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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.
Economic Survey sets the tone for Budget 2020
The Survey's theme is 'Wealth Creation'
Bitfinex Adds Tether Gold Margin Trading with 5x Leverage
Bitfinex, one of the top global crypto exchanges, has added margin trading support for bullion-backed stablecoin Tether Gold (XAU₮).
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.
Community funding up for grabs in City of Wanneroo
COMMUNITY groups can apply for funding and have a say on how the City of Wanneroo distributes funding.
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
Stock markets fall
Canada's main stock index posted a triple-digit decline in late-morning trading as the heavyweight financial, energy and industrial sectors moved lower.
Major Overhaul In External Affairs Ministry: New Verticals On Trade, Technology & Economy, Strategic Projects To Get More Attention
This is the first major overhaul in the ministry in nearly five decades.
Social Media Can’t Get Enough Of Mom Blogger Who Could Be Meghan Markle’s Twin
Missouri mom blogger and influencer Akeisha Land sparked an online frenzy this week after sharing a snap of herself with her adorable daughter Greyson. Land became the talk of social media due to her being the spitting image of Meghan Markle. [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/B71PThrHLV4/[/embed] [embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/B7oWlDJn1P1/[/embed] RELATED: Meghan Markle Shares Pictures Of Her Charity Work Before Marriage To…
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, ...
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
Bethesda selling Fallout t-shirt for Aussie bushfire relief
Bethesda is the latest to sell physical gear in efforts to fundraise for Aussie bushfire relief, offering a Fallout-themed First Responders t-shirt.
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
Highlights of the day: TSMC, UMC maintain normal production in China despite outbreak, but IC design houses worried about business
Many Taiwan-based IT firms are feeling the heat from the coronavirus outbreak that is delaying their production from returning normal following Lunar New Year. But have revealed that their fabs in China have been running as usual. Despite the foundry houses' reassuring revelations, many Taiwanese ...
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
Six Nations: George Furbank set to start for England in Paris
Northampton full-back George Furbank is set to make his England debut against France in the Six Nations on Sunday.
Samsung Won’t Be Using Its Custom Exynos 990 for the Galaxy S20 Series in Its Home Market
Even if Samsung’s home market, where Exynos SoCs were used, the upcoming Galaxy S20 is expected to with Snapdragon 865
Pakistan may be the next big Asian market for tech startups: report
A McKinsey & Co's report cited by DW listed Pakistan amongst the fastest-growing economies
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.
Barnstaple based business take Business Innovation of the Year gong
SEA, the Barnstaple-based defence and security electronic system specialist has won a national award
Universities seek new markets after triple-blow
The UK's highly competitive visas for foreign students, along with the bushfires and coronavirus, threaten Australia's $38 billion higher education market.
Burlescombe produce market "overwhelmed" by optimism and support
The new monthly produce market got underway at Burlescombe and Westleigh Community Hall on Sunday, January 26
Sasol expects earnings to collapse 69%
Oil price, softer global margins and Lake Charles project weighs on first-half earnings
India's GDP growth not overstated, says Economic Survey 2020
Economic Survey 2020 live: The Economic Survey 2019-20 cleared the air around "inflated GDP numbers". Here's what this exactly means for you
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.
Tourism businesses urged to harness ‘fantastic’ potential of Arbroath 2020
Tourism businesses across Angus and Dundee are being encouraged to turn the “eyes of the world” on the area by harnessing the potential surrounding this year’s 700th anniversary of the Declaration of Arbroath.
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.
Rand marks time as China virus, power cuts weigh
Investors clutch at hopes that China can contain the spread of the coronavirus.
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%
EUR/USD: Extra gains seen above 1.1088 – Commerzbank
Karen Jones, Team Head FICC Technical Analysis Research at Commerzbank, noted the pair faces a tough hurdle in the vicinity of 1.1090. Key Quotes “EUR
Airlines curb or cancel China flights
A number of airlines say they are halting or reducing flights to China as the country struggles to contain the spread of the deadly novel coronavirus.
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" ...
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.
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.
Anambra reschedules cancelled Nkpor auto spare parts market poll
President of ASMATA, Chief Ikechukwu Ekwegbalu, notified the traders to prepare for the election on Thursday, February 6.
Pilots sue American Airlines to halt China flights
WASHINGTON, United States, Jan 31 - US pilots on Thursday sued American Airlines to force the company to halt flights to China amid the virus outbreak now Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
What next for Tiverton town centre?
The previous Mid Devon District Council (MDDC) Conservative-led administration had agreed to widen an alleyway between Fore Street and the Pannier Market
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...
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).
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
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.
2020 TVS Apache RR310 – ride-by-wire, LCD display
Updated and revised for this year is the 2020 TVS Apache RR310, newly released in the India market. At first glance, updates appear confined to new
Pilots sue American Airlines to halt China flights
US pilots on Thursday sued American Airlines to force the company to halt flights to China amid the virus outbreak now declared a global health emergency.
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.
RevitUp travels to Hotel Association of Halkidiki summit
RevitUp will be at the upcoming Hotel Association of Halkidiki meetup in Thessaloniki. Scheduled for Sunday, February 2nd, at the Macedonia Palace Hotel, the summit will address topics from sustainability to destination marketing, management, and more. Nikos Giokas, Director of Business Development at RevitUp, will introduce the latest efforts to redefine revenue optimization for hoteliers during the meetup. Last weekend, Giokas and the RevitUp team were at the 1st International Hospitality Expo Cyprus hotel marketing strategy and tourism promotion with Savvas
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
2020 Portrait of American International Travelers Survey shows no sign of travel slow down
KANSAS CITY, MO – The United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA) and travel-focused, integrated marketing agency MMGY Global, have partnered to conduct the 2020 Portrait of the American International Traveler Survey ,which captures the underlying motivations and future intentions that influence travelers’ behavior. According to the survey, the outlook for 2020 is promising with American international travelers intending to take 2.2 international vacations in the next 12 months, and most notably, 37% wanting to travel more this year than last. The
Waymo self-driving vehicle in collision in Phoenix suburb
TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — A Waymo self-driving vehicle was involved in a collision with another vehicle in a Phoenix suburb and the driver of the Waymo vehicle was taken to...
FAA staff and tour co. ties alleged after 3 chopper crashes
The chairman of a key Senate committee is asking the Transportation Department's Inspector General to investigate misconduct allegations at the Federal Aviation Administration's Hawaii field office. They involve an allegedly...
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...
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
Kushner Hopes Israel Would Wait for Polls before Any Step in West Bank
The US president's adviser and son-in-law, Jared Kushner, hoped on Thursday that the Israeli government would wait until after the country’s March 2 elections to move forward with implementing new policies on settlements. “The hope is that they’ll wa
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 ...
Vietjet suspends all China flights - VnExpress International
Vietjet will stop all flights to and from China starting Saturday to try and limit the spread the deadly coronavirus.
What could derail the long-awaited property market recovery?
PROPERTY experts are hopeful 2020 will be the year the Perth market returns to growth.
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.
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.
Woodford Income Focus fund to reopen in February
£268m fund was frozen in October after stockpicker’s business imploded
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
'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.
Ola, another SoftBank-backed cab startup, will launch in London just as Uber faces being booted from the city
London is getting yet another cab-hailing app.
Hong Kong’s disruption is Sydney’s opportunity
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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.
Billie Eilish dragged a YouTuber who dressed up like her in public, saying: 'You make me look bad'
The YouTuber Jordan Matter, who created a video showing someone posing as Eilish, said she "had absolutely no intention of disrespecting Billie."
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.
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.
Eskom gauges interest in building pebble-bed nuclear plants
South Africa spent R14.47bn trying to develop the technology before abandoning the project in 1999.
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
Non-cash payments under I-T Act: 7 electronic modes get CBDT nod
BHIM, UPI, debit/credit cardsand net banking make the cut
Aussie property values rise another 0.9% in January
CoreLogic’s dwelling price results have been released for January, which reveals another 0.9% increase in values over the month at the 5-city level, driven by more strong rises across Sydney (1.1%) and Melbourne (1.2%):
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
Amazon shares surge on strong earnings update
Amazon shares shot higher Thursday after the internet colossus released quarterly earnings figures for the holiday quarter that trounced market expectations.
‘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’.
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.
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.
Jonathan Van Ness wants people to know living with HIV is manageable 'in the way that diabetes is', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Speaking to Insider, the "Queer Eye" star said many people are surprised that "it's a chronic illness and that it's not a terminal one.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
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.
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.
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Africa pushes ahead on the world’s largest free-trade zone
The African Union is backing the Africa Continental Free Trade Area.
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.
EA's tepid forecast overshadows quarterly beat, shares slip
Amid rising competition from console, mobile developers.
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
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.
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
UC Berkeley had to apologize for saying anti-Chinese xenophobia is a 'normal reaction' to the coronavirus, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "Confused and honestly very angry about this Instagram post from an official UC Berkeley Instagram account," one former student said.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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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More curbs on travel to China as coronavirus fatalities continue to rise
The United States and other countries tightened travel curbs on Friday and businesses said they were facing supply problems because of the coronavirus in China, a day after the World Health Organizat…
Canada: Real GDP edged up 0.1% in November vs. 0% expected
The real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanded by 0.1% on a monthly basis in November following October's 0.1% contraction, the data published by Stat
Vrenetic will distribute its livestreaming apps in China
Vrenetic said that it will distribute its livestreaming apps in China as part of an effort to expand its market reach with new Chinese partners.
