimes

Jio Financial Services Share Price Live Updates: Jio Financial Services Trading Below Key Support Level

Welcome to the Jio Financial Services Stock Liveblog, your go-to platform for real-time updates and analysis on a top-performing stock. Stay ahead of the market with our in-depth coverage of Jio Financial Services,

by: Couriermail

'Policy failure in one picture': Fish and chip shop selling grey market cigarettes, NDIS services

A viral photo snapped inside a local fish and chip shop has perfectly encapsulated the "failure" of Australian policy in one image.

by: MSN

Tariff threat raises concerns for Minnesota business of Colombian coffee

Yair "Leo" Carvajalino is a third-generation coffee farmer from Colombia who now lives in Minnesota. Norte Café provides 100% Colombian coffee.
Sun, January 26, 2025

by: Mint

Budget 2025 Expectations Live Updates: Companies seek tax reforms, lower GST rates and capex allocation from FM

Corporate India is seeking tax reforms, lower GST rates and anticipating various capex allocation announcements from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her 8th Budget speech.

by: Reuters

Bank of Singapore makes six new appointments in Dubai

Bank of Singapore, one of Asia's biggest private banks, said on Monday that it has made six new appointments in Dubai to enhance its advisory and product solutions in the region.

by: MSN

Stocks To Buy Today, Brokerages Recommendation: DLF, Shriram Finance, JSW Steel, IndiGo, Laurus Labs and more

Shares of several companies including DLF, Shriram Finance, JSW Steel, IndiGo, and Laurus Labs, among others, will be in the news today on January 27, 2025 (Monday).

by: MSN

Wisteria Journal Doodle | Ideas to Fill Your Sketchbook

Scribble your way to a beautiful illustration of wisteria hanging over a garden gate. This is giving me all the secret garden vibes and I just love it! All you need is a pencil, pen and a few brush pens or markers!

How to Build a Strong Brand Identity for Your Early-Stage Startup

Branding might not be your first priority, but neglecting it can hurt your startup. A strong brand identity early on sets the stage for marketing success.

The article from MSN Money outlines key strategies for building a strong brand identity for early-stage startups. It emphasizes the importance of defining a clear brand vision and mission, which should reflect the company's values and purpose. The article suggests creating a unique value proposition that differentiates the startup from competitors, and stresses the need for consistent visual and verbal branding elements like logos, color schemes, and tone of voice. It also discusses the role of storytelling in connecting with customers, making the brand memorable and relatable. Additionally, the piece advises on engaging with the audience through various platforms to build community and loyalty, and the importance of evolving the brand as the company grows while maintaining core identity elements. Finally, it highlights the necessity of measuring brand performance through metrics like brand awareness, customer satisfaction, and loyalty to ensure the brand strategy aligns with business goals.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/startup/how-to-build-a-strong-brand-identity-for-your-early-stage-startup/ar-AA1xXst6