Mon, February 3, 2025

by: Entrepreneur

Dollar Tree: When the Off-Price Is Still Too Expensive

The latest trend on TikTok and social media is "No Buy" where users vow to spend less or nothing in 2025 because they are tired of high interest rates

by: Forbes

The Future Of Payments, Digital Money And The Underlying Technology

The world of finance is undergoing a digital revolution. Here's what the future could look like—and how your business can stay up-to-date.

by: BBC

Trump and Trudeau hold call after US president delays Mexico tariffs

by: Couriermail

'In the lurch': Bank slammed after announcing over a dozen closures

An Aussie bank will close more than a dozen branches across the nation in a move which has been slammed as an "attack on regional communities".

by: Moneyweb

More pain for ArcelorMittal as headline losses expected to widen

A trading update says the headline loss per share is expected to decline by between 165% and 174% for the year to December 2024. The loss per share will likely range between R4.50 and R4.66, compared with a loss per share of R1.70 for the previous financial year.

by: Forbes

Complexity Costs: A Hidden Tax On Your Business

Profit concentration is one of the clearest signs of complexity costs. Across nearly every business I've worked with, there's a similar dynamic: 20-30% of products, services or customers generate most of the profits (often more than 300%!), while the rest erode value.

by: AOL

Bill Gates reminder on Intel struggles: One can get 'annihilated' if you miss a turn in the market

Shares of Intel have plunged 55% in the past year, badly lagging the 21% advance for the Nasdaq Composite ( ^IXIC ). Meanwhile, shares of rival chip player Nvidia have surged 78% over the past year as the company takes a wide lead on artificial intelligence chip innovation compared to Intel and AMD.

by: cnbctv18

How India's Makhana is becoming a global superfood

Makhana, or fox nut, is emerging as a globally recognised superfood due to its rich nutritional profile. Its growing popularity has driven international demand, with prices soaring up to ₹13,000 per kg in global markets, Business Today reported.

by: AOL

Trump's Executive Orders Could Delay Your Tax Refund This Year: Here's What You Can Do

President Donald Trump has issued a slew of executive orders (EO) since beginning his second term, including one that may have an impact on your tax refund. One of Trump's EOs initiated a

by: AOL

Robinhood will let you bet on Super Bowl LIX between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles

The online trading platform ended months of speculation on Monday by saying it would launch event contracts for Super Bowl LIX, allowing customers to place trades on who will win the big game: the Kansas City Chiefs or the Philadelphia Eagles. The event contracts are eligible starting Monday.

by: BBC

Trump says EU tariffs will happen and UK is 'out of line' but deal 'can be worked out'

In essence, the imposition of 25% tariffs on Mexican goods has been expected by the Mexican government from the moment Donald Trump won the presidency. In recent days, President Claudia Sheinbaum has called for "cool heads" in dealing with the trade dispute - and with Washington more generally - under President Trump.

by: BBC

Trump delaying tariffs on imports for a month, Mexico's president says

The US president had said a 25% import tax on goods from Mexico would begin on Tuesday, along with tariffs on goods from Canada and China.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Musk 'in the process' of 'shutting down' USAID, he says

President Donald Trump has begun his second administration with a series of controversial moves and decisions.

by: Fortune

How Trump's decision to fire NLRB and EEOC commissioners could change the future of the workplace

The impact of these dismissals "cannot be overstated."

by: inc42

How AssetPlus Turned Mutual Fund Distribution Into A Scalable Tech Ecosystem

The platform provides MFDs with proprietary research on best-performing financial products, marketing materials and training programmes to improve advisory skills.

by: Reuters

ESG Watch: Companies 'complacent about cybercrime', despite rise in risk from AI

In the World Economic Forum's latest Global Risks Report three of the top 10 risks are technological: misinformation and disinformation; adverse outcomes of AI technologies; and cyber espionage and warfare.

by: Reuters

Americans have high hopes for Trump's economy, Gallup poll shows

Reuters, the news and media division of Thomson Reuters, is the world's largest multimedia news provider, reaching billions of people worldwide every day. Reuters provides business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers.

by: Indiatimes

Navigating Budget 2025: Implications for taxpayers and markets

Analysing Budget 2025 and how finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman's budget has had a fallout on markets; how can investors balance risks in evolving f

by: Reuters

Julius Baer announces net profit of $1.12 bln for 2024

Swiss bank Julius Baer on Monday reported a net profit of 1.022 billion Swiss francs ($1.12 billion) for 2024.

