Tue, January 28, 2025

by: Emirates247

UAE Ministry of Finance and CIPS partner to launch groundbreaking Diploma in Procurement and Supply

The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Ministry of Finance to launch the CIPS Practitioner Level Diploma in Procurement and Supply 2025,

by: LAist

Insurance and wildfires

by: Variety

Confluential Appoints Shaun Williams as Chief Financial Officer and Gerren Crochet as Executive Vice President (EXCLUSIVE)

Confluential Films has appointed Shaun Williams as chief financial officer and Gerren Crochet as executive vice president.

by: CNBC

Fairway Independent Mortgage review 2025

Fairway Independent Mortgage ranked well above average on J.D. Power's 2024 Mortgage Origination Satisfaction Study and has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. It has more than 700 branches nationwide, spread across every state except Alaska and West Virginia.

by: ProPakistani

Finance Minister Hints at Easing Tax Burden on Salaried Class

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb Tuesday admitted the disproportionately high burden on Pakistan's salaried class and hinted at a revision of the

by: AOL

Finance expert Clark Howard says these are the people most likely burn a hole in their pocket

The cliche, "Be Careful What You Wish For" very likely came about as a result of people recounting their feast and famine stories, i.e. getting it all and then losing it. Time and time again, regardless of race,

by: techUK

Institutions of Innovation: British Business Bank

'Institutions of Innovation' is a series of monthly interviews with the institutions driving the UK's innovation policy. Each contribution gradually pieces together the UK's innovation landscape; setting out the key actors, what they do, where they sit and how industry can engage, including through techUK.

by: MyJoyOnline

Dr. Sharif Khalid appointed Presidential Adviser at the Office of the Vice-President

The newly appointed Economic Policy Adviser to the Office of the Vice-President, Dr. Sharif Mahmud Khalid, has expressed his gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama and Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, for the opportunity to serve in the administration.

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

Tips For Managing The Relationship Between Investors And Entrepreneurs

Both investors and entrepreneurs bring unique skills and experience to the table. Entrepreneurs often have industry-specific expertise that surpasses ours, while we provide broader perspectives from working with multiple companies. Mutual appreciation for these different strengths leads to better outcomes.

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: Reuters

Bank of England appoints Andrea Enria to Prudential Regulation Committee

The Bank of England on Tuesday appointed one of its senior advisers, Andrea Enria, to the Prudential Regulation Committee.

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: MSN

EXCLUSIVE: Circ Launches 'Fiber Club' With Bestseller, Eileen Fisher and Everlane

Textile-to-textile recycler Circ is launching a new collective of brands and suppliers to scale and speed up the adoption of recycled materials. It's called Fiber Club, and brings together the brands Bestseller,

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: Couriermail

'Ripped off': Aussie business owner fumes over 'dupe' product and claims she's been 'copied'

An Aussie business owner was scrolling through TikTok when her heart sank because customers were tagging her and claiming Kmart had "ripped off" her product.

by: AOL

Small business needs 'never change,' regardless of who occupies the White House: Former Biden adviser

Though many are preparing for a bleak four years, former director of public affairs and senior adviser for the Biden administration Jonathan Lovitz isn't worried about small entrepreneurs.

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: AOL

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Altria vs. Costco

Altria (NYSE: MO) and Costco (NASDAQ: COST) are pretty different companies, but they share a subtle similarity. What does Altria do? Altria's biggest business is selling high-end cigarettes under the iconic Marlboro brand.

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: Reuters

Ghana plans gold board to increase earnings and curb smuggling

Ghana plans to launch a Gold Board to streamline gold purchases from small-scale miners, increase earnings and reduce smuggling, the west African country's newly appointed finance minister Cassiel Ato Forson said on Monday.

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: MSN

IDFC FIRST Bank Q3 FY25 PAT at Rs. 339 Crore, Core Operating Profit up 15% YoY

Financial results - IDFC FIRST Bank today announced the unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2024. Deposits & Borrowings* Customer Deposits increased 28.8% YOY from Rs.

by: MSN

Investors betting on the Trump trade may be missing some real risks

Wall Street investors, spurred on by Trump's pro-business agenda, could be ignoring real risks posed by the president.

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: Reuters

Goldman Sachs promotes Duffner to head activism defense in EMEA, memo says

Goldman Sachs on Monday tapped veteran banker Stefan Duffner to lead the investment bank's activism and shareholder advisory work in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) at a time corporations are increasingly asking for help to defend against activist investors pushing for changes.

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: MSN

Is MS Stock Worth Buying Post Q4 Earnings & Under Trump 2.0?

One of the most well-known global investment banks, Morgan Stanley MS, is generating considerable interest among investors. The company's shares have gained more than 5.5% since the release of its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 results on Jan.

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.

MPS shares slide further as Mediobanca board meets to discuss bid

Shares in Monte dei Paschi fell further on Tuesday as the board of Mediobanca gathered to discuss a surprise bid by the smaller rival, the latest move in a series of takeover tussles rattling Italian banking.

Shares of Italian payment services company MPS (Monte dei Paschi di Siena) experienced a significant decline as Mediobanca's board convened to discuss a potential bid for MPS. This meeting comes amidst ongoing speculation and strategic considerations regarding the future of MPS, which has been under scrutiny due to its financial health and the broader consolidation trends in the European banking sector. The discussions at Mediobanca are pivotal as they could lead to a formal offer or strategic partnership, influencing not only MPS's stock price but also the competitive landscape of Italian banking. The market's reaction reflects investor concerns over the implications of such a move, including potential restructuring, integration challenges, and the impact on shareholder value.

Read the Full Reuters Article at:
https://www.reuters.com/business/finance/mps-shares-slide-further-mediobanca-board-meets-discuss-bid-2025-01-28/