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.
Research: How to Build Trust with Business Partners from Other Cultures
Understanding cultural differences helps us navigate them respectfully.
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.
Koo Stark in behind-closed-doors High Court fight over money with ex-partner
A judge overseeing a trial in London has relaxed a reporting bar and allowed some detail to be revealed.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
28 senators who were in Congress for Clinton’s impeachment, and how they voted then
Very few will be able to say they voted in the impeachment of two presidents.
Furbank backed to settle in to England duty
The Northampton full-back will start against France in the Six Nations opener.
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 |
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
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.
UC Berkeley had to apologise for saying anti-Chinese xenophobia is a 'normal reaction' to the coronavirus
UC Berkley is attracting backlash for calling anti-Chinese xenophobia a “normal reaction” to the Wuhan coronavirus.
Market wrap: all the leasing and sales activity in and around Sydney
Sydney's inner south shines during leasing activity.
A New Model for Crowdsourcing Innovation
Make sure participants deliver ideas — and a business plan.
SBI invests $20m in core banking-API integration firm OpenLegacy
Japan's SBI Holdings has invested $20 million in OpenLegacy Technologies, an American software firm that smooths API integration of core banking systems.
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
Barli Asmara enters ready-to-wear market with latest collection
Barli Asmara may be known to you for his delicate and ultra-feminine bridal offerings, but the designer has now set foot into the world of affordable ready-to-wear clothes with his latest collection.
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
Are You Ready to Serve on a Board?
Five skills you need, and how to build them.
Nissan Titan Becomes Snarling Beast With Sweet-Sounding Exhaust
We're of the opinion that the Nissan Titan doesn't get as much recognition as it deserves in the US market....
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
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.
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.
I visited London's famous Borough Market, and the food was so diverse that supermarkets now seem boring, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - It's one of the largest and most famous food markets in Europe, and you might recognize it from films like "Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
U.K.'s health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand
The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries 'considerable risks to health.'
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
George Furbank in for England debut, Joe Marler starts in Six Nations
George Furbank will make his Test debut in England's 2020 Six Nations opener against France in Paris on Sunday.
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.
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
It's official: too much banking is bad for you
The "financialisation" of an economy can exacerbate inequality, and undermine stability.
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.
Visa’s X-Border Investment Leads Week Of B2B Funding
Visa's investment in Currencycloud leads this week's B2B FinTech investment roundup, with other investors targeting logistics and blockchain startups.
Wilbur Ross Sees a Bright Side to Chinese Virus
Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross suggested Thursday that the viral outbreak in China might offer an unexpected benefit for the U.S. economy: It could encourage American manufacturers in China to return to the United States.
OECD warns of ‘concerns’ over US move on digital tax
PARIS, Jan 31 — An alternative proposal by Washington on how to tax digital giants worldwide has been met with “concern” by several nations, the OECD group of free-market economies said today. The push for a so-called “safe harbour” option would essentially render compliance optional,...
UC Berkeley had to apologize for saying anti-Chinese xenophobia is a ‘normal reaction’ to the coronavirus
UC Berkley is attracting backlash for calling anti-Chinese xenophobia a “normal reaction” to the Wuhan coronavirus.
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.
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.
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
Chinese tourists cancelling
Tour companies and hotels in destinations popular with Chinese tourists are starting to see cancellations after a new form of virus that has led to mass quarantines and more than 200 deaths in China.
Flight attendants sue Boeing over ‘toxic’ air inside plane
The lawsuit alleges contaminated air from the outside off the engines enters the cabin.
Top news of the day: Delhi court postpones hanging of Nirbhaya case convicts, Economic Survey pegs GDP growth at 6-6.5% in next fiscal, and more
The major news headlines of the day, and more.
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.
Scottish bus firm Alexander Dennis to build up to 600 buses for Irish operator
Larbert-based bus manufacturer Alexander Dennis has won a competition to provide as many as 600 hybrid buses for the Republic of Ireland’s National Transport Authority.
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
HBC board backs bid
The board of directors of Hudson's Bay Co. has unanimously recommended shareholders support a sweetened offer to take the retailer private.
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
New rental homes for WFN
The provincial government and Westbank First Nation on Friday announced plans to collaborate on building 17 new rental homes on the reserve.
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
Auckland fruit fly response over and produce movement restrictions lifted
Biosecurity New Zealand has ended its Northcote fruit fly operations and lifted restrictions on the movement of fruit and vegetables on Auckland’s North Shore.
Support Sudan now or regret later: UN tells US, World Bank, IMF
Months after Bashir was ousted, Sudan's economy remains burdened with foreign debt of more than $60 billion, inflation of about 60 percent, soaring unemployment and chronic shortage of fuel and foreig
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...
Watch | Highlights of Economic Survey 2019-20
A video on India's Economic Survey 2019-20 which was tabled on January 31, 2020
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.
Tertiary Students equipped with skills for the job market
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Staff share in €54m payout after US takeover of Decawave
Chipmaker gives new owner access to fast-growing market for Irish group’s technology
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.
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
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
Blackpool council to fund children’s services by cutting up to 75 jobs
Council tax to rise by maximum 4% as local authority tries to address social care failings
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.
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.
'I tested my new name at the coffee shop'
For young trans people, giving their new names to the barista can be the start of self-acceptance.
Milan-based Supermercato24 raises €11 million to expand its e-grocery marketplace in Europe
Italian startup Supermercato24 has today announced raising €11 million to expand its e-grocery marketplace in its homecountry, as well as in Poland where it also has an office, and the rest of Europe.
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.
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
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
Household lending grows for third consecutive year - Central Bank
Home lending drove growth in the figures but private sector lending fell
Crowded festival season fuels coronavirus anxiety - VnExpress International
A buffalo-fight and poetry events have all been cancelled amid fears Vietnam’s festival-packed lunar January may increase coronavirus infection.
10 things you need to know before the opening bell, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
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SK Hynix to make deep capex cut as virus spread threatens chip output
South Korea's SK Hynix , the worlds' No.2 memory chip maker, warned a new virus outbreak in China could pose a threat to chip production and said ...
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.
Volkswagen offers to buy all of Navistar for $2.9 bn
German auto giant Volkswagen said Thursday it wants to buy the part of American truck maker Navistar that it does not already own for $2.9 billion.
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 . . .
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."
Is this the most expensive bottle of liqueur in the world?
Suffolk auctioneers are toasting what they believe may be a record price for a single bottle of liqueur.
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
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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."
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
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
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.
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
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.
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 ...
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
US GDP reverses rout ahead of gap risk
Higher than expected US GDP growth helped turn a European share rout into a US rally overnight. However a weaker inflation component to the national accounts spurred bonds higher. Industrial commodities fell further, and gold held higher ground, in clear signs of concern. Cautious Asia Pacific trading is possible ahead of key event risk over the weekend.
Woman wins appeal over family home possession order
Heather Cody alleges mortgage fraud against her husband and Bank of Ireland
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
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.
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.
UK's health chief slams Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand
LONDON — The chief executive of Britain's National Health Service has criticized Gwyneth Paltrow's lifestyle brand Goop and her new Netflix series, warning it carries “considerable risks to health.
More countries publishing ecosystem accounts, considering environment in economic decisions
New research shows that an increasing number of countries are publishing ecosystem accounts, helping to embed nature in economic and financial decisions.
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
‘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
Airtel Announces Best Data Prices to Woo More Customers
Airtel Kenya is back with a brand new offer that could give its rivals a run for their money...
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.
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.
What every Canadian investor needs to know today
A look at the morning’s market action
Eskom warns SA to brace for more frequent power cuts
The country has been contending with an energy deficit since late 2005.
Robber used bear spray
Employees of a Main Street business in Penticton were hit with bear spray during a robbery Thursday night.
Where are the best places to live in Suffolk and Essex?
Districts across Suffolk and Essex have been named among the best places to live in the UK in the annual Halifax Quality of Life Survey for stunning wildlife, vibrant economies and hot spot locations.
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...
A YouTuber got an inflammatory right-wing commentator to fly to Prague to pick up a fake award, the initials of which spelled out the 'C-word'
Inflammatory right-wing commentator Katie Hopkins probably thought her day on the internet couldn’t get any worse after her Twitter account was suspended for hate speech on Friday. She was wrong.
Q&A: The plant-based battle is in your supply chain
For the food industry, whether it's seafood, meat or produce, plant-based alternatives are offering a unique challenge for supply chains to operate in a complex market. Joe Scioscia looks at the issues.
How major US stock indexes fared Friday
Stocks fell sharply on Wall Street Friday as investors feared that a virus outbreak that originated in China will dent the global economy. Technology companies, which do a lot of business with China, led the losses. Airlines fell after Delta and American suspended flights to and from China. The sell-off erased the S&P 500’s gains …
A 15-year-old Australian tennis player has died after collapsing during a training session in Nepal
Kent Yamazaki was preparing for the Kathmandu ITF Juniors when he fell unconscious, subsequently falling and hitting his head on the court.