by: MSN

India is slashing taxes. It must now cut red tape

Narendra Modi's government has raised the effective income tax threshold and introduced tax relief, aiming to boost consumer sentiment amidst an economic slowdown. However, significant economic recovery will require job creation and easing the business environment,

by: MSN

'AI is the new global arms race': Boyd Company expert says Abilene is a key player in worldwide AI growth

John Boyd, Corporate Location Consultant, and Site Selection Expert at the Boyd Company, recently weighed in on Abilene as it steps into the spotlight with the announcement of the largest artificial intelligence infrastructure project in history.

by: MSN

To help pay for Trump tax cuts, new taxes on worker benefits become GOP target

The GOP Congress is looking at including employer-provided benefits like free transportation, food and gyms as taxable income as a way to pay for tax cuts.
Sun, February 2, 2025

by: Reuters

Porsche starts talks to end CFO, sales chief contracts

Porsche's supervisory board has started talks to end finance chief Lutz Meschke's and sales executive Detlev von Platen's contracts early, the German luxury carmaker said in a statement late on Saturday,

by: NDTV

Budget Focus On Bihar, Delhi Polls? N Sitharaman Cites Abraham Lincoln

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman countered the Opposition's charge that the Centre has extended big Budget gifts to Bihar with an eye on the upcoming polls,

by: Couriermail

Former Labor premier Anna Bligh to retire as CEO of Australian Banking Association

Anna Bligh has announced she is standing down as the chief executive of the Australian Banking Association (ABA) after more than eight years in the role.

by: Reuters

Reactions to Trump's tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada, China

U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday ordered tariffs of 25% on Canadian and Mexican imports and 10% on goods from China starting on Tuesday to address what he calls a national emergency of fentanyl and illegal immigration pouring into the U.

by: CNN

These Americans don't think the economy is getting any better. Welcome to 'No Buy 2025'

Many Americans, especially female content creators, are pushing back against overconsumption and pledging to buy less — or even nothing beyond essentials — as well as not repurchasing a product they own until it has expired or no longer has use.

by: Reuters

US Senate panel to vote on RFK Jr.'s health secretary nomination

A U.S. Senate committee will vote Tuesday on whether to advance President Donald Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, the committee announced Sunday.

by: stockhead

The NT wants to rebuild its economy and lure investment from miners and explorers

The new NT Government has put addressing crime and rebuilding its economy at the top of its priority list, and that's good for miners.

by: Mint

Income Tax Budget 2025 LIVE: How to save up to ?2.6 lakh under new tax rates?

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Budget announced new tax slabs in the new tax regime 2025, making it so that there is no income tax for those drawing ₹12 lakh and less. We take a look at who is most likely to benefit from the changed income tax slab.

by: BBC

Booze, oil and orange juice: How Canada could fight Trump tariffs

As Justin Trudeau warns Canadians they could face "difficult days" ahead, here are four options for retaliation.

by: MSN

I'm a multimillionaire who balances frugality and treating my 3 kids. I remember what it's like not to be wealthy.

Brandon Medford, CEO and multimillionaire, balances frugality and treating his kids. He learned to build his wealth after starting his own company.

by: MSN

Canada, Mexico Hit Back at Trump Tariffs, China Vows Action

Canada and Mexico vowed to hit back at US tariffs with tit-for-tat measures after President Donald Trump followed through on his threats of general levies of 25%, beginning a trade war that's set to reshape global supply chains.

by: Mint

Union Budget 2025 Highlights: Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce IT bill next week, PM Modi congratulates FM

Budget 2025 LIVE updates: Abhishek Jain, Indirect Tax Head & Partner of KPMG, highlighted that the adjustments announced to customs duties in India are set to foster expansion and development in the nation.

by: MSN

Textiles to toys: MSMEs get a Rs 2,250 crore booster shot with mission exports

Commerce, MSME and finance ministries in India will collaborate to identify key sectors needing significant capital for technology upgrades, marketing, and accessing new markets to boost exports. An Export Promotion Mission with a budget of Rs 2,

by: NDTV

Can You Still Opt For Old Tax Regime? And Will You Gain Or Lose Out

With Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announcing big rebates for taxpayers in the middle-income group under the new tax regime, many are left wondering if the government plans to scrap the old tax
Sat, February 1, 2025

by: Reuters

Musk's team given access to U.S. government payment system, New York Times says

Reuters, the news and media division of Thomson Reuters, is the world's largest multimedia news provider, reaching billions of people worldwide every day. Reuters provides business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers.

