Sat, March 8, 2025

[ Sat, Mar 08th 2025 ]: Forbes

Women Are 2.5X More Likely To Demand Bold Climate Action

"Women are very effective at mobilizing communities in the event of disasters. They are at the frontline in moving forward with recovery. Women further hold key knowledge in natural resources management, and are key actors in climate adaptation and mitigation," she said.

[ Sat, Mar 08th 2025 ]: Insider

Avoid these 4 red flags that could trigger an IRS audit this tax season

These are the most common mistakes that can lead to an IRS audit, according to a tax lawyer. Here's how to avoid them.

[ Sat, Mar 08th 2025 ]: Goodreturns

1:10 Stock Split of Pharma Stock: Record Date Set For March 21; What Investors Should Do Next?

On Friday, the shares of Shukra Pharmaceuticals ended 1.99% lower at Rs 236.40 per share on the BSE with a market cap of Rs 1,035.15 Cr after the company declared record date for 1:10 stock split.

[ Sat, Mar 08th 2025 ]: Vanguard

Accelerating Action: Yetunde Sonowo's trailblazing journey in finance, leadership, real estate

Yetunde Olaitan Sonowo is one such woman, an accomplished finance professional, business strategist, and real estate consultant

[ Sat, Mar 08th 2025 ]: News24

Could we still see a hike in VAT when the budget is tabled?

South Africans may still face an increase in VAT when the revised budget is tabled in March unless the government's proposed spending plans are revised.

[ Sat, Mar 08th 2025 ]: CNBC

The Late Morning Rundown: Mar 7, 2025

38 Years Later, This Vietnam War Movie With 100% on Rotten Tomatoes Is Still Flawless (& It Starred a Young Don Cheadle) I love sitting in the back of a long-haul flight. Here's why I'd choose that row any day.

[ Sat, Mar 08th 2025 ]: Entrepreneur

Women's Day 2025: Celebrating Progress, Demanding Action in Investment and Leadership

This Women's Day, we celebrate the resilience, achievements, and growing influence of women in venture capital, entrepreneurship, and leadership. The journey is far from over, but the momentum is undeniable.
Fri, March 7, 2025

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: Ukrinform

Finance Ministry: Partners more willing to engage in dialogue on use of Russian assets

The Ukrainian government is collaborating closely with its Western partners to seek a consensus on Russian assets, and they are now more willing to engage in a dialogue on this subject. — Ukrinform.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: ProPakistani

FBR Introduces Major Changes to Export Finance Scheme

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has introduced major changes in the Export Finance Scheme (EFS) to check misuse of the facility. The FBR issued

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: Insider

Credit Karma Savings Rates: Pros, Cons, and Alternatives

Our Credit Karma Savings review analyzes the account's savings interest rate, fees, and features. Discover if it's the best high-yield savings account for you.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: Bloomberg

Mexico Finance Chief Steps Down and Is Replaced by His Deputy

Mexico Finance Minister Rogelio Ramirez de la O tendered his resignation on Friday after more than three years as the top official in charge of the nation's budget, according to two people familiar with the situation.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: Narcity

Government of Canada jobs are available abroad and you can apply for these 11 positions

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: Bankrate

What is a chattel mortgage?

What is a chattel mortgage? A chattel mortgage is a loan used to buy movable property, like manufactured and mobile homes, rather than fixed real estate. They are sometimes referred to interchangeably

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: GOBankingRates

The Top 10 Personal Finance Books on Amazon in March

Amazon started as a bookselling business, and though its morphed into something monstrously larger and sells just about everything now, bookselling is still a part of its business model and it's

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: AOL

Commentary: Fudging the data won't help the Trump economy

As President Trump and his chainsaw, Elon Musk, dismantle the federal government, economists are starting to worry that one casualty could be the lifeblood of their profession: data.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: CNET

NordVPN NordProtect Identity Theft Protection Review: VPN Plus Basic ID Theft Features

NordVPN enters the ID theft space with NordProtect.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: MarketWatch

State Street's private-debt ETF launched with major buzz. What are investors getting?

A recently launched ETF actively managed by State Street Global Advisors has been drawing attention for bringing private credit to the masses.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: Investopedia

What Is an SBA Microloan, and How Does It Work?

