Tue, March 25, 2025

by: KTVO

Deadline approaches for Ottumwa business owners to apply for Open 4 Business program

Main Street Ottumwa is offering a new opportunity for entrepreneurs as part of the "Open 4 Business" program, which supports existing businesses in over 50 Main Street Iowa communities. The program is seeking businesses to pitch ideas for a chance to receive $25,

by: Fortune

AI improves both individual and team performance, new study finds. Will companies draw the right lessons from it?

The groups were then tasked with coming up with new ideas for consumer products in the various P&G divisions in which they worked (baby care, feminine care, grooming, and oral care). These ideas were then assessed by human judges with both relevant business and technology expertise.

by: TechRadar

"It's our job to deliver constant innovation" - NetSuite head on why it wants to be the operating system for your whole business

The head of OracleNetSuite has laid out his vision of getting business technology to work by ensuring your organization is connected as much as possible.Speaking at the company's SuiteConnect London 2025 event,

by: Insider

Social Security Administration commissioner nominee says he's 'never thought' about privatizing the agency

Democrats during a Senate hearing questioned Frank Bisignano about what they said are haphazard cost-cutting efforts by the White House DOGE office.

by: Newspoint

India to Remove 6% 'Google Tax' from April 1 - A Game Changer for Digital Giants like Meta and X

India Scraps 6% Digital Advertising Tax In a significant policy shift, the Indian government has decided to eliminate the 6% digital advertising tax, commonly known as the 'Google Tax.' This decision is part of the Finance Bill 2025 and is set to take effect from April 1.

by: GlobalData

Morrisons' store and operations cost-cutting move risks 365 jobs

UK supermarket chain Morrisons has unveiled a comprehensive plan to revitalise its business operations as it embarks on the second phase of its strategic renewal programme. The retailer plans to close multiple facilities,

by: Audacy

West Herr WBEN Buffalo Business Report - Tuesday, March 25th, 2025

New York Beer Project must pay $225,000 after settling a discrimination lawsuit, NYSEG to hold a smart meter open house in Lockport, and the Sabres host a sports and entertainment career fair.

by: Entrepreneur

This Business Mistake is Quietly Costing You. Here's How to Catch and Fix It

From slow connections to outdated contracts, bad infrastructure is a silent revenue killer. Here's how to identify and fix these costly problems before they impact your bottom line.

by: Time

How TIME and Statista Determined the Top GreenTech Companies of 2025

The research projects "America's Top GreenTech Companies 2025" and "World's Top GreenTech Companies 2025" are comprehensive analyses conducted to identify the top-performing GreenTech companies in the United States and globally.

by: Investopedia

Honeywell Names Sewell as CEO of Advanced Materials Business

Honeywell International, which announced plans last month to split into three independent companies, said Tuesday it has named David Sewell as the CEO of its advanced materials business.

by: Zawya

QDB unveils partial guarantee investment program to promote investment and empower Qatar's private sector

The program aims to reduce financial risks, encouraging both individual investors and investment groups to invest in tech startups

by: cnbctv18

Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill 2025 with 35 amendments

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman outlined changes aimed at tariff rationalisation and boosting domestic manufacturing while discussing the bill.

by: AOL

How to Get a Business Loan With Bad Credit

Entrepreneurs with poor business credit can still get loans, but their options differ, as lenders weigh both default risk and overall financial health.

by: GOBankingRates

The Ultimate Guide To Purchasing and Financing Investment Properties

Here's what you should know about how to finance real estate investments, from buying property and how to weigh the risks and rewards.

by: News4Jax

10 IRA mistakes to avoid

The only option open to taxpayers at all income levels is a traditional nondeductible IRA, but this subjects investors to two big drawbacks: required minimum distributions (RMDs) and ordinary income tax on withdrawals. Assuming a backdoor Roth IRA will be tax-free

by: CNBC

Software giant SAP becomes Europe's most valuable firm amid German stock market boom

Software-maker SAP became Europe's most valuable company this week, riding a wave of artificial intelligence enthusiasm and German stock market gains. CEO Christian Klein previously told CNBC that SAP had the "richest business data set of all tech companies" which was allowing it to deliver a multitude of new AI services.

by: BuzzFeed

People Are Sharing The Career Advice That Changed Their Lives, And It Will Make You Rethink Everything

