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Households saved Rs 11K per year due to increasing affordability of thalis: Survey
Eco Survey finds that cost of vegetarian thali reduced significantly since 2015-16 though the price rose in 2019.
Dilemma as Mid Devon District Council faces £1.4million budget gap in 2023
"Unless any savings proposals are forthcoming, we will need to look to reserves to close the residual budget gap"
TCG BDC: The Case Of The Unattractive High Yield
Sporting a high dividend yield of 12.40%, TCG BDC stock may be on many investors’ watch list.The company regularly pays dividends and repurchases shares every quarter, but funds for these activities a
Kristina Mladenovic, Timea Babos reclaim Australian Open doubles title
Tennis News: France's Kristina Mladenovic and Timea Babos of Hungary upset top seeds Hsieh Su-wei and Barbora Strycova to win their second Australian Open women's
Economic Survey sets the tone for Budget 2020
The Survey's theme is 'Wealth Creation'
Key takeaways from Economic Survey 2020
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday tabled economic survey projecting the country’s economic growth at 6-6.5% for the next fiscal year starting April 1.
Govt spend on social services up by 1.5% in six years: Eco Survey
According to the Survey, as a proportion of gross domestic product (GDP), the expenditure on social services has registered an increase of 1.5 percentage points during the period 2014-15 to 2019-20 from 6.2% to 7.7%, it said.
New Harvard Research Reveals a Sad Truth: Men Are Still More Likely to Get Promoted When They Schmooze, but Women Are Not
Science says schmoozing with the boss can help you get a raise or promotion. As long as both of you are men.
Assemble in India for world can raise export market by 6 per cent by 2030: Economic Survey
India must focus on a group of industries, referred to as “network products”, where production processes are globally fragmented and controlled by leading multi-national enterprises (MNEs) within thei
SSE on course despite slight lag in renewables
Energy giant SSE marked its first quarter out of the household energy sector by saying that it is on course to deliver on its earnings target for the year.
Mongolia closes border to China until March 2 to stop virus
ULAANBAATAR (Reuters) - Mongolia will close all ports of entry from and into China until March 2 to try to prevent the spread of the coronavirus epidemic, the government said on Friday.
Australia on standby for fire threat as heat, winds return
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Australian authorities warned on Friday of severe fire danger in densely populated areas this weekend, declaring a state of emergency in the capital, Canberra, as soaring temperatures and strong whipped up huge, unpredictable blazes.
SBI records 41 per cent jump in Q3 net profit at Rs 5,583 crore
The bank says this is the highest ever quarterly net profit recorded by it
Pound Sterling Powers into Month-End Against Euro and Dollar
The British Pound heads into month end with momentum owing to a decision by the Bank of England to keep interest rates unchanged
Financial watchdog to investigate M&C Saatchi accounting scandal
The Financial Conduct Authority has launched an inquiry into the £11.6m accounting error revealed in December.
ANALYSIS | Shamila Batohi’s NPA: The state of play one year on
Public frustration over the lack of prosecutions for those involved in the grand corruption that characterised state capture is understandable, writes Gareth Newham
Asia shares try to rally after gut-wrenching week
Asian share markets were praying for a reprieve at the end of a punishing week as investors snatched at hopes the coronavirus could be contained, ...
Q4 GDP: A Quick First Look
Quarterly real GDP growth came in slightly hotter than I expected at 2.1%.The single-biggest mover was the total collapse in real imports, down 8.7%.Consumption is way down. Real core PCE growth was 2
Lottery Commission gives new guidelines to operators
ABUJA---THE National Lottery Regulatory Commission (NLRC), in furtherance of its efforts to strengthen its regulatory functions in the sect
GDP Prints At 2.1%, But Strong Export Data Is Anomalous; Likely To Be Revised Downward
Most of the 2.1% print came from Net Exports (NEX), but the lead of that was a technical increase from IMPORTS (which normally REDUCE GDP) .NEX is the component of GDP that, historically, is most revi
Council leader dismisses quality of life table putting Dundee 29th out of 32 Scottish districts
New figures ranking Scottish local authority areas based on quality of life have been dismissed as “not necessarily robust”.
Plague Big Opportunity, Rat Says
U.S. Commerce Department ghoul Wilbur Ross gloated about his belief the ongoing coronavirus outbreak in China is good for JOBS! JOBS! JOBS! in an appearance on Fox Business on Thursday morning, even as the confirmed number of cases and deaths keep rising and experts worry of sustained global spread....
Economic Survey 2020 forecasts India GDP growth at 6-6.5% for FY21
Economic Survey 2020: According to the survey, uncertainties, although declining, are still elevated due to protectionist tendencies of China and USA and rising USA-Iran geo-political tensions
Shareholder Capitalism Isn't Dead, It Just Changed Its Name to Stakeholder Capitalism
In our headlong search for what comes after shareholder capitalism, we have at long last discovered that stakeholder capitalism is still the same capitalism. And that's good news.
Brexit day: United Kingdom casts off from the European Union
LONDON: The United Kingdom leaves the European Union on Friday for an uncertain Brexit future, its most significant geopolitical move since the loss of empire and a blow to 70 years of efforts to forge European unity from the ruins of two world wars.
Australian Open: Mladenovic-Babos beat top seeds Su-wei-Strycova to win women’s doubles title
Kristina Mladenovic and Timea Babos claim their third Grand Slam title together and 10th overall.
Nifty call: Go long on strong rally above 12,050 levels with fixed stop-loss
Nifty 50 February futures (12,025)Following a positive start, the Sensex and Nifty began to decline due to selling interest at higher levels. The Asian markets are displaying mixed cues; the Nikkei 22
India must follow China's growth model to create jobs, suggests Economic Survey 2020
Economic Survey 2019-20: India can create 4 crore well-paid jobs by 2025 and 8 crore by 2030 by integrating "Assemble in India for the world" into Make in India
60 lakh informal workers, small traders enrolled under new pension schemes: President
Last year, the government launched Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) and Pradhan Mantri Laghu Vyapari Maan-dhan Yojana (PM-LVM) for providing assured minimum pension of Rs 3,000 per month.
Major developments for Cullompton and Tiverton go to consultation
Plans for 500 homes and Cullompton regeneration go to the public
A few tips to boost sales of new cars
Levying road tax for five-year periods, making the registration process online, and ensuring dealerships sell spare parts across the counter and online are among steps that will help reduce the cost of ownership
6,500 hospital workers to strike unless gov’t closes border with mainland: union
Around 6,500 nurses and doctors have pledged to go on strike unless the government completely closes the border with the mainland in order to stem the spread of the potentially fatal Wuhan coronavirus Representatives of the recently formed...
Narrabri farmers feel 'sold out' by federal-NSW energy deal that boosts gas supply
NSW environment minister insists government will not ‘cut corners’ in assessing Santos’s controversial coal-seam gas project at Narrabri
Amazon blows past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations (AMZN)
Amazon shares soared as much as 11% in early Friday trading, driving the company's market valuation above $1 trillion for the first time since J...
SiteMinder-backed research reveals an increasingly tech-savvy independent hotelier on the rise
LONDON, UK – New research backed by SiteMinder reveals that today’s independent hoteliers have a greater awareness and appetite around technology when it comes to their marketing and distribution strategies. According to eHotelier’s Marketing & Distribution 2020 Journal, 68.4 percent of independent hotels already have a digital marketing strategy implemented for their business and a further 24.4 percent intend to implement their strategy over the coming year. Only 7.2 percent of independent hoteliers do not understand the relevance of a digital marketing
US raises USD 7.6 billion in auction of 37, 39, 47 GHz bands for 5G
The US FCC announced it's completed the auction of the upper 37 GHz, 39 GHz and 47 GHz bands, which started on 10 December 2019. The auction of 5G spectrum attracted total bids of USD 7.56 billion, and bidders won 99.9 percent of the licences on offer.
Dundee mental health support scheme hailed as national success story
The success of a new approach to supporting mental health issues in Dundee has been hailed as a national success.
Omnibus bill on job creation: Our last bus to demographic bonus
Something that President Jokowi could have emphasized again and again since he broached the omnibus bill plans in his Independence Day speech in August, is that these pieces of legislation are essential if Indonesia is going to cash in on the demographic dividend — a phenomenon that occurs when the size of the working-age population of between 14 and 65 years outnumbers dependents.
Indigenous people left landless as traditional farming wanes in northeast India
By Rina ChandranSHILLONG, India, Jan 31 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - T ribal people in northeastern India are increasingly becoming landless and poor as their traditional farming practices are abandoned in favour of commercial plantations, indigenous experts warned on Friday."Jhum" is the practice by tribal groups in the northeastern states of rotating land use for temporary farming, resulting in parts of forest land cleared and cultivated to grow foods.After three years, the cultivated field is left to regenerate while another area is cleared.
Buy local products for 'better tomorrow'; efforts on to make India $5 tn economy: Prez Kovind
President Ram Nath Kovind on Friday exhorted people to use locally manufactured products for a "better tomorrow" as he reiterated the government's commitment to make India a USD 5 trillion economy.
Wipro CEO Abidali Neemuchwala decides to step down
Neemuchwala has served as the CEO and MD of Wipro since February 2016. Prior to that, he was the CEO of the BPO division of Tata Consultancy Services Limited
Brexit day: Britain quits EU and steps into transition twilight zone
The United Kingdom formally leaves the European Union this evening for an uncertain Brexit future.
Sasol expects earnings to collapse 69%
Oil price, softer global margins and Lake Charles project weighs on first-half earnings
Wipro CEO and Managing Director Abidali Z Neemuchwala steps down
Neemuchwala cited ‘family commitments’ as the reason for his resignation.
Update on ICAO’s efforts in the international Coronavirus response
MONTREAL – ICAO is continuing to assist in the coordination of the international response to the Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak through the ICAO Collaborative Arrangement for the Prevention and Management of Public Health Events in Civil Aviation, or ‘CAPSCA’ network of governments and international organizations. ICAO is also directly transmitting Electronic Bulletins on the Coronavirus to its Member States, and these are also made available for public view on the CAPSCA website. With the World Health Organization (WHO) now classifying the Coronavirus
Crisil upgrades Jindal Steel's NCD ratings to positive on restart of plant
Upgrade reflects improvement in JSPL's business risk profile over medium term
'I suffer through it': how US workers cope without paid sick leave
The US is one of just a few high-income countries globally that do not guarantee sick leave, forcing many to work when they are not medically fit to do so
Full text: President Ram Nath Kovind’s address to joint sitting of Parliament
"The Citizenship Amendment Act is a historic law. It has fulfilled wishes of our founding fathers including Mahatma Gandhi," President ram Nath Kovind said.
Outa, Saapa want Dudu Myeni to be declared delinquent director for life
Dudu Myeni must be declared a delinquent director for the rest of her life for allegedly plunging SAA into financial chaos ...
GBP/USD keeps the mixed outlook unaltered – UOB
Cable is expected to extend the broader consolidative mood amidst the prevailing mixed outlook, suggested FX Strategists at UOB Group. Key Quotes 24-h
Billionaire Lawrence Stroll takes stake in Aston Martin
Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll will take an up to 20 percent stake in Aston Martin for nearly 200 million pounds (US$$263 million) as the ailing carmaker raises funds after a sales drop put pressure on its finances, Reuters reports. Famed for being fictional secret agent James Bond’s car of choice, the 107-year-old company’s share price…
Economic Survey suggests widening scope of Make in India to create 4 crore jobs by 2025
This can be done by integrating “assemble in India for the world” into Make in India.
Coveney claims Brexit will 'dominate Irish politics' as UK prepares to leave the EU tonight
He also said there will be no discussions on a trade deal if there is not a ‘level playing field’.
Big share sale target in FY21? AI, BPCL, CCRI plus some more
Dalal Street analysts expect disinvestment proceeds to touch Rs 50,000 crore in FY20.
Union Budget 2020: Govt Tables Economic Survey, Pegs Growth Rate at 6-6.5% For FY 2020-21
The growth rate for the current financial year, ending March 31, was 5%, the Economic Survey, prepared by Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) Arvind Subramanian said. The Survey added that the rate of inflation declined from 3.2% in April 2019 to 2.6% in December 2019.
Shire of Esperance council green-light nature camp plans
Plans for a nature-based camp park will move forward with conditions, after a unanimous vote by the Shire of Esperance council on January 28. About ten years...
Ethereum Event Attracts Global Energy Giant Sponsor, ETH Prices Up 7%
A large Ethereum gathering in the US next month is attracting some big named sponsors as BP adds its name to the list.
SBI Q3 result: Lender logs 41% YoY rise in profit at Rs 5,583 cr; NPAs dip
During the quarter under review, the bank's credit book grew 6.79% YoY to Rs 23.01 trillion, up from Rs 21.55 trillion. The retail loans have jumped 17.49% YoY, while corporate loans slipped 0.48%
SK hynix’s 2019 operating profit plunges 87%
South Korean chipmaker SK hynix’s operating profit in 2019 plummeted 87 percent to 2.7 trillion won ($2.2 billion), amid the continued fall in memory chip prices and lower demand, according to its earnings report released Friday. The world’s second-biggest memory provider raised 26.9 trillion won in annual sales last year, a 33.3 percent plunge from 2018. The net profit nosedived 87 percent to 2.02 tril...
US SEC Commissioner defends proposal on shareholder voting rules
A top official at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on Thursday defended an agency shareholder voting proposal amid "misconception" ...
Years of red ink before Sargon's downfall
The holding company of high-powered fintech superannuation group Sargon Capital lost nearly $25 in the two years before it tumbled into receivership, and it is yet to file accounts for last financial year.
Vedanta implements resolution plan to bag Ferro Alloys via NCLT route
Company's foray into ferro alloy business to strengthen its steel business portfolio
Eco Survey: Thalinomics in times of rising prices: Veg, non-veg thalis more affordable
Using the annual earnings of an average industrial worker, it is found that affordability of vegetarian thalis improved 29 per cent from 2006-07 to 2019-20 while that for non-vegetarian thalis improved by 18 per cent.
Pakistan halts China flights amid coronavirus outbreak
LONDON: The United Kingdom leaves the European Union on Friday for an uncertain Brexit future, the most significant change to its place in the world since the loss of empire and a blow to 70 years of efforts to forge European unity from the ruins of war. The country will slip away an hour before midnight from the club it joined in 1973, moving into the no man’s land of a
SBI Q3 results: Profit jumps 41% to Rs 5,583 crore; asset quality shows big improvement
Percentage of net NPAs stood at 2.65 per cent compared with 3.95 per cent last year.
IBM CEO Ginni Rometty retires
The company’s chairman, president and chief executive officer will be replaced by Arvind Krishna.
Ezekiel Mutua Splashes Millions on His Barber
The Kenya Film Classification Board (KFCB) boss opened up on the heart-melting story of how he worked with the struggling youth to...
Pakistan mulls deal with Turkey on dual nationality
Interior Minister retired Brig Ijaz Shah says a draft is under consideration
CFPB Sues Citizens Bank For Violating Truth In Lending Act
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has filed a lawsuit against Citizens Bank over alleged violations of the Truth In Lending Act (TILA).
Tokyo stocks close higher after WHO virus ruling
TOKYO, Jan 31 — Tokyo stocks closed higher today after the World Health Organisation declared the new coronavirus an international emergency but held off on recommending restrictions on the movement of people. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index gained 0.99 per cent, or 227.43 points, to end at...
Pakistan plans to ink dual citizenship deal with Turkey
Pakistan on Thursday said a plan is being considered regarding the signing of an agreement with Turkey to allow dual citizenship for citizens of the two...
Amazon’s latest milestone: 150 million Prime members
Amazon said part of the reason for the jump in Prime members is its promise to deliver more of its goods in one day instead of the two.
Finance minister: 18pc discount for PLUS toll charges starts tonight
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The 18 per cent Projek Lebuhraya Utara Selatan (PLUS) toll highway discount begins tonight, said Finance Minister Lim Guan Eng today. Lim reiterated Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad’s announcement that the Cabinet has decided to restructure PLUS’ concession...
Banking Association Reassures Lebanese their Deposits Are Safe
The head of the Association of Banks in Lebanon, Salim Sfeir, has made assurances that deposits are safe and that the temporary measures were only aimed at managing the current crisis. “Things will soon return to normal as the new government begins t
Posco’s operating profit down 30% in 2019 amid industry downturn
South Korean steel giant Posco said Friday its operating profit dropped 30.2 percent in 2019 from the previous year, amid the overall industry downturn and protectionism by major trading partners. The steelmaker said its revenue stood at 64.3 trillion won ($53.9 billion), down 0.9 percent on-year. The operating profit posted at 3.86 trillion won, while net profit was 1.98 trillion won last year. The operating margin...
Economic Survey 2020 has a clear message for Nirmala Sitharaman
Growth in the current fiscal year would come in at 5 per cent, as per Economic Survey.
Public sector bank services hit as employees union go on 2-day strike
Bank strike: Services like cash deposit, withdrawal, cheque clearances, instrument issuance and loan disbursement of public sector banks are affected.
Brexit uncertainty among French diaspora in London’s ‘Frog Valley’
French nationals living in the UK greeted Britain’s January 31 exit from the EU with Gallic resignation and trepidation over the administrative procedures to come.
Marico slips 6%, hits 52-week low on disappointing December quarter results
In Q3FY20, consolidated revenue from operations declined 2 per cent YoY at Rs 1,824 crore.
Babos and Mladenovic win Australian Open women's doubles
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Timea Babos and Kristina Mladenovic won their second Australian Open women’s doubles crown in three years on Friday, beating top seeds Hsieh Su-Wei and Barbora Strycova 6-2 6-1.
Prime Minister Johnson Poised for Canada-Style UK-EU Free Trade Deal After Brexit – Report
The UK’s withdrawal from the EU on Friday will be followed by an 11-month transition period, during which Britain will remain committed to the existing trade deals with the bloc, but will be able to negotiate new such agreements with EU members and other countries.
Uganda Tourism Institute worth Uhs380b to open in July
Uganda’s State Minister for Tourism Godfrey Kiwanda has said that the Hotel and Tourism Training Institute Application Hotel located in Jinja is nearing completion and will be officially opened in July. The construction of the application hotel is being undertaken under the Competitiveness and Enterprise Development Project, funded by Government of Uganda (USD. 2.5m), World Bank (USD. 100m) and coordinated by the Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU). Former Tourism Minister Prof. Ephraim Kamuntu (Now the Minister of Judiciary and Constitutional Affairs) on April 10th 2018, led a team of Government officials and other partners for a groundbreaking ceremony that kickstarted construction works for the new application hotel for Uganda Hotel and Tourism Training Institute in Jinja. The construction contract was awarded to Roko Construction Limited under the supervision of Arch Design Limited for a duration of 12 months. Kiwanda who was officiating at the Institute’s Alumni Association launch hosted in Kampala…
Rishad Premji writes to employees, lauds Abidali Neemuchwala’s contributions
Wipro announced this morning that its CEO and MD Neemuchwala has resigned due to family commitments and he would stay on until a successor was appointed.
Two loan products launched by Indian Bank
Indian Bank on Thursday announced the launch of two products - Surya Shakthi, for roof top solar set up for captive consumption and Corporate Loan, a finance product in aid of units under stress for w
EUR/USD comes under pressure below 1.1030 ahead of data
After moving to the 1.1030/35 band, or daily highs, EUR/USD appears to have met some sellers and is now giving away part of those earlier gains. EUR/U
SK Hynix, Inc. (HXSCL) Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
SK Hynix, Inc. (OTC:HXSCL) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call January 30, 2020, 07:00 PM ET Company Participants Sanghoon Park - Head of IR Jin-Seok Cha - CFO Conference Call Participants Hyunwoo Doh -
Salesman 'left householder in tears' in row over cancelled order, court hears
A man in his 70s who had survived a heart bypass and prostate cancer was reduced to tears by an aggressive salesman from a home improvement company when he tried to cancel an order for a new conservatory roof, a court heard.
11 Ways to Communicate So Employees Understand Their Benefits
Here's how to share useful information that engages employees
ONGC’s gas pipeline in A.P’s KG Basin leaks, no damage reported
Villagers spot it on Friday morning and alert officials; ONGC team rushes and cuts off supply
Link to buy Pepper European Servicing unit for up to €200m
Pepper Ireland unit manages €18bn of assets, including 60,000 residential mortgages
Economic Survey highlights: FY20 fiscal deficit target may need relaxation
GDP growth pegged at 6-6.5 per cent in financial year starting April 1, up from 5 per cent in current fisca
Economic Survey pegs GDP growth at 6-6.5% in next fiscal
Government must use its strong mandate to deliver expeditiously on reforms, it says
Bank Negara says sentiments in global financial markets positive in Dec
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Sentiments in the global financial markets in December were positive amid prospects of easing global trade tensions, said Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) today. The central bank said investor’s risk appetite improved following the announcement and subsequent signing of a phase...
When are the Eurozone Preliminary CPIs/ GDP and how could they affect EUR/USD?
Eurostat will publish the first estimate of Eurozone inflation and growth figures for January and Q4 respectively at 1000 GMT today. The headline CPI
Economic Survey calls for $1.4 trillion infra spending during FY2020-2025
Investment in infrastructure is necessary for the economy, as power shortages, inadequate transport and poor connectivity affects overall growth performance, as per the Survey
Shares struggle for footing after virus-battered week
World share markets fought to regain their footing on Friday as investors clutched at hopes that China could contain the coronavirus, even as ...
GDP edges up 0.1 per cent
The Canadian economy edged higher in November, reversing most the decline seen in October, as cold weather helped boost the utilities sector and the construction and retail sectors also gained ground.
What could derail the long-awaited property market recovery?
PROPERTY experts are hopeful 2020 will be the year the Perth market returns to growth.
Coronavirus: Amazon, Microsoft Employ Thousands of China-Born Employees
The huge population of China-born professionals in the United State is prompting many companies to ask them not to travel to China.
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Corporation tax cut to benefit 1% firms, SMEs paying lower tax: Eco Survey
With economic slowdown resulting in slippages in direct and indirect tax collections, the Survey said the next financial year is expected to pose challenges on the fiscal front
Fused entity to have enough cash to loan private players: PFC on REC merger
PFC and REC can separately lend up to 25 per cent of their net worth to a single borrower/ project, and lending to a group borrower could be 40 per cent, PFC informed the BSE
Oh! GDP grew only 6.1% - not 6.8% - last fiscal, says MOSPI
GDP figures for financial year 2017-18 were also revised downwards to 7 per cent, from 7.17 per cent reported earlier
Anne Cox Chambers, wealthy newspaper heiress, dies at 100
Anne Cox Chambers, a newspaper heiress, diplomat and philanthropist who was one of the country's richest women, has died at the age of 100.
