Mon, February 17, 2025

by: Couriermail

Big W announces major update to "Change of Mind" returns policy

One of Australia's retail giants has announced a major update to their "Change of Mind" returns scheme and warned shoppers of items that no longer qualify for the policy.

by: CNET

How to Use Your New Credit Card Before It's Even Delivered

While many credit cards offer a way to use a new credit card before the physical card arrives in the mail, you may have to wait to get your hands on a credit card. It can typically take anywhere from seven to 10 business days for your new card to arrive in the mail.

by: cnbctv18

India considering raising deposit insurance limit above current ?5 lakh: Report

Get the latest Business News, Live Share & Stock Market Updates, Top News from India and across world. Read Top Business News and updates on financial, economic and banking news on CNBCTV18.

by: Impacts

5 Best Cryptos to Invest In 2025 - Emerging Projects That Could Skyrocket Your Portfolio

Cryptocurrency has been on the radar of savvy investors for years, and 2025 is shaping up to be another thrilling year in the world of digital currencies. As the market matures, more and more innovative projects are popping up,

by: cnbctv18

Need More FDI, PSU insurers recovering, internal talks on insurance bill done, says FM

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said internal consultations on the Insurance Amendment Bill have been completed, with further FDI reforms planned to deepen the sector.

by: MSN

Stocks to buy: Top stock recommendations for the week starting February 17, 2025

Shriram Finance is expected to benefit from a recovery in vehicle finance, with an anticipated 18% AUM and 19% PAT CAGR over FY24-27. Varun Beverages is projected to sustain earnings growth with a 12% revenue and 17% PAT CAGR over CY24-26,

by: MSN

"Zodiac Signs and Wealth: Who's a Money Magnet and Who Struggles to Save?

by: Couriermail

ASX-listed Adore Beauty on track to open more than 25 new stores

Cult online beauty retailer Adore Beauty is on track to roll out more than 25 new brick-and-mortar stores across Australia as it moves to lock in a "step change" in its business and active customer base.

by: Zawya

Dubai's DIFC Courts shares insights into case activity

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts has shared insights into its ongoing case activity, reflecting continued growth and an increasing preference for its jurisdiction. The Courts remain at the forefront of commercial and civil dispute resolution,

by: Reuters

Australia's Westpac's first-quarter margin contracts, shares slide

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 politics live: Reeves' taxes trigger job cuts as Labour warned worker shortage puts 1.5m homes plan at risk

Reeves' taxes trigger job cuts as Labour warned worker shortage puts 1.5m homes plan at risk - Labour starts the week battling criticism over its ability to achieve its housing plan, as well as the Bu

by: MSN

CNBC Daily Open: Elon Musk's money can't buy OpenAI

Elon Musk's $97 billion bid for OpenAI was soundly rejected by the artificial intelligence startup, which said the company "is not for sale."

by: MSN

5 Amazon Side Gigs That Can Help Boost Your Wealth

According to recent research from The Washington Post, 5.2% of the total population of Americans work more than one gig. If you're looking to make some extra money, the good news is that you can do

by: MSN

Twitter's former safety chief is helping women avoid harassment on Hinge and Tinder

Yoel Roth, former Twitter safety chief, now leads Match Group's AI initiative to curb harassment on dating apps, in a bid to retain users.

by: MSN

Is Moody's Corporation (MCO) The Best Financial Sector Dividend Stock To Buy Right Now?

We recently published a list of 12 Best Financial Sector Dividend Stocks To Buy Right Now In this article, we are going to take a look at where Moody's Corporation (NYSE:MCO) stands against other best financial sector dividend stocks to buy right now.
Sun, February 16, 2025

by: Reuters

Some Indonesia lawmakers eye removing central bank governor, Tempo magazine reports

Some members of Indonesia's parliament plan to propose the president remove the central bank governor because they think he was not properly backing the government's policy, investigative magazine Tempo reported on Monday,

by: business

Ghana remains strategic investment hub despite challenges - IFC

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The International Finance Corporation (IFC) remains optimistic about Ghana's economic prospects, reaffirming its commitment to supporting private-sector growth despite recent macroeconomic challenges.

by: Moneycontrol

Asian shares cautious amid US-EU tension

Australian shares dipped while Japan swung between gains and losses. Futures in Hong Kong also pointed to an early drop. The dollar was little changed

by: Moneycontrol

Reciprocal tariffs and the new world disorder

The first effort at getting countries together to lower tariffs for the benefit of all, started in 1947 at Geneva when the GATT or the General Agreement on Trade and Tariffs was signed between 23 countries,

by: Reuters

Australian lender Westpac reports 13% rise in first-quarter profit

Australia's Westpac Banking posted a 13% rise in its first-quarter net profit on Monday, helped by growth in customer deposits and housing and business loan volumes.

