Thu, March 20, 2025

by: WKYC

Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne calls Cleveland Browns' Brook Park domed stadium proposal 'a risky bet'

During his press conference, Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne referred to the Browns' $3.4B stadium plan in Brook Park as 'a risk the county shouldn't take.'

by: Forbes

Reconsidering The MBA: Is It Still Worth It?

The skills taught in traditional business programs are increasingly seen as outdated, and employers are shifting their focus to creativity, adaptability and real-world experience.

by: FXStreet

EOS rebrands to Vaulta: Here is what investors should know

EOS (EOS) announces its rebranding to Vaulta and its pivot toward Web3 banking. The change will introduce a banking advisory group composed of financial and blockchain experts. The planned token swap allows EOS holders to exchange their tokens at a 1:1 ratio and is expected to occur by May 2025, pending community approval.

by: GlobalData

Saudi Arabia grants exploration licences to local and international mining companies

Saudi Arabia awarded exploration licenses for 4,788km2 within the mineral-rich regions of Jabal Sayid and Al-Hajjar to several companies.
Wed, March 19, 2025

by: WJCL

Secretary Raffensperger says Pooler's growth comes from small businesses

Raffensperger added that small businesses have a positive impact on the way the city of Pooler is run. "Everything that really happens good in your

by: Investopedia

S&P 500 Gains and Losses Today: Boeing Surges on Several Positive Signals

The S&P 500 added 1.1% on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, as the Fed held interest rates steady, reaffirming plans for future cuts but expressing caution on inflation and growth.

by: CNET

Fed Pauses Interest Rate Cuts. Where Do Mortgage Rates Go From Here?

The Fed's pause could keep mortgage interest rates — which are sensitive to fiscal policy and economic growth — higher for longer. If you're in the market for a new home, average mortgage rates are projected to stay above 6% for a while.

by: Newsweek

Bridging Eastern and Western Values To Evolve Web3

Web3 doesn't belong to any one country or region. To succeed, it must adopt the best practices and mindsets from around the world. Different approaches don't need to be in conflict. In fact, their integration can drive the next wave of innovation.

by: Fortune

Trump's tariffs and policies are putting America's economy at risk: Consumer Technology Association CEO

Higher tariffs are already creating "cost shocks" for businesses, which for many will be passed on to consumers.

by: MarketWatch

Discount retailer Ollie's adds Big Lots stores, and a jewelry seller retreats from malls

Retailers have responded to a long period of inflation with a renewed emphasis on value over less essential products.

by: WYTV

'An amazing culture': Business wins distinguished award

A locally owned and operated home improvement franchise is being recognized once again for its sales, service and volume.

by: Bloomberg

Elon Musk's X Raises Almost $1 Billion in New Equity Funding

Elon Musk's social network X has raised close to $1 billion in new equity from investors in a deal that values the company at roughly $32 billion, according to people with knowledge of the matter — a valuation in line with when Musk took it private in 2022.

by: AOL

March Madness predictions: Cinderellas, upsets, Final Four picks and more for the NCAA men's and women's tournaments

The Madness is here. What can we expect? Our experts weigh in with their Cinderella picks, Final Four teams, title winners and more.

by: CNBC

Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady: What that means for mortgages, credit cards and more

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at the end of its two-day meeting on March 19. Although the central bank is on the sidelines, for now, some consumer loan rates are starting to ease, giving households a little breathing room.

by: IOL

Public comment invited on R100bn draft Transformation Fund for black-owned businesses

Minister Parks Tau has unveiled the R100 billion Draft Transformation Fund aimed at empowering black-owned businesses, now open for public comment until May 7

by: MoneyWeek

Are you paying too much for your stocks and shares ISA?