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.
tZero to Launch Broker-Dealer, Seeks Fund from External Sources
tZero, the blockchain subsidiary Overstock, is planning to launch its retail broker-dealer platform called tZero Markets.
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.
Tourism Vancouver strengthens Asia Pacific expertise appointing GAO Group as new agency
VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA - Tourism Vancouver announced the appointment of a new agency, GAO Group International, to support regional sales efforts in Asia Pacific. Effective January 2020, GAO Group will be Tourism Vancouver’s official agency offering their services to support the organization’s Asia Pacific corporate incentive business development programs. From GAO Group’s head office in Melbourne and their regional office in Shanghai, they are perfectly positioned to promote Vancouver as a must visit Incentive Travel destination across the broader region. GAO Group
Scots schoolgirl crowdfunds for new pony after beloved pet dies in freak accident
A Fife schoolgirl is crowdfunding for a new pony after her beloved pet died in a freak accident. Tia Brown’s seven-year-old horse Helena suffered a catastrophic head injury following a fall l…
An American boxer was accidentally head-butted in a fight and suffered a gash so wide you could have stuck a nickel in it
JoJo Diaz boxed well over 12 rounds despite the wound, winning the IBF super featherweight world title from Tevin Farmer on a DAZN show in Miami.
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 ...
Thailand confirms first human-to-human coronavirus transmission
BANGKOK, Jan 31 — Thailand has seen its first case of human-to-human transmission of the new coronavirus inside the country, a health official said today, as it raised its total number of cases to 19, the second-highest after China. The first patient to contract the virus inside Thailand is a...
Cover brief for The Oklahoman's Business section on Jan. 31, 2020
WOODWARD Chemical plant evacuated in gas leak No injuries were reported as part of a hydrogen chloride leak at a chemicals plant that forced an emergency evacuation Thursday afternoon. Erin Hatfield, spokeswoman for the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality, said the agency was informed by the City of Woodward/Woodward County Office of Emergency Management that no one had been hurt. Hatfield said local emergency management officials told the agency the leak was caused by a valve malfunction at Deepwater Chemicals. Hatfield said DEQ was informed that the valve released the colorless gas into the plant's stack, prompting an evacuation order issued about 2:35 p.m. The gas, when exposed to
A YouTuber got an inflammatory right-wing commentator to fly to Prague to pick up a fake award, the initials of which spelled out the ‘C-word’
Inflammatory right-wing commentator Katie Hopkins probably thought her day on the internet couldn’t get any worse after her Twitter account was suspended for hate speech on Friday. She was wrong.
Debutant George Furbank to start at full-back in England’s Six Nations opener
Furbank has been thrust into the starting XV as part of a reshuffled back three after Anthony Watson withdrew from contention on Thursday.
Too soon to tell economic impact of Wuhan coronavirus on China: IMF chief
It is still too soon to gauge the economic impact of the virus outbreak on China's economy, beyond the first three months of the year, ...
Sensex drops 190 points; Nifty ends below 12K
All eyes have now turned to the Union Budget, scheduled to be presented on Saturday.
A crocodile in Indonesia has had a tire stuck on its head for years — and there’s a reward for anyone brave enough to get it off
A 13-foot crocodile has been swimming around Indonesia with a tire around its neck for years – and now officials are offering a reward to anyone who can safely get it off.
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
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
Hong Kong stocks close lower
HONG KONG, Jan 31 — Hong Kong shares closed down today, shedding their earlier gains and adding to a dismal week on one of Asia’s biggest bourses. The benchmark Hang Seng Index fell 0.52 per cent, or 136.50 points, to close at 26,312.63. Mainland Chinese markets were still closed for the...
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.
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
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.
Zweli Mkhize says SA on 'High Alert' as Coronavirus spreads
While Mkhize has announced that South Africa will be on “high alert”, Mkhize confirms that at least 35 South Africans are still in Wuhan China.
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. …
Oklahoma business briefs for Jan. 31, 2020
OERB hits training milestone The Oklahoma Energy Resources Board has trained 17,000 teachers to use free energy curricula the organization offers to promote oil and gas-related science, technology, engineering, math and arts skills to their students, it has announced. Officials said the organization celebrated reaching that milestone as part of a workshop it held this month for more than 100 teachers at Cushing High School. The organization hosts 14 workshops to train teachers interested in using its curricula annually. Participating teachers receive free supplies associated with each course, plus a $50 stipend for attending the workshop.
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
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
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.
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.
Anna Burns-Francis appointed TVNZ's U.S Correspondent
Fair Go reporter, Anna Burns-Francis has been appointed as TVNZ’s new U.S. Correspondent.
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.
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
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
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.
Johnson & Johnson ordered to pay US$344 million over pelvic mesh claims
A US judge on Thursday ordered Johnson & Johnson to pay $344 million for false and deceptive marketing of pelvic mesh products used by tens of ...
'Old Slogans and Old Cliches': India's Ex-Finance Minister Slams Gov't Approach to Economic Slide
New Delhi (Sputnik): The Indian economy's growth rate witnessed a six-year low in the second quarter (July-September) of 2019; the Reserve Bank of India has cut the year's growth projection to 5 percent from the 6.1 percent projected in October 2019.
Economic Survey launches 'Health Score' to detect liquidity issues in NBFCs
A sudden payment default without any prior warning by Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services (IL&FS) in August 2018 had triggered panic and caused liquidity crisis in the NBFC sector
How ‘Embedded’ Payment Providers are Transforming Fintech
Behind-the-scenes payments providers could be moving Big Tech further toward financial services.
Market Highlights: Sensex slips 190 points, Nifty ends below 12,000 ahead of Budget 2020
Share Market, Stock Market Highlights: Everything that happened in the markets.
Budget session should be focused on economic matters: PM Modi
He also said that the session should be focused on economic matters and how India can take advantage of the current global economic situation.
Is India's GDP growth overstated? Economic Survey counters Arvind Subramanian, others
Beginning from Arvind Subramanian, several economists and international agencies have raised doubts over India's GDP growth rate figures in past one year. The Economic Survey 2020-21 rejects the charge.
Triodos Bank CEO: 'Bankers should be eco-warriors'
Presenting at the Bristol Distinguished Address Series, Dr Bevis Watts, chief executive of Triodos Bank UK spoke on the essential role banking must play in driving action on climate change.
CBR preview: Dealing with more uncertainties – Nordea
Analysts at Nordea Markets expect the Central Bank of Russia to leave its key rate unchanged at 6.25% at its meeting next Friday but maintained their
112 layer flash to be sampled in Q1
Kioxia, the renamed Toshiba, says it will sample a 112-layer TLC flash in Q1. It is the fifth-generation BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory.
Editor’s note: Cheering failure might sound preposterous – but don’t knock it until you’ve tried it
There’s no shame in admitting defeat. To prove it, the February issue of Report on Business magazine features eight inspiring leaders telling us what they learned from their biggest mistakes
Economic Survey 2020 pushes for privatisation of education, flexible labour laws
Economic Survey 2020: Survey calls for increasing literacy levels rapidly through institution of more schools and colleges; vouches for important policies that boost ease of doing business
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.
Need to address key challenges in farm sector for doubling farmers' income: Survey
Issues such as investment in agriculture, water conservation, improved yields through better farming practices, access to market, availability of institutional credit, increasing the linkages between agricultural and non-agricultural sectors need urgent attention, it said.
Economic Survey: Need to address challenges in farm sector to double income
The food processing sector is growing at an average annual growth rate of more than 5 per cent over the last six years ended 2017-18, it added
What the Last Decade tells us About the Increased Need for Enterprise Security
Enterprise security is changing, particularly in the collaboration space, writes Wire's CEO Morten Brøgger. With the average employee less able to...
An American boxer was accidentally head-butted in a fight and suffered a gash so wide you could have stuck a nickel in it, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - JoJo Diaz boxed well over 12 rounds despite the wound, winning the IBF super featherweight world title from Tevin Farmer on a DAZN show in Miami.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
U.S. could face difficulties sanctioning Danske over money-laundering: report
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - U.S. authorities could face difficulties fining Danske Bank (DANSKE.CO) over its involvement in suspected money-laundering in Estonia, according to a report by S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Eurozone Preliminary GDP arrives at 0.1% QoQ in Q4, misses estimates
The Eurozone economy eased its pace of expansion at 0.1% on quarter in the three months to December of 2019, missing +0.2% expected, the first estimat
A crocodile in Indonesia has had a tire stuck on its head for years — and there's a reward for anyone brave enough to get it off, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Previous attempts to get the tire off, such as luring the crocodile using chicken and meat, have been unsuccessful.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Companies' Sensex tenure pared by 80% post liberalisation: Economic Survey
Higher dynamism has helped the emergence of new firms which have challenged the old order, survey notes
It stifles freedom: Economic Survey cautions Modi govt against excessive intervention in market | 10 points
The Economic Survey has said govt interventions often result in undermining the market's ability to support wealth creation and lead to outcomes which are opposite to those intended.
Nintendo CEO says no plans to launch new Switch model in 2020
Nintendo Co Ltd CEO Shuntaro Furukawa said the gaming company has no plans to launch a new Switch model this year.
Coronavirus updates from around the world
UK confirms first cases; US warns on travel.
