• Mon, March 10, 2025

by: AOL

Rocket to buy Redfin, consolidating home listings and mortgage lending in one shop

An acquisition announced Monday would combine Rocket, a major mortgage provider, with Redfin's online home listings business and brokerage of more than 2,200 agents.

by: Forbes

AI For Business: When To Use It And When To Skip It

When Ethical and Sustainability Concerns Arise: AI can perpetuate biases in training data and requires substantial computing power, increasing its carbon footprint. Businesses should evaluate whether the AI solution aligns with their ethical and sustainability goals before deployment.

by: GhanaWeb

High Court overturns Bank of Ghana's revocation of Ideal Finance's licence

The High Court (Human Rights Division) has overturned the Bank of Ghana's (BoG) decision to revoke the operating licence of defunct Ideal Finance Limited.

by: Cryptopolitan

Europe faces stark choices over Russian $300 billion asset seizure

by: Time

Trump Speaks Out on Recession Fears, Tariffs, and Zelensky

In a new TV interview, Trump discussed the key topics taking center stage since his return to the White House.

by: Bankrate

How to roll over your 401(k) into a gold or silver IRA

Here's how to roll over your 401(k) into a gold or silver IRA without penalty. Why would you need a gold or silver IRA? If you want to own physical gold or silver in a retiremen

by: Entrepreneur

Expert Strategies to Add to Your Small Business's Playbook This Tax Season

Leaders at nationwide payroll company Gusto explain how small business owners can leverage tax credits, use smart payroll tools and be proactive about compliance changes to avoid penalties and maximize savings.

by: Insider

The tech-heavy Nasdaq's $1 trillion sell-off, in charts

The 4% drop in the Nasdaq on Monday marked its worst day in years as Trump refused to rule out recession.

by: Variety

JBX Market Head on How Joburg Event Can Boost Africa as 'Global Force' in Film and TV Production

The third edition of JBX, or Joburg Xchange, an industry confab running from March 12 - 14 parallel to the Joburg Film Festival, looks to spotlight Africa's role in shaping the future of film, television and digital storytelling.

by: Reuters

Goldman Sachs managing director Scott Rubner leaves firm, source says

Scott Rubner, a managing director in the derivatives sales and macro execution team at Goldman Sachs , has left the investment bank, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Monday.

by: CNN

Dow falls by almost 900 points in market rout after Trump says he won't rule out a recession

US stocks plunged, bitcoin stumbled and Wall Street's fear gauge hit its highest level this year as concerns about President Donald Trump's economic policy led to a widespread market selloff on Monday.

by: Invezz

'Trumpcession': The real reasons behind Trump's trade war and what comes next

President Donald Trump launched the largest trade war in modern US history, imposing tariffs of 25% on Mexican and Canadian imports and doubling duties on Chinese goods to 20%. While some of the tariffs on Canada andMexico have been eased,

by: Newsweek

Will a Recession Lower Interest Rates? What It Means for Housing Market

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)

by: Fortune

Mark Carney: Financier, banker, and Canada's new prime minister

After winning the race to replace Justin Trudeau as Liberal leader yesterday, Mark Carney will become Canada's next prime minister. The length of his tenure will depend on whether he wins the next federal election,

by: MUO

10 Personal Finance Excel Spreadsheet Templates for Managing Money

With the right Excel templates, you can budget, track expenses, and plan for the future—all without breaking a sweat. The Money Management Template is quite advanced and can give the best budgeting apps a run for their money.

by: WTHR

During Indianapolis visit, SBA administrator announces plan to cut regulations on small business

SBA Adminstrator Kelly Loeffler said a "red tape hotline" would allow local businesses to report needless regulation.

by: TechCrunch

Rocket Companies to acquire Redfin for $1.75B

Redfin is being acquired in an all-stock transaction that values the real estate listing platform at $1.75 billion.

by: Fortune

Stock market implodes as Trump tariffs and recession nightmares spook investors

The president and his economic officials have indicated they are willing to endure short-term pain to reshape America's economy.