by: MSN

UK India Business Council welcomes Union Budget's focus on regulatory reforms, fiscal consolidation

The UK India Business Council (UKIBC) on Saturday congratulated Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and the Government of India on the presentation of India's Union Budget 2025-26. It said that it was encouraged with the Budget's clear focus on economic growth,

by: Reuters

Trump fires consumer bureau director Chopra, source says

Rohit Chopra announced early Saturday he was stepping down as head of the top U.S. watchdog agency for consumer finance after President Donald Trump fired him overnight, according a letter Chopra posted online and a person familiar with the situation.

by: MSN

Trump's tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China spark fears of a trade war

President Trump announced sweeping tariffs on goods imported from Mexico, Canada and China, sending shocks through the global supply chain and raising fears about consumer costs.

by: Mint

Budget 2025 | Tax clarity for AIFs as income will now be treated as capital gains

The amendment is significant given that, according to data from the Sebi, more than 1,400 AIFs in the country had raised a cumulative ₹5 trillion as of September 2024.

by: cnbctv18

Budget 2025: High-level panel to review non-financial sector regulations, Says FM

Sitharaman also urged state governments to participate in this effort to create a more business-friendly environment.

by: AOL

Ford CEO Jim Farley on the 'huge business' of Mustang, Bronco, and Raptor performance vehicles

While performance cars and racing get the Ford faithful excited, it's been a growing business for Ford too. We spoke to Ford CEO Jim Farley from Charlotte Motor Speedway, where the Ford Performance team and Farley himself were showing off its enthusiast offerings.

by: cnbctv18

Income Tax Slabs 2025 LIVE Updates: India Inc welcomes the new income tax bill, relaxation in TCS, TDS regulations

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Union Budget 2025 today. Experts expect potential reforms, from tax rate cuts to an overhaul of the system, aimed at boosting consumption, simplifying taxation,

by: Mint

Budget 2025 | Tax relief for AIFs as income will now be treated as capital gains

The amendment is significant given that, according to data from the Sebi, more than 1,400 AIFs in the country had raised a cumulative ₹5 trillion as of September 2024.

by: Firstpost

What are the new income tax slabs introduced in Union Budget 2025? How much will you save now?

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced changes to the income tax slabs in the new regime. As per the changes, there is no tax on income up to Rs 12 lakh. This rejig is expected to boost disposable income,

by: Forbes

Trump's $10 Trillion Crypto Bet: Stablecoins To Replace Eurodollars?

The modern financial system runs on a form of dollars that most Americans have never heard of Eurodollars. Will they be replaced by stablecoins?

by: Firstpost

Big tax relief for middle class, push for agriculture, MSMEs: Takeaways of Union Budget 2025-2026

Nirmala Sitharaman made a slew of huge announcements during the 2025-2026 Union Budget speech - perhaps none bigger than that there would be no tax on income up to Rs 12 lakh under the new regime. But what other schemes did the finance minister unveil?

To help pay for Trump tax cuts, new taxes on worker benefits become GOP target

The GOP Congress is looking at including employer-provided benefits like free transportation, food and gyms as taxable income as a way to pay for tax cuts.

The article from MSN discusses how, in an effort to offset the costs of the Trump-era tax cuts, some Republican lawmakers are now targeting new taxes on worker benefits. These tax cuts, enacted in 2017, significantly reduced the corporate tax rate and provided various tax benefits, leading to a substantial increase in the federal deficit. To address this, proposals include taxing employer-provided health insurance, retirement plans, and other fringe benefits. Critics argue that these new taxes could undermine the very benefits that help middle-class workers, potentially reducing their disposable income and financial security. The debate centers around balancing fiscal responsibility with maintaining the economic advantages promised by the tax cuts, highlighting a tension within the GOP on how to fund government operations without reversing the tax reductions.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/to-help-pay-for-trump-tax-cuts-new-taxes-on-worker-benefits-become-gop-target/ar-AA1yh50m