Americans spent at slowest pace in 3 years in 2019, threatening powerhouse of US economy
Consumer spending is closely watched because it drives about two-thirds of gross domestic product. But there are signs that households are start...
Tech Mahindra Q3 net profit slips 5% YoY to Rs 1,146 crore, revenue up 8%
In constant currency terms, revenue grew 4.3 per cent. In US dollar terms, revenue rose 5.1 per cent to $ 1,353 million.
NBFCs: Survey’s new diagnostic tool ‘Health Score’ may help avert liquidity crisis
The recent funding crunch in the economy caused by the blowouts in the NBFC sector (IL&FS, DHFL etc) over the last two years has clearly prompted the Government to look at the problems of fina
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.
Three simple tweaks to your everyday routine to be happier and more successful
These three simple changes will make you more productive instantly
Sterling extends gains after BoE keeps rates on hold
LONDON, Jan 31 — The British pound extended its rally today for a second consecutive day following the Bank of England’s decision to keep interest rates steady on signs of a post-election pick-up in growth. But analysts said the rally may be short lived. The United Kingdom exits the European...
BofA sees Eskom among risks to spoil brief SA rally
'Investors are getting impatient and are looking for opportunities elsewhere' – investment strategist.
Megan Thee Stallion Shares New Details Of Her New Upcoming Persona
New year, new Megan Thee Stallion! The 24-year-old rapper, who previously rose to fame with personas like "Hot Girl Meg" and "Tina Snow", is now getting ready to showcase a whole new character to the world in her debut album. “Suga is here to basically let girls know that it’s okay to be a mess,”…
Fueling future Kiwi generations' fuel needs - Hiringa and Waitomo
Innovative Kiwi energy companies Waitomo Group and Hiringa Energy have announced their intentions to work in partnership to develop New Zealand’s first nationwide hydrogen refueling stations network.
A labor attorney explains the work rules around getting sick in the office, whether you’re facing a small cold or the coronavirus
With the outbreak of coronavirus dominating headlines, it is a great time to dust off the company policy on dealing with flu season and infectious diseases in the workplace. Contagious diseases are particularly troublesome subjects for companies, as there’s a wide variety of circumstances and cultures on the wisdom of working through a sickness. Some managers reward employees who “tough it out” and show up under the weather, while other company cultures encourage sick employees to work from home or stay away altogether.
Economic Survey's 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.
Consumers relatively upbeat in latest confidence index
Low interest rates and a stronger housing market are keeping consumers relatively buoyant. The ANZ-Roy Morgan Consumer Confidence Index was unchanged at 123 in January, sitting around its best level in more than a year. Consumers were slightly less optimistic about their current position but are slightly more upbeat about the longer term, and more think it's a good time to buy a big-ticket item. "New Zealand consumers are feeling pretty alright about things at the moment - the labour market remains tight, interest rates are low and the housing market is lifting again," ANZ's chief economist Sharon Zollner said. She said the lift in the housing market was likely behind the rise in those thinking its a good time to buy a major household item, which in turn would support the retail sector.
Upmarket Mistake: Mercedes-Benz X-Class Ends Production in May
After a short and troubled life, a Mercedes-Benz pickup that's mostly a Nissan will cease to exist come May.
Credit rating agency S&P expected to keep Turkey's outlook unchanged
The U.S.-based international credit rating agency Standard & Poor's S&P is expected to keep Turkey's credit ratings and the overall outlook...
Coronavirus Outbreak Sends European Stock Markets Into Tailspin
On Monday, US stocks posted their biggest downturn since October 2019 due to fears of the economic impacts of the new SARS-related virus that recently emerged in central China.
What patients hope to hear from the Finance Minister
High on the aam aadmi’s Budget hopes is some govt help to meet treatment costs
Amazon's Jeff Bezos, already the wealthiest person on the planet, just got billions richer
Jeff Bezos, the world's richest person, got billions richer in minutes Thursday as Amazon shares soared in extended trading on news of a killer quarter driven by strong holiday sales.
November GDP beats expectations, but... – RBC
According to Josh Nye, Senior Economist at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) Economics, a modest upside surprise in November GDP does little to change the na
Turkey, Lithuania ink economic protocol for greater trade, investment ties
Turkey and Lithuania on Friday signed a protocol for the Economic and Trade Committee JETCO that will pave the way for further expansion of bilateral...
Survey suggests scrapping of 'anachronistic' Essential Commodites Act 1955
"As the conviction rate, however, is abysmally low and raids have no impact on prices, the ECA only seems to enable rent-seeking and harassment. The Survey provides clear evidence that the case for jettisoning this anachronistic legislation is strong," the document said.
Nintendo says no new Switch in 2020
Japanese gaming giant Nintendo said Friday there would be no fresh model of its hot-selling Switch console this year, dashing the hopes of fans ...
Businessman linked to Sarkozy aide charged in Libya funding probe
A businessman at the heart of an inquiry into alleged Libyan financing of French ex-president Nicolas Sarkozy's 2007 election campaign was charged Friday with bribery, judicial sources said.
Union Budget 2020: How, When and Where To Watch Live Streaming Of Union Budget
Union Budget 2020: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present Budget 2020 in Parliament on Saturday at 11 a.m.
Bitcoin Will Be $8 Trillion Economy by 2030, Top Wealth Manager Explains Why
Bitcoin could become an $8 trillion asset by 2030, according to Andy Edstrom of California-based WESCAP Group. The wealth manager said the cryptocurrency
Britain leaves the EU – then what?
Britain leaves the European Union on Friday, ending more than four decades of economic, political and legal integration with its closest neighbours.
India on track to meet NDC goals under Paris Agreement: Survey
Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) was launched in 2014 with twin objectives of ensuring 100 per cent scientific solid waste management and making urban India open defecation free (ODF) to achieve total environmental improvement, the Finance Ministry said in a release.
Ferry contract awarded to Polish shipbuilder that built Salish-class vessels
B.C. Ferries has awarded Remontowa Shipbuilding of Gdansk, Poland, a $92.3-million contract to build an additional liquefied natural gas-fuelled ferry to be delivered in 2022.The new vessel, which . . .
Economic Survey 2020 calls for better efficiency at public sector banks
For FY19, PSBs had made a collective loss of Rs 66,000.
Mikel Arteta ‘happy’ with Arsenal’s business in January
The Gunners boss has more options in defence after the club made two signings this week.
Mikel Arteta ‘happy’ with Arsenal’s business in January
The Gunners boss has more options in defence after the club made two signings this week.
Statistics Canada says GDP edged up 0.1 per cent in November
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.
Budget 2020: The inclusive growth of the country
Sunil Khosla Head Digital Business, India Transact Services Limited "Considering the current ecosystem in the country, the annual financial budget 2020 is much awaited and expected to relieve most of the financial segments."
Neither icing nor a cake – Rabobank
Analysts at Rabobank offered a review of Friday's Eurozone GDP figures, which showed that the economy grew by 0.1% q-o-q in the fourth quarter of 2019
How the Japanese Word 'Ikigai' Can Help Your Business Be More Successful
These Japanese islanders have a long tradition of finding the secret to a successful life. And businesses can use the same idea to find their niche.
Turkey's 2-year benchmark bond yield drops to single digits
The two-year benchmark bond yield has fallen to single digits for the first time since November 2016
Economic Survey: Wilful defaulters owe Rs 1.4 trillion to lenders
The Economic Survey, tabled in the parliament on Friday, has revealed that the wilful defaulters owe a whopping sum Rs 1.4 lakh crore. As of 2018, wilful defaulters owed their respective lenders
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.
Non-food credit growth slides to 7% in Dec 19 from 12.8% a year ago
All four categories - agriculture, industry, services and retail - segments showed deceleration in credit growth
Embraer malfunction similar to 737 Max issue probed by NTSB
Investigators found the captain’s thumb switch that adjusts the trim had been installed upside down.
Pace of road construction less than half that of 2018-19: Economic Survey
Per-day construction drops from 29.7 km in FY19 to 12.7 km in first six months of current fiscal
11 Netflix original series that are ending this year
Over the years Netflix has released a variety of television shows, from animated comedies to suspense-filled dramas.
Demi Lovato Shares How She Came Out To Her Family As Sexually Fluid
Demi Lovato recently shed more light on how the process of coming out to her parents went. The “Heart Attack” singer dished on the moment she decided to tell her truth to her family ...
Hitachi makes US$5 billion offer for full control of industrial gear unit
Hitachi Ltd said on Friday it would spend 531.1 billion yen (US$4.84 billion) to take full control of industrial equipment unit Hitachi ...
9 business moguls on how to break into a new industry and make it to the top, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - "I lost about $20,000 until I turned a corner. I didn't change anything or get smarter — I just got better by showing up every day.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
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Explained: What is Economic Survey’s strategy for boosting wealth creation?
Economic Survey reiterates PM Narendra Modi's call for increasing “wealth creators” in the economy.
Economic Survey maintains $5 trillion aim, but can’t avoid references to Great Indian Slowdown
The annual document barely seems to acknowledge that the Indian economy is in the doldrums.
Three suspects arrested in Maltese bank cyber-heist
Suspects used stolen funds to buy Rolex watches, along with a Jaguar and an Audi A5.
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.