by: Insider

Tech-heavy Nasdaq suffers worst day since 2022 in $1 trillion wipeout

The 4% drop in the Nasdaq on Monday marked its worst day in years as Trump refused to rule out recession.

by: Reuters

Musk says juggling DOGE and CEO jobs is difficult, as Tesla shares slump

Elon Musk is running his businesses "with great difficulty" while working with the Trump administration, the Tesla CEO said on Monday in an interview with Fox Business. His remarks followed Tesla losing $130 billion in stock market value in a broad selloff on Wall Street that left the electric car maker's shares at their lowest since October.

by: Time

Why Canada Is Giving Mark Carney a Shot

The former central banker will become the next PM, and many Canadians see him as the best hope in the Trump era.

by: Forbes

How Businesses Can Join Their Banks In The Fight Against Fraud

Here's how businesses can graduate from education and awareness to meaningful action that protects their money—and empowers their banks.

by: Reuters

US rescinds Biden memos prioritizing climate in infrastructure projects

U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy rescinded two memos on Monday issued during the Biden Administration that encouraged states to address how climate change and equity impacts infrastructure projects.

by: Forbes

AI In Wine And Whiskey Investing: Smart Tool Or Sour Strategy?

Thanks to the recent AI boom, many investors are exploring how to use AI technology to navigate these lucrative yet complex markets.

by: Fortune

Here's why the CEOs of major retailers like Walmart, Gap and Target are sounding so calm about Trump's tariff standoff

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by: Insider

Elon Musk said he's running his businesses with 'great difficulty' as Tesla stock falls 15%

Elon Musk said in an interview that running his businesses while working with the White House has not been easy. Tesla stock declined 15% on Monday.

by: Insider

With the stock cut in half, Tesla investors want their CEO back

"It's become clear he's now spending more time on DOGE than anything else," said one analyst of Elon Musk.

by: Forbes

Who Is Mark Carney? Former Goldman Sachs Banker And Trump Critic Is Canada's New Prime Minister.

Canada's new leader previously denounced Trump's planned tariffs on the country, saying Canadians would "stand up to a bully."

by: Fortune

Former Twitch's CEO words of warning to Gen Z interns: Prestigious jobs on paper are 'mostly a trap' and money is a 'constraint'

Emmett Shear warns interns that joining the workforce is full of traps.

by: Reuters

Lloyd's of London expects $2.3 billion in net losses from Los Angeles wildfires

Lloyd's of London said on Monday it expected $2.3 billion in net losses caused by the recent Los Angeles wildfires, as the insurance marketplace reported a dip in underwriting profit for last year.

by: Reuters

IBM wins UK lawsuit against LzLabs over alleged theft of mainframe technology

IBM on Monday won a London lawsuit against U.S. tech entrepreneur and philanthropist John Moores' company LzLabs, which the IT giant accused of stealing trade secrets.

by: Insider

Tech-heavy Nasdaq suffers worst day since 2022 with $1 trillion wiped out

The 4% drop in the Nasdaq on Monday marked its worst day in years as Trump refused to rule out recession.

by: Fortune

The California crisis in homeowners insurance has only one real solution

Real risks to homes remain deeply underpriced—as much as 10 to 20 times state estimates.

by: Insider

The surprising truth about low performers

Studies show that firing low performing employees doesn't "raise the bar" — it actually lowers performance

by: Fortune

Inflation sticker shock is making Gen Z ditch doom spending and revenge travel once and for all

Americans are cutting back on spending due to inflation, but experts say it could boost their money management.

by: Fortune

'Corporate social responsibility' is a flawed concept. What we really need is 'corporate accountability'

Just as children outgrow their focused self-interest, corporate accountability means challenging companies to come of age.
  • Tue, March 11, 2025

by: Newsweek

Amid Recession Fears, Dow Plummets, Nasdaq Has Worst Day Since 2022

Ontario imposes a 25% electricity surcharge on U.S. exports in response to Trump's tariff war, escalating trade tensions. Follow Newsweek's live blog.

by: GOBankingRates

What Are Financial Securities?