5 People Raila Hangs Out With in Private
Despite being at the helm of Kenyan politics, Raila Odinga still has an inner circle that includes...
Firearms used by armed groups in Nigeria are smuggled from Turkey, Libya, others – Report
AFTER a three-year study carried out by the Conflict Armament Research, CAR, an independent investigative organisation based in the UK,
Woodford Income Focus fund to reopen in February
£268m fund was frozen in October after stockpicker’s business imploded
CVS Stock Is a Long-Term Hold, but It’s not a Buy Ahead of Earnings
CVS Health's 2018 acquisition of Aetna will likely boost CVS stock in 2020, but volatiity around earnings date is possible.
Luxury home prices in Manhattan have tumbled to their lowest level in years, and it proves that sellers are still struggling to offload prime real estate, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The price threshold for Manhattan luxury homes fell to $3.8 million at the end of 2019 — the lowest it's been since 2013.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Chief presidential adviser discusses post-Brexit period with UK counterparts
Turkey's chief presidential adviser Gülnur Aybet met with foreign policy and strategy advisors of the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Friday,...
'Not being used properly': MYOB, Xero look to invoice finance amid supply chain scrutiny
The industry built around speeding up payment times for small business looks set to grow.
Hong Kong’s disruption is Sydney’s opportunity
Hot Property
General Electric Slams It Out Of The Park
Contrary to fears from many market participants, General Electric appears to be turning a corner.The company's latest release reveals strong performance when it comes to cash flow and good results mov
Bank of Lithuania Looks into Central Bank Digital Currency
Bank of Lithuania may be the next entity to look into Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), after multiple banks worldwide have expressed interest. All
Chesapeake Energy Bulls Are Asking the Wrong Question
From logical deduction, the environment must be pressured beyond belief. Thus, I can’t see CHK stock doing anything but eroding in the long run.
Economic Survey 2020: GDP Growth Projected At 6-6.5 Per Cent In FY21; Growth Resurgence From Second Half Of FY20
The Economic Survey 2019-20 was tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in the parliament today (31 January). The survey projects the Indian Economy to grow at a rate of 6 to 6.5 per cent in the upcoming Financial Year 2020-21.
Understanding ‘Thalinomics’, or the economics of a plate of food in India
Analysing this data, the survey found that since 2015-16, there was a change in the dynamics of ‘thali’ prices.
Perth energy firm SSE ‘on course’ to deliver targets
Perth-based energy giant SSE said it expected to meet its full year targets yesterday despite its renewable energy output falling 5% behind forecasts for the first nine months of the year.
How I've explored 13 countries in a wheelchair
There's a lot of stress when it comes to travelling with a disability. But don't let that subtract from a good time or stifle an adventurous spirit.
Luxury home prices in Manhattan have tumbled to their lowest level in years, and it proves that sellers are still struggling to offload prime real estate
The price threshold for Manhattan luxury homes fell to $US3,816,835 in the fourth quarter of 2019, according to a report by the real-estate listing platform, StreetEasy.
Citi Unveils Digital Investment Platform “Citi Wealth Builder”
Citi announced on Thursday the launch of its new tool Citi Wealth Builder, which is described as a digital investing platform with professionally managed portfo
Govt Revises GDP Growth For 2018-19 to 6.1 Per Cent From 6.8 Per Cent
Earlier in the day, the Economic Survey presented by chief economic advisor (CEA) Krishnamurthy Subramanian projected revival of economic growth to 6-6.5 per cent in the next fiscal starting April 1, 2020.
3 Straight Quarters Of 2%, And Yet Each One Very Different
For the year, the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) puts total real output at $19.07 trillion, or annual growth of 2.33% and down from 2.93% in 2018.Imports are down so sharply because the domestic pa
A passion for the past offers buildings a new future
Christopher Morgan has combined his passions for archaeology and a special heritage house.
Budget 2020: Earn less than Rs 10 lakh? Here's what you can expect
Budget 2020: There have been talks about government levying 10% income tax on income above Rs 5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh and 20% for income above Rs 10 lakh to Rs 20 lakh
Possible disruption to water supply in Tallanstown on Monday - Talk of the Town
Homeowners and businesses in Tallanstown may suffer disruption to their water supply this Monday. This is due to mains repair works due to be carried out in the Rathbrist area of the village from 10.30am to 6pm on the day. Irish Water has advised that those affected may experience low pressure or a water outage...Read More→
Germany expects coronavirus vaccine within months
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany’s research minister said on Friday she expected a vaccine for coronavirus to be developed within months.
Non-cash payments under I-T Act: 7 electronic modes get CBDT nod
BHIM, UPI, debit/credit cardsand net banking make the cut
USD/CAD eases from tops, still well bid near 200-DMA post-US/Canadian data
The USD/CAD pair trimmed a part of its early gains to seven-week tops, albeit still managed to hold with modest daily gains above the 1.3200 mark post
Overstock’s tZERO to Launch Broker Dealer in First Half of 2020
Overstock’s blockchain arm tZERO aims to launch a cryptocurrency market broker dealer service in the first half of 2020.
Richa Chadha On Pay Disparity In Bollywood: “It’s Really The Number Of Bums You Put On The Seats”
Actress Richa Chadha as spoken on pay disparity in the Hindi film industry and said that the day all actors are able to bring in equal business at the box-office, the problem will cease to exist."I
Unilever considers selling tea brands as UK hot tea sales are on a downward trend
Following on from the recent news (30th Jan 2020) of Unilever looking to sell their PG Tips and Lipton brands, Arian Bassari, Consumer Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data analytics company, offers his view on these developments.
Treasury Wine Estates shareholders back company's US presence
Long-term Treasury Wine Estates shareholder Tribeca wants the company to maintain a presence in the US but would like to see its commercial business divested.
Nigeria under serious security threat now than ever – Archbishop
The Archbishop of Enugu Ecclesiastical Province, Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Emmanuel Chukwuma, has raised alarm over
‘Big four’ banks turn into ‘big two’ - VietNamNet
With Vietcombank making up 40 percent of total profit of four state-owned banks, the competition among the ‘big four’ banks has been reduced to the ‘big two’.
Brexit Britain Fails at First Step: Its Farewell Party
LONDON—So, this is it. After 47 years of membership, Britain is finally leaving the European Union on Friday. It may have taken 1,316 days of screaming at each other since the referendum, and claimed the careers of two prime ministers, but at 11 p.m. the 17 million people who voted for Brexit three years
Budget Session 2020 Highlights: GDP growth rate for 2018-19 revised downwards to 6.1 per cent
Parliament Budget Session 2020, Economic Survey 2020 Highlights: The Economic Survey 2019-2020, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, projected the economic growth of 6 to 6.5 per cent in the fiscal year starting April 1.
Markets Recoil as Economic Survey Stokes Fiscal Slippage Fears
The 30-share BSE Sensex closed 190.33 points, or 0.47 per cent, lower at 40,723.49. Likewise, the broader NSE Nifty shed 73.70 points, or 0.61 per cent, to finish at 11,962.10.
Boots 70 per cent off sale - what are the best bargains?
Better than half price bargains to be had - but be quick!
Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts’ earnings expectations
Amazon shares tore as much as 11% higher in early Friday trading, pushing the company’s market valuation above $1 trillion for the first time since July.
Africa pushes ahead on the world’s largest free-trade zone
The African Union is backing the Africa Continental Free Trade Area.
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NZD/USD finds support near 0.6450, stages modest recovery
The NZD/USD pair closed the fifth straight trading day in the negative territory on Thursday and extended its slide on Friday to touch its lowest leve
The Daily Chase: Stocks under pressure as virus spreads; GDP inches higher
Global stocks are coming back under pressure this morning as investors interpret the latest wave of coronavirus headlines. Meanwhile, the Canadian economy unexpectedly expanded in November.
Property sales catapult American Savings’ earnings | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
American Savings Bank’s earnings soared 30% in the fourth quarter after recognizing an after-tax gain of $7.7 million from the sales of its former headquarters at the Financial Plaza of the Pacific and its Mililani Service Center.
Construction boss jailed after illegal migrants found working on Midland Metropolitan Hospital
Illegal migrants were found working on the crisis-hit Midland Metropolitan Hospital site after a Home Office-led investigation.
Call for ‘vacancy control’ to curb Vancouver rental rates
Housing advocates are concerned that the trend toward jacking up rents once units vacate will result in further displacement
How to get one of 7000 first home grants
Those eligible can purchase with as little as 5 per cent of the property’s value, saving up to $26,000 in not buying insurance, but it's 'complicated’.
US: Annual core PCE Price Index ticked up to 1.6% in December as expected
Inflation in the United States, as measured by the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, rose 0.3% on a monthly basis in December follo
Indiabulls to exit realty biz, merge with entity led by Embassy, Blackstone
In the past two years, IBREL has sold commercial assets to Blackstone for around Rs 12,250 crore
Bank strike paralyses work
Bank employees owing allegiance to various constituent unions of the United Forum of Bank Unions (UFBU) boycotted work in the erstwhile composite Khammam district on Friday, the first day of the two-d
Boris Johnson to host Downing Street party to celebrate Brexit
Ministers and advisers will toast departure with English wine and British-sourced food
How mortgage broking was saved from near death
The Hayne recommendations nearly finished off mortgage brokers a year ago. Today, their services are more in demand than ever.
What to do when you want to apply for an internal position at your company
When applying for an internal role try to resist the temptation to treat the process more informally than you might an external role.
Mining sector's GDP share sees decline due to disruptions in Goa, Karnataka
Closure of mines and disruptions due to changes in legislations has thrown the sector out of gear, curtailing production and endangering jobs
Economic Survey: IBC reduces resolution time to 340 days from 4.3 years
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), which came into force in 2016, provides for market-linked and time-bound resolution of stressed assets
Day 1 of Parliament’s Budget Session sees protests against CAA-NRC-NPR
President’s address to Parliament has become a platform to legitimise government’s blunders, says Congress’ Ahmed Patel
Hindustan Unilever Q3: Steady performance amidst the slowdown
Despite the ongoing consumption slowdown, Hindustan Unilever has been able to maintain the same 5 per cent year-on-year growth in volumes in each of the last three quarters. It has been able to hold v
Airtel, Telkom Now Want CAK Merger Conditions Reviewed
Airtel and Telkom Kenya now want merger conditions set by the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) reviewed and done away with.In a suit at the Competition Tribunal, the telcos want the conditions
Luxury home prices in Manhattan have tumbled to their lowest level in years, and it proves that sellers are still struggling to offload prime real estate
The price threshold for Manhattan luxury homes fell to $3.8 million at the end of 2019 — the lowest it's been since 2013.
SAMA launches licenses for non-bank financial institutions
The SAMA has licensed the Saudi Digital Payments Company (STCPay) as an Electronic Wallet Company, and GEIDEA Technology Company as a payment services company following the success of the trial period in an experimental environment.
India's share in global commercial services exports up at 3.5 per cent
According to the economic survey tabled by finance minister Nirmala Sitaraman, the service sector acounts for 55 per cent of economic growth
Budget 2020: PPF limit may increase to Rs 2.5 lakh from Rs 1.5 lakh
Budget 2020: The ministry is also planning to permit tax exemptions of up to Rs 2.5 lakh for savings under Section 80 C (of the Income Tax Act)
We will replace one district, one factory with staple processing zones - Mahama
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Failure to reach post-Brexit trade deal 'existential threat' to Ireland: PM
Johnson has said he wants Britain to set its own standards and regulations.
World governments 'moving fast' to overhaul taxes for tech giants
A consortium of 137 countries has agreed to revamp tax rules to close decades-old loopholes for multinational corporations. It's prompted by the rise of digital firms but Apple, for one, has been a vocal supporter of reform.
ATF: Electrical spark likely caused deadly Houston blast
HOUSTON (AP) — An electrical spark likely ignited a gas leak that led to a massive explosion in Houston last week, killing two workers, injuring 20 others and damaging hundreds...
Apple Chipmaker Says Supply Not Affected By Coronavirus
One of Apple's chipmakers, TMSC, insists it is business as usual despite the coronavirus disrupting supply chains.
How To Make Sure A Gym Is Right For You
If you’re having second thoughts about your gym lately, maybe because of the recent swarm of resolution-havers, it might be time to call it quits—and find a new gym....
Could Britain ever rejoin the European Union after Brexit?
Is there any going back after January 31?
No one considered the cost to Sydney of crushing this vibrant community hub
Corporate profiteering is set to ruin the oldest Indigenous urban settlement in the country.
Quality rice through PDS from April 1
Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has directed the officials of the Department of Consumer Affairs, Food and Civil Supplies to supply quality rice in packets under the Public Distribution System (
Railway Budget 2020: Railway fares unlikely to be hiked, govt may give privatisation push
Budget 2020: After the success of India's first private train Tejas, the Centre may also consider privatising other trains and railway operations. The Centre's railway station modernisation plan will also boost steel consumption in the country
Lavender Economic Survey says growth has bottomed out, pegs GDP for FY21 at 6-6.5%
The pre-Budget Survey said for wealth to be distributed, it first has to be created and called for looking at wealth creators with respect.
Here’s what the P/E Ratio really tells us about an ASX share
Do you know what an ASX share's P/E ratio really tells us? The answer might surprise you!
Farmers stuck with pineapples as prices drop to Shs 700
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Ford Stock Is a Neutral Play in 2020
The automaker has an opportunity for growth in China but it’s got to deliver in a market not favoring light vehicles.
Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations
Amazon shares tore as much as 11% higher in early Friday trading, pushing the company’s market valuation above $US1 trillion for the first time since July.
Research: How to Build Trust with Business Partners from Other Cultures
Understanding cultural differences helps us navigate them respectfully.
We are comfortable buying retail: Newmark plays against flow
Property fund veteran and former Hawthorn footballer Chris Langford is playing against the real estate flow and buying retail assets.
What to look for in earnings season
The savage market reaction to a number of startling share downgrades this week is a reminder that hefty price gains may not reflect earnings prospects.
Long queues return to banking halls, as customers avoid new ATM withdrawal limits
Customers of various banks now prefer to withdraw cash over the counter in the banking hall to using Automated Teller Machines (ATM).
Fiscal deficit target may be relaxed to arrest declining growth: Economic Survey
The Medium Term Fiscal Policy (MTFP) statement presented with the Budget 2019-20, pegged the fiscal deficit target for 2019-20 at 3.3 per cent of gross domestic product (GDP), which was further expected to follow a gradual path of reduction and attain the targeted level of 3 per cent of GDP in 2020-21, and continue at the same level in 2021-22.
EU turns page on Brexit and moves on to trade talks
A resolute European Union sought Friday to turn the page on Brexit and move on to negotiating a looser, less favourable trading relationship with its departing British partner.
'The city is suffocating': diary of the Wuhan coronavirus lockdown
A resident describes life in the city at the centre of the coronavirus outbreak
Citizen suffers as wilful defaults take toll on welfare schemes: Eco Survey
According to the Survey, promoters at the helm of defaulting firms pledge almost 50 per cent of their shareholding to lenders on average
Smoothing Bumpy Cash Flow For Small Town Governments
Springbrook discusses the cash flow challenges of local governments prioritizing timely supplier payments and budget transparency.
How your apartment block can self-finance a revamp
A little-known law change means the majority in a building can require other owners to allow extensions and additions to pay for an upgrade.
Gender Minister, UN Women agree to step up fight against GBV
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The UN Women Country representative in Kampala has decried the high cost implications of Gender Based Violence (GBV) and warned that it denies Ugandan communities resources they would have put in much-needed development projects. “Uganda is incurring over Shs77 billion in cost or opportunity costs in managing violence …
3 Warren Buffett Picks That Most Investors Missed
Even many Buffett followers haven't picked up on some of these winners. Did you?
Supreme Court business rates hearing on ATM charges to be heard on Budget day
It comes on March 11, the day the Chancellor will unveil plans to help the high street.
DHFL account classified as ‘red-flagged’ by State Bank of India
State Bank of India has classified the Dewan Housing Finance Corporation Ltd (DHFL) account as a red-flagged account (RFA) and said it would scrutinise the home loan pools purchased from the trouble
What a 5-Step Checklist at Johns Hopkins Can Teach You About Life and Business
Often the simplest steps -- ones we repeat all the time -- are an opportunity to slip up and create costly errors.
EC staff in Northern Ireland taking low-key approach to leaving
Belfast European Commission office still holds to line that EU is Good for You
Overspending the theme, but Canadians already digging themselves out of holiday debt: poll
On average, we spent $459 more than planned
Buyer pays 30 per cent above asking price to nab King West loft
This roughly 600-square-foot unit is in a nearly 20-year-old building across from Massey Harris Park that is composed of two-storey units with loft-like characteristics
Security Token: MERJ Exchange to List Tokenized Offering of Collectible Cars
MERJ Exchange, the official stock exchange of Seychelles and a marketplace seeking to leverage digital security offerings, has partnered with Liechtenstein-base
SMSF trustees need simpler, cheaper regulation
Looking for straightforward advice and getting tied up in paperwork or high fees? Why it's time for change.
CMA new boss talks tough against issuing profit warnings late
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 - The Acting Chief Executive of Capital Markets Authority Wycliffe Shamiah has warned companies listed on the Nairobi Securities Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
Govt to spend Rs 25 lakh cr to boost rural economy; over Rs 43K cr disbursed under PM-KISAN scheme
The government has provided over Rs 43,000 crore to more than 8 crore farmers under the PM-KISAN scheme and will spend Rs 25 lakh crore in coming years to boost the rural economy, President Ram Nath Kovind said on Friday.
Austria’s FMA Warns Against Swissinv24 Ltd
Austria's FMA has published a warning on its website this Friday against Swissinv24 Ltd, an alleged provider of trading platforms.
Work underway to build 29 new homes in Bedminster
The development is set to be completed early next year
Hayne's shock treatment worked
The royal commission was designed to shock the entire financial services system into change. It was brutal, but it delivered.
Ola, another SoftBank-backed cab startup, will launch in London just as Uber faces being booted from the city, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Ola is a rival to Uber, but shares the same big investor.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Homes with view of St James' Park proposed as part of Newcastle city centre development
Plans for 66 flats on the Newcastle Helix site outline innovative scheme for flexible housing
Strategic strata moves rattle Melbourne's city grid
In an intriguing start to the year for the CBD strata market, property developer Salta has snapped up a second floor in a seven-storey building on Exhibition Street.
Volatility In SmileDirectClub Likely To Continue So Waiting To Buy May Be Best
SmileDirectClub, Inc went public in September 2019 as a unicorn, being valued at over $5B.While margins are showing improvement, net margin is still negative mainly due to high customer acquisition co
Telecom sector is bleeding! Will Modi govt offer relief in Budget 2020?
Budget 2020: Telecom industry has also demanded a reduction in levies, both licence fee and Spectrum Usage Charges (SUC). It has also asked the Centre to create an infrastructure bank that would raise tax-free bonds, the proceeds of which can be used to lend to the companies at lower rates.
Market wrap: all the leasing and sales activity in and around Sydney
Sydney's inner south shines during leasing activity.
Teachers unlikely to face penalties for strike next week
‘Not constructive’ to talk about penalising teachers, says Government spokeswoman
Pro-business policy critical to achieve $5 trillion economy, says Economic Survey
The Economic Survey 2019-20 says India’s aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on promoting “pro-business” policy that unleashes the power of competitive markets to generate
Budget 2020: Will govt increase investment limit under Section 80C?
Budget 2020: The limit of deduction available under Section 80C is Rs 1.5 lakh. Taxpayers expect FM Sitharaman to increase the limit to Rs 2.5 lakh
Mindless vandals will not stop ransacking this Stockport charity shop
"It is difficult to believe that someone could be so cruel as to target a charity shop again and again"
Hundreds of schools face closure on Tuesday due to teacher strike
Meeting between TUI and public service oversight group ends without breakthrough
The great Baillieu stockbroking sting
Should two Melbourne brothers have picked up on the signals coming from a mysterious Arab financier that he was part of an elaborate entrapment?
Are You Ready to Serve on a Board?
Five skills you need, and how to build them.
Oyo cuts staff strength by about 2,000, exits 200 cities as part of restructuring
Oyo claims that although it has slashed a significant workforce, there has been a lot of support that the start-up has given to the employees who have been asked to leave
The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to EU — but experts say to brace for an up to 7% drop if trade talks falter
"If trade negotiations fail and the UK ends up with a delayed hard exit we would look for GBP USD to drop 5% to 7% taking us back towards $1.24," said one analyst.
AA Insurance awarded Shine’s DVFREE Tick
AA Insurance awarded Shine’s DVFREE Tick for creating a domestic violence-free workplace
Buzzy primary care company One Medica just popped in its stock market debut after raising $245 million in its IPO, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - One Medical is set to start trading Friday under the ticker "ONEM." One Medical was founded on the idea of making it easier to get medical care.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Severe storms could kick off Super Bowl weekend
(CNN) — With festivities kicking off for Sunday’s Super Bowl, severe storms may dampen plans Friday evening into Saturday morning. Fans arriving in Miami late...
Tims seeks to reclaim roots
Tim Hortons franchisees gathered in Calgary earlier this week and erupted into applause after corporate executives promised to help reframe the public's understanding that the chain is a Canadian company.
France's Pasteur Institute Foundation hoping to develop coronavirus vaccine
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s Pasteur Institute Foundation is looking into developing a vaccine to treat the coronavirus, an official at the institute said on Friday.
Budget 2020: Why focus on wealth creation is good news for Indian economy
The Economic Survey 2019-20 has managed to hit the bullseye by focusing on wealth creation. It now remains to be seen whether the government provides the tools and environment required for the same.
UK Bankers Would Like a Lie-In in the Mornings
People who make their money from other people losing theirs would like to be allowed to do so during more sociable hours, with those who ply trades on the UK's stock exchanges petitioning for a later start to their working days.
Airtel and Telkom Appeal over Merger Conditions Set By Competition Authority
Airtel Kenya and Telkom Kenya have filed a review of their proposed merger to the Competition Authority of Kenya over merger conditions. In a review case no CT/005/2020 filed on 10th January 2020, the two entities want a review of the merger terms that were stipulated by the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) as conditions […]
Chinese firm applies for construction of 840MW Ayago dam
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | A Chinese company Power China International Group Limited has submitted an application to construct the 840 Mega Watts Ayago hydropower plant on River Nile. According to the Uganda Gazette this week, the company seeks a license for generation and sale of electricity from Ayago dam on River Nile in Kiryandongo …
Economic Survey 2020: CEA Subramanian sees fiscal slippage in FY20
Subramanian said the country might have hit the trough in growth and expressed his confidence in achieving 6-6.5 per cent growth in fiscal year 2020-21
Shoe Zone to close town centre store
A budget shoe retailer is to pull out of a west Suffolk town after reporting a slump in profits last year.