Market movers: Stocks that saw action on Friday - and why
A roundup of some of the North American equities making moves in both directions today
George Furbank handed surprise debut at full-back for England Six Nations opener
George Furbank has been thrust into the starting XV as part of a reshuffled back three after Anthony Watson withdrew from contention on Thursday.
Invest or develop at the heart of Dunedin’s university precinct - Colliers
A superbly located property at the heart of Dunedin’s university precinct is for sale with vacant possession, providing multiple options for developers or add-value investors.
'Budget 2020 must focus on Digital India, Nasscom, IT'
Dr Amit Nagpal, President, Bloggers Alliance The first priority of Budget 2020 should be Digital India.
Slowdown bottomed out, GDP expected to grow at 6.5 per cent: Chief Economic Adviser
The Economic Survey has projected the GDP to expand by 6-6.5 per cent
Canada’s economy bucks forecasts, posts surprise gain
Statistics Canada says GDP grew by 0.1 per cent in November despite impact of rail strike, pipeline disruption; economists had expected no increase for the month
Airbus paying $4-billion to settle corruption probe, exposing bribery allegations
The plane maker has been investigated by French and British authorities for suspected corruption over jet sales dating back over a decade
No use suing over spilt milk as court throws out Lidl shopper's personal injury claim
A woman who told a court she was injured when she slipped on milk in a Lidl supermarket has had her €15,000 compensation claim thrown out.
Eaton maintains its B-BBEE Level 1 status
Eaton has maintained its B-BBEE Level 1 status for the third year in a row setting the lead amongst the top power management companies in South Africa.
Just a fraction of voters want to block witnesses in Trump's impeachment trial — but Republicans are likely to block them anyway, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - While 37% of likely Republican voters don't see a need for any witnesses, 45% want some combination of witnesses to testify.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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.
Pricing Your Apartment in a Slow Market
For sellers with high hopes, the reality of the current market can be deflating.
11 Netflix original series that are ending this year, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Many of the streaming service's hit shows (like "Glow" and "13 Reasons Why") will debut their final seasons in 2020.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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.
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 ...
Just a fraction of voters want to block witnesses in Trump's impeachment trial — but Republicans are likely to block them anyway
While 37% of likely Republican voters don't see a need for any witnesses, 45% want some combination of witnesses to testify.
As Coronavirus death toll rises, countries tighten curbs on travel to China
The US and other countries tightened travel curbs on Friday and businesses said they were facing supply problems because of the coronavirus in China.
The Super Bowl's massive audience is a huge draw for advertisers. Here are 10 brands running Super Bowl commercials for the first time in 2020., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Bud Light Seltzer, Facebook, Little Caesars, Sabra, are among the brands airing Super Bowl ads for the first time.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
I've been using this eye cream for 5 years and it's the closest thing to a miracle for getting rid of dark circles and depuffing, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - This is the best under-eye brightening treatment I've tried. It's been in my skin-care routine for 5 years, and I recommend it to everyone.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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.
Hyundai tests new i20 ahead of Auto Expo debut; here's what to expect
Hyundai at Auto Expo 2020: The Hyundai i20 is set to make its presence known at the upcoming Auto Expo. Here's what to expect from the latest Hyundai hatchback
Pizza Hut is giving away 2 years of free pizza and Super Bowl tickets to the first set of twins born after this year's Super Bowl kickoff, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Pizza Hut is gifting the winning family with free pizza, two tickets to next year's Super Bowl, and $22,000 towards the twins' education.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
‘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.
Watch Harry Styles and Lizzo surprise fans with a delightful performance of ‘Juice’
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.
Watch Harry Styles and Lizzo surprise fans with a delightful performance of 'Juice', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The two powerhouse singers thrilled fans in Miami with their rendition of the track, which is from Lizzo's 2019 album "Cuz I Love You.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
The Super Bowl’s massive audience is a huge draw for advertisers. Here are 10 brands running Super Bowl commercials for the first time in 2020.
Dozens of brands are set to descend on your TV screens during the Super Bowl this year.
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
Pizza Hut is giving away 2 years of free pizza and Super Bowl tickets to the first set of twins born after this year's Super Bowl kickoff
Pizza Hut is gifting the winning family with free pizza, two tickets to next year's Super Bowl, and $22,000 towards the twins' education.
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.
Economic Survey links infrastructure with social reforms to boost growth
The Survey suggested interlinking electricity supply with health and education
Watch Tom Brady and more NFL stars read horribly mean tweets about themselves on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The latest round of the segment aired on the ABC talk show on Thursday and featured athletes like Brady, Patrick Mahomes, and Travis Kelce.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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.
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.
Watch Tom Brady and more NFL stars read horribly mean tweets about themselves on ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’
These 5 Valentine's Day-themed puzzles will get you in the holiday spirit. Can you solve them all?, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - All five of these Valentine's Day puzzles are filled to the brim with love, hearts, candy, flowers — the works.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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.
The 10 most dangerous US states to work in, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Some states have more dangerous jobs than others. We took a look at fatal workplace injury rates across the US.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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.
US consumer spending cooled last month, core prices picked up
Income growth in the US slowed to 0.2%.
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
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.
9 business moguls on how to break into a new industry and make it to the top
Looking to blaze into a new industry? We asked some of the world’s smartest business people and Advisors in The Oracles for their best tips for breaking into a new field, from tech to real estate to day trading.
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.
Billie Eilish dragged a YouTuber who dressed up like her in public, saying: ‘You make me look bad’
Billie Eilish has had enough of people pretending to be her in public.
DHT Holdings' Co-CEOs On The VLCC Markets (Podcast Transcript)
As part of the Value Investor's Edge Live Virtual Tanker Forum, J Mintzmyer spoke with DHT Holdings' co-CEOs.The discussion covered the VLCC markets and IMO 2020 developments.We reviewed DHT's scrubbe
It would be a mistake for Malaysia to raise locally assembled vehicle prices – German ambassador
BMW Malaysia exports the G30 520i to the Philippines Last week, the automotive industry received confirmation from the finance ministry that there will be
UN warns world may pay ‘terrible price’ if it fails Sudan
A top UN official has warned that the international community would "pay a terrible price" if it fails to help rebuild Sudan's dilapidated economy as the African country transitions to civilian rule.
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
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
One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here.
One of the emergency hospitals China is panic-building in Wuhan in response to the deadly coronavirus appears to be close to completion.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Group hails Okowa for hosting NEXIM bank forum
President of Delta Progressives, Mr Ogagaoghene Otikpo, has commended Gov. Ifeanyi Okowa for hosting the ongoing South-South Enlightenment
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.
Who is Arvind Krishna?
Krishna joins a unique club which includes the likes of Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, MasterCard CEO Ajay Banga, PepsiCo’s former CEO Indra Nooyi and Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen.
Hungary to build more prisons to tackle overcrowding, halt inmates' lawsuits
Hungary will begin an ambitious prison-building program in an attempt to stem a tide of costly lawsuits by inmates complaining of overcrowding and inhumane conditions, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday. Orban accused "business-savvy lawyers" of exploiting the conditions to launch
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.
Shrinking French and Italian economies hamper euro zone growth
Spectre of recession likely to mean more monetary easing by ECB
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
Aldi wants to open a new, bigger Newport store next to Sainsbury's - but the council will try to stop it
Sainsbury's have objected to Aldi's plans to open a new supermarket next door
UN warns world may pay 'terrible price' if it fails Sudan
A top UN official has warned that the international community would "pay a terrible price" if it fails to help rebuild Sudan's dilapidated economy as the African country transitions to civilian rule.
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
Deribit to Offer Daily Bitcoin Options
Crypto derivatives platform Deribit will offer a daily Bitcoin index options to its client base.
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
One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here.
One of the emergency hospitals China is panic-building in Wuhan in response to the deadly coronavirus appears to be close to completion.
China's factory activity falls in January as Wuhan coronavirus fears grow
BEIJING: China's manufacturing activity slipped in January, official data showed on Friday (Jan 31), as the country grapples with a new virus that ...
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
Billie Eilish dragged a YouTuber who dressed up like her in public, saying: 'You make me look bad', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The YouTuber Jordan Matter, who created a video showing someone posing as Eilish, said she "had absolutely no intention of disrespecting Billie.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
Friday’s analyst upgrades and downgrades
Inside the Market’s roundup of some of today’s key analyst actions
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.
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
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.
One of the emergency hospitals Wuhan is panic-building is looking close to completion. Watch a live feed of the construction here., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The Wuhan Huoshenshan Hospital is due to open February 3, and the Leishenshan Hospital is due to open February 5.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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.
Eco Survey calls for pro-business policies, strengthening invisible hand of markets
The invisible hand needs to be strengthened by promoting pro-business policies to provide equal opportunities for new entrants, enable fair competition and ease doing business, eliminate policies that undermine markets through government intervention even where it is not necessary, it said.
Two-day PSU bank strike over wage revision impacts services across country
However, private sector lenders like ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank were operational.
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.