"Don't be afraid to stay true to you, know your worth, and at all costs, protect your vibe" View Entire Post ›

by: ProPakistani

Finance Ministry Hiring 6 Experts to Operationalize New Tax Policy Office on IMF Demand

The Ministry of Finance is recruiting six professionals to set up the Tax Policy Office (TPO) for the $7 billion Extended Fund Facility (EFF) agreement

by: CoinDesk

Trump-Backed World Liberty Financial Confirms Dollar Stablecoin Plans with BitGo

The USD1 token will be fully backed by U.S. government securities and cash, with BitGo providing custody services for the reserves.

by: Bloomberg

Fleetio to Acquire Auto Integrate in $1.5 Billion Fleet Deal

Fleetio, a software firm that helps companies manage their vehicle fleets, has raised $450 million in late-stage venture funding to help finance a takeover of maintenance-authorization platform Auto Integrate.

by: Moneycontrol

Finance Bill 2025: New income tax bill to scrapping of equalisation levy - Here's what Nirmala Sitharaman said in Lok Sabha

The Upper House is also expected to take up The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, which has already been passed by the Lok Sabha.

by: Newsweek

UnitedHealthcare 'Pushing' Boundaries of Medicare Fraud, Republican Says

Rep. Greg Murphy (NC-R) discussed Republicans' efforts to reduce Medicare and Medicaid fraud on Fox Business Monda.

by: Kiplinger

Can You Be Fired for Going to Work When You're Contagious?

What's an employer to do when an employee shows up at the office with a cold or the flu and spreads germs to co-workers?

by: BBC

Launceston bank closures a 'disaster' for town

Businesses and bank customers in a town in Cornwall say they are concerned about banking access after three banks announced branches were to close within a month.Lloyds' branch in Launceston is due to close on 12 May,

by: BusinessTech

Big trouble for South Africans earning over R20,000 per month

Confidence amongst South Africans earnings over R20,000 per month has nosedived, with many expecting the economy and their finances to worsen over the next 12 months. The latest FNB/BER Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) dropped from -6 to -20 index points during the first quarter of 2025.

by: Reuters

VW to work with Valeo, Mobileye on driver assistance systems

Volkswagen said on Tuesday it would collaborate with automotive parts suppliers Valeo and Mobileye to develop better driver assistance systems for its cars.

by: Forbes

Why Supervised Believes AI Is The Best Way To Talk To Your Team

Supervised's AI voice agents automate the status updates that managers spend hours getting from their employees, freeing up time for more valuable interactions
Mon, March 24, 2025

by: WBEZ

Mayor Johnson lacks the votes to compel CPS to make city pension payment, giving him days to find the cash

Seven of 20 school board members say they oppose reimbursing the city for the payment, leaving the mayor without enough yes votes. The city has until March 31 to settle its books.

by: CNET

What Happens to the FAFSA and Student Loans if the Department of Education Shuts Down?

You should still fill out the FAFSA if you need help paying for college, but experts warn there could be delays.

by: Fortune

Donald Trump's crypto business launched a dollar coin called USD1: What we know so far

P resident Donald Trump's crypto portfolio continues to grow. His crypto project World Liberty Financial has launched a stablecoin, or a token pegged to a fiat currency like the

by: Forbes

Lobbyist And Government Contractor Bought JD Vance's Home For $170,000 Over Asking Price

The buyer, a Trump appointee during his first term, denies any political motive—calling the $1.9 million deal purely market-driven.

by: Newsweek

DOGE Details Major Changes to Small Business Loans: What To Know

The Small Business Administration guarantees loans for more than 33 million small businesses across the country.

by: Investopedia

How Much Will the 2025 Standard Tax Deduction Actually Save You?

Looking ahead to your 2025 taxes and wondering about standard tax deduction amounts for each filing status? Here's what's changed from the 2024 tax year.

by: WRAL

Fact check: Elon Musk calls Social Security a 'Ponzi scheme'

In an interview with podcaster Joe Rogan, billionaire businessman and White House adviser Elon Musk resurrected a term that Social Security critics have sometimes used to describe the program, calling it a Ponzi scheme.

by: Entrepreneur

Hiring Like Crazy? Ignoring These Processes Could Derail Your Business. Here's What You Need to Know.