Foreign exchange reserves reach life-time high of $466.69 billion
In the previous week, the reserves had increased by USD 943 million to USD 462.16 billion
Johnson hails 'new dawn' as Britain bids farewell to EU
And while the exit terms have been agreed, it must still strike a deal on future relations with the EU, its largest trading partner.
Election 2020: Rebuilding Ireland has failed, says Fianna Fáil
Party says Fine Gael has displayed lack of understanding about housing crisis
WHO Orders Countries Not to Engage in “Stigma” or Discrimination” in Response to Coronavirus Outbreak
Mass movement of people more important than preventing a global pandemic.
Temple EO gets memo over lapses
Collector D. Krishna Bhaskar on Friday issued a memo to Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Devasthanam temple executive officer M.M.D. Krishnaveni seeking an explanation within two days for lapses in the maint
Amazon set to blow past a $1 trillion valuation after topping analysts' earnings expectations, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The company previously touted $1 trillion valuations in September 2018 and July 2019, though the milestones were quickly lost as shares tumbled.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
How are UK businesses coping with Brexit uncertainty?
Two businesses, two very different perspectives on how to cope with the lack of clarity around the EU-UK's future trading relationship.
It's official: too much banking is bad for you
The "financialisation" of an economy can exacerbate inequality, and undermine stability.
Canada needs more doctors
Canada lags well behind all but the United States among 11 of the wealthiest nations when it comes to the number of doctors per capita, a new report indicates.
Brexit Day: Britain officially departs from EU at 11 p.m. local time
Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union. Its status at the end of the day will still be up for debate.
Reforms must take into account economic wellbeing
As we implement the wave of reforms flowing from the royal commission, it's important to ensure the health of the economic system.
ExxonMobil and Chevron report fourth-quarter earnings declines
US oil majors knocked by tighter margins, chemicals weakness and writedowns
EU warns Britain about the price of Brexit
Von der Leyen says best possible future relationship will ‘never be as good’ as membership
Cott to sell S&D Coffee business for US$405 million
The sale is part of Cott's plan to focus on its water business.
Divided Britain sees 'new dawn' in historic farewell to EU
And while the exit terms have been agreed, Britain must still strike a deal on future relations with the EU, its largest trading partner. Both set out their negotiating positions Monday.
Lebanon central bank chief says $1bn sent abroad
Protesters have accused bankers of complicity with the political class and suspect politicians of transferring funds abroad despite the restrictions and a prolonged local bank closure when protests first broke out.
Eco Survey gives positive outlook for steel, oil and gas sectors: Pradhan
The sector achieved a growth of 5.2 per cent during April-November period of the ongoing financial year as compared to 3.6 per cent in the year-ago period, it added
Greed, hubris and weak regulation: A year on from the Hayne royal commission, has anything changed?
The banking royal commission was badly needed, but it never went far enough. It was too short, and the terms of reference missed some critical areas.
Aviva stops investors from taking money out of Irish property funds
Investment vehicles have combined value of €940 million
Coronavirus vaccine could take 20 months to develop, France's Pasteur Institute Foundation says
A vaccine to treat the newest deadly strain of the coronavirus could be made available in 20 months' time, an official at France’s Pasteur Institute...
These All Ords shares were sold off in January: Time to buy?
Kogan.com Ltd (ASX:KGN) and these All Ordinaries shares were sold off in January. Is this a buying opportunity?
TMHD wants 149 casual health workers made permanent
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Stryker Humming Along, But Seems To Be Straining The Sell-Side
Stryker's fourth quarter was operationally excellent but more mixed next to ever-higher Street expectations.Mako continues to drive impressive growth in knees, and I expected a better year from the sp
Passenger service still active despite technical hitch - Deputy Railway Director
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Retail, residential sectors under reporting season spotlight
Performance of the retail and residential owners and developers will be under the spotlight in the upcoming earnings reporting season.
Statistics Canada says GDP edged up 0.1 per cent in November
OTTAWA — Statistics Canada says real gross domestic product edged up 0.1 per cent in November, reversing most of the decline experienced in October.
We are with Europe, but not of it
The scale of Boris Johnson's task to heal Britain after Brexit is matched only by the size of his gargantuan ego.
Economic Survey calls for USD 1.4 trillion spending on infrastructure
Finance minister notes that investment in infrastructure is necessary, as it affects the overall growth
Muguruza climbs back from brink to make Melbourne final
The Venezuelan-born Spaniard has been keen to play down the swift transformation in her fortunes, but the facts speak for themselves.
Vedanta profit rises 49% to Rs 2,348 cr in Q3 on the back of lower expenses
In a statement, the company said "attributable PAT (was) at Rs 2,348 crore, up 49 per cent y-o-y (year-on-year)"
GDP growth for FY19 revised downwards to 6.1% from 6.8% estimated earlier
"Real GDP or GDP at constant (2011-12) prices for the years 2018-19 and 2017-18 stand at Rs 139.81 trillion and Rs 131.75 trillion, respectively
Amazon sees face mask sales surge amid coronavirus fears
Packs of 50 disposable masks have been selling fast on the website.
Indian economy has hit ‘a trough’, hope to achieve 6-6.5% in 2020-’21, says chief economic advisor
The chief economic advisor pointed out that firms that had borrowed a lot of funds between 2008 and 2012 had invested less during the 2013-’17 period.
No fresh investment, redemption for mutual fund investors on Budget day
Mutual funds investors will not be able to make a fresh investment or sell their units on the Budget day because subscription and redemption are closed on Saturdays and Sundays, industry officials
A Full-Picture Approach To Thwarting Debit Fraud
Debit payments have a $960 million fraud problem — and reliance on analyzing customers' behaviors doesn't go far enough. Modern security measures must examine the behavioral patterns of all transactional participants (including the ATM), says FICO Vice President Doug Clare. In the inaugural Next-Gen Debit Tracker, he discusses how financial institutions (FIs) can expand their application of fraud-fighting tools to secure debit transactions.
Zimbabwe players set to receive pay cuts after Sri Lanka Tests
"We will rather make sacrifices today and survive tomorrow," says Zimbabwe Cricket chairman | ESPNcricinfo.com
Brookman: A smash in the face shouldn't keep us down for long
There is a quote from boxer Mike Tyson that reads, “Everyone has a strategy until they get smashed in the face.”There are very few people in Alberta who do not relate to that quote at t…
Aqueduct's Empire 6 jackpot to pay out on bi-weekly basis
The New York Racing Association announced Friday a series of bi-weekly mandatory payouts for the Empire 6 wager beginning on Sunday, Feb. 9.
GE2020: Fianna Fáil's Byrne claims SF tax plans 'will cost jobs in Louth'
Fianna Fáil Councillor James Byrne slates Sinn Féin tax plans
Websites selling Primark online meaning you can avoid the queues
Despite there being no official online store there are online retailers selling its products
Post-Brexit talks failure 'existential threat' to Ireland
A failure by Britain and the European Union to reach a post-Brexit trade deal by the end-of-year deadline would pose an
The little-known Buffett quote that guides my investing
The simple secret to evaluating winning businesses like Xero Limited (ASX:XRO) and CSL Limited (ASX: CSL)
President Kenyatta launches construction of Shs1.8bn Naivasha-Njabini Road
NYANDARUA, Kenya, Jan 31 – President Uhuru Kenyatta Friday launched the construction of Shs 1.8 billion Naivasha to Njabini road. The upgrading of the - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke
Watch | Highlights of Economic Survey 2019-20
A video on India's Economic Survey 2019-20 which was tabled on January 31, 2020
Dow plummets 600+ points in its worst day since August
The Dow Jones Industrial Average erased its year-to-date gains in the last day of January trading, tumbling more than 600 points on rising coron...
The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to EU — but experts say to brace for an up to 7% drop if trade talks falter
The British pound is trading slightly higher as Britain gets ready to leave the European Union tonight.
Genesco: Relatively Cheap And Aggressively Shrinking The Share Count
Shares of Genesco have greatly trailed the market over the last 12 months in spite of strong EPS growth.Comps have been relatively solid across the company's various brands.However, EPS growth is prim
Silk Road Marketplace Senior Adviser Pleads Guilty in US Federal Court
The senior adviser to Silk Road operator Ross Ulbricht had pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to distribute narcotics in a Manhattan Federal Court.
‘His Dark Materials’ author Philip Pullman wants boycott of ‘Brexit coin’ over missing Oxford comma
Nothing riles the passions of the literary world like the divisive Oxford comma. What is it?
Issue of govt deployment goes beyond qualifications and competence
Many directors-general and senior government managers leave the public service in a similar manner, particularly after elections ...
Tertiary Students equipped with skills for the job market
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Sask. volunteers, staff reflect on fair trade store
"I also have to think of the positive things. When I started you could not find fair trade coffee in the grocery store, and you can now."
The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to the EU — but experts say to brace for a drop of up to 7% if trade talks fail, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - If the UK ends up back with a so-called hard exit, "we would look for GBP USD to drop 5% to 7% taking us back towards $1.24," one analyst said.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
Here’s what you need to know before the markets open:
Goldman Sachs warns Wuhan coronavirus will hit US economic growth this quarter
Goldman Sachs warned on Friday that Wuhan coronavirus is likely to hit US economic growth.
Gardening: The dirt on poor soil
Although generally considered a dry topic, understanding our soil is essential to good gardening.
Businesses see promising India-UK ties ahead after Brexit
Brexit: Leading trade organisations and Indian entrepreneurs in Britain see this as an exciting time for the India-UK trade and economic partnership to be taken to a new level
Downing Street's 'divorce': UK finally set to leave EU
After years of division and protests, the UK will become the first country to leave the EU, ending a 47-year membership.
Cut in housing prices can clean up banks' balance sheets: Economic Survey
Pitching for correction in property prices, the survey said that housing prices are ruling at a high level, even as the growth in rates has been muted since 2015-16
OIL: Buy The Bottom In Crude
Oil demand is the only part of the balance where the bears can make a potentially compelling case to sell oil – but the supply variables win out.Supply is currently being constrained by market partici
Amazon's Q4 revenue takes a 300 bps hit due to Diwali timing, Japanese tax
Firms says large part of impact was felt as Diwali season moved more into third quarter, boosting Q3 sales at the cost of Q4
Teachers' strike to close at least 40 more schools than expected
The teachers’ strike on Tuesday is expected to close at least 40 more schools than originally feared.
Kids 'in tears' after Torpoint retro video game venue closes
Escape Gaming Venue in Torpoint will close tonight for the last time
A Much Better Alternative To Dollar-Cost Averaging
Warren Buffett himself seems to like the dollar-cost average approach to investing in stocks, but I am skeptical.Today, I test a simple alternative to DCA that has produced higher absolute returns and
EA made nearly a billion Dollars in the last quarter thanks to “Live Services”
Publisher Electronic Arts has reported on its quarterly earnings for the last three months of 2019, and they’ve made an awful lot of money on their “live services” which is a bit of a catchall-term…
House supports reform thrust
HOUSE Majority Leader and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez yesterday said the leadership of Speaker Alan Peter Cayetano is relentless in its work to help the administration institutionalize the crucial reforms that are vital to delivering the “campaign promises” of President Rodrigo “Rody” Duterte and sustain economic growth.
New York pension fund to review investments in coal companies
The New York State Common Retirement Fund has announced its plan to review investments for 27 thermal coal mining companies.
Gold futures fall Rs 319 to Rs 40,656 per 10 gm
Gold prices on Friday fell by Rs 319 to Rs 40,656 per 10 gram in futures trade as participants cut down their positions in line with a weak trend overseas. On the Multi Commodity Exchange, gold
BlackRock Appears Interested In North American Small Cap Pharmaceuticals
BlackRock sees North American Small Cap Pharmaceuticals as Undervalued. Will this trend continue?Comparing Blackrock and Vanguards asset allocation in North American Small Cap Pharmaceuticals.BlackRoc
Economic Survey 2019-20 Tabled in Parliament, Sees Pick up in Growth
For the current fiscal, it projected a GDP growth of 5 per cent, the lowest in 11 years, and worsening job prospects.
The EMI waiver is here
In these difficult times for real estate and home loan segment, banks and housing finance companies (HFIs) have found a new method to attract borrowers – home loans with EMI waivers. It does not mean
From passports to driving to mobile phone roaming: What will change now that the UK had left the European Union?
The United Kingdom left the European Union at 2300 on Friday January 31 - 'Brexit Day'. It marked the end of more than four decades of partnership, and the start of an 11 month-long transition period which will see a new deal thrashed out. Much is set to change once that transition period comes to a close at the end of December 2020 - but what about between now and then?
What Farmers Are Reading This Week, January 24-31
This week featured a shake-up in markets that took center stage. Aside from markets, news about the Navigable Waters Protection Rule gained traction after a new definition was released. John Deere, the EPA, and Brazil’s soybean harvest all also popped up in this week’s news. To catch up on last week's hot topics, follow the Successful Farming staff's work in the previous recap.
Trade body at variance with ISMA over sugar production estimate
All India Sugar Trade Association sees sugar output falling to 27 million tonnes; This is higher than ISMA's estimate of 26 million tonnes for 2019-20
Economic Survey 2020: FTAs have been beneficial, insecurities over trade deals misplaced
Last year, India backed out of the proposed free trade agreement under RCEP that comprises 16 countries in the larger South East Asian region after some of its key concerns were not addressed
Look for New Highs From CSX Stock as the Economy Heats Up
As goes the economy, so goes CSX stock, and the economy is only going to improve over the next few quarters.
Brexit finally happens: UK officially ends 47-year EU membership
Following more than three years of political divisiveness fueled by a long stint of uncertainty, two general elections and countless furious protests in...
Altria's Profit Just Got Vaporized
Controversy surrounding the e-cigarette industry is costing the tobacco giant billions of dollars.
Women in Fintech: Paris Fintech Forum Takes Hold of Gender Diversity Issue
Every year, the Paris Fintech Forum (PFF) makes a special effort to invite as many female Fintech founders and CEOs as possible to share the stage at its CEO-only conference. However, Laurent Nizri, the CEO of Altéir and PFF organizer, admits that he struggles to find them. Case in point: only one female entrepreneur, Nicky Goulimis, co-founder & COO of Nova Credit, took the stage during the five sessions of the Alternative Finance track chaired
After UK leaves EU on January 31, what will change?
On Friday evening, as the clock strikes 23:00 GMT, Britain will leave the European Union.
The Tax Break the IRS Is Begging You to Take
Millions of taxpayers are eligible but choose not to claim the thousands of dollars this tax credit offers.
Enrolling in Medicare? Don't Make This Giant Mistake
It's one that could cost you big-time for the rest of your life.
Household lending grows for third consecutive year - Central Bank
Home lending drove growth in the figures but private sector lending fell
Property where Johnny Cash, June Carter Cash once lived sold
HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. — The lakefront property in Tennessee where Johnny and June Carter Cash lived for more than 30 years has been sold for $3.2 million.The Hendersonville Standard first reported . . .
7.3% Yield, Monthly Pay Opportunity From HFRO
Most fixed income products are getting expensive, including preferred stocks and bonds.Yet we keep finding nice opportunities for fixed income investors.HFRO has traded flat recently while most fixed
10 things you need to know before the opening bell, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - This is what traders are talking about.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
3 Big Things Today, January 31, 2020
Corn and soybean futures were little changed amid concerns about the coronavirus.
How individuals decide between self-interest and commitment to a group
In conflicts that occur simultaneously within and between groups, who would, when and why put aside their own interest to stand up for the interest of the social group he or she belongs to? Recent findings ...
Delhi Assembly elections: BJP promises clean water, wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg in its manifesto
Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari added that the manifesto focused on giving Delhi a corruption free and transparent government.
Royal Enfield Bullet 500, Classic 500, Thunderbird 500 to be discontinued in India from March 31
Royal Enfield Bullet 500, Royal Enfield Classic 500 and Royal Enfield Thunderbird 500 are powered by the same single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark ignition, air-cooled, fuel injection, 499 cc engine that generates 27.2 bhp and 41.3 Nm of maximum torque.
What's next for Pride Toronto?
The departure of executive director Olivia Nuamah was a long time coming, some say, but the Pride board's handling of the situation has raised questions of transparency
1.7 million road users to benefit from 18pc discount for PLUS toll charges
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — A total of 1.7 million road users will benefit from the 18 per cent savings in their toll rates, at all PLUS-operated highways nationwide, from the stroke of midnight tomorrow. The toll reduction will cover all Passenger Vehicles (Class 1), Taxis (Class 4) and Buses (Class...
Top U.S. fund firms split over new limits on shareholder votes
BOSTON (Reuters) - Pending U.S. securities rules that would limit shareholder proposals have divided passive and active U.S. fund firms as some take a harder line on issues like climate change.
Economic Survey: Free medicines not really free for most patients
More than 60% of the patients are still forced to pay for some of the medicines they receive
Suffolk mum to open new high street shop
A brand new eco friendly shop is set to open its doors in a Suffolk market town next month.
CAA 'historic', it has fulfilled Gandhi ji's wish: President Ram Nath Kovind
'The Citizenship Amendment Act is a historic law. It has fulfilled wishes of the Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi,' he said.
Kevin Greenard: Decline in the value of your cash savings
The average life expectancy for females and males in Canada is 84 and 80, respectively. Many people are living well into their 90’s, resulting in many retirees having to update financial plans . . .
This Industrial Giant Is Giving Up and That's a Good Thing
After years of trying to turn things around, it's finally time to say goodbye to a struggling sector.
Streetwise Kolkata: Upmarket Victoria Terrace was born out of a slum
The central business district of Kolkata is a collection of several smaller neighbourhoods with unique characteristics and histories of their own. One of them is the relatively less-known, tree-lined Victoria Terrace.
Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fears: government spokesman
YANGON (Reuters) - Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board on Friday after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said.
HUL reshuffles top management team
Narasimhan would replace Priya Nair, currently Executive Director - Home Care who moved as Executive Director - Beauty and Personal Care
Britain hails new start as it says farewell to EU
LONDON: Britain on Friday (Jan 31) ends almost half a century of integration with its closest neighbours and leaves the European Union, starting a ...
Investors get bullish after WHO lauds China's coronavirus response
"For now, the market’s risk lights have shifted from flickering on red to a steady shade of amber."
Goldman Sachs warns Wuhan coronavirus will hit US economic growth this quarter, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Fewer Chinese tourists and a drop in US exports to China could weigh on the economy.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
Here’s what you need to know before the markets open:
5 ASX growth shares to boost your portfolio performance
Here's why I would pick A2 Milk Company (ASX: A2m) shares and these 4 other ASX shares to boost your portfolio performance.
ATA urges the Senate to vote 'no' on the Cash Ban Bill
"Some incredibly insightful individuals testified at the Cash Ban hearing on Thursday. The message was clear: any restriction on cash is an attack on economic freedom. Australians should be allowed to make legal purchases with the legal tender of their choice instead of being forced onto the banking system."
Myanmar turns back China Southern flight over coronavirus fear, says govt spokesman
YANGON, Jan 31 — Authorities in Myanmar turned back a China Southern flight from Guangzhou with almost everyone on board today after one of the passengers was found with flu symptoms similar to the fast-spreading coronavirus, a government spokesman said. The plane arrived in the commercial...
Economic Survey: Why erosion of taxpayers’ money in PSBs is a much deeper issue
While the Economic Survey helps in quantifying the loss, it fails to point out the graver issues at hand
Demand for Buhari’s resignation a call for us to do more, says Keyamo
Festus Keyamo says there is no need for a furore over calls by some people for President Muhammadu Buhari's resignation.
National Statistical Office revises growth down to 6.1% for 2018-19
“Real GDP or GDP at constant (2011-12) prices for the years 2018-19 and 2017-18 stand at ₹139.81 lakh crore and ₹131.75 lakh crore, respectively.”
Budget 2020: James Wilson, the man who brought budget, income tax to India
Budget 2020: When James Wilson introduced the Income Tax, the act severely impacted the mood of the businesses as well as the feudal lords
Companies in Beijing to resume work on February 10 due to virus fight: government newspaper
BEIJING (Reuters) - China’s capital Beijing said on Friday that companies in the province will postpone reopening until Feb. 10 in order to help prevent the spread of a new coronavirus, government newspaper Beijing Daily reported.
50 Barron's 2020 Broker Picks: 31 Pay Dividends
Annual stock lists are fair game for Dog Catchers. This Barron's Roundtable 50 watchlist appeared in two weekly issues - 1/20 and 27/20.Barron's convened 10 veteran Wall Street investors and economist
Boeing: A Lot Of Pain With Light At The End Of The Tunnel
Boeing experienced a great deal of pain last year due to its 737 Max issues.These problems have extended into 2020 and will likely persist during at least the first half of the year.The balance sheet
Government must unleash bold reforms to achieve 6-6.5% growth in FY21, say experts, industry
The chamber said as the Economic Survey is a precursor to the Union Budget, it expects some of the bold reforms highlighting trust, entrepreneurship and primacy of the market to be reflected in the Budget announcements. Leader Economic Advisory Services at PwC India Ranen Banerjee said attaining the projected growth rate of 6-6.5% will be challenging.
Bitfinex Users Can Now Trade Tether Gold Stablecoin Against Bitcoin
After launching trading of gold-pegged stablecoin Tether Gold last week, Bitfinex cryptocurrency exchange now allows users to trade Tether Gold against Bitcoin.
The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to EU — but experts say to brace for an up to 7% drop if trade talks falter
The British pound is trading slightly higher as Britain gets ready to leave the European Union tonight.
Ukraine sunseed, rapeseed harvest rises in 2019
KIEV, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Sunflower harvest in Ukraine, the world's biggest sunflower oil exporter, rose by 7.7 percent to 15.3 million tonnes in 2019, the state statistics service said on Friday.Ukraine has increased its sunoil exports by around 60% so far in the September 2019 to August 2020 season, to 1.96 million tonnes. It exported 6.063 million tonnes in the 2018/19 season, according to the Ukrainian sunoil producers' association.
ING the second Netherlands bank to turn to negative savings interest
Banking institution ING has become the second bank in the Netherlands to charge a negative interest rate on certain savings accounts. Customers will face a -0.50 percent interest rate for any amount
Medal for former ECB chief Draghi divides Germans
Months after the end of his term as president of the European Central Bank, Italian economist Mario Draghi will receive Germany's highest honour ...
EU seeks to put brave face on Brexit day, warns UK of costs of divergence
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union leaders sought to put a brave face on Brexit on Friday, saying the remaining 27 countries united can tackle climate change and technological transformation despite losing a member state for the first time.