Analysis by new ISA market entrant Lightyear claims stocks and shares ISA holders are paying more than £800 million extra in "unnecessary account fees," when only holding stocks and ETFs, which can eat into their returns.

by: Cryptopolitan

Gibraltar-based bank introduces Bitcoin-backed loans, offering up to $1M in crypto credit

by: briefly

List of all colleges in Cape Town in 2025: Choose the best college

This list of all colleges in Cape Town will help you if you are looking for the best colleges to pursue your desired course. Choose your perfect fit.

by: SHINE

Shanghai tech firms ride AI wave to revenue growth, global expansion

FinVolution's international business contributed 21.4 percent of its total revenue in the quarter. Powered by AI, it acquired 2.2 million new borrowers outside of China, with a 61 percent year-on-year increase.

by: BristolWorld

Venue Dubbed 'Birthplace of Punk' Chooses Bristol's Xledger as Finance Software System of Choice

Roundhouse in London, which has famously welcomed the likes of The Ramones and The Doors, has successfully deployed Xledger as its new finance software, citing its core system and additional reporting features as a key driver in the procurement process.

by: Lifehacker

The Financial Perks (and Downsides) of Marriage

Love may be blind, but marriage is a long-term investment strategy with variable returns and significant tax implications. Let's take a cold, calculating look at the institution that promises for richer or poorer—and find out which one you're more likely to experience.

by: Zawya

SAEED Center expands with new SRTIP branch to drive investment and accelerate business growth

The expansion aims to streamline business setup, attract further investment, and reinforce the emirate's position as a global economic hub

by: SiliconANGLE

Deloitte hops aboard the agentic AI hype train with Zora AI

Deloitte said Zora AI is available on every major cloud infrastructure platform via a subscription model, and it can be deployed into existing technology systems through various pre-built integrations it has created. The company also offers customization services to adapt the Zora AI agents to more specific client needs.

by: Forbes

Beyond International Women's Day: Six Ways To Accelerate Action In 2025

It's up to all of us to advance women in the workforce and see a more equitable future for our partners, colleagues, sisters and, most importantly, our daughters.

by: Adweek

Unilever's CMO Says AI is Cutting Product Shoot Costs by 50%

Unilever's chief growth and marketing officer Esi Eggleston Bracey has revealed that the company is integrating AI technology in its product shoots-and saving time and money in the process. Today […]

by: Kiplinger

Why Are So Many Retirees Renting Out Rooms In Their Homes, And Should You Join Them?

The number of retirees renting out rooms in their homes has surged, according to a new study. Why would older Americans want to take on roommates, and how does the process work?

by: Insider

I'm a Tesla investor and I've got millions in the company. I think Elon Musk is key to Tesla's success, but it can endure without him.

For most investors, Tesla's fortunes are inextricably tied to its CEO, Elon Musk. But Tsai Capital's Christopher Tsai says the EV giant can endure even if Musk is no longer at its helm. "Elon is clearly a key piece of the story,

by: Newsday

How Trump tariffs could affect home improvement, renovation projects

Whether the price of construction goods does increase, the tariffs have already affected the overall economy — the stock market took a dive upon their implementation — adding further uncertainty for Long Island homeowners in an already uncertain economic period and potentially dampening their ability to access credit.

by: cnbctv18

Bajaj Housing Finance shares surge 6%; Here is why April 15 is key for the stock

Although shares of Bajaj Housing Finance continue to trade well above their IPO price of ₹70, they are still 34% below their post-listing high of ₹188, despite the recent recovery.

by: GOBankingRates

Ally Bank Promotions: Best Offers and Bonuses

Ally Financial is perhaps most well-known for Ally Bank, a full-service bank that offers certificates of deposit, checking and savings accounts, credit cards, mortgages and loans. Ally also minimizes overhead by operating only online,

by: Reuters

Ben & Jerry's says parent Unilever decided to oust ice cream maker's CEO

Ben & Jerry's said its parent, Unilever , decided to oust the ice cream maker's chief executive, Dave Stever, escalating a battle over the subsidiary's independence on social policy issues.

by: Moneycontrol

Sell, buy back and save: Here's how tax harvesting can maximise your returns

Tax harvesting can help investors minimise tax liability by offsetting capital gains with losses, optimising returns and legally reducing taxes, making it a useful tool for tax savings
Tue, March 18, 2025

by: CNN

Trump is claiming credit for plummeting egg costs. So why haven't you noticed lower prices?