by: jacobin

Tim Scott Is Fighting for His Donors' Junk Fees

Joe Biden's CFPB passed rules limiting overdraft and credit card late fees. As the chair of the Senate committee that oversees the agency, Tim Scott wants to reinstate these junk fees — a key priority for his donors in finance.

by: Yahoo

Tesla Vs. BYD: Tesla Hits 2025 Lows While BYD Skyrockets On Self-Driving Moves. It's Not A Coincidence.

Tesla has sold off to 2025 lows after Q4 earnings. EV giant BYD has surged to record highs on the China EV giant's self-driving push.

by: Yahoo

Heartland Hope Mission coats in high demand ahead of freezing temperatures

In collaboration with KMTV and Godfather's Pizza, Heartland Hope Mission collects over 2,000 coats and hundreds of other winter necessities.

by: Forbes

Stocks This Month: Buy V.F. Corporation And Atlassian

The markets are near all-time highs. It is difficult to find stocks that are not overbought. Here are a pair of attractive stocks that are not very extended.

by: AOL

Why the model for low-cost airlines may be 'evaporating'

Frontier's latest attempt to buy Spirit underscores the "evaporating" state of the low-cost airline business model.

by: Reuters

Elon Musk says xAI's Grok 3 chatbot to be unveiled on Monday

Billionaire Elon Musk said on Saturday that his xAI's artificial intelligence chatbot and ChatGPT challenger Grok 3 would be released with a live demo at 8 p.m. Pacific time on Monday (0400 GMT on Tuesday).

by: Forbes

Trump Gaza Proposal: Netanyahu Praises Trump's 'Bold Vision' For Gaza Takeover After Rubio Meeting

Trump's proposal to relocate Palestinians out of Gaza and take over the territory was rejected by several foreign nations, including Saudi Arabia, Turkey and China.

by: Oregonian

Liz Weston: Should our trust be listed as 'additional insured' on our home insurance policy?

A homeowner was told some insurance companies may not cover loss or damage due to a discrepancy in the names, even if the trust has both of their names as trustees.

by: Zawya

Edamah appoints Khaled Abdulrahman Al Majed as Chief Executive Officer

Manama, Bahrain: Edamah, (Bahrain Real Estate Investment Company) the real estate arm of the Kingdom's sovereign wealth fund, Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company (Mumtalakat), announced today the appointment of Khaled Abdulrahman Al Majed as Chief Executive Officer, effective 16th March, 2025.

by: MSN

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Starmer to join crisis summit as US and Russian officials to meet in Saudi Arabia

Starmer to join crisis summit as US and Russian officials to meet in Saudi Arabia - Ukraine has insisted they will not accept a ceasefire deal 'made behind our backs'

by: MSN

Meet Shapoor Mistry: Steering the 155 Year Old Shapoorji Pallonji Legacy Amid Challenges; What Is His Net Worth?

Following the passing of Pallonji Mistry and Cyrus Mistry, Shapoor Mistry has taken charge of the Shapoorji Pallonji Group, one of India's oldest infrastructure conglomerates. As he navigates financial challenges and a major restructuring,

by: legit

Tariff Tsunami: How Tinubu's Government Raised Prices Across Telecoms, Ports, Power,Others

As Tinubu's government approaches its second anniversary, Legit.ng highlights the tariffs that have been adjusted or introduced under his leadership.

by: AOL

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: PepsiCo vs. Kraft Heinz

If you've ever been to a grocery store or convenience store, you know the brands that PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP) and Kraft Heinz (NASDAQ: KHC) sell. PepsiCo's dividend has been increased annually for 52 consecutive years.

by: MSN

Houston-based Chevron laying off up to 20% of its employees. Here's why.