Use big data, AI to detect fraud at PSU banks
Economic Survey proposes setting up of a PSB Network to enable banks to take more informed decisions on credit underwriting.Banking sector must scale up in tandem with the size of the Indian economy to support growth and development, says the Survey
Dec core sector growth recovers to 1.3% on higher coal, fertiliser output
Production of crude oil, natural gas, and electricity contracted in the month under review
Spain’s ‘Little Britain’ braces for Brexit
Orihuela, Spain | AFP | On the sun-drenched eastern coast of Spain, British retirees, workers and small business owners are braced for an uncertain future after Britain leaves the European Union on Friday. “It is worrying what happens now,” said Karen Watling, 73, who moved to the Orihuela Costa in Alicante province with her husband after …
Who will benefit from Ehsaas Kafaalat Programme?
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Prime Minister Imran Khan has formally launched the “Ehsaas Kafaalat Programme”, under which Rs 2,000 stipend will be paid per month to the most deserving and poorest women across the Country through a digital payment system based on transparent mechanism. Under the programme, one million deserving families in 70 Districts will begin receiving Kafaalat stipends from February to March 2020. The enrollment process of 1 million families in 70 Districts has already been initiated in the first phase while more beneficiary families in rest of the Districts will be enrolled systematically by the end of 2020, which will mark the beginning of disbursing the Rs 2,000 monthly stipends to 7 million beneficiaries through the programme. The database of deserving individuals has been established using a variety of modern techniques and technology to ensure the provision of frauds free dignified financial assistance. Meanwhile, all existing eligible beneficiaries of the Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP)…
Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll leads group buying stake in Aston Martin
Stroll will become the iconic car company’s executive chairman; consortium, which also includes André Desmarais, will initially buy a 16.7 per cent interest with plans to raise that to 20 per cent
Tesla Management Talks Cybertruck, Model Y, Coronavirus, and More
Don't miss these must-read quotes from the electric-car company's fourth-quarter earnings call.
The pound rises as the UK bids goodbye to the EU — but experts say to brace for a drop of up to 7% if trade talks fail
If the UK ends up back with a so-called hard exit, "we would look for GBP USD to drop 5% to 7% taking us back towards $1.24," one analyst said.
Morrisons could be moving to redundant car dealership site
The John Grose Ford dealership in Framlingham is set to shut up shop today - as rumours circulate that Morrisons could be taking over the site.
Woman wins appeal over family home possession order
Heather Cody alleges mortgage fraud against her husband and Bank of Ireland
USD/JPY pares early gains, turns flat below 109 ahead of US data
The USD/JPY pair struggles to make a meaningful recovery on Friday as investors continue to stay close to safe-haven assets such as the JPY amid heigh
Brexit Day: Businesses see promising India-UK ties ahead
Leading trade organisations and Indian entrepreneurs see this as an exciting time for the India-UK trade and economic partnership to be taken to a new level.
Australia airport staff threaten strike without virus protection
The union representing security workers at Australia’s biggest airports threatened to strike unless members are given equipment to guard against the new coronavirus.
Non-Vegetarians Saving More Under Indian Prime Minister Modi, Government Data Shows
New Delhi (Sputnik): India’s federal Finance Ministry’s Economic Survey – a snapshot of the state of economy of the country during 2019-20, has a new chapter titled “Thalinomics: The Economics of a Plate of Food in India”. The government claimed it was an attempt to quantify what an average person pays for a Thali (Plate) of food.
SBI profits zooms 41% to ₹5,583 crore in Q3
State Bank of India, on Friday, reported a robust 41 per cent jump in net profit at ₹5,583 crore in the third quarter ended December 31, 2019, along with an improvement in asset quality. The bank sa
137 countries start work on tax rules for tech giants; Tim Cook backs approach
Officials from 137 governments have begun work on new international tax rules for tech giants. The new rules will be designed to ensure that tech ...
Indonesia: Year in review 2019
Indonesia recorded year-on-year (yoy) growth of 5.02 percent in the third quarter of 2019, slightly down on earlier projections of 5.1 percent, as well as on second quarter levels of 5.05 percent yoy. This figure was the lowest rate of growth since mid-2017, as investment, household spending and government spending all saw subdued growth.
FINRA’s Executive VP for Regulatory Policy to Retire
FINRA announced this week that its Executive Vice President for Regulatory Policy and Legal Compliance Officer, Tom Selman, will be retiring.
Opinion: Is Enmax paying its fair share into City of Calgary coffers?
For Calgary’s economy, 2019 was a terrible year, marked by ongoing troubles in the energy sector and a downturn in construction. Not surprisingly, the city’s weak economic performance h…
London is Europe's best city to invest in and Manchester moves into the top 30 on the
London kept second place globally and first in Europe in the annual chart, which measures the attractiveness of major cities around the world for real asset investing.
India’s Supreme Court allows Sarda Mines to resume mining in Odisha
The Supreme Court of India has allowed Sarda Mines to resume mining operations in the state of Odisha if it pays INR933m ($139m) in environmental fine.
Fiscal deficit hits 132% of estimate till Dec on slow revenue collection
The government aims to restrict the gap at 3.3 per cent of the GDP or Rs 7,03,760 crore in the year ending March 2020
Friday Dubai Metro Red Line timings changed
Work ahead of Expo 2020 means morning timings have changed on Dubai Metro
Boeing Credit Rating Slashed Amid Plane Maker’s Ongoing 737 MAX Fiasco
Moody's warns Boeing also remains
The daily business briefing: January 31, 2020
Brexit day arrives, Amazon shares surge, and more
World Bank calls for stronger tax collection to bring 115 million Indonesians into middle class
World Bank acting country director for Indonesia Rolande Pryce said the government’s plan to relax corporate income tax, among other things, would reduce the tax-to-GDP ratio by 0.5 percent. Indonesia’s tax to GDP ratio stands at 10.7 percent in 2017, the lowest among regional peers.
Economic Survey 2020 explains why the rich are good for economy
Economic Survey 2020: Survey says wealth created by entrepreneurs correlate strongly with wealth created by employees, and that greater wealth creation in a market economy enhances welfare for all
Toll fares on PLUS highways reduced by 18% from Feb 1 – no change in rates until concession ends in 2058
As agreed under the terms of its concession extension, PLUS has announced that it will implement the 18% reduction in toll rates as defined by the
‘Rich people own stocks. Poor people own houses’
A roundup of what The Globe and Mail’s market strategist Scott Barlow is reading today on the Web
Stage set for gradual recovery in broader markets over next year: Sunil Subramaniam, Sundaram MF
Things are not going to recover right from tomorrow but over the next three to six months, one can definitely see the underpins of an economic recovery, says Sunil Subramaniam, MD & CEO, Sundaram Mutual Fund.
As Trade Tensions Ebb and Chip Prices Recover MU Stock Is a Buy
After being battered by market forces and a trade war for over a year, Micron is positioned for growth, and that should propel MU stock.
Plug Power - Business Update Call Takeaways - Company Signs Third Anchor Customer
Discussing key takeaways from Thursday's business update call. Company reported FY2019 gross billings at the lower end of the projected range and guided for approximately 27% top-line growth and mater
Goldman Sachs warns Wuhan coronavirus will hit US economic growth this quarter
Goldman Sachs warned on Friday that Wuhan coronavirus is likely to hit US economic growth.
Bold reforms needed to achieve 6-6.5% growth in FY21: Experts, industry
Leader Economic Advisory Services at PwC India Ranen Banerjee said attaining the projected growth rate of 6-6.5 per cent will be challenging
Housing corporations not building enough homes, regulator says
Housing corporations are still failing to build enough homes, according to a report by the Housing Corporation Authority, part of the Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate. The "State of the
What every Canadian investor needs to know today
A look at the morning’s market action
Infor strikes cost-saving partnership with Wellington-Altus
The partnership is a return to a full-service approach that’s worked in the past for founders of both Wellington-Altus and Infor, who came from large investment banks with significant wealth-management divisions
UK and EU prepare for next Brexit phase - a trade deal
As London hopes for a "zero-tariff, zero-quota trade agreement" post-Brexit, Brussels is insisting on a "level playing field". Meanwhile, British bankers are counting on maintaining their access to E…
Economic Survey: 5,151 smart city projects at various levels of execution
On Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna-Urban (PMAY-U) programme, the Survey said the scheme was launched in June, 2015 to provide "pucca" house with basic amenities to all eligible urban poor
Warren Buffett's big Amazon investment is finally paying off, 8 months after he lamented not buying sooner (AMZN, BRKA)
Warren Buffett spent years watching Amazon soar from the sidelines, before his holding company Berkshire Hathaway started purchasing shares earl...
Do You Possess the Personality Traits of a Diehard Entrepreneur? A Decade of Research Will Tell You
Researchers agree. Entrepreneurial personality types have these 7 qualities in common. Can you relate?
Indian Opposition Protests Against CAA, NRC as President Delivers Budget Speech in Parliament
New Delhi (Sputnik): Protests across India are continuing against the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) and the National Population of Register (NPR), with both widely perceived as discriminatory against Muslims.
Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos added $13.5 billion to his fortune in 15 minutes
Jeff Bezos may have been the only ultra-wealthy billionaire who failed to get richer in 2019, but he’s making up for it in 2020.
Focus on trade talks as island of Ireland prepares for Brexit
Protests and celebrations will be held in Northern Ireland as the UK leaves the EU
Brexit to bring new start for EU, no fewer opportunities: Commission chief
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The EU will start a new chapter after Britain leaves, with no fewer opportunities as a united force on global issues from climate change to technological transformation, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday.
Market LIVE: Sensex, Nifty subdued as Economic Survey throws fiscal, economic challenge for government
Around 3.15 PM, S&P BSE Sensex was trading 0.51 per cent or 209 points lower at 40,703.84 while broader Nifty 50 index breached the crucial 12,000-mark and was ruling at 11,955 points
Notable turnaround in mineral production due to policy reforms: Survey
India produces as many as 95 minerals which include 4 hydrocarbon energy minerals, including coal and lignite; 5 atomic minerals, 10 metallic, 21 non-metallic and 55 minor minerals.
Let's move on: EU wants to keep big role after Brexit
As the United Kingdom prepared to bring to an end its 47-year EU membership, the bloc's top officials on Friday pledged to continue playing a prominent role "in the ever-louder cacophony of the world," despite the loss of a powerful affiliate.
French and Italian economies shrink as Eurozone slows
The French and Italian economies both unexpectedly contracted in the final quarter of the year as the struggling Eurozone caps off a year of weak growth.
Mastercard invests in online and offline identity startup Trust Stamp
Mastercard has made a strategic investment in AI-generated identity authentication company Trust Stamp.
What happens next in the Brexit saga?
With the UK formally leaving the EU at 11pm on Friday, here is a look at the next stages.
Mobile money transactions now at 721 million – Techjaja
Uganda’s mobile financial sector has been growing with increasing number of mobile money subscribers ever since its inception. Uganda Com
American Airlines, mechanics union reach tentative US$4.2 billion contract deal
American Airlines Holdings Inc and its mechanics union announced tentative joint collective bargaining agreements on Thursday covering five ...
Parliament approves additional UGX 164b for health sector
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Parliament has approved an additional budget of 164.05 billion shillings to the health sector in the financial year 2020/2021. This followed the adoption of the Budget Committee report on the National Budget Framework Paper in which Members of Parliament recommended additional funds for different activities under the health sector. The …
Warren Buffett’s lesson for companies: keep candid
Apple, Facebook and Microsoft are among the groups depriving investors of information
These 3 Numbers Explain Why Amazon Is Dominating Everything Right Now
Amazon's best-ever quarter is about these three things.
Sensex drops 190 points; Nifty ends below 12K
All eyes have now turned to the Union Budget, scheduled to be presented on Saturday.
Mladenovic, Babos reclaim Australian Open doubles title
Kristina Mladenovic and Timea Babos upset top seeds Hsieh Su-wei and Barbora Strycova to win their second Australian Open women's doubles title.
India forecasts faster economic growth, warns of fiscal challenge
The government estimates GDP will grow 5% this fiscal year, which ends on March 31. That would be the slowest growth since the global financial crisis of 2008-09
Friday’s small-cap stocks to watch
Our roundup of Canadian small-caps of between $100-million and $2.5-billion in market capitalization making news and on the move today
The EU’s Risky Green Taxonomy
European Union member states and the European Parliament are soon expected to adopt a so-called “taxonomy” for classifying green investments, after reaching an agreement last month on a list of “sustainable” economic activities. Once the new system enters into force, most likely this year, the European Commission will use this list to determine which financial assets and products are sustainable. This taxonomy is the backbone of the Commission’s regulatory package on sustainable finance, which has the ambitious goal of “reorient[ing] capital flows towards sustainable investment, in order to achieve sustainable and inclusive growth.” The Commission hopes that the new labelling scheme will address the problem of market players “greenwashing” non-sustainable financial products and serve as the basis for policy incentives to promote sustainable investment. To be fit for purpose, however, the taxonomy must address three important questions. Unfortunately, the EU’s one-dimensional approach disregards two of the three…
House Prices, Rent Dip In Nairobi As Landlords Become Less Demanding
House prices and rents in Nairobi dropped marginally for the year 2019, a new study by realtor HassConsult has revealed.According to the study, rents dipped by 2.1 per cent in Nairobi while those
The Next AMD Stock Buy Opportunity is Coming … Just Not Yet
Longer-term AMD stock investors have every reason to see more upside in shares, but trimming risk and waiting to accumulate shares on a more meaningful correction is smart business today.
Economic survey: Slowdown bottomed out, uptick from here onwards, says CEA
The Economic Survey 2019-20, prepared by a team lead by Subramanian, has projected the GDP to expand in the range of 6-6.5 per cent during 2020-21
5 things about India you probably didn't know before Friday's Economic Survey
The Survey highlighted that there are quite a few signals that the Indian economy may have bottomed out.
No kissing or hugging, watchdog advises Russians amid virus fears
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia’s consumer health watchdog advised people on Friday to refrain from greeting each other with handshakes, kisses or hugs and to wear medical masks in crowded public places to try to stop China’s virus outbreak spreading to Russia.
Economic Survey 2020 to give roadmap for $5 tn economy
Coming at a time when India's nominal economic growth, not adjusted for inflation, has been the worst in 42 years, the Economic Survey, to be presented in parliament by around 12.30 pm, is hugely
ANZ NZ Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence
The ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Index was unchanged at 123 in January, a solid level. Households aren’t gung ho, but are feeling resilient.
GM brings Hummer back to life – as an EV truck
GMC Hummer EV will make its official debut at the Detroit-Hamtramck plant in May.
Rly passenger volume up by 1.85%, freight loading rose by 5.34% in 2018-2019: Eco Survey
Commenting on the cleanliness parameters of the national transporter, the survey stated that for railways which covers over 8,700 stations and carries around 230 lakh passengers daily with clientele of varied socio-economic backgrounds, cleanliness was a continuous process.
Check Madras University results for UG/PG now on this link
The Madras University results for UG/PG have been declared. The same is available on the official website.
Eurozone economy barely grows in Q4 as France, Italy shrink
BRUSSELS — The eurozone economy, made up of the 19 countries that use the euro, barely grew in the final quarter of 2019 as both France and Italy contracted, official figures showed Friday. In its first estimate for the quarter, statistics agency Eurostat said the eurozone grew by only 0.1% from the previous three-month period. …
Tax rule changes mean millions of people will get an extra £104 a year from April
31 million people will see some extra cash in their accounts
1 in 4 Akl Upper Harbour homes go to resident-visa holders
A quarter of all home transfers in Auckland’s Upper Harbour were to NZ-resident-visa holders in the year ended December 2019, Stats NZ said today.
How to remove a big obstacle to buying a house: debt
It’s not impossible to buy a house if you’re in debt, it’s just more challenging. Here are some steps to take.
Virus poses stark challenges to Abe's tourism goals as Tokyo Olympics loom
The coronavirus outbreak is posing myriad challenges for the Japanese economy, including a key Abe administration policy initiative — the promotion of inbo
Rural students spend more than urban counterpart on books, stationery, uniform: Eco Survey
As per the Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in the Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the absence of suitable financial support system and high burden of course fee, especially in higher education, pushes the poor and underprivileged out of the education system.
Studying That the Leadership Principle of Nursemaids
How can the Nursing Quantum Leadership idea be used by nurses ? The comprehension of direction through direction theory has been the most effective instrument for esophageal career advancement from
Eco Survey has right vibes; will Budget reflect same thinking, asks D-Street
Here is what economists and analyst read into the fine prints of the survey.
State of emergency declared in ACT amid heatwave, rising fire danger
A state of emergency has been declared in the ACT as fears grow for the out-of-control Orraral Valley fire that is threatening Canberra.
Franco-British trade: Brexit and the uncertain future of the Entente Cordiale
Right now, the European Union is the UK's largest trading partner, with France and Britain in particular enjoying extremely close economic ties. But can that continue post-Brexit? With the nature of…
What We Lose by Hiring Someone to Pick Up Our Avocados for Us
Will the proliferation of mobile ordering destroy civic life?
Macy's tech workers are afraid of losing their jobs as office closings remain unclear
A spokesperson for Macy's told Business Insider that it plans to share details of its three-year strategic plan at an investor day in early February.
Irish PM says EU, Britain not that far away on trade
DUBLIN (Reuters) - The European Union and Britain are further apart in rhetoric than substance as they begin future trade talks, Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar said ahead of Britain’s departure from the bloc on Friday.
Highlights of CEA Subramanian press meet on Economic Survey: from 'wealth creation' to ‘Thalinomics'
Mr. Subramanian stressed that India’s aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on promoting “pro-business” policy and moving away from “pro-crony” policy.
German fund acquires planned office space on former PJ Carroll’s site
Deal sees Union Investment forward fund property which US group Hines is developing
Market Wrap, Jan 31: Sensex tanks 190 pts, Nifty below 12K ahead of Budget
State Bank of India posted a 41 per cent year-on-year growth in the standalone net profit at Rs 5,583 crore - its highest ever quarterly net profit-- for the December quarter of FY20
How to become a millionaire – Anyone can do it
Here’s how to become a millionaire, anyone can do it! Including you. You just have to put your money and mind to it.
Let's move on: EU wants to keep big role after Brexit
BRUSSELS (AP) — As the United Kingdom prepared to bring to an end its 47-year EU membership, the bloc's top officials on Friday pledged to continue playing a prominent role “in the ever-louder cacophony of the world," despite the loss of a powerful affiliate.In a text published by several European media outlets, EU commission president Ursula von der Leyen, Parliament president David Sassoli and Council president Charles Michel expressed their regrets to see Britain leave but also sounded eager to turn the page, saying the U.K.'s departure marks “a new dawn for Europe.
IGR: 36 States, FCT record N986.29bn in 9months
The 36 States of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) recorded Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of N986.29 billion in...
QFMA to further boost Qatari capital market: CEO
The Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA) is working to further improve the performance of Qatar’s capital market, which has previously been ranked among top 10 financial markets in the world in various indicators related to measuring capital market performance.
Teens Find a Big Loophole in the New Flavored Vaping Ban
The policy allows mint, dessert and fruit flavors to continue to be sold in disposable e-cigarettes, prompting many teens to switch from Juul to those devices.
Fight on to stop school change
Cllr Forbes and parent council attend key meeting over Invergowrie primary on Monday
Simon Coveney on Brexit: "Everybody loses here"
Tánaiste Simon Coveney has said he feels "sadness" as Britain leaves the European Union.The UK ...
Megallan Midstream reports weaker net income for fourth quarter, year over year
TULSA — Market-to-market commodity-related adjustments pushed Magellan Midstream Partners’ net income lower in the final quarter of 2019, the company reported on Thursday. Before markets opened, the company reported it earned a fourth-quarter net income of $286.4 million, or $1.25 per unit, on total revenues of about $740.7 million. In the fourth quarter of 2018, it had earned a net income of $314.1 million, or $1.38 per unit, on total revenues of about $865.7 million. Company officials said Magellan’s distributable cash flow for the fourth quarter of 2019 was a record $357.8 million, compared to $302.4 million the same period the previous year. As for the full year, Magellan reported a net income of about
Short-term labour shortages on cards for Suffolk and Norfolk farms post-Brexit
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Chinese city of Wuhan says it should have acted sooner to contain virus
BEIJING (Reuters) - Wuhan, the epicenter of a coronavirus that has quickly spread beyond China’s borders in recent days, should have taken measures sooner to contain it, the city’s Communist Party chief said on Friday.
Woman with six-month old baby drown in pond
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Nairobi-based lobby urges Treasury to rescind decision on implementation of turnover tax
NAIROBI, Kenya, Jan 31 – A Nairobi based lobby group representing small traders has appealed to the Ministry of Treasury to halt the implementation of the Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
Insolvency law reduces resolution time for stressed assets to 340 days: Economic Survey
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), which came into force in 2016, provides for market-linked and time-bound resolution of stressed assets. The survey, tabled in the Parliament on Friday, also said resolution under the Code has been much higher as compared to other processes.
Jewish couple sues American Airlines after being kicked off flight for ‘body odor’
A Jewish couple from Michigan is suing American Airlines for discrimination after being booted off a flight last year – claiming the crew raised a stink about their alleged body odor.
Pricing Your Apartment in a Slow Market
For sellers with high hopes, the reality of the current market can be deflating.
Minister expects negotiations with UK on free trade deal to be advanced
The Minister for Trade believes New Zealand can negotiate a free trade deal with the UK by the end of the year. At noon tomorrow, the United Kingdom's 47-year relationship with the European Union (EU) will end - three and a half years since Britons voted in a referendum to leave. But with another year of negotiations ahead as they finalise the fine print of the exit deal, it's not yet clear what the effects for New Zealand will be. Minister David Parker told Morning Report New Zealand was ready to start negotiations as soon as the United Kingdom was ready. "Their first priority will, of course, be the European Union, because that's their largest and closest trading partner but the prime minister Jacinda Ardern reaffirmed with Boris Johnson that we're ready to start trade renegotiations with them for their post-Brexit trade relationship with New Zealand in the near future.
Corporate tax cut to mostly benefit less than 1 pc of companies: Survey
The corporate tax cut announced by FM last Sept will benefit less than 1 pc of firms, as per Economic Survey.
CBOT Trends - Corn, soybeans, wheat steady-down 2 cents per bushel
CHICAGO, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Following are U.S. trade expectations for the opening of grain and soy complex trading at the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) at 8:30 a.m. CST (1430 GMT) on Friday.WHEAT - Steady to down 2 cents per bushel* Wheat futures mostly lower on risk-off trading ahead of the weekend.* Most-active CBOT March soft red winter wheat futures contract hit resistance at its 20-day moving average during overnight trading session. Consolidation was noted at the 30-day moving average.
FG targets $150 billion revenue from Zero-oil plan
FG has disclosed that it is targeting additional $150 billion to the foreign reserves in the next 10 years through its zero-oil plan.