Terrorvision, Skindred and more added to final Teddy Rocks charity lineup
The UK festival unveils the final lineup for the 2020 event - money raised will once again benefit children’s cancer charity
Nonprofit Receives Grant to Help Prevent Local Oil Production
Santa Barbara County faces a tripling of onshore oil production. Three oil companies are proposing to drill and operate over 700 new wells in Cat Canyon Oil Field, posing dangerous threats to clean air, clean water, public safety, and our climate. What’s more, these oil companies are not proposing conventional oil drilling, which is risky enough, but rather they are seeking permits for extreme, enhanced oil extraction processes known as cyclic steam injection and steam flooding, which are far riskier and more energy intensive than traditional drilling. The Environmental Defense Center (EDC) has just received $10,000 in grant funding from the Fund for Santa Barbara to help confront this major threat.
ET View: Economic Survey revives an old tale about Microsoft
Microsoft has come a long way since then and even became the worlds most valued company. The Survey does not hold out a happy story.
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...
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
USD/CHF drops below 0.9700 as markets remain risk-averse
The USD/CHF pair erased nearly 40 pips on Thursday and seems to be having a difficult time staging a recovery on Friday. After touching a daily high o
Coronavirus: NZ businesses exporting to China take a hit
New Zealand exporters are nervously waiting to see how big an impact the deadly coronavirus will have on their businesses. The disease is spreading across the globe and has killed at least 171 people and infected thousands. Restrictions in China on travel and public gatherings to try to contain the outbreak are putting the squeeze on New Zealand firms doing business in the country. New Zealand Rock Lobster Industry Council chief executive Mark Edwards said the live lobster export business had ceased after a huge drop in demand. He said the timing - during Chinese New Year, a peak period for demand and goods prices - was unfortunate.
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
Michigan couple sues airline after getting kicked off flight
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (AP) — A Michigan couple is suing American Airlines for discrimination after being removed from a flight because the airline said the Orthodox Jewish couple smelled bad. Yehuda...
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...
Lakers owner Jeanie Buss called Kobe Bryant 'family' in an emotional tribute and said he inspired her to be a strong female leader in the NBA
Jeanie Buss recalled a 2013 lunch with Bryant and his daughter Gianna — also killed in Sunday's crash — that she said still gave her strength.
Blow to Kenyan farmers as agency bans avocado export
Traders accused of shipping immature crop due to high demand.
Govt dropped initial plan on GSTAT set-up, proposal flagged, shows RTI
Madras High Court had LATER declared bench composition unconstitutional due to non-inclusion of even a single judicial member; No appeal filed yet
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.
F&O: Over to Budget; banking stocks only hope as bears rule
India VIX moved up 3.38 per cent to 17.36 level.
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.
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.
Going with the wind energy in Latvia
Going green has been an international hot topic for a while, with Latvian President Egils Levits discussing at the recent World Economic Forum how Latvia could become a renewable energy role model, and an increasing portion of the Latvian energy portfolio will be made up of wind energy.
Horrific footage of a yelping dog being barbecued alive at a Chinese market is shared by activists calling for an end to the barbaric trade in dog meat
A video shared by campaign group No To Dog Meat shows a dog in searing pain as it tries to open its battered jaw to yelp while being cooked on a barbecue at a meat market in Yulin, China.
5 things to know about Trump’s Medicaid block grant plan
The Trump administration unveiled a plan Thursday that would dramatically revamp Medicaid by allowing states to opt out of part of the current federal funding program and instead seek a fixed payment each year in exchange for gaining unprecedented flexibility over the program.
Design Guidelines for Contemporary Tropical Architecture
from San José, Costa Rica, shares his contemplations for a free expressive code for tropical architecture. However, deepening and broadening this...
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.
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
AI: from experimentation to adoption
IBM commissioned a survey of 4,500 technology decision-makers and found that AI is being successfully adopted by the mainstream business world.
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
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
Tracy Piggott 'devastated' after RTÉ decision not to renew her contract
"If I had a bit more warning, I could have been able to make other plans. I'm a single parent with a daughter due to start secondary school this September."
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.
Krachi East Assembly urged to complete abandoned market project
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MP applauded for leading the process to revive dormant market
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Screen Ireland unveils slate of 40 productions coming to international market
Agency responsible for developing screen industries said sector contributed €357m to economy last year
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.
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
Markets welcome WHO virus declaration
Markets rose in Asia on Friday after the World Health Organization declared a global health emergency over the deadly new virus sweeping China.
Chinese visitors to Vietnam hit record high in Jan - VnExpress International
January saw tourists from China to Vietnam post record high growth though new coronavirus fears prompted the country to clamp down on Chinese arrivals 10 days prior.
Stocks drop amid uncertainty over virus impact; Amazon soars
U.S. stocks fell broadly in midday trading on Wall Street amid ongoing uncertainty about the potential economic impact of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus outbreak that originated in China.
Design Guidelines for Contemporary Tropical Architecture
from San José, Costa Rica, shares his contemplations for a free expressive code for tropical architecture. However, deepening and broadening this...
‘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’
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...
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.
Economic Survey advocates further ‘economic freedom’
While it does makes a case for further reform, it falls short on prescriptions and sector-specific insights
The moment Taylor Swift hugs boyfriend Joe Alwyn after a 'Reputation' concert in 'Miss Americana' will warm your whole heart, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The new documentary about the pop star was released on Netflix on Friday and showed behind-the-scenes footage from the past few years.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Details Of Bucs Midfielder’s Deal Confirmed
Orlando Pirates confirm contract details of their new signing.
Pre Budget Expectations by HDFC Securities
HDFC Securities The Govt needs to give a serious push to improve the business environment.
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...
Microchip and Arrow Electronics announce collaboration on IoT Security
Microchip Technology and Arrow have announced an engineering services collaboration which aims to simplify connectivity and security across industrial, smart building and energy markets.
Economic Survey sources data from Wikipedia, other private entities
Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia, created and edited by volunteers around the world and hosted by the Wikimedia Foundation
Woodbridge Regatta breaks tradition with hopes of Bank Holiday bonanza
Woodbridge is breaking tradition this year by holding its annual regatta in May instead of the traditional summer months.
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
Amazon hits 500K force
Need more proof that Amazon is big? It came this week.
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.
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
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.
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.
France's Orange avoids Huawei in 5G rollout
The decision comes as the United States puts pressure on European nations to shut out Huawei, accusing it of ties to the Chinese government that could give Beijing the potential to spy on classified communications.
HUAWEI to introduce its trendy Nova Series in Ghana
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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...
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.
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.
HBC board unanimously backs Baker offer in amended and stated circular
The board of directors of Hudson's Bay Co. has unanimously recommended shareholders support a sweetened offer to take the retailer private.
Satellite connectivity drives Comtech acquisition of Gilat
Comtech Telecommunications is buying Gilat Satellite Networks for $532.5m, it has been announced.
10 of the most overpriced items at airports you should never buy
Every frequent flyer knows that when it comes to the airport, it’s best to keep your wallet safely tucked away in order to avoid overspending.
Oyo rubbishes reports of large-scale partner loss, and exiting businesses
Currently, Oyo largely operates under three models - franchisee, leased and owned assets. The rooms under the franchisee model accounts for the largest number of its inventory of nearly 3 lakh rooms in India
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.
Conspiracy theorists are telling people to drink a dangerous bleach solution to cure or prevent coronavirus
As new cases of the Wuhan coronavirus are reported across the globe, online bootleggers are cashing in on another opportunity to sell a dangerous bleach cocktail that they claim can cure malaria, cancer, the flu, and even autism. Now proponents are claiming the chlorine dioxide treatment can also cure or protect against the coronavirus.
The moment Taylor Swift hugs boyfriend Joe Alwyn after a ‘Reputation’ concert in ‘Miss Americana’ will warm your whole heart
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MagicLab billionaire Andreev to launch new mobile app business
Move follows sale of stake in $3bn company to Blackstone
Tech Mahindra to pick 70% stake in Cerium Systems
The cash transaction is expected to close by April 1, 2020.
The Co-operative Bank accredited as a living wage employer
The Co-operative Bank has become an accredited Living Wage employer.
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.
HBC board unanimously backs Baker offer in amended and stated circular
TORONTO — The board of directors of Hudson's Bay Co. has unanimously recommended shareholders support a sweetened offer to take the retailer private.
After a boxing win, Jake Paul is now trying to ‘avenge’ his brother by fighting the YouTuber who beat him
Jake Paul is wasting no time setting his sights on his next boxing match after decisively winning his first fight on Thursday night.
Men arrested on suspicion of connection with €13m cyber-attack on Malta bank
North’s National Crime Agency boss says ‘large amount’ of proceeds ‘funnelled through bank account in Belfast’
US soldiers hurt in Iran missile strike up to 64: Pentagon
The number of US troops injured by an Iranian missile strike in Iraq this month has risen to 64, according to new figures released by the Pentagon. US President Donald Trump had initially said no
Lcal digital spending to grow 2.7 times in a market worth US$9.1 bil locally
KUALA LUMPUR: Digital spending in Malaysia is expected to grow 2.7 times in 2025 in a market estimated to be worth US$9.1 billion.
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.
NLA gets new office complex in Volta Region
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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.
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 . . .
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
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.
5 Business Travel Trends to Watch in 2020
Be aware of this travel forecast to help you get the most out of your travels.
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.
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.
The revitalisation of Limerick's O'Connell street takes a step forward
Plans to revitalise Limerick's main thoroughfare took a step forward this week.