Chevron Corp., which recently relocated its headquarters to Houston, plans to lay off from 15% to 20% of its global workforce, roughly 6,000 to 8,000 people, by the end of 2026 to cut costs and simplify its business as profit margins decline.

by: MSN

30 Kenyan Companies Risk Shutdown After Trump Withdrew Funding

Thirty Kenyan companies are at risk of closing businesses after U.S. President Donald Trump's order to shut down the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). These companies are among the beneficiaries of USAID's Development Innovation Ventures (DIV).

by: MSN

Small businesses struggle to find their footing one month into Trump 2.0

Uncertainty is running high on Main Street after a deluge of economic policy changes, with some entrepreneurs reporting unpaid invoices and other funding worries.

by: MSN

Hindu New Year 2025: Best money-making months for each zodiac sign in 2025-26

Entering the financial year of 2025-2026, different zodiac signs have favorable financial months. With Aries benefiting in May, September, and February, Taurus in June, October, and March, and other signs also experiencing their luckiest periods,

by: Reuters

UK's Starmer readies order to raise defence spending, Sunday Times reports

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is preparing to overrule his finance minister Rachel Reeves and order more defence spending, after the United States demanded that Europe pays more for its security,

by: Tempo

Top 10 Best Cryptos to Buy and Hold in February 2025 for Another Decade

As cryptocurrency gains popularity & attracts more investors, this article unveils best cryptos to buy in 2025 for potentially rewarding investments.

by: MSN

Are banks, post offices, UPS, FedEx open on Presidents Day 2025? Will mail be delivered?

Will banks, post offices and shipping services be open on Presidents Day? Here's what you need to know for Monday, Feb. 17.
Sat, February 15, 2025

by: Zawya

NBK-Egypt reports EGP 7.3bln (Equivalent to KWD 51.9mln) in net profit in FY2024

National Bank of Kuwait - Egypt (NBK-Egypt) reported net profits of EGP 7.3 billion (Equivalent to KWD 51.9 million ) for the financial year 2024 compared to EGP 4.021 billion (Equivalent to KWD 41.4 million) reported in 2023 marking an impressive 81% increase compared to financial year 2023.

by: MSN

Egg customers crying fowl over empty shelves, high prices can now rent their own chickens

Egg customers concerned about empty shelves and rising prices at the supermarket can try their hand at getting eggs out of their own backyard with Rent a Chicken.

by: MSN

State of Texas: Lottery leaders accused of enabling illegal activity in Senate hearing

On Wednesday, a routine budget hearing for the Texas Lottery Commission turned into a harsh warning from lawmakers. The Senate Finance Committee urged the commission to take action to ban courier services that allow players to buy lottery tickets through external sources.

by: MSN

Bridgeline Digital, Inc. (NASDAQ:BLIN) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript February 13, 2025 Operator: Good day, everyone. Welcome to the Bridgeline Digital First Quarter 2025 Earnings Call. At this time, all participants have been placed on a listen-only mode.

by: MSN

'There's this huge gap that doesn't feel good' | Pet owners concerned after Austin-based microchip company abruptly closes

The business is listed as "inactive" on the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts website and its phone number is no longer active.

by: MSN

Sydney to Newcastle high speed rail costs blown out by consultants

A long-awaited high speed rail project has already cost taxpayers millions in consultants fees and cultural advisory before laying an inch of track. The project - still in its early stages - is expected to cut travel times between Sydney and Newcastle from 2.

by: MSN

Clay County announces closures ahead of Presidents' Day

Clay County government has updated the public regarding closures ahead of Presidents' Day on Monday, February 17.

by: MSN

Stock Market At Pivotal Level; AI Giants Amazon, Broadcom Near Buy Points

The stock market rallied to just below record highs late last week. AI giants Amazon and Broadcom are near buy points. Here's what to do now.

Factbox-How hard have US agencies been bit by Trump and Musk's layoffs?

U.S. President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk, one of his closest advisers, have mounted a sweeping campaign to slash the size of the 2.3 million-strong federal workforce, firing at least 9,500 employees in an unprecedented effort that shows no sign of slowing.

The article from MSN discusses the impact of layoffs initiated by former President Donald Trump and Elon Musk on U.S. government agencies and companies. Trump, during his presidency, significantly reduced the workforce in various federal agencies, with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) experiencing a 21% staff cut, and the Department of State seeing a 12% reduction. These cuts were part of Trump's broader initiative to shrink government size. Similarly, Elon Musk, after acquiring Twitter (now known as X Corp) in 2022, drastically reduced the company's workforce by about 80%, from 8,000 to around 1,300 employees, aiming to streamline operations and cut costs. This approach has led to concerns about the capacity of these organizations to fulfill their mandates effectively, with critics arguing that such deep cuts could compromise regulatory oversight, environmental protection, and the operational efficiency of the affected entities.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/factbox-how-hard-have-us-agencies-been-bit-by-trump-and-musk-s-layoffs/ar-AA1za5TZ