Greece defends anti-migrant floating barrier amid growing criticism
Minister says barrier would send message to smugglers that ‘rules of the game have changed’
China banks borrow from SARS playbook in preparation for market reopening
SHANGHAI: Chinese financial firms will deploy measures used during the SARS outbreak nearly two decades ago to combat the new virus when markets ...
CM Jagan Approaches High Court Once Again
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy approached Telangana High Court once again seeking exemption from the court appearances. He sought the permission of the court to allow another accused to represent him in the future court appearances.
Leaders look to future with UKs EU adventure to end before day is out
The UK's 47-year membership of the EU will be over before the day is out.The eleven-month transi...
Egypt's population nears 100 million, putting pressure on resources and jobs
Sitting in her sister's apartment on a noisy Cairo street, Rania Sayed one day hopes to leave a city that is becoming more congested as Egypt's population ticks up to 100 million, a milestone it will pass next month. Like many others, she wants to move to one of the new satellite settlements
United Airlines Stock Is Poised for Lift Off After Encountering Turbulence
The selling in United Airlines stock has gotten overdone on coronavirus fears. The company has limited exposure and is primed for a rally.
GDP growth expected to strongly rebound to 6-6.5% in FY21: Economic Survey
India's economic growth is expected to "strongly rebound" to 6-6.5 per cent in 2020-21 from 5 per cent estimated in the current fiscal, the Economic Survey said on Friday, adding that the government with a strong mandate has the capacity to expedite reforms.
Wall Street opens in red as coronavirus headlines continue to dominate
Wall Street's n indexes started the last day of January in the negative territory as investors continue to react to heightened concerns over the coron
Omo-Pick-A-Box Host Lorna Irungu; Where Is She Now?
The show was one of the most-watched every Sunday. Lorna Irungu was one of the hosts and...
A little-known trucking company surges nearly 58% after Volkswagen makes a surprise offer to buy
Hardly a household name, truck manufacturer Navistar’s stock rose to sudden popularity Thursday, continuing into Friday’s pre-market trading. Shares surged as much as 57.7% Friday after Volkswagen’s trucking arm, Traton, made an unsolicited offer to buy the company for $US2.9 billion, or $US35 per share, Thursday. Volkswagen, which already owns a 16.76% stake in Navistar, said it would pay entirely in cash. The two companies are some of the biggest in the truck-making industry. But to make the acquisition, Volkswagen will have to get the blessing of activist investor Carl Icahn: The billionaire’s fund owns about 17% of Navistar’s outstanding stock, making Icahn Navistar’s single largest shareholder. The offer comes at a time when the broader trucking manufacturing industry is in a slump, with new orders in decline, The Wall Street Journal previously reported. In its most recent earnings, Navistar’s fourth quarter revenue declined versus the year prior. The stock started the year sliding downwards after it trailed…
‘We apologize for this failure.’ A judge said a couple missed a chance at a $7,000 tax refund — but now he says they deserved it
The court-ordered refund caps the couple’s four-year quest for the money.
ITC Q3 net profit rises 29% to Rs 4,047.87 cr; net sales up 5.71%
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 3,136.95 crore in the October-December quarter of the previous fiscal
Lucrative speaking circuit helps David Cameron bank £836,000 profit in a year
Former prime minister Theresa May also earned close to £400,000 in the month of December alone through speaking engagements.
MDC official targeted in ‘smash and grab’ days after state media ‘sting article’
Suspected state security agents smashed the passenger window of a car being driven by MDC Secretary for International Relations, Gladys Hlatshwayo, and made away with an Apple laptop. Speaking to Nehanda Radio, Hlatshwayo who was coming from a party meeting, confirmed the incident took place as she was turning from Harare Drive into Kirkman Road in the capital around 7 pm on Thursday. Bizarrely a handbag with money and other valuables was left untouched.
Investment Implications Of Unravelling Of Post WW2 World Order: The Case Of Turkey
While the world is now accustomed to the likes of China challenging the post-WW2 world order, the challenge by smaller actors such as Turkey is something new.Multinationals, ranging from oil and gas p
EUR/USD clinches weekly highs above 1.1050
The buying pressure around the shared currency is now picking up extra pace and lifting EUR/USD to fresh weekly tops above 1.1050. EUR/USD in multi-da
Three-bed seaside home in Scotland worth £185k sold for just £45k after £1 auction
A three-bedroom house on offer for just £1 sold at auction for slightly more than that yesterday – going under the hammer for £45,000. Auction House Scotland said a Scottish buyer had snapped up th…
How to Trade Boeing Stock After Its Nasty Earnings Report
Boeing's earnings were abysmal thanks to the grounded 737 Max, but the stock shrugged it off. Here's how to trade BA stock moving forward.
Chevron posts steepest loss in a decade after gas writedown
Chevron Corp. posted its biggest loss in a decade after it wrote down the value of North American natural gas fields and returns plunged from overseas refining and oil production.
Government savaged over handling of coronavirus amid growing toll of infections and deaths
The federal Health Minister has savaged Queensland's premier for claiming a lack of communication from the federal government could hamper local containment efforts.
Alleged Forgery: Court admits publisher to N2m bail
An Ikeja Special Offence Court on Friday granted a N2 million bail the publisher of The Interview magazine, Azubuike Ishiekwene, accused of forgery by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
A labor attorney explains the work rules around getting sick in the office, whether you're facing a small cold or the coronavirus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Generally, an employer can require a sick employee to leave work — but those employees won't always be required to get paid.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Lipper U.S. Weekly FundFlows Insight Report: Funds Suffer Net Outflows For The First Week In Six
Money market funds suffered net outflows of $11.6 billion.Fixed income funds took in $6.1 billion of net new money.Equity funds had net negative flows of $6.6 billion.
Take Profit on USDCAD Long – TDS
Following Friday’s release of the Canadian monthly GDP growth figures, Mazen Issa, Senior FX Strategist at TD Securities (TDS), suggests taking profit
Economic Survey links infrastructure with social reforms to boost growth
The Survey suggested interlinking electricity supply with health and education
City suppliers to wait longer for pay
EACC asks Treasury to suspend payments for an investigation into fraud claims.
Tauranga hospo investment and redevelopment site up for auction - Colliers
An investment property at the heart of Tauranga’s waterfront hospitality district and a CBD fringe redevelopment opportunity will go under the hammer next month.
Earnings Look Good Enough for PayPal Stock
PayPal stock is down modestly after its Q4 report, due to perceptions that its guidance was soft. But its guidance actually looks solid.
Nevada Copper chooses Redpath to enhance production at US mine
Nevada Copper has selected mining contractor Redpath USA to implement its ramp-up strategy for its 100%-owned Pumpkin Hollow project in Nevada, the US.
Economic Survey's GDP growth forecast for FY20 wide off projection
It is for the second consecutive time that NSO's GDP estimate is significantly lower than the projection made in the survey prepared by the finance ministry
Vedanta Q3 PBT at Rs 3,806 cr, up 9.4% on lower costs, exceptional gain
Sales down 10% to Rs 21,126 cr mainly due to lower commodity prices, muted volumes in zinc, oil & gas and copper
85% of Older Adults Are Setting Themselves Up to Fail in Retirement
Retirement could be a challenging time for the majority of older Americans -- but it is possible to change course.
Thalinomics suggests meal more affordable for common man
The survey states that across India and also the four regions -- North, South, East and West -- it is found that the absolute prices of a vegetarian thali have decreased significantly since 2015-16 though the price has increased in 2019.
Suncorp Says 'Unprecedented' Catastrophes Will Drive Reinsurance Recoveries
Australian primary insurance giant Suncorp has referred to an unprecedented start to the season for catastrophe losses this morning, saying that it now expects to make recoveries across its reinsuranc
Realtors expect debt restructuring up to Rs 1 trn, tax sops for homebuyers
He said loans up to Rs 1 trillion are required to be restructured in view of liquidity crunch faced by builders
Core industries output rise 1.3% in December after four months of decline
The growth came on the back of rise in output in coal, fertiliser and refinery products sectors. However, production of crude oil, natural gas, and electricity contracted during December
Books industry needs investors – GPA
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EXCLUSIVE: Dundee on verge of signing Christie Elliott
Christie Elliott is on the brink of signing for Dundee, Courier Sport can reveal.
Amazon set to break record for one-day gain in market cap
Amazon could set a new mark for the biggest single-day gain on record for a US company.
How the desk job could lead to permanent damage to your health
Alex Wilkins, iHASCO, highlights the hidden hazards in the workplace that could result in permanent damage to your health
Economic Survey raises more questions than answers for pharma industry
Economic Survey 2019-20: The pharma industry is left in a fix after the Economic Survey 2020 came out today. Here's all you need to know
US consumer spending cooled last month, core prices picked up
Income growth in the US slowed to 0.2%.
India Set to Move Towards Chinese Model to Expand Exports, Create Jobs
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian Finance Ministry has been trying to attract investments from foreign companies into India. The cut in corporate tax rates came as a push to attract investments by technology companies looking for avenues outside of China, amid Beijing’s ongoing trade war with Washington.
Cases Involving Rs 1.58 Lakh Crore Resolved By IBC Till December; Resolution Time Slashed By 340 Per Cent
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) has resolved cases worth Rs 1.58 lakh crore till December 2019 and the resolution time for each case has reduced from 4.3 years to less that a year, the Economic Survey 2019-20 has noted [PDF].
Why is there an uptick of human trafficking during major events?
Human trafficking can occur at any time and at any place throughout the world, but major festivals and events including the Super Bowl are known to result in an increase of human trafficking activity. ...
Ukraine court puts freeze on Ferrexpo unit's shareholding – media
Ferrexpo's operations remain unaffected and continue as normal.
Play Casino Stocks with a Bearish Put on Las Vegas Sands
My indicators turned bearish last Friday, and I am recommending a bearish put option on Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE:LVS).
Wipro stocks fall over two per cent after CEO Neemuchwala steps down
MD Abidali Z Neemuchwala will continue to hold the office of the CEO and Managing Director, until a successor is appointed for a smooth transition.
UK government wants Canada-style free trade deal with EU - spokesman for PM Johnson
LONDON (Reuters) - The British government has been clear it is seeking a Canada-style free trade agreement with the European Union after Brexit, Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s spokesman said on Friday.
These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week
The Link Administration Holdings Ltd (ASX:LNK) share price and the ResMed Inc. (ASX:RMD) share price were amongst the best performers on the ASX 200 last week...
EU leaders remind Britain: No membership, no benefits
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The leaders of the European Union’s three institutions warned Britain on Friday that it cannot expect “the highest quality access to the single market” unless it adopts the bloc’s standards on environment, labor, taxation and state aid.
Britain hails new start as it says farewell to EU after a long-drawn process
Official celebrations will be muted out of respect for half the population who wanted to stay in the EU.
Economic Survey 2020: How privatisation helps CPSEs unlock growth potential
Economic Survey 2020: The analysis showed that these privatised CPSEs, on an average, perform better post privatisation than their peers in terms of their net worth, net profit, return on assets
What will actually change after the UK leaves the EU on Brexit day?
The UK is leaving the EU this evening after three-and-a-half years of political upheaval. Here's what will actually change.
Post-fire losses darken days for light bulb maker - VnExpress International
Light bulb maker Rang Dong, whose Hanoi warehouse was gutted by a fire, has reported Q4 losses of almost VND36 billion ($1.5 million).
Economic Survey 2020: Red-tape still strangles Indian manufacturing
Economic Survey 2020 updates: Ease of doing business in India seems like a far fetched dream as of now due to the huge number of licenses and approvals needed to run a business. Here's all you need to know
Shehbaz files defamation suit against British newspaper, reporter David Rose
The PML-N president said that the allegations leveled against him were baseless.
Aston Martin bailed out by Canadian F1 billionaire
Aston Martin has been rescued from collapse by a US$656 million bailout led by a Canadian Formula 1 billionaire.
Teenager tells how controlling 21-stone thug boyfriend, 23, sexually assaulted her when she was just 16, beat her to a pulp and even confiscated her glasses to stop her looking at other men
WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT. Tal Quinn, pictured, from York, has spoken of the abuse she suffered at the hands of her boyfriend Abudi Salhab, who is now in prison.
These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week
The Nearmap Ltd (ASX:NEA) share price and the Treasury Wine Estates Ltd (ASX:TWE) share price were amongst the worst performers on the ASX 200 last week...
Kenyan entrepreneur creates disposable urination funnels for women
In Africa, most women are found wanting when they want to pee in public facilities. If you are not one that carries disinfectant wipes or hand sanitizer, then you are left to choose between a Urinary Tract Infection or holding in your pee till you get home. The worst incidence is when on a road...
Lyft Stock Is An Intriguing Trade for Market Bulls Ahead of Earnings
The long-term debate over Lyft won't be resolved by a single quarterly report, but a risk-loving market could bid LYFT stock up next month.
French Connection shares plummet after failure to secure buyer
The retailer saw shares slide by almost a third after it said it was set to post between £1 million and £2 million in losses for the year.
Lockheed Martin Can Keep Flying Higher in 2020
The defense titan has had a great five-year run, but its year-end earnings results and forecast suggest there is potential for further growth.
Optus cops hefty penalty for spamming customers
The communications watchdog has slugged Optus with its second-largest fine ever after the telco spammed consumers when they unsubscribed.
Do government budget cuts mean austerity isn't over yet?
Sajid Javid, chancellor of the exchequer, had promised before the general election that he would end austerity
Opposition lingers in Shinhan’s Orange Life merger
Shinhan Financial Group’s plans to merge Orange Life Insurance with its wholly owned life insurance unit seemed to have been working out smoothly. However, trouble persists as minority shareholders continue to demand an increase in their dividend payouts. Small shareholders of Orange began making the demand after teaming up with civic activist group the Korea Stockholders Alliance in November, but Shinhan refu...
Core sector output shows growth after contracting for four months
The rebound signals that the economy may have bottomed out in the second quarter and may see revival in the third quarter. The news should come as relief for the government ahead of the Budget and may dispel fears surrounding the Indian economy slipping into stagflation.
Macy's is launching a new store concept that's masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story
Macy's is in the process of hiring employees to work at its new store in the upscale town of Southlake, Texas.
You don’t have to hit a six in every ball, wait for market to throw you a loose ball: Madhusudan Kela
As the markets have amply proven in the last four, six months, the loose ball is coming. Meanwhile, pharma could provide great opportunities, says market expert Madhusudan Kela.
Macy’s is launching a new store concept that’s masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story
Macy’s is preparing to open a new retail concept in Texas.
Tube delays: Commuters face Victoria Line chaos after Finsbury Park fire alert
A fire alert at Finsbury Park has led to rush hour havoc on the Victoria Line, while a signal failure disrupted the Piccadilly Line.
3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Lyft, HD Supply, and Melco Resorts & Entertainment
Friday's big stock charts feature three stocks with the potential for longer-term rebounds — and shorter-term upside.
'Trump to add new names to sanctions list' - splendid, please add Chamisa Mthuli Ncube!
"Trump to add more names on Zimbabwe sanctions list!" screamed the headlines in Bulawayo 24!YES! YES! I scream back, static ecstatic with in delight!The sanctio...
MTN Group to sell 14% of its Nigerian business
MTN Group says it is looking to reduce its majority shareholding in its Nigerian subsidiary by 14%, hoping to raise $4 billion from the sale.
Gold Brexit commemorative 50p coins priced at £945 are a sell-out
The Royal Mint has been operating a queuing system on its website as people buy the new commemorative 50p coins.
EU warns UK there is no strength in ‘splendid isolation’
BRUSSELS, Jan 31 — The European Union’s three top officials gathered today to promise a new dawn for their bloc and warn Britain that it would lose the benefits of close ties after Brexit. “We want to have the best possible relationship with the United Kingdom, but it will never be as good as...
Shrinking French and Italian economies hamper euro zone growth
Spectre of recession likely to mean more monetary easing by ECB
Retailers call for two hours free parking in Perth city centre to bring back shoppers
Retailers have called for two hours of free parking to be introduced in Perth city centre to help bring shoppers from the outskirts and beyond back to the high street.
Amazon Crushes Earnings, and Here's the Most Impressive Part
Amazon’s retail sales took flight even in soft consumer spending environment.
Economic Survey 2020: Why wealth creation was picked as this year's theme
Economic Survey 2019-20: Elaborating on India's historical dominance on the global economy, the survey stressed on the importance of bringing an openness in the market that leads to wealth creation
Wet’suwet’en agree to talk
Wet’suwet’en hereditary chiefs have agreed to enter a discussion with the province for a period of seven days in an effort to de-escalate conflict surrounding the Coastal GasLink project.
Toyota invests in flying cars
Auto giant joins aviation specialist to develop urban air mobility solutions Toyota has announced a partnership with aerospace company Joby Aviation to begin development and production of electric vertical take-offand landing (eVTOL) aircraft – better known as flying cars. The Japanese car-maker has announced a lead investment of $US394 million to help fund the $US590m …
Railways Approaches Finance Ministry to Relieve it of Pension Burden
This is not the first time that the railways has begged off its pension responsibilities, which eat into its earnings.
Contraction in domestic revenue growth softened IT-BPM sector growth in FY19: Survey
Of the total $135.5 billion of exports of the IT-BPM sector in 2018-19, IT services accounted for 55%, and BPM and software products & engineering services for the remaining 45 per cent (with each accounting for almost half of the share). The survey termed the Indian IT-BPM industry as the flag-bearer of India's exports over the past two decades.
Banking services affected as employees strike
The nationwide strike has been called by the United Forum of Bank Unions, pressing for a 20% wage hike and a charter of other demands
Long-suffering Zimbabwe cricketers to have salaries cut
Cricket News: Zimbabwe's cricketers are set to have their salaries cut as their national board continues to face financial troubles. Zimbabwe Cricket chairman Taven
Deribit to Offer Daily Bitcoin Options
Crypto derivatives platform Deribit will offer a daily Bitcoin index options to its client base.
Brexit: EU warns it will fight hard for its interests in trade talks
The EU has warned it will fight hard for its interests in trade talks on the day the UK leaves the bloc, with the Commission President insisting the new relationship will never be as close as it was.
Eurozone economy records worst year since 2013
The growth recorded was lower than the 0.2% anticipated in the markets and was largely due to the fact that two of the eurozone's biggest economies, France and Italy, both contracted.
Collapse of Kabul Bank Analyzed in New Book
A book detailing the key factors in the collapse of Kabul Bank was released in Afghanistan on Thursday, and the event triggered fresh criticism against the Afghan government for failing to
Paris-based AssoConnect raises €7 million to transform the non-profit sector
The French startup AssoConnect, whose technology is transforming how the non-profit sector is managed, has completed a second round of funding of €7 million, led by XAnge, ISAI and several business angels.
Italy's Gualtieri: Government expects GDP to bounce back in Q1 after disappointing Q4
The Italian government expects the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to bounce back in the first quarter of 2020 following the disappointing growth recorde
Eco Survey flags disproportionate dwarfism of banks, calls to be efficient
The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in Parliament by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman noted that despite nationalisation a significant portion of the poor remained unbanked till 2014
General Motors to revive Hummer as an electric off-road titan
Hummer had been killed off in 2010, though the nameplate will be brought under the GMC brand for an electric revival
Doctors start terrace garden at trauma centre
It aims at promoting ‘grow your own food’ concept and works as a stress buster for doctors
Highways sector needs Rs 19.63 lakh crore investment by 2024-25: Economic Survey
Of the total Rs 102 lakh crore investment need for infrastructure projected by the National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP), during 2020 to 2025, the highways sector will require Rs 19.63 lakh crore, the Survey said.
Friday’s analyst upgrades and downgrades
Inside the Market’s roundup of some of today’s key analyst actions
Tesco discounts toy Range Rover by a whopping £82 so shoppers can get it for just £27.50
Supermarket Tesco has slashed the cost of a toy Range Rover by 75%. The car is currently £27.50 instead of £110
Red-Hot Uber Stock Might Just Prove Its Bull Case in 2020
At the start of 2020 Uber stock is looking pretty hot. Investors should keep a close eye on the name as the year unfolds.
Eurozone economy records worst year since 2013
The eurozone economy, which is made up of the 19 countries that use the euro currency, ended 2019 with a whimper and recorded its worst year of growth since it was mired in a debt crisis in 2013.
The Return of the King: Jeff Bezos Tops World's Billionaires List After Amazon Sales Went up 21%
On Wednesday, the fortune of billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk grew by $2.3 billion within an hour following an increase in the total market value of electric vehicle maker Tesla.
Economic Survey 'disappointing', Modi govt selling dreams to people: Mayawati
In a series of tweets, BSP president Mayawati said: "Because of the wrong policies and programmes of the centre, rising poverty, inflation, unemployment etc. have led to constant shrinking of the per capita/family income of the people, yet the BJP government is selling dreams to them.
Two-day PSU bank strike over wage revision impacts services across country
However, private sector lenders like ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank were operational.
Amazon tops $1trillion valuation on strong results
Amazon.com is back in fashion with investors. Concern about the cost of Amazon’s one-day delivery pledge lingered after a busy holiday period
General Motors to revive Hummer as an electric off-road titan
Hummer had been killed off in 2010, though the nameplate will be brought under the GMC brand for an electric revival
French Connection shares plummet after failure to secure buyer
The retailer saw shares slide by almost a third after it said it was set to post between £1 million and £2 million in losses for the year.
No end in sight to Kangai estate wrangle
Hearing in the disputed estate of late national hero Kumbirai Kangai did not commence yesterday after one of the lawyers failed to turn up.
Surge pricing for taxis to be proposed in NY City Council
Changes could be on the way for taxi drivers and passengers in New York City if a proposal being introduced in New York City Council Friday becomes law.
FTSE 100 stumbles as coronavirus spreads to the UK
The FTSE 100 has fallen this morning after the Bank of England left interest rates on hold, boosting the pound and hurting British stocks.
Kerala Lottery Nirmal NR-158 Today Results announced: First Prize worth is Rs 60 lakh
Kerala Nirmal Lottery NR 158 Today Results: The first prize winner is ticket number NC-846095 which bagged a whopping Rs 60 lakh. The second prize was drawn by ticket number NC-938462 which bagged Rs 5 lakh.
4 Things Investors Must Consider Before Buying Aurora Cannabis
Aurora stock is currently one of the worst-performing Canadian cannabis companies. Here are a few things to know before investing.
American optimism toward economy surges to 9-month high as job market hums
American households were more optimistic about the economy this month. The University of Michigan said its index of consumer sentiment jumped to...
Coin hoard is a world record breaker – and that’s official
A HOARD of almost 70,000 Iron Age coins found in Jersey has been officially recognised as a world record – although its value and whether it will stay in Jersey still remain unclear.