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.
Economic Survey sources data from Wikipedia, other private entities
The Economic Survey 2019-20 has sourced certain data from Wikipedia, which is not considered as reliable source of information.
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.
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
Osinbajo, LCCI discuss economy, Apapa gridlock, others
The Vice-President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, on Friday received a delegation of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), led by its President, Mrs Toki Mabogunje at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
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...
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.
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
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
Zendaya wore a dress with daring cutouts, giant pockets, and a split sleeve on the red carpet, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Zendaya's latest outfit is further proof that she's one of the best-dressed stars on the red carpet.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
India bans export of protective masks, clothing amid coronavirus outbreak
India banned exports of all kinds of personal protection equipment, including clothing and masks used to protect people from air borne particles.
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
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'
Sides in bitter forest dispute back at table on Sunday
With the longest strike in coastal forest history now into its eighth month, the two sides in the bitter dispute are heading back to the bargaining table.Western Forest Products and the United . . .
GCB Bank unveils first G-Money Mobile Wallet
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Punjab Budget To Be Presented On Feb 25
The Amarinder Singh-led Punjab government will present its budget for 2020-21 on February 25.
Banks residents prepare for Orroral Valley fire to hit
Residents in the suburb closest to the fire are ready to leave.
What it's like inside the booze-free NYC bars that charge $13 for nonalcoholic cocktails
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Ease of doing business: How India moved up the ranks and the road ahead
Economic survey 2019-20: The new blueprint
Nottingham families wanted for Channel 4's money saving programme Supershoppers
The hidden secrets of big brands will be revealed
Economic Survey 2019-20: Food inflation higher in urban areas
Economic Survey moots tighter monetary policy in case of food, fuel price shock
EU bank regulators lay out tougher doomsday stress test
EBA factors in period of ‘low for longer’ rates and 4%-plus economic contraction
Council thanks those who helped shape budget decisions
The Council carried out a budget survey in the latter part of 2019 to encourage residents and businesses to have their say
New green dawn: Advocates hope ACT's cannabis laws pave way for open market
Advocates have welcomed Canberra's contentious new cannabis regime, hoping it sparks a broader public discussion about drug law reform and paves the way for a...
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.
Economic Survey 2020: India has low rates of formal entrepreneurship
Large number of enterprises operate in informal economy not captured by data
DTA tweaks IT contracting rules to help government get on with agile
Changes also put supplier performance under the spotlight.
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.
Bid to capture industry’s action on climate crisis
A new project aims to help the Scottish farming industry accurately record and measure the positive steps it is taking to tackle climate change by sequestering carbon.
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.
The Wuhan coronavirus seems to have a low fatality rate, and most patients make full recoveries. Experts reveal why it's causing panic anyway.
The coronavirus outbreak that originated in China is sparking fear, distrust, and xenophobia around the world.
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
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 . . .
Economic Survey 2020 pitches divestment in public sector undertakings
Economic Survey says public sector units performed better than peers after privatisation
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.
Looking for reliable information about the Wuhan virus just became easier as Google and WHO jointly activate SOS alert
Google on Friday (Jan 31) made looking for reliable information about the Wuhan coronavirus a little bit easier by activating an SOS alert that shows you resources and the latest updates from the World Health Organisation (WHO).
SBI posts highest ever net on Essar Steel recovery
Asset quality improves, slippages stay elevated; no big ticket loan going forward, says CMD
A Singapore couple just paid US$2 million for a crazy romantic staycation, featuring 10,000 roses, diamond chopsticks, and a 18-course meal on a private jet, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Crazy Rich Asians IRL.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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.
Delta just suspended China flights for longer than any other airline, a red flag as the unprecedented coronavirus wreaks havoc on the airline industry
Demand has plummeted because of the coronavirus outbreak, putting airline profits and China's economy at risk.
Tribues paid to tragic teen girl who died in Argyll loch horror crash as police name two victims
TRIBUTES have been paid to a teenage girl who died after a car plunged into a sea loch in Argyll at the weekend. Police named Jasmine Herron, 19, and Jonathan Graham, 37, as the two casualties foll…
Economic Survey 2020 stresses on Assembled-in-India
The Survey states that by integrating "Assemble in India for the world" into Make in India, India can generate 4 crores well-paid jobs by 2025 and 8 crores by 2030
Expert says South West must unite to fight for funding post-Brexit
"Your MPs and councils will have to pressure central Government to keep up the ante, both on how to get some of this money and what they can spend it on”
Tech Mahindra profit dips 5% to ₹1,146 cr.
Firm’s revenue, however, rises 8% to ₹9,655 crore
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.
Screen Ireland hopes for happy ending despite Brexit sadness
Chief executive Désirée Finnegan signals return of cherished slate funding for producers
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.
Neemuchwala quits Wipro, analysts say it’s good for tech giant
‘His tenure was fraught with struggles’
Processes of exports, imports at KIA have improved vastly: Economic Survey
‘This is after implementation of authorised economic operators policy in 2016’
How Business Travelers Can Maximize Hotel Loyalty Programs
Get the most out of hotel loyalty programs with these tips.
Looking for reliable information about the Wuhan virus just became easier as Google and WHO jointly activate SOS alert, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
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Buy the JPY, sell the AUD? – Rabobank
"At the bottom of the G10 league since January 21 are the NOK, the AUD and the NZD," note Rabobank analysts. Key quotes "These three currencies have b
All Nippon Airways and Singapore Airlines deepen partnership with joint venture agreement
Strategic partnership aimed at providing customers with enhanced flight connectivity and access to a wider network.
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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DOMO Chemicals completes acquisition of Solvay’s European polyamides business
DOMO Chemicals (Ghent, Belgium; www.domochemicals.com) has completed its acquisition of Solvay’s Performance Polyamides Business in Europe. This Business i
Grandson of state's only Holocaust survivor shares story
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. — It’s been 75 years since the liberation of Auschwitz, the largest concentration camp established by Nazi Germany during the Holocaust. Historians estimate 1.1 million people were killed in Auschwitz under Nazi rule during World War II. Gilbert Metz was one of the survivors. Now, his grandson Joseph Metz of Ocean Springs …
Vedanta profit rises 49% to ₹2,348 crore
Revenue, however, drops 10% to to ₹21,126 crore
Sides in bitter forest dispute back at table
Times ColonistWith the longest strike in coastal forest history now into its eighth month, the two sides in the bitter dispute are heading back to the bargaining table.Western Forest Products and . . .
Banking services hit as employees strike work in Prakasam
20% hike in pay, five-day working week top their demand list
Core sector grows at 1.3% in Dec. 2019
The growth was, however, lower than the 2.1% recorded in December 2018.
A full price breakdown for ESPN's streaming service, ESPN+ — here's everything you need to know, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Here's a full breakdown of how much the ESPN+ streaming service costs along with pricing packages and promotions.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Royal Enfield to stop 500cc single-cylinder bikes
However, the motorcycles will be available outside India
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.
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 …
Meek Mill Sounds Off About “Young Black Kids In Slave Contracts In The Music Business”
He’s hoping to set a better example with his Dream Chasers and Roc Nation partnership.
If you don’t want to work under anyone, don’t call me to borrow money – Helen Paul
Comedienne, Helen Paul, has stated that if a person is not ready to work under anyone, he/she should not bother to borrow money from her. According to her, she also works under people, who work under
Southwest flew millions of passengers on planes that were missing maintenance records, according to a new report
More than 17 million passengers flew on planes that were missing required documentation over roughly two years, the report claims.
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.
American optimism toward economy surges to 9-month high as job market hums
American households were more optimistic about the economy this month as a historically strong labour market helped offset a wave of potential concerns, including the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump and developments abroad.
Auto industry slowdown temporary: Economic Survey
The survey said that the “temporary auto slowdown may be attributable to certain other reasons such as lack of credit, base effect (as in last few years auto sector has grown rapidly), and structural changes like adoption of newer fuel standards from BS-IV to BS-VI from April 20 etc.”
Ibrahimovic and Eriksen transfers highlight Italy's market
Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s return to AC Milan and Christian Eriksen’s move to Inter Milan were the most high-profile signings in Italy during the transfer window.
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.
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
UN Urges Int'l Community to Rebuild Sudan Economy
A top UN official has warned that the international community would "pay a terrible price" if it fails to help rebuild Sudan's dilapidated economy as the African country transitions to civilian rule. "The story of Sudan in year 2020 is not the story
Revival in sight: Economic Survey pegs FY21 GDP growth at 6-6.5%
Fiscal targets may have to be relaxed for the current year
Delta just suspended China flights for longer than any other airline, a red flag as the unprecedented coronavirus wreaks havoc on the airline industry
Delta Air Lines said on Friday that it was suspending all its flights to China, becoming the first US airline to suspend all its routes to the country.
Survey trusts free markets to create wealth
CEA Krishnamurthy Subramanian suggests many micro solutions for macro problems
Blibli.com Debuts Cashierless Store; Nordstrom Pilots Resale Concept
News: eCommerce merchants are tapping into the world of brick-and-mortar retail by opening cashless and cashierless stores.
Top seven romantic getaways in Ireland on Valentine's Weekend
LOOKING for the perfect romantic getaway for you and your loved one on Valentine's weekend? Well, look no further. Here are the top seven destinations in Ireland for you to celebrate the special...