Her expertise includes personal finance, insurance, real estate ... SBA microloans are loans that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) provides for up to $50,000 through intermediary lenders to help entrepreneurs grow their small businesses.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: Zawya

Banking, retail and telecoms power South Africa's brand value to over $33bln in 2025

Retailers Woolworths and Checkers top the Sustainability Perceptions score across sectors in the environmental, social and governance categories

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: Forbes

The Rise Of Private Credit And The Role Of Asset-Based Finance In Funding SMBs

With the support of strong ABF markets, fintechs that provide such funding solutions can focus on what they do best.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: Fortune

CEO of $4.2 billion tech giant says defying Mark Zuckerberg's 'move fast and break things' mantra was essential to growing his business

The founder of dbt Labs Tristan Handy says moving at his own pace fostered innovation and growth—it can feel antithetical to the strategies of Google and Meta.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: IPPMEDIA

Illicit financial flows burden Tanzania's national budget

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: Reuters

RBC boosts CEO McKay's 2024 pay by 60% to $17 million on HSBC Canada acquisition

Royal Bank of Canada boosted CEO Dave McKay's 2024 salary to C$24.5 million ($17.14 million), including a C$4 million bonus related to the HSBC Canada acquisition, according to a regulatory filing on Thursday.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: BusinessTech

Sage Intacct - The industry-leading cloud finance software for South African businesses

Sage Intacct boasts a wealth of powerful financial and accounting features that will improve productivity and decrease costs.

[ Fri, Mar 07th 2025 ]: CNN

7-Eleven's Japanese owner appoints American CEO to fend off $47 billion takeover bid

Seven & I Holdings, the Japanese operator of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain, appointed its first foreign CEO and handed him the task of overhauling its business to fend off a $47 billion overseas takeover bid and engineer a recovery.
Thu, March 6, 2025

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: TechCrunch

Turing, a key coding provider for OpenAI and other LLM producers, raises $111M at a $2.2B valuation

As AI companies race to improve the accuracy of large language models (LLMs) and apps built on top of them, a startup that has emerged as a key partner in

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: TechRepublic

6 Best Banks for Small Business Loans in 2025

Find the best banks for small business loans with low rates and flexible terms. Compare top lenders to find the right financing for you.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: WTHR

Two Indianapolis federal buildings listed for possible sale

On Tuesday, the U.S. General Services Administration announced more than 400 properties on a list of non-core assets for disposal.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Bizcommunity

Banking, retail and telecoms power SA's brand value to over R600bn in 2025

In 2025, the combined brand value of the Top 100 South African brands soared to R688.6bn, with banking, retail, and telecoms accounting for more than 62% of the total brand value., as is often the case in emerging markets.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Deadline

Comcast's 'SpinCo' Adds Media Veteran Jordan Fasbender As Chief Counsel, Finalizing Senior Management Team

Comcast's cable network "SpinCo" has appointed media veteran Jordan Fasbender as chief counsel, with the hire rounding out the senior management team.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: GOBankingRates

10 Best Paying Middle-Class Jobs That Don't Require a Degree

The traditional path to a well-paying job often includes a four-year college degree, but that's not the only route to success. Many middle-class jobs offer competitive salaries without requiring

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: TipRanks

Plume and 0G Partner to Launch RWAI Agents, Redefining AI-Powered RWA Finance

New York City, United States, March 6th, 2025, Chainwire Plume, the first full-stack L1 RWA Chain, is joining forces with 0G to launch and support

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Mint

When do you have to register for GST as a professional landlord?

While renting out residential properties remains tax-exempt, commercial leasing comes with specific GST rules that every professional landlord must understand and follow. Failing to do so could have severe financial and legal repercussions.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Insider

AmONE Personal Loans 2025: Pros, Cons, and Alternatives

Discover the pros and cons of using the AmONE Personal Loans marketplace, including rates, terms, and how to apply.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Fortune

Is Saudi Arabia the next China or India? See for yourself

Saudi Arabia is not modeling itself after China or India. It is forging a path entirely its own, built on its unique history and ambitions. The question is no longer whether Saudi Arabia is changing—it is whether the world is ready to recognize and embrace it.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Newsweek