Economic Survey: New firm creation higher in services sector than mfg, agri
The survey also said that there is a need to invest in ramping up India's statistical infrastructure. It also said that India has made impressive improvements in several social development indicators
When is the monthly Canadian GDP report and how could it affect USD/CAD?
Friday's economic docket highlights the release of monthly Canadian GDP growth figures for November, scheduled to be published at 13:30 GMT by Statist
Macy's is launching a new store concept that's masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story
Macy’s is preparing to open a new retail concept in Texas.
Why imported onions are rotting? Economic Survey 2020 has an answer
Economic Survey 2020 latest: Imported onions are rotting as there are no takers. Here's what the Economic Survey 2019-20 has to say about the onion crisis
Turkish conglomerate Anadolu sells McDonald's franchising rights
Turkey's Anadolu Group Holding, one of the country's largest conglomerates, said Thursday that all shares of Anadolu Restaurant, which includes the Turkish...
Motorists, are you Brexit-ready to drive abroad? Here's six things you need to consider after 31 January
From validity of UK licences to green cards and preparing for overseas low emission zones, here's everything drivers need to know for life after 31 January.
Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Is Becoming a Big Topic in Asia
An official at Japan's central bank has signaled a willingness to embrace a digital yen & Cambodia is pushing ahead with it's own blockchain-powered currency
These engineers left their jobs to develop a sex education curriculum
'That mate' talks about topics not taught in school from puberty, sexual, mental and emotional health to financial literacy. The start-up has tie-up with over 100 schools and already provides content in form of comics, games etc. They are now moving towards a mobile-based app and a chat-bot.
Blow to Kenyan farmers as agency bans avocado export
Traders accused of shipping immature crop due to high demand.
Top headlines: Eco Survey 2019-20, Wipro's Abidali Neemuchwala steps down
Economic Survey for 2019-20 was tabled in Parliament on Friday and projected the country's gross domestic product (GDP) to grow between 6 - 6.5 per cent in financial 2020-21 (FY21)
Sales of over 1.7k listed manufacturing firms contracted by 7.7 per cent in Q2: Survey
The Survey, tabled in Parliament on Friday by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said demand conditions for the manufacturing sector weakened in September quarter of 2019-20 with a contraction in nominal sales, citing RBI studies on corporate performance.
Economic Survey outlines strategy to achieve $5 trillion economy, says PM Modi
In a social media post, PM Modi said that the Economic Survey, tabled in Parliament today, highlights the government's strategy to achieve $5 trillion economy.
F&O: Over to Budget; banking stocks only hope as bears rule
India VIX moved up 3.38 per cent to 17.36 level.
Pvt sector share in National Infra Pipeline to hit 30% by 2025: Eco Survey
Two-thirds of the pipeline is already firmed up; projects of certain states likely to be added to in due course
Eco Survey flags 'disproportionate dwarfism' of Indian banks, calls upon PSBs to become efficient
Flagging 'disproportionate dwarfism' of banks, Economic Survey called upon PSBs to become efficient.
Economic Survey: Sales of over 1.7k mfg firms contracted by 7.7% in Q2
Net profit for the manufacturing sector contracted in Q1 (June quarter) of 2019-20, mainly due to a production slowdown, it added
Budget 2020: Allow tax exemption on health insurance premium
Animesh Das Head of Product Strategy - ACKO General Insurance It would be a welcome move, if the government will remove the current limits and allow tax exemption on actual/full health insurance premium paid by the taxpayer.
53% of Older Americans Make This Miscalculation That Could Destroy Their Retirement
It's a dangerous misstep for a lot of reasons.
Canadian Nov. GDP will be in focus on Friday – TDS
Analysts at TD Securities (TDS) offered a brief preview on Thursday's release of Canadian monthly GDP print for November and also the near-term outloo
Illegal tree cutting offenders punished
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Lilly posts higher-than-expected profit as new drugs lift outlook
Eli Lilly has posted higher-than-expected profit on the back of increasing demand for its newly launched drugs, despite fighting continued price erosion and pressure in the US.
Minister tours TVET schools to know the state of facilities
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Consequential train accidents decreased to 59 in 2018-19: Economic Survey
The Indian Railways with over 68,000 route-kilometres is the third-largest network in the world under single management
BREXIT DAY: ‘Brussels lined up with London’ – former SNP deputy leader Jim Sillars says EU exit helps independence campaign
Former SNP deputy leader Jim Sillars claims Brexit will make it easier to win a second referendum on Scottish independence.
Brexit: what’s next? The crunch dates ahead and what investors expect - CityAM
The UK voted to leave the European Union by a margin of 52% to 48% in a referendum held on [...]
CFTC Chairman Heath P. Tarbert Wants US to Take the Lead in Adopting Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Technology
Dr. Heath P. Tarbert, chairman and chief executive at the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), recently stated that he would like to see the United S
Millions of workers to get an extra £104 as new tax rules come into effect in April
In addition to increasing the NICs threshold the Government will also end the freeze to working age benefits, which has been in place since 2016.
Britain bids farewell to EU, hails a new start
Britain becomes the first country to leave the 28-member bloc
Eastern EU states threaten lawsuit over looming trucking reform
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Poland, Bulgaria and other eastern European Union states are mulling a legal challenge to new road transport rules that would force their trucks to return home every eight weeks, a change they say would harm their trucking companies, diplomats said.
Production pattern is not in sync with the demand: The Economic Survey 2019-20
The survey said that the share of cereals declines steadily as MPCE level increases, from about 19 per cent for the bottom decile class of rural India to about 5-6 per cent for the top decile class, and from 15 per cent for the bottom decile class of urban India to under 3 per cent for the top decile class.
Privatised CPSEs reported better profit, sales after transition: Eco Survey
The survey, tabled in Parliament on Friday, examined the change in performance for each individual central public sector enterprises (CPSE)
Applications open for An Táin Arts Centre's Emerging Visual Artist Residency - Talk of the Town
Applications are now open for the Emerging Visual Artist Residency Award at An Táin Arts Centre from July 1st to September 30th. An Táin Arts Centre’s Emerging Visual Artist Residency programme is open to recent graduates and artists at the start of their career looking to establish a collaborative practice in a community setting. The...Read More→
Indian-origin Arvind Krishna Replaces Virginia Rometty As New IBM CEO
Indian-origin Arvind Krishna has been elected as the next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IBM, the American IT giant, succeeding Virginia Rometty on Jan 30.
BREXIT DAY: Scotch pies and general indifference – how Britain’s entry into Europe was reported in 1973
On January 1 1973, following years of negotiations, Prime Minister Edward "Ted" Heath realised his dream of taking the UK into the European Communities.
BSNL set to revamp; half the employees are retrenched today
Barat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is all set to rejuvenate the public telecom sector by bringing alterations in services and work. As part of the move the country is to witness the largest retrenching of employees.
Eco Survey sees growth at 6.5% in FY21, calls for easing of deficit target
For the current fiscal, it projected a GDP growth of 5 per cent, the lowest in 11 years, and worsening job prospects
Sebi disposes of insider trading case against SpiceJet's former independent director
It had been alleged that he traded in SpiceJet while in possession of unpublished price information
Macy's is launching a new store concept that's masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Macy's is in the process of hiring employees to work at its new store in the upscale town of Southlake, Texas.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
HUL reports 12.95% rise in consolidated net profit at Rs 1,631 cr
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 1,444 crore in the October-December period of the previous fiscal
Fewer than 1 in 5 Employees Is Highly Engaged. Here's Why This is a Problem--and How to Fix It
In today's competitive hiring market, it's easier to keep your current employees engaged that to start the hiring process from scratch.
Govt must support pro-business policies to be a $5-trn economy: Eco Survey
The survey said the exponential rise in India's GDP and GDP per capita post liberalisation coincides with wealth generation in the stock market
Eskom CEO appoints board for planned division into three units
Eskom seeks to drive harder bargain on funding costs-CEO
Another oligarch lie, debunked
BEFORE proceeding, here is again thanking Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) secretary, Ramon Lopez, for being our guest during yesterday’s edition of the ‘Meet the Press, Report to the Nation’ media forum at the National Press Club.
Laura Ashley chief executive steps down after eight years
Retailer Laura Ashley said today its chief executive Kwan Cheong Ng is stepping down after eight years in the role. [...]
Economic Survey 2019-20: Competition, low tariffs led to financial stress in telecom sector
The data price in the country came down by over 99% during 2016-2019, making it among the lowest tariff in the world, according to the survey.
How To Keep Your Company Afloat If You Unexpectedly Lose an Employee
It's too late to do anything about it after it happens -- so here's how to prepare for the unexpected.
Ipswich Town transfer rumour: Blues linked with deadline day move for Dutch Scunthorpe striker van Veen
Ipswich Town have been linked with a deadline day move for Scunthorpe United striker Kevin van Veen.
Krachi East Assembly urged to complete abandoned market project
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Creep told his ex "I'm your worst nightmare"
Allan Logan made two telephone calls to his ex Rebecca Lindsay and uttered a threatening remark to her.
MP applauded for leading the process to revive dormant market
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Forget Legalization: CBD Is Good Enough for CRON Stock
Cronos’ acquisition of Lord Jones is perfect because the American consumer wants CBD, not marijuana.
Genesis Crypto Lending Firm Hits New Record in Loan Originations in Q4 2019
Over-the-counter digital currency trading and lending firm Genesis has closed the fourth quarter of 2019 with record high loan originations since its inception.
Police Launch Manhunt for Ex-Presidential Aspirant
The former presidential aspirant was under police radar after he was found with...
China - One Problem Ends And Another Begins
Trade had been a problem for the Chinese economy.Hong Kong issues are ongoing.African Swine Fever caused a meat shortage.Did ASF lead to coronavirus?Commodities will move with the state of China's eco
In The Last Lap: Modi’s Ambitious Interconnectivity Project Between India, Nepal And Bangladesh A Step Closer
New Delhi plans to extend this agreement to include Myanmar and, subsequently, other South-East Asian nations.
Oil Climbs as WHO Declares Emergency, but Opposes Travel Restrictions
Oil prices rose on Friday but were still set for a fourth consecutive weekly loss, as markets attempted to assess the economic damage of the coronavirus that has spread from China to around 20 countries, killing more than 200 people. Brent crude LCOc
Pfizer Misses Target, Soft Guidance, And Other News: The Good, Bad And Ugly Of Biopharma
Pfizer missed Q4 target, offers soft guidance.Surface Onco receives IND.PerkinElmer provides lackluster 2020 guidance.
Citizenship Amendment Act fulfilled Gandhiji’s dream: President Ramnath Kovind
Vice President Venkaiah Naidu s also chairing a meeting of floor leaders of Rajya Sabha at his residence on Friday.
Nigel Farage says there's 'no way' Britain would rejoin the EU
'I walked at random into a pub at Westminster last night and the party had already started.'
Warren Buffett's $4.6 million crypto lunch was eBay's priciest purchase in 2019. It still hasn't happened.
Tron chief Justin Sun bought the charity meal with Berkshire Hathaway's boss but bailed at the last minute, sparking conspiracies.
Tech View: Be patient with Budget volatility, don’t rush to buy on dips
Nifty broke below the lower end of the Rising Megaphone pattern on the daily chart.
This Billionaire Bitcoin Investor Gives 3 Catalysts That Could Send Price Flying
Bitcoin has undoubtedly been on a tear over the past 45 or so days. Since hitting $6,400 in December, BTC has surged by almost 50%, hitting a local high
France, Italy Drag Euro-Area Economy to Worst Quarter Since 2013
(Bloomberg) -- Terms of Trade is a daily newsletter that untangles a world embroiled in trade wars. Sign up here. The euro-area economy barely grew at the end of 2019 as unexpected contractions in France and Italy dealt the bloc its weakest quarter in almost seven years.The surprise slump in two of the
Integrate ‘Assemble in India’ into Make in India
Move will boost exports, create 80 mn jobs in next 10 years, survey says.The Survey gives China’s example, where labour-intensive exports between 2001 and 2006 created 70 million jobs
US stocks fall amid virus fears despite Amazon surge
NEW YORK, Jan 31 — Wall Street stocks dropped early today amid worries over the coronavirus outbreak and despite a blowout Amazon earnings report that lifted the e-commerce giant’s value back above US$1 trillion (RM4.1 trillion). Britain confirmed its first cases of the virus, the US upgraded...
‘Need For Wealth Creation’: Lessons From Thirukkural, Arthashastra And Ten New Ideas In Economic Survey 2020
‘Since the wealth cannot be distributed unless created, the wealth creators are India’s wealth’
Luxury brand sales on Las Vegas Strip driven by tourists, millennials
Luxury labels are itching to grow their retail presence in Las Vegas as big spenders among tourists and millennials propel the luxury retail market.
How to improve crop insurance coverage
The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana must undergo a cost-benefit audit and be updated to allow for income stabilisation for farmers
Economic Survey advocates further ‘economic freedom’
While it does makes a case for further reform, it falls short on prescriptions and sector-specific insights
Greta Thunberg puts Africa’s climate activists in media spotlight
After a racism debate in Davos on the invisibility of African climate activists, Greta Thunberg held a press conference Friday with fellow eco-warriors from Kenya, Uganda and South Africa to stress the importance of their voices.
UK will be more welcoming to Indonesians after Brexit, ambassador says
“To Indonesians who are interested in traveling or studying in the UK, [the country] will be an even more open, welcoming and positive place for Indonesians than it has been in the past,” he said on Friday.
Fintech Become Tops $200 Million in Loans Matched between Online Lenders and SMEs
Become, formerly known as Lending Express, has surpassed $200 million in matching online lending to SMEs in need of growth capital. The news was revealed in a r
Pre Budget Expectations by HDFC Securities
HDFC Securities The Govt needs to give a serious push to improve the business environment.
Johnson hails UK’s ‘new beginning’ as Brexit day arrives
Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union.
Lebanese bonds tumble as uncertainty increases
"Lebanese debt is currently trading at a large discount and investors have already priced in a restructuring," Saeb El Zein, a financial markets expert told Annahar.
RON97 price drops 8 sen, RON95 and diesel unchanged for week of Feb 1
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — The retail price of RON97 petrol dropped 8 sen to RM2.41 a litre, while RON95 and diesel are maintained at RM2.08 and RM2.18 a litre, respectively, effective midnight until February 7. The Ministry of Finance, in a statement today, announced that based on the calculations...
Budget 2020: How FM Nirmala Sitharaman's fiscal deficit math is likely to move Sensex, Nifty on Feb 1
Budget 2020: An increase in fiscal deficit target in view of the ongoing economic slowdown may not negatively impact the market since elevated level of expenditure is expected to result in higher demand in Indian economy
Manage buy-to-rent risks
The current buyers’ market offers a good opportunity for investors looking for properties to rent out, especially with the prospect of a potential rental-growth recovery in the latter part of 2020.
Frank Lampard: 'Olivier Giroud is staying at Chelsea'
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says that Olivier Giroud will spend the rest of the season at Stamford Bridge.
Cosatu to present R254bn Eskom rescue plan
The plan could reduce Eskom's debt by more than half.
Crystal gazing the budget announcements from Economic Survey
Here's what to expect in the budget on Saturday or by way of policy pronouncements subsequent to the budget
What could change in this year’s budget?
Each year the Union Budget is watched keenly and the salaried middle class hope for relief from income tax. Furquan Moharkan takes a look at five things that Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman could change in this year’s budget.
Better borrowing: Expert advice for avoiding problem debt
In association with the Insolvency Service of Ireland
Canada not rushing to post-Brexit deal with Britain, as business urges calm
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he is confident that Britain's exit from the European Union later today will be an orderly process with minimal disruption to Canadian trade and investment.
Enbridge faces regulators in Canada, U.S. over plans to expand oil pipeline network
Enbridge faces off with regulators in Minnesota over Line 3 just as it grapples with complaints over changes to overhaul its Mainline
They’re earning shed loads! Ex-PMs David Cameron and Theresa May rake in hundreds of thousands of pounds for media appearances after leaving office - and Boris Johnson is not doing too badly either
Mr Cameron earned £150,000 before quitting over his failure to see off Brexit, but that was small fry compared to his current income. And Mrs May has made almost £400,000 since leaving No10 in July.
Crypto Tax in 2020: A Comprehensive Guide
Paying crypto taxes is becoming increasingly difficult in 2020, as government tax authorities around the world continue to change their minds on how
North African countries still have significant wheat needs this year - Transgrains
PARIS, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Algeria needs to buy 1.5 million tonnes of wheat and Morocco 600,000 tonnes in the last three months of the 2019/2020 (July-June) season, which should benefit France, a senior trader familiar with North African markets said on Friday.In addition, Tunisia will probably need to book another 200,000 tonnes, Jean-Philippe Everling, founder and director of Transgrains France in partnership with Italian group Casillo, told the Paris Grain Day conference in Paris.
This pilot influencer is giving her more than 500,000 Instagram followers an inside look at the world of aviation
Maria Fagerström is a pilot and Instagram influencer from Sweden who shares her exciting life with her more than 500,000 followers.
James Nyoro: Brains Behind Uhuru's Ksh7 Billion Project
Through Nyoro's appointment by the president, he took part in various major projects including...
What you need to know if you live and work in Spain, France or other EU country after Brexit
Living and working in the EU depends on the rules of the individual country
BOJ warns of cyber-attack vulnerability ahead of Olympic Games
Japan's financial institutions must guard against cyber-attacks ahead of the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, with nearly 40per cent of banks and other ...
Dow plunges 500 points amid coronavirus fears after outbreak is declared a global health emergency and death toll reaches 213
The World Health Organization declared the epidemic a global emergency on Thursday after the fast-spreading virus killed more than 200 people in China and infected thousands.
Tongaat shares back to JSE trading on Monday
It suspended trading on June 10 after revelations of accounting irregularities that saw its share plummet some 75% last year.
Airbus to pay US$4b to settle corruption probe, says French prosecutor
PARIS, Jan 31 — European planemaker Airbus will pay €3.592 billion (RM16.3 billion or US$3.98 billion) to settle corruption probes by US, British and French authorities into contract dealings, France’s financial prosecutor said today. The simultaneous settlements in Britain, France and the...
PH, US soldiers conduct joint counter-terrorism training
Amid President Duterte's planned abrogation of the Visiting Forces of Agreement (VFA), the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) looks to further strengthen its the military ties with the US.
Report: Family farm bankruptcies jumped 20% in 2019
2019 was a tough year for American farmers. U.S. farm bankruptcies jumped 20 percent last year.
Crisis-hit Thyssenkrupp mulls sale of elevators units worth 15 billion euro
According to the Financial Times, Thyssenkrupp has attracted at least four bids for its crown jewel, including from Finnish lift maker Kone
Britain Is Finally Leaving the European Union Today. Here's What Will Change
It's Brexit day on Jan. 31
Aston Martin delays electric car plans after raising emergency funds
The British automaker’s awful 2019 put it in a tough spot
British Steel rescue under threat as French government opposes Jingye deal
The Chinese takeover of embattled British Steel is hanging in the balance after the French government said it would oppose the deal.
China says U.S. move to raise travel warning is inappropriate
BEIJING (Reuters) - The United States’ decision to raise its warning level for travel to China is not in line with the facts and is inappropriate, a spokeswoman at the Chinese foreign ministry, Hua Chunying, said on Friday on the ministry’s website.
Expert: Taxes beat bans for promoting reusable bags
More places are restricting or banning plastic bags at the store. A professor of economics and public policy says taxes better push people to reusable.
Delhi Police ask for 45 documents for opening restaurant, only 19 for a gun: Economic Survey
Delhi Police ask for as many as 45 documents before giving its clearance for opening an eatery in the national capital as gainst only 19 to buy a gun, the Economic Survey said on Friday while making a case for doing away with unnecessary controls.
Drinkers want fizz, low carbs, and Super Bowl ads reflect it
DETROIT - When Americans crack open a cold one during Sunday's Super Bowl, it might not be a traditional domestic beer.Sales of classic beers like Bud Light
Market watch: KSE-100 falls 273 points owing to global sell-off
Benchmark index decreases 0.65% to settle at 41,630.93
Crisis-hit Thyssenkrupp mulls sale of '15bn euro elevator unit'
Deciding the future of the elevator unit was the group's "top priority", said Merz, aiming to raise billions of euros in fresh capital that could be used across the conglomerate's struggling divisions.
Balanced growth is essential for democracy
Economic development is uneven across State lines and social classes. A consensual approach is needed to move India forward
Here’s What Will Change And What Won’t Now That Brexit Has Finally Popped Off
The UK has until December 31 to hammer out a deal with the EU.
Takeaway fined for 'lamb' curry which was actually more than half beef
Pasta & Papadums in Briton Ferry was brought before the courts
HUL to increase soap prices by 5-6 pc
According to HUL Chief Financial Officer Srinivas Phatak, prices of palm oil in the last six months have gone up by 25 to 30 per cent. "We would take the prices up in the soap part of our portfolio. We would be looking to price up between 5 to 6 per cent and they would come in a phased manner," Phatak said in a post-earnings conference call.
Aston Martin Lands Sugar Daddy in the Form of a Canadian Billionaire
A consortium led by Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll has agreed to buy a 16.7 percent stake in Aston Martin, pledging to increase that figure to 20 percent.
DAR exceeds 2019 targets in training, supporting farmer beneficiaries
The Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) trained 467,890 agrarian reform beneficiaries last year, greatly exceeding its targets for the enhancement of their human, financial, and physical capital.
Startup India sees growth; Maha, Karnataka lead the race
The startup ecosystem in the country has seen an uptick in growth in the past few years, with a push from the Startup India initiative launched in August 2015. The Economic Survey said that startups
Billionaire Lawrence Stroll takes stake in ailing carmaker Aston Martin
Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll will take a roughly 20per cent stake in Aston Martin for nearly 200 million pounds (US$263 million) as the ...
MagicLab billionaire Andreev to launch new mobile app business
Move follows sale of stake in $3bn company to Blackstone
How to retire early and still be rich
If you want to retire early in the future but maintain a particular lifestyle, achieving FIRE may not be as difficult as you think...
Airbus ran ‘massive’ bribery scheme to win orders
European aerospace group to pay €3.6bn in penalties to regulators in France, UK and US
Man arrested in Dundalk on suspicion of passport offences - Talk of the Town
A 40-year-old man was arrested in Dundalk today on suspicion of falsifying passports. A statement from Gardaí said: “On Friday, 31st January 2020, an intelligence led operation was conducted by the Garda National Bureau of Criminal Investigation (GNBCI), targeting persons suspected to be involved in serious and organised crime who operate at an international level....Read More→
Johnson hails UK’s ‘new beginning’ as Brexit day arrives
Britain begins the day as a member of the European Union.
The Co-operative Bank accredited as a living wage employer
The Co-operative Bank has become an accredited Living Wage employer.