Hyper-growth startups will struggle if they ignore people processes. Here's why — and how leaders can ensure their startup's growth is sustainable.

by: CNBC

OpenAI expands COO Brad Lightcap's job to include oversight of business

OpenAI said in a blog post on Monday that COO Brad Lightcap will now oversee "business and day-to-day operations."

by: Week99er

Qubetics Early Buyers Lock 11,437% ROI Potential in the Best Crypto Presale to Invest This Week as Cardano Faces $3.2T Scandal and Solana Pops on U.S. Policy Buzz

Looking for the best crypto presale to invest this week? Qubetics hits $15.4M with huge ROI potential, Cardano battles $3.2T trade volume claims, and Solana pumps on U.S. policy moves.

by: AgWeb

How Your Income Taxes Will Change This Year

Income tax law will change this year, and it will be dramatic. Though the crystal ball right now is fairly cloudy as to the final provisions, the changes will likely be beneficial for most farmers.

by: MarketWatch

My parents own a home that jumped 600% in value and now is worth $500K. I want them to sell it to me for cheaper and avoid tax issues. Who can help?

Have an issue with your financial adviser or looking for a new one? Email questions or concerns to picks@marketwatch.com.

by: Yahoo

Hawaii tax credits scrutinized by state lawmakers

COURTESY CORTEVA AGRISCIENCE / 2022 Corteva Agriscience said in written testimony that 2024's change to the research tax credit threatens growth and sustainability of high-paying research and development jobs and innovation in Hawaii.

by: TechRadar

23andMe is bankrupt and about to sell your DNA, here's how to stop that from happening

As The Telegraph reports, 23andMe was once worth $6 billion but has seen revenue slump in recent years, reflecting a fall in the popularity of DNA testing. Now, with all of its assets on the chopping block, customer DNA data submitted to the company as part of its testing process could be up for sale.

by: Yen

UK targets spending cuts to mend public finances

Britain's Labour government will deliver a highly anticipated fiscal update on Wednesday, with finance minister Rachel Reeves expected to detail billions of pounds of spending cuts to address the

by: Bloomberg

Trade talks ramp up in race to avoid Trump's April 2 tariffs

Countries in the crosshairs of US tariffs are rushing to offer concessions and other defensive responses to White House demands in the final full week before President Donald Trump stages trade "Liberation Day.

by: CoinTelegraph

Ethereum down 57% from its all-time high, but it's still worth more than Toyota

Despite trading at about half its all-time high, Ethereum's market capitalization of around $252 billion exceeds those of major global corporations like Toyota and Disney.

by: Kiplinger

Road Toll Scam Texts are Still Going Around. Here's What to Look Out For

The link is made to look like it comes from your state's toll service name. If you received a text that seems to be a scam, the FBI suggests you file a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) including the phone number you received the text from and the website URL used in the text.

by: TheStreet

Business Exit Planning: A Comprehensive Guide for Private Company Owners

Discover 6 effective ways to exit your private company, from selling to family transfer and ESOPs. Learn how to plan ahead, value your business and ensure a successful transition.

by: Insider

Snap's CEO sets new hires up to fail on their 1st day. He says it makes them more creative.

Snap CEO Evan Spiegel says he gives new hires an "almost impossible" task on their first day. Here's why.

by: Reuters

China touts business potential to US companies despite 'rising instability'

China's economy tsar, Vice Premier He Lifeng, sought to reassure foreign CEOs of the country's business potential, describing the economy as highly resilient, while global investment banks cautiously raised their 2025 outlook for the country.

Big trouble for South Africans earning over R20,000 per month

Confidence amongst South Africans earnings over R20,000 per month has nosedived, with many expecting the economy and their finances to worsen over the next 12 months. The latest FNB/BER Consumer Confidence Index (CCI) dropped from -6 to -20 index points during the first quarter of 2025.

The article from BusinessTech discusses the financial challenges faced by South Africans earning over R20,000 per month due to the rising cost of living and increasing interest rates. Despite their relatively high income, these individuals are finding it increasingly difficult to manage their finances as expenses like fuel, food, and electricity continue to escalate. The article highlights that even with salaries above this threshold, many are struggling with debt, particularly as interest rates rise, making loans and credit more expensive. It also points out that the middle class is shrinking, with many being pushed into lower income brackets due to economic pressures. The piece suggests that financial planning, budgeting, and possibly seeking additional income sources are becoming essential for this demographic to maintain their standard of living.

Read the Full BusinessTech Article at:
https://businesstech.co.za/news/finance/818030/big-trouble-for-south-africans-earning-over-r20000-per-month/