Financial securities are tradeable assets that hold value. They're intangible investments that can be traded between two parties.

by: WIBW

GO Topeka launches two new grant programs to help young employees and small businesses

It's that initial investment to get your business to grow, it can be really hard so all the help you can get," Owner & Founder Reliant Apparel Clinton Appelhanz said. Clinton Appelhanz founded Reliant Apparel back in 2011 but he's had some help along the way from GO Topeka grants to make his dreams a reality.

by: Moneycontrol

IIFL Finance Consolidated December 2024 Net Sales at Rs 2,442.58 crore, down 7.74% Y-o-Y

Other Operating Income------Total Income From Operations: 2,442.58: 2,571.90: 2,647.48: EXP

by: CNBC

CNBC Daily Open: U.S. markets tumble as Trump administration dismisses economic fears and stock slump

Aiming to boost the economy, U.S. President Donald Trump is firing off a salvo of policies and causing collateral damage within the country's own borders.

by: Mint

Term loans explained: Types, benefits, and key drawbacks you should know

Term loans provide individuals with necessary funding for immediate capital needs, large purchases, or expansion. They offer quick access to funds with minimal documentation but require strict repayment adherence,

by: KelownaNow

AI, robots, mushroom picking and government grants in Salmon Arm

As proof that AI is everywhere and anywhere at any time, a Salmon Arm-based boutique technology and engineering company is revolutionizing the mushroo.

by: Bloomberg

Regulatory Outlook: What deregulation and simplification mean for regulators in the UK, EU, and Middle East

While there is a new focus on deregulation and simplification for regulators globally, the regulatory landscape is likely to become even more complex as cross border divergence grows, timelines shift and implemented requirements are overhauled.

by: Fortune

Skyrocketing CEO pay can lead to huge corporate culture problems and whistleblowing employees

One person cannot make the company successful. It's only through the employees, through the workforce that things get done."

by: Reuters

Britain's financial watchdog "likely to consult" on motor finance redress

Britain's Financial Conduct Authority on Tuesday said it would likely consult on an industry-wide scheme to compensate motor finance customers if the Supreme Court rules that lenders and brokers should have been more transparent about commissions.

by: Reuters

Nissan board meets Tuesday to discuss whether to replace CEO Uchida

Nissan's board of directors will meet on Tuesday to discuss potential successors to CEO Makoto Uchida, who is under pressure to step down due to the Japanese automaker's worsening earnings performance and failed merger talks with Honda .

by: Reuters

Exclusive: Bank of America eliminates some investment banking roles, sources say

Bank of America eliminated some investment banking roles on Monday, including in New York, according to three sources familiar with the situation who declined to be identified discussing personnel matters.

'Corporate social responsibility' is a flawed concept. What we really need is 'corporate accountability'

Just as children outgrow their focused self-interest, corporate accountability means challenging companies to come of age.
The article from MSN discusses the limitations and flaws of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as a concept, arguing that it often serves more as a public relations tool rather than a genuine commitment to ethical practices. It highlights that CSR initiatives can be superficial, focusing on enhancing a company's image rather than addressing core issues like environmental impact, labor rights, or community welfare in a meaningful way. The piece suggests that what is truly needed is corporate accountability, where companies are legally and financially responsible for their actions. This would involve stricter regulations, transparency in operations, and mechanisms for stakeholders to hold corporations accountable for their social and environmental impacts. The author points out that while CSR might involve voluntary actions like donations or sustainability reports, corporate accountability would enforce mandatory compliance with ethical standards, potentially through legislation or international agreements, ensuring that businesses contribute positively to society beyond just profit-making.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/corporate-social-responsibility-is-a-flawed-concept-what-we-really-need-is-corporate-accountability/ar-AA1ACVWx