BDO survey: US tech firms fear trade war and Chinese innovation
Tech company chief financial officers are bullish about their company's short-term futures but are distracted by numerous regulatory and data privacy issues.
Economic Survey: India skids on ranking for protecting minority shareholders
The economic survey also patted the back of the government, stating that implementation of Goods and Services Tax (GST) has helped India in improving the ease of doing business.
Trudeau predicts orderly Brexit with minimal trade, investment disruption
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he is confident that Britain's exit from the European Union later today will be an orderly process with minimal disruption to Canadian trade and investment.
'Feel good' Budget may see cut in tax rate, sops for social sectors
To cushion the impact on collections, these tweaks might be accompanied by rationalisation in tax rebates
The Conservatives Trying to Ditch Fake News
The Dispatch wants to sell serious, fact-based stories to the right. But do readers want them?
Mega Millions, Powerball tickets bring in $500K of sales on first day in Mississippi
The Mega Millions and Powerball debuts in Mississippi were a hit.
Airbus paying £3bn to end global corruption probes
Courts in France, the US and the UK considering their own parts of the deal.
Airbus paying £3bn to end global corruption probes
Courts in France, the US and the UK considering their own parts of the deal.
The great electric pickup production race
GM's Hummer revival is set to compete with Tesla's Cybertruck.
Govt should lean on growth instead of focusing on fiscal deficit: CEA
It is time to focus on growth and, therefore, cutting expenditure is not an option, probably because at a time like this, growth needs to be taken care of, he added
Confident Kenin keen to take the fight to Muguruza
Sofia Kenin will be making her debut in a Grand Slam final when she faces Garbine Muguruza for the Australian open title on Saturday but what she ...
68% of Middle-Aged and Older Workers Share This Retirement-Planning Regret
Here's a chance to learn a valuable lesson.
Gallup: Credit Unions Feel The Love
The notion that credit unions (CUs) play country mouse to their more worldly banking cousins is beyond flawed, as a recent poll by the Gallup organization showed. Delving into customer sentiments across measures – including "helps me reach my financial goals" and "puts my financial well-being ahead of the interests of the bank" – Gallup found that credit unions are crushing it. Banks, not nearly as much. Banks did not surpass credit unions in any criterion used by Gallup. In fact, it wasn't even close. Though respondents had generally positive feelings about banks – for example, about financial institutions (FIs) being helpful during difficult life events – the focus on relationship-building and more personalized forms of finance have given credit unions the edge. For those who capitalize on it, the advantage will come in handy as FIs shapeshift their way to greater customer-centricity. How CUs sustain their unique brand of customer loyalty is among the core insights from the latest
NLA gets new office complex in Volta Region
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View: Public sector bank network, a good idea
It is vital for India to swiftly enact the law on data protection, given the kind of data sharing that has been envisaged in the PSBN.
Germany wants to conclude Brexit talks by year's end: minister
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany wants to do all it can to conclude outstanding negotiations with Britain on its future ties with the European Union by the end of this year, Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said on Friday.
Trade setup for Budget day: Nifty has strong support at 11,900, 11,850
On the upside, NSE Nifty has resistance at 12,125 and 12,200 levels.
3M Company: Buy The Crisis, Collect The Dividends, And Sell The Turnaround
3M is absorbing substantial restructuring costs and just announced 1,500 layoffs.The market's reaction to recent news is not totally unjustified, but we are not so easily swayed. Stoic investing is we
Nuno Espirito Santo not ruling out transfer deadline day action at Wolves but happy to wait for additions
Nuno Espirito Santo has not ruled out any late transfer action for Wolves – but is happy to wait until the summer for the right additions.
Lower Mainland mayors, including Surrey, endorse regional ride-hailing licence
VANCOUVER — Mayors in British Columbia's Lower Mainland have reached an agreement on an interim business licence for ride-hailing companies that want to operate in the region.Surrey Mayor Doug . . .
US: Income growth is not what it used to be – Wells Fargo
Data released on Friday in the US showed that personal income rose 0.2% and spending 0.3% in December. Despite a tight labor market, year-over-year re
Budget 2020: Challenge for Indian Finance Minister is to Balance Growth, Fiscal Deficit
New Delhi (Sputnik): Amid the slowdown in the Indian economy, the government lowered its national income growth forecast from 7 percent to 5 percent for the current fiscal year. The Economic Survey tabled in Parliament on Friday pegged growth for 2020-21 at between 6 and 6.5 percent.
Consumer Sentiment Jumps Higher
Consumer sentiment was bolstered by record low unemployment, record gains in income, and near record lows in inflation. | Economy
This pilot influencer is giving her more than 500,000 Instagram followers an inside look at the world of aviation, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The pilot influencer offers a candid look at the perks and difficulties of life as a short haul pilot in Europe.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Best auction sites
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Miners Accumulating Ethereum at a Rapid Rate May Take ETH to Record High
The Ethereum (ETH) price could explode to record highs on the backs of an optimistic accumulation behavior. Data provided by cryptocurrency market
Caterpillar’s 2020 outlook adds more gloom to virus-shaken markets
The outlook signals headwinds for machine sales, which fell the most in nearly three years in December.
Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!
About a decade ago, when I started writing about how companies should strive to create value for stakeholders, not just shareholders, some of my business and finance friends thought I was nuts.
Airbus agrees to pay 3.6 billion euros to settle corruption probes
Airbus is set to pay a massive 3.6 billion euros ($4 billion) in fines to Britain, France and the US to settle corruption inquiries sparked..
NCG joins Northern Powerhouse Partner Programme
'Realising the potential of the North through investment in skills is a huge opportunity – and NCG will lead the way'
WelTec launches new degree apprenticeship
WelTec launches new degree apprenticeship to plug skills gap as New Zealand embarks on ambitious infrastructure programme
Economic Survey Bats For Market Economy, Shows How Government’s Intervention Can Do More Harm Than Good
The Indian state is not only involved in running businesses but also intervenes in markets quite frequently.
Macron to address France on Brexit: French presidency
PARIS (Reuters) - France’s President Emmanuel Macron will make a televised address on Friday on Britain’s departure from the European Union, his office said.
Denmark’s Smart Payment Card Issuer Pleo Introduces New Credit Card by Partnering with Mastercard, JPMorgan
Denmark-headquartered Pleo, a smart payment card issuer, has confirmed that it’s introducing a new credit card by teaming up with Mastercard and J.P. Morgan,
Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!
About a decade ago, when I started writing about how companies should strive to create value for stakeholders, not just shareholders, some of my business and finance friends thought I was nuts.
Illegal tree cutting offenders punished
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Economic Survey: Building blocks for 'wealth creation' and $5-trn economy
Here is a snapshot of some of the 'new ideas' for the economy that the Survey focuses on
Nordea Appoints Virgin Money’s Ian Smith As New CFO & Head of Group Finance
Finland-based banking group Nordea Bank announced on Thursday it has appointed Virgin Money's CFO Ian Smith as its new CFO and Head of Group Finance. According to Nordea, Smith has an extensive background in the financial services sector in the UK and has held senior positions as a banking audit partner and later as Financial Services M&A leader at Deloitte. He also previously served as Director of Group Finance at Lloyds Banking Group plc and
Elon Musk is starting to resemble a 'quiet assassin' as the short-seller argument about Tesla disintegrates, an expert says
Tesla has an edge over other automakers in battery technology, charging infrastructure, and autonomous-driving technology, Gene Munster said.
Eco Survey completely disconnected with problems faced by common man: Congress
The Congress slammed the Centre on the Economic Survey saying it is a diverted picture from the reality, accusing the government of "fudging data" and committing a "fraud" as the numbers presented by it are not believable by the world. Congress spokesperson Gaurav Vallabh said the government has not taken any concrete steps to end tax terrorism.
Exxon quarterly profit falls 5.2% on weak refining, chemical margins
HOUSTON (Reuters) - Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM.N) on Friday reported a 5.2% drop in fourth-quarter profit on weaknesses in chemicals and refining and flat oil and gas output, with asset sales helping to stem the decline.
Airbus to pay around €1b in UK slice of global bribery settlement
LONDON, Jan 31 — Airbus, the world’s largest aircraft maker, will pay just under €1 billion (RM4.3 billion)in a British settlement to draw a line under a three-and-a-half year criminal investigation into allegations of fraud, bribery and corruption. The deal under a three-year Deferred...
France agrees to end Airbus corruption probe in £3bn deal
Courts in the US and the UK are considering their own parts of the deal.
Americans spent at slowest pace in 3 years in 2019, threatening powerhouse of US economy
American shoppers continued to serve as the engine of the US economy through volatile times last year, fuelling growth even as a global cooldown and trade tensions clouded the outlook. But there are signs that households are starting to pull back on spending.
Survey Shows Lack of Employee Engagement
A survey by Achievers revealed the reasons employees are dissatisfied with their current employees.
Bullish for Bitcoin: Mike Novogratz on BTC "Prospects Extremely Strong"
Novogratz became one of the most prominent people to delve into the Bitcoin space, having had a lot of clout on Wall Street.
US: UoM Consumer Confidence rose to 99.8 in January from 99.3 in December
The University of Michigan's Survey of Consumers revealed that the Index of Consumer Sentiment in January improved to 99.8 from 99.3 in December. This
How to file and pay your taxes online
Pay your taxes and get your refund asap
Using pension funds to boost Eskom is our red line, says Solidarity
Trade union Solidarity said it was mandated to protect worker's pension money and it would "strongly oppose" any attempts ...
ITI further extends FPO to Feb 5; issue subscribed 58% so far
Services of public sector banks were impacted as employee unions went on a two-day nationwide strike from Friday to press for wage revision.
Good start, companies — now keep raising wages!, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - We've been heading toward a "Better Capitalism," but if we're going to fix the American economy, companies need to keep raising wages.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Coca-Cola Is the Most Conservative Investment You Can Make
Coca-Cola stock was a star in the January market, but don't be fooled. This is a slow-growing dividend aristocrat.
A bullish signal for Canada’s banks, the SNC-Lavalin rally isn’t over, and why gold is setting up for a fall
A roundup of investment ideas for active investors
Economic Survey 2020 Details 'slump In 2019' But Predicts 'rebound To Achieve $5 Trillion'
A day before the Union Budget is presented, CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian on Friday, presented the Economic Survey 2020 which spoke of how difficult 2019 was
What is Amazon Prime Student?
Internet | What is Amazon Prime Student?
Royal Enfield Classic 500 Tribute Black Announced; Launch On Feb 10
Royal Enfield Classic 500 Tribute Black will be the “The Last of the 500” carrying the long-stroke UCE 499 cc engine
1g salt and 0.2g turmeric: Economic Survey 2020's Thalinomics for adult male engaged in heavy work
The Thalinomics is a novel addition to the Economic Survey 2020, which has calculated the affordability of a one-plate meal in relation to "an adult male engaged in heavy work". "We have taken the
Cheap as bread, girls sell sex to survive crisis in Africa
LONDON, Jan 31 — Young girls in southern Africa are selling sex — sometimes for less than the cost of bread — to survive a hunger crisis ensnaring tens of millions, aid agencies said yesterday. In Angola, girls of 12 sell themselves for as little as 40 cents (RM1.64) to feed their families as...
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Economic Survey: 'Counter-cyclical fiscal policy' to boost demand justified
The Survey places primary blame for the slowdown on global factors, saying 'the deceleration of India's GDP growth since 2017 has tracked the decline in world output'
YSRCP MP seeks to breakthe ice with Amaravati ryots
‘Govt. ready to talk;’ his ‘silence’ on the key demand draws flak
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Argentina's debts, poverty on menu as Pope welcomes leader
Pope Francis on Friday received Argentina's new President Alberto Fernandez to the Vatican with his compatriot keen to address poverty and Buenos Aires' debts during private talks.
Investors Should Forget Aurora Cannabis and Buy GWPH Stock Instead
Demand for legal cannabis is not as strong as bulls predicted. As a result, investors should avoid big names like Aurora stock.
GCB Bank unveils first G-Money Mobile Wallet
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Canberra-Sydney high-speed rail bid was always too expensive
Cabinet documents have revealed the real story behind the Speedrail bid, which came so close to reality 20 years ago.
Punjab Budget To Be Presented On Feb 25
The Amarinder Singh-led Punjab government will present its budget for 2020-21 on February 25.
In Q4 2019 Nokia smartphone shipment crashed to 2.8 mi, declined YoY too
As per the report shared with us by CounterPoint Research, Nokia smartphone shipments crashed to only 2.8 million in Q4 2019 resulting in a 41% decline as compared to Q4 2018 shipments. The smartphone shipments declined by 27% on a Year-over-Year basis.
Ease of doing business: How India moved up the ranks and the road ahead
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Newbridge College start slow before blitzing CBC Monkstown
Kildare school are into the Leinster Senior Cup semis after comprehensive six-try rout
Economic Survey 2019-20: Food inflation higher in urban areas
Economic Survey moots tighter monetary policy in case of food, fuel price shock
7 Underappreciated Foreign Dividend Stocks to Buy Now
This is a great time to add the benefits of diversification to your portfolio with some attractive foreign dividend stocks.
Make Kurnool a greener city: Hafeez Khan
The MLA launches ‘Mana Kurnool-mana badhyatha’ initiative
Yemen's Houthis say recent attacks on Aramco, airports in response to air strikes
CAIRO (Reuters) - Yemen’s Houthi military spokesman said on Friday the group had launched 26 rocket attacks in the past week against airports in southern Saudi Arabia, facilities belonging to oil giant Saudi Aramco and “two sensitive targets deep in” the kingdom.
EU bank regulators lay out tougher doomsday stress test
EBA factors in period of ‘low for longer’ rates and 4%-plus economic contraction
Amazon rejoins $1tn club on back of blockbuster earnings
Bezos empire alongside Apple and Microsoft after further share price gains
Details of scheme for mica affected homes confirmed
A Government grant scheme, expected to cost at least hundreds of millions of euro to rebuild houses affected by defective concrete blocks due to the mineral mica in Donegal, will give up to €275,000 to owners forced to demolish and rebuild the worst affected homes, RTÉ's Prime Time has learned.
Piper Sandler Companies (PIPR) CEO Chad Abraham on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE:PIPR) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call January 31, 2020 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Chad Abraham - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Deb Schoneman - President T
George Soros says Mark Zuckerberg 'should not be left in control of Facebook'
George Soros is gunning for Mark Zuckerberg again.
PBF Energy: A Mexican Billionaire Can't Get Enough Of This New Jersey Refiner
Billionaire Carlos Slim's fund has indiscriminately bought up over 8 million shares in PBF since May to increase its stake to 17.6%.Slim's involvement in PBF is not immediately clear, though it may be
Economic Survey 2020: India has low rates of formal entrepreneurship
Large number of enterprises operate in informal economy not captured by data
Driving ban for US Air Force mechanic from RAF Mildenhall found 3.2 times over limit
An American serviceman crashed his car while being more than three times over the drink-drive limit following an upsetting conversation with his partner.
U.S. consumer, factory data suggest economy losing momentum
WASHINGTON (Reuters - U.S. consumer spending rose steadily in December, but tepid income gains pointed to moderate consumption growth this year, which together with slumping business investment likely set the economy on a slower growth path this year.
Canada: GDP bounced back in November – NFB
According to a report released on Friday, Canada’s real GDP rose 0.1% in November and 1.5% compared to a year earlier. Krishen Rangasamy, analyst at t
Eurozone economic growth in 2019 was slowest in 6 years
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Economic growth last year for the eurozone was the lowest it's been in six years, mainly hampered by slowdowns in France and Italy, the European Commission said Friday.
Punjab budget to be presented on February 25
The cabinet decided to summon the 11th session (Budget Session) of the 15th Punjab Vidhan Sabha from February 20 to 28, according to an official spokesperson.
Consequential train accidents decreased in 2018-19: Economic Survey
Stating that steps are being taken on a regular basis to prevent rail accidents, the Economic Survey on Friday said consequential train accidents registered a decline in 2018-19.
Fiscal deficit hits 132% of full-year target
The deficit was 112.4% of 2018-19 Budget Estimate (BE) in the corresponding period.
Hindustan Unilever clocks 4% sales growth
Firm hit by weak consumer sentiment
Economic Survey 2020: 60% women in world's fastest growing economy do housework
Women's participation in labour force reduced to 25.3 per cent in 2017-18 from 33.1 per cent in 2011-12, Economic Survey found
How will travelling to Europe change after Brexit?
Just what will change?
Xpel Inc: Racing With Exceptional Risk/Reward
Near term catalyst with Team Penske sponsorship.Longer term catalyst partnering with Roger Penske’s dealership network & trucking companies.Xpel's 10-year record is on par with some of the greatest st
Corporate clients could provide a lower-cost path to electric vehicles
A U.K. startup landed a $400 million order for 10,000 electric UPS trucks.
Break-in, theft at White Rock’s seniors’ centre
Windows broken in early-morning crime
After 38 years, Island Bakery shuts off ovens
A family owned and operated commercial bakery that supplied bread to tens of thousands on the Island for 38 years has shut down its ovens.Island Bakery, which started life on Tennyson Avenue in . . .
How Idexx Laboratories Beat Expectations in Q4
The animal health company boosted its full-year 2020 earnings guidance, too.
Bury in liquidation danger as owner Dale fails to pay any money to creditors
Bury’s owner, Steve Dale, has failed to provide any of the money he pledged last summer towards paying the club’s debts via a company voluntary arrangement, creditors have been told
Economic Survey 2020 pitches divestment in public sector undertakings
Economic Survey says public sector units performed better than peers after privatisation
President Kovind makes pitch for swadeshi to build 'a better tomorrow'
Protests in parliament against CAA, NRC mar his address
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam rejects calls to close border despite coronavirus fears
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam rejected calls from a medical union on Friday to close the border with mainland China to contain the spread of the new coronavirus, and urged health staff not to go through with a threatened strike.
BBI committee to begin collecting views next week
Steering Committee on implementation of BBI report to begin validation hearings on February 5 in Nairobi at KICC.
NSE: All-Share Index closes trading for January at 28,843.53
The All-Share Index of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) on Friday closed trading for the month of January below 29,000 mark following the dominance of the bears.
STMA to demolish dilapidated structures in the Metropolis
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U.S. lifts sanctions on unit of China's biggest shipping company
In September, restrictions were placed on the Dalian units of China COSCO Shipping Corp., sending freight rates soaring as traders cancelled charters linked to the parent company.
Litecoin Price Analysis: LTC Surges 25% In A Week But Can Bulls Keep Up?
Among the top 20 cryptocurrencies, Litecoin is the best-performer after surging almost 15% under 24-hours. After correcting to $52 last weekend, buyers
SBI posts highest ever net on Essar Steel recovery
Asset quality improves, slippages stay elevated; no big ticket loan going forward, says CMD
ViacomCBS names NBC exec to head CBS
ViacomCBS has named George Cheeks as president and CEO of CBS Entertainment group starting March 23.
It's easier to buy a gun in Delhi than to set up a restaurant: Economic Survey
"Although India has significantly reduced the time and cost of starting a business, a lot more needs to be done," it said.
FG mulls release of 2021-2025 Medium Term Development Plan
The Federal government says the successor Medium, Term National Development Plan: 2021-2025 will be ready soon.
UK's Brussels embassy takes down EU flag as sun sets on Brexit day
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union’s flag was removed from outside the British embassy to the EU in Brussels on Friday, hours before the United Kingdom was set to formally leave the EU after 47 years of membership.
Dundee head teacher shows ‘very strong leadership’, says glowing school report
A Dundee school has been praised for its “positive culture” and respectful and supportive relationships following an inspection.
Gig Workers Have Nowhere to Pee
"We’re spending more money at restaurants than a customer would spend on the same order, and many of us would just like to wash our hands when we pick up food."
Brexit day is here – but does the rest of the world even care?
As the English sparkling wine sits in the Downing Street chillers for tonight's light show, what has Brexit done for our reputation, asks Paul Blanchard
Bank of India posts profit, scrip up 3%
The State-owned lender had posted a net loss of ₹4,643.71 crore in the year-earlier period.
READERS’ LETTERS: HS2 will have zero benefit to Scotland but we have to pay £9bn towards it
Sir, – The Chancellor Sajid Javid, on behalf of our Westminster lords and masters, has decided to support HS2 at a cost of more than £106 billion (latest estimate).
Union Budget 2020: Economic Survey Introduces 'Thalinomics'; Here Is What It Entails
Dubbed as an attempt to quantify what a common person pays for a Thali, a new concept called ‘Thalinomics’ has been introduced in Economic Survey 2019-20.
Cape Coast Teaching Hospital performs free ENT surgeries
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Neemuchwala quits Wipro, analysts say it’s good for tech giant
‘His tenure was fraught with struggles’
Needed: fewer regulations for start-ups, says CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian
“With a rank of 163 of the 190 nations in enforcing contracts, only a few countries like Afghanistan, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe perform worse than India.”
Explainer: Through the Brexit looking glass - What changes and what stays the same?
LONDON (Reuters) - Brexit is the United Kingdom’s biggest geopolitical move in decades. What will change and what will stay the same when Britain officially leaves the European Union on Friday at 2300 GMT?
Stanley Black & Decker Comes In A Little Light, But Has Drivers For 2020
Stanley Black & Decker had a mixed fourth quarter, with revenue coming in a little light outside of Security, but good margins in the Tools & Storage business.A healthy residential repair/remodel mark
About 12, 787 farmers benefit from PFJ in East Mumprusi Municipality
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CONFIRMED: Dundee make first deadline day signing
Christie Elliott has signed for Dundee, as revealed by Courier Sport.
How Business Travelers Can Maximize Hotel Loyalty Programs
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EU Bids Adieu to Britain With Removal of Flags and Brexit Day Stamps
(Bloomberg) -- When the sun goes down on Friday night, British government buildings around Europe will lower the blue and yellow-starred flag of the European Union for the final time. A few hours later, on the stroke of midnight in Paris, Berlin and Brussels, the U.K. will leave the bloc after 47 years.The
Financial Institutions, Inc. (FISI) CEO Marty Birmingham on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Financial Institutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:FISI) Q4 2019 Results Conference Call January 31, 2020 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Shelly Doran - Director, Investor and External Relations, EVP and General C
Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (BR) CEO Tim Gokey on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR) Q2 2020 Earnings Conference Call January 31, 2020 08:30 AM ET Company Participants Edings Thibault - Head of Investor Relations Tim Gokey - Chief Executi
University organises ‘Climate-Smart Innovation’ platform for Agricultural stakeholders
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3 ASX mining shares with dividend yields over 10%
If you're looking for huge income shares today then Whitehaven Coal Ltd (ASX: WHC) and these two mining companies definitely fit the bill.