The Trump administration is declaring victory for defeating a massive pain point for inflation-weary Americans: Egg prices are plunging.

by: CNA

More residents found higher-skilled jobs in 2024 as resident employment grew: MOM

More residents were employed in growth sectors like financial services and information and communications, while resident employment fell in lower-skilled sectors.

by: KETV

'Business as usual' for Nebraska's urban search and rescue team

NETF-1 is ready to respond to any future federal requests, but their main mission is being a resource for the state and people of Nebraska.

by: Alternet

'Business has been neglected': Longtime Tesla investor demands Elon Musk resign as CEO

Ross Gerber — one of the earliest investors in the Tesla electric vehicle company — is now calling on South African centibillionaire Elon Musk to step down from his role as chief executive. Gerber delivered his remarks on Sky News,

by: SmartAsset

Amortization vs. Depreciation: Differences and Examples

Amortization and depreciation are accounting methods used to allocate the cost of assets over their useful lives. Amortization applies to intangible assets like patents and trademarks. Depreciation deals with tangible assets like buildings,

by: GOBankingRates

Citi Flex Plan: What Is It and How Does It Work?

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: UPI

Nvidia, GM announce strategic business partnership

General Motors Corp. and Nvidia officials have agreed to a business partnership that will help GM more efficiently produce current and next-generation vehicles.

by: Marketplace

Uncertainty drives gold to record prices

Gold has hit a record of $3,000 per ounce thanks to investor uncertainty surrounding the stock market and U.S. treasury.

by: Forbes

AI Agents: From Inception To Today

AI's growing role in business and society demands a deeper understanding of their history, capabilities and limitations.

by: Newsweek

US Business Leaders React To Trump's New Steel And Aluminum Tariffs

The 25 percent duties, which came into effect last week, have drawn concern from sectors reliant on the two metals.

by: Cryptopolitan

Dune Analytics and Artemis stablecoin report on supply, adoption and market trends

by: Zawya

Qatar's corporate finance revenue to exceed $192.30mln in 2025

This growth marks a promising phase for the country's economic development, reflecting the ongoing evolution of Qatar's financial landscape

by: Bloomberg

Indonesian Stock Swoon Rattles Traders, Triggers Circuit Breaker

Indonesian markets reeled Tuesday, as concerns mounted over weakening consumer spending in Southeast Asia's largest economy and President Prabowo Subianto's populist measures.The Jakarta Composite Index slid as much as 7.

by: Fortune

Melinda French Gates says billionaires aren't 'a monolith,' and not all of them need to be on stage touting their accomplishments

Melinda French Gates cautioned the public against seeing billionaires as monoliths, saying instead she tried to raise her children with a sense of normality.

by: Insider

Crypto rewards credit cards available in 2025: Earn crypto rewards on your everyday spending

Crypto rewards credit cards are a trade off — but if you believe prices will continue to rise, it's one worth considering.

by: Reuters

Which global CEOs will be at China Development Forum and potential Xi meet?

Dozens of foreign CEOs will visit Beijing this month for a flagship business conference and some will meet with President Xi Jinping, as China seeks to attract foreign investment to offset U.S. tariffs and sluggish domestic consumption.

The Rise Of Brooklyn: A Real Estate Supercycle In The Making

In New York City, Brooklyn has been on the rise since the global financial crisis reshaped the Big Apple in 2008. The real estate market has reached a new level since the Covid pandemic. Now, a real estate supercycle is on the horizon.

The article from Forbes Finance Council discusses the burgeoning real estate market in Brooklyn, New York, highlighting its transformation into a significant real estate supercycle. It points out that Brooklyn has evolved from being a less expensive alternative to Manhattan into a destination in its own right, attracting a diverse demographic due to its cultural vibrancy, improved infrastructure, and the development of luxury residential and commercial properties. The piece notes the influx of tech companies, creative industries, and young professionals, which has spurred demand for both residential and commercial spaces. Factors contributing to this growth include significant investments in public transport like the L train, waterfront developments, and the overall gentrification of neighborhoods. The article suggests that while this growth presents lucrative opportunities for investors, it also brings challenges such as rising property prices, potential displacement of long-term residents, and the need for sustainable development practices to maintain Brooklyn's unique character.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesfinancecouncil/2025/03/19/the-rise-of-brooklyn-a-real-estate-supercycle-in-the-making/