Are US Banks Banned in Canada? What We Know About Trump's Claim

Despite Trump's claims, evidence from banking associations and Canadian governmental departments, as well as commentary from leaders and experts from both countries, contradict hi

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Investopedia

BlackBerry: A Story of Constant Success and Failure

BlackBerry's history of success and failure as the world's first smartphone maker will now be featured in a movie.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: CNET

A Tax Expert's Warning: Don't Make This Costly Mistake if You Receive a 1099-K

Because of how IRS computer systems are configured, the IRS computers will not detect an over-reporting of income and send you a refund for the difference. If you report too much income, the IRS simply assumes that you were paid for some work in some other way, such as by cash or check, rather than an electronic payment processor.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Digit

From Microsoft to Google and OpenAI: These 5 AI agents are pushing boundaries of AI

One of the most transformative advancements in recent years has been the rise of AI agents - specialised, autonomous systems designed to handle complex tasks.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: CNN

Jack Daniel's parent company says Canada pulling booze off shelves is even worse than tariffs

After Canada pulled American-made spirits off its shelves following President Donald Trump's implementation of tariffs on Canadian imports, the CEO of Brown-Forman, which makes Jack Daniel's whiskey and other liquors,

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Metro

Average pay of the UK's 15 most common jobs revealed - see how you compare

Whether you're fresh out of uni and looking to take your first steps up the career ladder or you're a seasoned professional looking for a change, there are thousands of jobs out there. Seriously. From delivery driver to dentist and accountant to account manager,

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Zawya

LoftyInc Capital announces $43mln first close of its New Pan-African Seed Fund

LoftyInc is one of Africa's most established venture capital firms. With over a decade of investing experience

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Forbes

Private Equity In Emerging Markets: Opportunities And Challenges For 2025

Emerging market private equity investment has grown in popularity in recent years, and that trend will likely continue in 2025. Certain areas that are rapidly growing, becoming more urban and adding new industries are ideal for investment.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: cnbctv18

Bajaj Allianz February Update: General insurance gross direct premium at ?1,219 crore

Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company reported new business premiums of ₹1,080.33 crore for February 2025. Shares of Bajaj Finserv Ltd ended at ₹1,845.15, up by ₹43.15, or 2.39%, on the BSE.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: TechRadar

How finance teams can avoid falling behind in the AI race

The danger for finance teams comes from an ever-widening chasm between those using AI tools and those who are not; one defined by increased productivity, prioritized work and unrivalled data insights. So, ahead of a year when AI capabilities are set to evolve even more, how can finance teams make up ground in the AI race?

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Kiplinger

Six Steps to Simplify Your Estate for Your Heirs

A simplified estate strategy will expedite the settlement of your estate after you're gone, minimize audit risk, mitigate costs and reduce stress for your beneficiaries.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: AOL

Trump's tariffs are already impacting prices, forcing businesses to reassess supply chains

Supply chain experts say many Americans are likely already feeling the impact of new tariffs instituted by President Donald Trump.

[ Thu, Mar 06th 2025 ]: Reuters

US clean power investors see strong outlook despite gas plant rush

Clean power developers see opportunities from AI and other growth sectors alongside a wave of new gas-fired plants as fundamentals remain strong.

7-Eleven's Japanese owner appoints American CEO to fend off $47 billion takeover bid

Seven & I Holdings, the Japanese operator of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain, appointed its first foreign CEO and handed him the task of overhauling its business to fend off a $47 billion overseas takeover bid and engineer a recovery.

The Japanese owner of 7-Eleven, Seven & i Holdings, has appointed a new American CEO, Ryuichi Isaka, to counter a $47 billion takeover bid from ValueAct Capital, an activist investor. This strategic move aims to strengthen the company's defense against the hostile acquisition attempt. Isaka, who has extensive experience within the company, is expected to leverage his knowledge to navigate the complex situation. The appointment comes amidst ongoing pressure from ValueAct, which has been pushing for a breakup of Seven & i to unlock shareholder value, criticizing the conglomerate's conglomerate structure and its performance. The new CEO's role will be crucial in maintaining the integrity of Seven & i's diverse business portfolio, which includes not only 7-Eleven but also department stores and other retail operations.

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