Nirdesh pins hope on Budget
₹200-crore package mooted to revive the project 4 years ago
Amazon stock soars following strong Q4 earnings report
Amazon shares are soaring after the e-commerce giant announced fourth quarter earnings that smashed expectations.
Bank of Ghana keeps policy rate unchanged at 16 percent
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Vedanta profit rises 49% to ₹2,348 crore
Revenue, however, drops 10% to to ₹21,126 crore
Fed's Clarida: Yield curve inversion reflects global uncertainty rather than US outlook
Commenting on the recent inversion of the yield curve, Federal Reserve Vice Chairman Richard Clarida said that he was not worried about it and argued
Neemuchwala resigns after 4 years as Wipro CEO citing 'family commitments'
The board of directors has begun the process of looking for the next CEO, the company told the stock exchanges
Chevron reports worst quarterly loss in a decade
Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Chevron on Friday reported its worst quarterly loss in a decade -- $6.6 billion for the last three months of 2019, due mainly to a write-off of its Appalachian shale production sites.
Banking services hit as employees strike work in Prakasam
20% hike in pay, five-day working week top their demand list
Two storey extension planned for Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital - Talk of the Town
A new two storey extension is planned for Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda. The proposed extension will facilitate the Acute Surgical Assessment Unit and the acute short stay in-patients admission areas should it proceed. The Health Service Executive has applied to Louth County Council for planning permission for a two storey building extension...Read More→
HUL volume growth surprises, profit before tax up 14% in December quarter
The company's volume growth is also ahead of the overall FMCG sector's
Amazon Echo Buds are under $100 in limited-time deal this weekend
Grab the Amazon Echo Buds for $40 off right now, cheap wireless earbuds on sale for the first time.
Recession fears and how to combat them in 2020
The fear of not being able to pay for necessities is likely tied to the fear of an increased cost of living, so cutting your ongoing monthly spending is a good place to start.
Lyft Has 99 Problems, But This Ain't One
Lyft has several problems today, but low barriers to entry might not be one of them.Each price cut by Lyft increases the cost of entering its industry because Lyft's own prices are the cap on payments
Spouse Employment Training Program aims to heighten job security
Spouses of active-duty Air Force members can receive entry-level dental assistant skills training through the Air Force Aid Society-sponsored Spouse Employment Training Program offered at the Airman and Family Readiness Center.
The Sardauna of our era
IT was the former American President, Abraham Lincoln, who said in one of his famous quotes: “Things may come to those who wait, but
House panel chair admits helplessness in scheduling ABS-CBN hearing
Despite the desire to quickly resolve the ABS-CBN franchise issue, the chairman of the House Committee on Legislative Franchises has admitted that his hands remain tied and could not schedule congressional hearings to decide the fate of the network giant.
High demand for Barratt Homes' new Tiverton development
The developer is launching the new site on Saturday, February 8
Privatised CPSEs reported better profit, sales after transition: Economic Survey
Most privatised CPSE witnessed improvement in net worth, profit, gross revenue and sales growth after the transition, the Economic Survey has said.
A warning about 'ghost' tax preparers
It's tax season, and who you choose to file your taxes matter. The IRS issued this warning about unethical ghost tax preparers.
New tax rules mean millions will get an extra £104 from April
It will affect around 31 million full-time workers
Once-endangered 1855 Indiana home is revived as an inn
ATTICA, Ind. — Five months ago, Katy Kays was in Attica looking at a property she was thinking about buying, renovating and reselling. As Kays poked around a house that could have used a handy touch before the general manager of Lafayette’s Achieve Marketing and Consulting tried to flip it, she said she had a …
Delhi elections: BJP releases manifesto, promises clean drinking water to every household
Delhi BJP chief Manoj Tiwari also said that the outgoing AAP government's subsidy schemes for power and water will be continued by his party if it is voted to power.
Man’s rights not infringed when personalized ‘Grabher’ licence plate was revoked, N.S. court rules
Lorne Grabher’s Nova Scotia plate was taken back in 2016 by the province’s Registrar of Motor Vehicles after the agency received a complaint from a woman who said it promoted hatred toward women
Bayer considers new tactic in Roundup settlement talks
(Reuters) - As Bayer AG (BAYGn.DE) tries to settle U.S. lawsuits claiming that its weedkiller Roundup causes cancer, the company is considering a proposal that would bar plaintiffs’ lawyers involved in the litigation from advertising for new clients, according to a person familiar with the matter.
Economic Survey: ‘Thalinomics’ Reveals How The Cost Of Your Thali Has Come Down Since 2015-16
How the common man’s food affordability has improved since 2015-16.
Rs 7,000 crore worth of transactions hit due to bank strike in Tamil Nadu
All India Bank Employees Association (AIBEA) general secretary CH Venkatachalam told Express that nine lakh cheques worth Rs 7,000 crore in the state could not be processed due to the bank strike.
Court strikes out MTN Nigeria’s suit against AGF, as FIRS, Customs take over tax probe
The Federal High Court has struck out MTN Nigeria's lawsuit against the Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami.
Car insurance fraudster bought vehicles and then lied they'd been stolen
Louis King was set to pocket £100,000 in 'deceitful' scam. He was caught but avoided jail
Outflows lead to restrictions on Aviva property funds
Investors in two Aviva Life and Pensions commercial property funds have been told they cannot withdraw their money for six months because of recent net outflows.
Hospitals create awareness of coronavirus
Private hospitals in the city are not keen on setting up isolation ward but some have started awareness of symptoms of the infection. Two days after the first positive case of coronavirus was confirme
Boris Johnson says Government must ‘keep digging’ on HS2
The Prime Minister has given the clearest indication yet that he could be about to back the controversial rail project.
France Agrees to End Airbus Corruption Probe in $4B Deal
A French court has approved an agreement with Airbus that would see the planemaker pay up to $4 billion to end years of corruption investigations by three countries.
Economic Survey 2019-20: Stubble burning incidents come down
But farmers continue this practice every year, starting winter
Brexit day in pro-leave areas: 'I live in hope it's the right decision'
Views from three areas that each, like the UK overall, voted 52%-48% for Brexit
ITC Q3 pre-tax profit rises 4.5% to Rs 5049 cr on hotels, agro businesses
The company said that the macro-economic environment continues to be adversely impacted as reflected in GDP growth, and persistent weakness in consumption demand and investments
Thieves target non profit
For decades Venture Training has been assisting people with a variety of developmental challenges, so the loss of $800 is a huge blow to the non-profit group.
Airbus £830m settlement over UK bribery prosecution approved by High Court
The figure is the largest ever for a Deferred Prosecution Agreement and amounts to more than all previous similar settlements combined.
Airbus £830m settlement over UK bribery prosecution approved by High Court
The figure is the largest ever for a Deferred Prosecution Agreement and amounts to more than all previous similar settlements combined.
Budget process: What CSOs want
The organisations want the public given more time to make recommendations.
Romania's Transgaz signs MoU on development of natural gas networks in Eastern Europe
Romania's Transgaz national natural gas transmission corporation signed on January 28 a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the Partnership...
Survey doesn’t address ground realities: Cong.
‘It’s an exercise in obfuscation’
Big Fizzle: MoviePass Passes Away
And so it all ends in disappointment, like the umpteenth installment of a Stallone or Schwarzenegger franchise. For MoviePass and its parent company, filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy earlier this week means that what promised to disrupt an industry that has been around for more than a century – the movie business, of course – has itself been disrupted, and had been since the service was shut down in September. The filing means the companies will be sold, and the funds distributed to creditors. Those creditors include a list of more than 12,000 subscribers, and as the math works out, each of them may get about $100 in liquidation – if they get paid at all. The final shuttering comes after at least some subscribers complained that their cards were still being charged, even when the MoviePass service had gone dormant. Turns out the movie ticket subscription business has relatively low barriers to entry. MoviePass launched in 2011, was famed for its $10 monthly subscription service that allowed
Revival in sight: Economic Survey pegs FY21 GDP growth at 6-6.5%
Fiscal targets may have to be relaxed for the current year
Vinda International: Favorable Tailwinds Persist
Vinda International recorded its highest quarterly gross margin in history at 36.0% for 4Q2019, largely due to low wood pulp prices.Vinda International's revenue growth slowed in 4Q2019, but the compa
Maria Bartiromo believes Trump will strike trade deal with Europe this year
President Trump will clinch a trade deal with Europe within the next year, Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo said Friday.
Survey trusts free markets to create wealth
CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian suggests many micro solutions for macro problems
Economic Survey 2020 Brings Out ‘Thalinomics’ To Quantify What A Common Man Pays For Thali Across India
Thalinomics attempts to answer whether a thali has become more or less affordable.
Cork's Montenotte is on the move, boy
With a sunroom, a C3 energy rating, and a price drop in the order of €30,000, No 6 Montenotte Grove sounds like an healthy option for anyone looking for a fine family home, in a settled suburb on the up and up - with the Montenotte Hotel now a standard bearer.
Brussels warns of tussle ahead as Britain prepares to leave the EU
As Brexiteers prepare to party, EU leaders say the relationship with the UK cannot be as close in future.
Boris Johnson apparently blurts out 'keep digging' HS2 plan to a 10-year-old
The Prime Minister said of the controversial rail project: "In a hole the size of HS2, the only thing to do is keep digging."
Stocks decline as coronavirus keeps traders on edge
Stocks fell broadly Friday, the final day of the month, as traders tried to assess the potential economic impact of China’s fast-spreading coronavirus while weighing earnings from Caterpillar and Amazon.
Hull prepare for life after Bowen by signing Peterborough star Maddison
Hull City have completed the loan signing of Peterborough United forward Marcus Maddison.
GRAINS-Soybeans extend losing streak on coronavirus fears; corn firm, wheat weak
(Recasts, updates with U.S. trading, adds new analyst quote, changes byline/dateline; pvs PARIS/SYDNEY)By Mark WeinraubCHICAGO, Jan 31 (Reuters) - Chicago Board of Trade soybean futures fell on Friday, on track for their ninth straight day of losses, as concerns about the coronavirus cutting into Chinese demand beat back any attempts at a bargain-buying bounce, traders said.
Coronavirus: US stocks lose one per cent and Brits land back in UK
Wall Street has now fallen over one per cent as fears over the coronavirus outbreak continue to damage markets around the world.
Here are a few nuggets from Economic Survey in order to prevent frauds
Financial services exports have remained stagnant, averaging about $5 billion in recent years
Championship deadline headlines: West Ham hitch in Jarrod Bowen deal as Sheffield Wednesday make signing
An evening round-up on deadline day
Leila Janah, Indian-origin entrepreneur who hired the poor, dies at 37
Samasource, one of her companies, said the cause was epithelioid sarcoma, a rare soft-tissue cancer.
Need new mechanism for revising fuel prices: South India Motor Transport Association
A revision once in three/six months can lift the mood of the transport sector that is battling many challenges, says SIMTA
Economic Survey 2019-20: High fees push poor out of education system
Survey points to challenges of affordability and quality
Countries On China's 'New Silk Road' Face Coronavirus Fears
Countries in and around China's "Belt and Road" trade routes in Central and South Asia are taking steps to protect themselves from the spread of the coronavirus. Pakistan has halted all flights to and from China, Kazakhstan has closed a flagship border free-trade zone, and Tajikistan is screening arrivals with thermal scanners.
Do I need an executive coach?
Geoff Lawrence, MD, Vistage UK, discusses the benefits of having an executive coach in the workplace. Read more at Open Access Government
‘No reason to feel defensive’: PM Modi asks NDA leaders to back CAA strongly
A BJP ally told news agency PTI that the Prime Minister called on his government to aggressively take on the opposition's charge that the CAA discriminated against Muslims.
OmiseGo-Backed Exchange Shuts Down
Go, the exchange powered by OmiseGo technology, has closed after months of negligible volumes and regulatory difficulties. Go Exchange Closes on Low
FP Dealmakers: Foreign firms gobbled up record number of Canadian companies in 2019
A number of Canadian companies were bought out by rivals or private equity firms last year
Save 50% off Pagico 9: Task & Data Management software
With today's highlighted deal, boost your productivity with this tool's task timeline, project visualization, daily planning and cross-links. You can save half off the price for a limited time only!
State taxes: Which are the most tax-friendly states for the wealthy?
Here is a list of 17 investments and strategies to help lower your taxes.
Surrey relents on Uber
Mayors in British Columbia's Lower Mainland have reached an agreement on an interim business licence for ride-hailing companies that want to operate in the region.
After Split With FOX Channels, Roku Users Will No Longer Be Able to Stream Super Bowl
The news sent the stock on an abrupt downward trend, falling as much as 6.1% intraday
For start-up ecosystem to flourish, liquidity is the need of the hour
Tanuj Choudhry, Chief Business Officer, HomeLane India’s economic growth has been sluggish over the last few years and the impact has been concerning.
When It Comes To Cannabis Plays, Stay Away From Aurora Stock
Without a clear strategic plan to lower Aurora Cannabis's debt pile, a bet on Aurora stock would be nothing more than a gamble.
Magazines Dive Into Retail Again — This Time With Pot, Fashion And Delivery
Retail and magazines have always had a relationship, and recent developments indicate magazines are looking to take a more direct role in retail.
Economic Survey 2019-20: India can chart China-like export trajectory
It calls for integrating ‘Assemble in India for the world’ into Make-in-India
Your guide to the February ASX reporting season
Investors are bracing themselves for what could be a volatile February reporting season. Here are some stocks and secotors you should watch.
Panic in markets: If Coronavirus is not tamed, trade with China may slump
The real impact of trade can be gauged after February 8 when the Chinese New Year holidays end
Verizon outages impact much of North Carolina
According to outage maps on Down Detector, there are widespread service outages for Verizon customers. Some US Cellular customers appear to be experiencing an outage as well.
Theresa May Has Earned Almost £400,000 Since Quitting As Prime Minister
May will receive a £190,000 “signing bonus” after agreeing a deal with the Washington Speakers Bureau agency last month.
Brexit brings a new dawn for United Kingdom: Boris Johnson
47-year-long membership of EU ends
Kraken Finds Critical Security Flaw in Trezor One and T Wallets
Kraken Security Labs has identified a critical security issue in Trezor hardware wallets which enables seeds to be extracted from the devices. Kraken
Boris Johnson says Government must ‘keep digging’ on HS2
The Prime Minister has given the clearest indication yet that he could be about to back the controversial rail project.
Northern farmers ask Johnson for £300m to replace CAP payments
Estimates suggest that the majority of farmers rely on EU payments for at least 60% of farm income
Uptick in retail prices in FY20 mainly on veggies, pulses: Economic Survey
Consumer price inflation has been witnessing moderation since 2014, however, there has been an "uptick" in the prices of food items, particularly vegetables, owing to output disruptions and low base
Tennis: Muguruza climbs back from brink to make Melbourne final
Garbine Muguruza won only one match between June and December last year. Suffering illness, she was then thrashed 0-6 by a qualifier in her first ...
Cleaner dies after falling through false ceiling at Tampines Mall
SINGAPORE: A cleaner died on Saturday (Jan 25) after falling through a false ceiling at Tampines Mall. The Indian national, who was employed by ...
GST collection crosses Rs 1.1 trn mark in January; in line with the target
In January, domestic GST collection was around Rs 86,453 cr. Around Rs 23,597 cr was collected through IGST and cess
How Political Changes Could Impact Walmart Stock
With a high forward P/E, Walmart stock is priced for perfection. Watch out for political changes this year, which may impact shares.
Amazon Sees Upgrades All Around Wall Street Following Solid Cash Flow, Operating Income
Web hosting services seller and online retailer Amazon.com, Inc is seeing fresh optimism from Wall Street following strong revenue growth.
'Feel good' Budget may see cut in tax rate, sops for social sectors
FM is expected to pull out all stops to spur demand and investment, govt sources and economists said.
Can the Fed heavily pressure the USD? – Rabobank
"While the DXY dollar index turned lower following the dovish leaning of the FOMC on January 29, it remains above its January 21 level," note Rabobank
I’ve talked to many world leaders. Queen Elizabeth II was the best at the art of conversation — here’s why.
I have had the privilege of conversing with a number of the world’s great leaders.
Musk says Model S to get 400 mile range in the future
Elon Musk mentioned during an investors call that his auto company is still working to improve the range on the Model S and X vehicles.
Tractor Supply's Shopper Trends Turn Negative
The retailer blamed unusually warm winter weather for a sharp growth slowdown over the holiday season.
Rand tumbles to 11-week low as coronavirus, power cuts weigh
The rand fell by nearly 4% over the week.
Matthews International Corporation (MATW) CEO Joseph Bartolacci on Q1 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Start Time: 09:00 End Time: 09:23 Matthews International Corporation (NASDAQ:MATW) Q1 2020 Earnings Conference Call January 31, 2020, 09:00 AM ET Company Participants Joseph Bartolacci - President and
Economic Survey backs Temasek-like model proposed for divestment
Survey recommends transferring stake of listed govt firms to a corporate entity
Brexit day in pro-leave areas: 'I live in hope it's the right decision'
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MG Gloster SUV (Toyota Fortuner Rival) Unveiling On 5th February
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Warren Buffett's $4.6 million crypto lunch was eBay's priciest purchase in 2019. It still hasn't happened.
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Warren Buffett's $4.6 million crypto lunch was eBay's priciest purchase in 2019. It still hasn't happened., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
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Amazon said revenues for its fourth quarter advanced to USD 87.4 billion from 72.4 billion the year before, including a negative forex effect of USD 120 million, well in line with expectations. Despite a forecast for a lower profit, the operating profit crept up to USD 3.9 billion from 3.8 billion, and the net profit lifted to USD 3.3 billion or USD 6.47 per diluted share, from 3.0 billion and 6.04 per share.
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Michael Gove today admitted UK trade with the EU after Brexit will not be 'frictionless' as Boris Johnson prepares to ask Brussels for an 'off-the-shelf' future partnership agreement.
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JLL estimates that hundreds of millions of dollars from Japan, South Korea, Singapore and China are waiting to be funneled into Vietnam’s real estate market.
Muguruza must take command against Kenin, says coach Martinez
MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Garbine Muguruza has to be the one taking charge in the Australian Open final against “fighter” Sofia Kenin if she is to win her third Grand Slam title, the Spaniard’s coach Conchita Martinez said on Friday.
Hanjin heiress partners with KCGI, Bando for group's management control
The heiress of South Korean airline-focused conglomerate Hanjin Group, widely known for the "nut rage" incident in 2014, has joined hands with a local fund and a builder for the group's management control ahead of a shareholders meeting in March. In a joint statement with local activist fund Korea Corporate Governance Improvement (KCGI) and midsized builder Bando Engineering & Construction, Cho Hyun-ah,...
PSU banks staff strike may affect branch, ATM services
However, private sector lenders like ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank would be operational.
Profit jumps at Hargreaves Lansdown despite Woodford scandal
Profit before tax at investment platform Hargreaves Lansdown climbed 12 per cent in the first half of its financial year [...]
Why Africa can no longer be ignored - AfDB - Premium Times Nigeria
The president of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwunmi Adesina, has said that Africa can no longer be ignored because it has a huge market...
No, Bernie Sanders' Idea for National Rent Control Is a Terrible Idea
Bad economics.
Billionaire F1 owner leads major rescue deal for sport car maker Aston Martin
Luxury sports car maker Aston Martin Lagonda has agreed to sell a £182 million stake to a consortium led by a Canadian billionaire as part of a major fundraiser to protect the future of the British manufacturer.
Copper Futures: There is still room for further losses
In light of preliminary prints from CME Group, open interest and volume went up by around 7.6K contracts and more than 3K contracts, respectively, on
Thalinomics versus Dosanomics: a tale of two chief economic advisers
An average household that eats two vegetarian Thalis a day gained around ₹10,887 on average.The price of a vegetarian thali increased last year after falling ‘significantly’ for five years
Balthazar is a bottle-green bar beneath a market in Kiev
Rina Lovko Studio has combined bottle-green surfaces with low lighting to create the moody interior of this drinks bar at the heart of Kiev's city centre.
Chakli on wheels to give Arya Vysyas a lift
The Karnataka Arya-Vysya Community Development Corporation has proposed a new self-employment scheme under which affordable loans of Rs 5-10 lakh will be given to members of the community wishing to start snacks-on-wheels business.
Mellanox More Than Biding Its Time Into The Nvidia Deal Close
Mellanox reported fourth-quarter results that were significantly better than expected, with healthy growth in both InfiniBand and Ethernet product lines.There has been no update on the Nvidia-Mellanox
Tirumala to wear new look, get more spacious
With an increase in the number of pedestrians, besides the buses, cars and taxis headed to Tirumala, congestion is a frequent problem in the region.
Farm confidence rises but concern about compliance costs is deep - Federated Farmers
Farmers are feeling slightly more positive than they were six months ago but very few believe general economic conditions will improve in the year ahead, the Federated Farmers Mid-Season Farm Confidence Survey shows.
Science Experiments For High School – How You Can Plan The Proper Experiment And Get The Results That You Want
Science experiments such as senior high school are not as tricky as the majority of us thought. Allow me to share a number.You need to determine your ends. Then you will need to define the tasks that
Nirmala Sitharaman’s bahi khata: More for aam adami?
The buzz is that she will be addressing the demand side of economy — giving consumers more money to spend without cutting back on government expenditure on social schemes
IBM chief Ginni Rometty to step down
Cloud business boss Arvind Krishna to succeed.
Top ASX stock picks for February 2020
We asked our Foolish writers to pick their favourite ASX shares to buy in February 2020. Here is what they came up with…
Bitcoin Price Analysis: $10,000 In Sight, However Bearish Divergence Might Ruin The Bulls Party?
Since Bitcoin broke firmly above the $9K price line last Tuesday, we saw the coin consolidating mostly inside the range of $9300 - $9400. The beautiful
GAN expects earnings to beat market expectations
Gambling software company anticipates earnings of between £7m and £8m
Here’s The List Of Top Ten Most Expensive Bank Accounts In Kenya
It will cost you at least Ksh17,750 per year to maintain the most expensive bank account in Kenya, a new study by Financial Sector Deepening (FSD) has found.The study found that Standard Chartered
Notable turnaround in mineral production due to policy reforms: Survey
The production of major minerals during 2018-19 has recorded a growth of 25 per cent over previous year in terms of value, it said
Each will fight for their interests, says EC president on ’emotional’ Brexit day
Ursula von der Leyen described it as ‘a very emotional day’.
The Day Europe Told the U.S. to Cut Out the Threats Over Iran
(Bloomberg) -- European diplomats drew a line in the sand this month, telling U.S. officials their bullying tactics wouldn’t help marshal support for President Donald Trump’s Iran policy.The firm response came in a conference call in early January when a senior State Department official threatened European