Economic Survey 2019-20 sources data from Wikipedia, other private entities
The Economic Survey 2019-20 has sourced certain data from Wikipedia, which is not considered as reliable source of information.Besides Wikipedia, the Survey has also relied on data from other private
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.
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.
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
The outbreaks of both the Wuhan coronavirus and SARS likely started in Chinese wet markets. Photos show what the markets look like.
The Wuhan coronavirus outbreak likely started in a Chinese wet market, where livestock and poultry are sold alongside animals like dogs and civets.
Building Micromobility At A Global Scale
Entering the competitive and complex electric scooter and bike market in Washington, D.C. is newcomer Helbiz, based in the U.S. but better known in Europe.
Trump failed to slash healthcare benefits for the poor when his Obamacare repeal effort collapsed — so now he's trying to do it on his own, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Congress rejected the idea during the Trump administration's effort to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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.
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.
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
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
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
Economic Survey sources data from Wikipedia, other private entities
The Survey is also marked by quotes from Shrimad Bhagavad Gita, Rig Veda, Adam Smith's 'An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations', Kautilya's Arthashastra, and Tamil saint and philosopher Thiruvalluvar's treatise The Thirukural.
The man who sat beside Billie Eilish at the Grammys originally had no idea who she was, but now says he's 'such a fan', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Terry George from Leeds said he originally thought her name was "Billie Irish," and that she was a standup comedian from Ireland.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
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
'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.
TS plans S-Hub with ₹25 cr. seed fund
Incubator to promote start-ups, sanitation and waste water recycling
Delta flight attendants fight back against Boeing and a system they claim fed them 'toxic' air
Delta flight attendants are suing Boeing following an incident where they claim “toxic” air flowed into the cabin during a routine flight, the Chicago Tribune reported.
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.
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
Training institutes for drivers, fleet modernisation are need of the hour, says Bhaskar Rao
Bhaskar Rao, Commissioner of Police, Bengaluru City, has said that each State in the country needs a high-quality driver training institute. Delivering his keynote address at ‘Road Ahead’ for the tran
Your business week: Halo Business Angel Network, SFA Business Connect 2020
Expert insight on hand from conference in Co Wicklow organised by Enterprise Ireland
Rand tumbles to 11-week low as coronavirus, power cuts weigh
The rand fell by nearly 4% over the week.
Economic Survey backs Temasek-like model proposed for divestment
Survey recommends transferring stake of listed govt firms to a corporate entity
Taylor Swift drinks white wine with ice in 'Miss Americana' and fans feel so 'validated' by her choice of beverage
Taylor Swift‘s new documentary “Miss Americana” revealed everything from her mindset after Kanye West interrupted her at the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards to why she decided to speak out in the midterm elections – but it’s her drink choice that made some fans feel even closer to the pop star.
165,000 baby sleepers from 4 different brands were just recalled for risk of infant suffocation — here's the list of recalled products
The US Consumer Product and Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled four brands of infant sleepers due of the risk of babies suffocating in them, according to a new report from NBC New York.
ITC Q3 net profit grows 29% to Rs 4,048 crore
Net sales increased 5.71 per cent during the December quarter this fiscal to Rs 13,220.30 crore, as opposed to Rs 12,506.05 crore in the corresponding period a year ago
The New Way of Investing That’s Making Airbnb Hosts a Fortune
Presented by T1 In the past, there has really only been one mainstream way of making money from the investment in…
India's annual growth slows to 5% as New Delhi vows revival
India needs to create jobs for the 1.2 million new entrants to the labor market every month but unemployment levels have hit a four-decade high.
Economic Survey: Take a cue from China to create 40 million jobs by 2025
Economic Survey: Take a cue from China to create 40 million jobs by 2025 Survey suggests integration of Assembling in India into Make in India
Thalinomics in times of rising prices: Veg, non-veg thalis more affordable, says Eco Survey
Calling it 'Thalinomics', Krishnamurthy V Subramanian compared price of standard veg and non-veg meal plates across the country to say that affordability as a factor of daily wage has improved overtime, indicating improved welfare of the common person.
6 of the best things to buy at Costco, from someone who used to hate it
Much as it pains me to admit, I've become a Costco connoisseur of sorts. I even have a few lesser-known items I almost exclusively purchase at Costco.
20 new officers for Suffolk as council tax rise for police funding approved
Council tax bills in Suffolk are set to rise after an increase in the share of policing funding was approved.
I visited London's Harley Quinn-themed pop-up complete with a roller disco, Urban Decay makeovers, and colorful cocktails, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - After spending almost three hours there, I agreed with cosplayers who called it a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
You can buy a flight from Hong Kong to New York for $201. The catch? You have to stop in Wuhan for 6 hours.
A Chinese airline is offering travellers a rare deal – a flight from Hong Kong to New York for $US200.
Economic Survey 2019-20: GDP data accuracy story
The Economic Survey also added that since 10% increase in new firm creation increases district-level GDP growth by 1.8%.
Pensioner demands R37K refund after builder 'ran away with money'
A Lotus River pensioner is demanding her money back after a builder allegedly “ran away” with her money.
The man who sat beside Billie Eilish at the Grammys originally had no idea who she was, but now says he’s ‘such a fan’
A British man who was seated next to Billie Eilish at the Grammys said he only discovered who she was just a few days before the event, but is now “such a fan.”
30 years later, Economic Survey lays down the ground for Liberalisation 2.0
Embracing capitalism in a new avatar
Is 2020 set to be the year for farmers to act or to take stock?
East Anglian farmers wanting to buy or sell land should
Extreme Volatility Inbound: Why Today Is Critical For the Crypto Market
The crypto market has risen over 40% since the start of 2020, thanks to gains from Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and other altcoins.
Economic slowdown bottomed out, uptick from here onwards: CEA K V Subramanian after Economic Survey
Chief Economic Adviser K V Subramanian on Friday said India's GDP is expected to grow at 6-6.5 per cent next fiscal as the economic slowdown has bottomed out.
Bernie Sanders Brings Energy Into Iowa Race, Iowa Democratic Chair Says
(Bloomberg) -- The increasing likelihood that Bernie Sanders could win Monday’s first-in-the-nation caucus threatens to fundamentally redraw the path to the Democratic presidential nomination and challenge the conventional wisdom that there are only “three tickets out of Iowa.”Iowa often acts more as
Business as usual at PBA Holdings despite criminal case on shareholder
GEORGE TOWN: PBA Holdings Bhd (PHB), which owns Penang water supply company Perbadanan Bekalan Air Pulau Pinang (PBAPP) Sdn Bhd, today said the on-going criminal case involving a PHB shareholder has no effect on the standing and operations of the company.
Luxembourg’s Regulator Warns on False Regulation of Crypto Bull
The Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) warned that a firm claiming to be authorized under the name Crypto Bull is in fact not licensed to carry out business from within its jurisdiction.
The Christian fundamentalists and Israel: Friend or foe?
Jay Shapiro thinks the Israeli leadership should be careful about who is a friend and what are his intentions.
LVMH banked $59 billion in revenue last year — here are 17 of the most iconic brands the French luxury giant owns
LVMH remains the world’s largest luxury goods conglomerate, with revenue reaching $59 billion last year, as reported by Chantal Fernandez at Business of Fashion. Fashion and leather good sales reached $24.5 billion, which is up 17% year-over-year. Across all sectors, the company’s total revenue was up 10% year-over-year.
Privatisation pitch: BPCL’s short-term price rally not a convincing argument
What really matters for long-term wealth creation is true reforms and free market
‘Buying a gun easier than opening a restaurant in Delhi: Chief Economic Advisor’
Analogy given by Chief Economic Advisor for improving the ease of doing business in India
Dunne seeking US injunction against son, court hears
Developer seeking to prevent son accessing €14m from sale of Walford
Does Sensex really mirror the economy?
Change in index constituents also influenced by trading volume, market capitalisation
Q&A: Why AI is going to become more mainstream for business
The CEO of Yellowfin (BI analytics company) explains that although the adoption of analytics is still low amongst businesses, companies like Yellowfin are helping leaders think differently and make transformational value and change through data.
Digital companies, liable to tax under new Finance Act — Osinbajo
Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo says multinational digital companies operating abroad with significant economic presence in Nigeria will be sub
The real estate industry hopes for favorable financial decisions in budget 2020
Ashish Sarin, CEO, AlphaCorp Considering the role of the sector in economy, there is intense speculation and simultaneous optimism that the government would announce some growth measures for the segment.
Economic Survey: India now global leader in monthly data consumption
For the quarter ending June 2019, the price of data was 7.7 per GB as compared to 200 per GB in June 2016. The Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) for GSM-based mobile services has also gone down substantially from 126 in June 2016 to 74.30 in June 2019, said the survey.
Sean Dunne initiates New York injunction proceedings against son
Dunne seeking to restrain son John Dunne from using funds held Cypriot firm
Demi Lovato reveals how she came out to her parents and says her dad knew after listening to her song 'Cool for the Summer', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The 27-year-old singer chatted about her "emotional" and "beautiful" experience coming out to her parents while on SiriusXM's "Radio Andy.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
HCL top employer across Europe, South Africa
HCL Technologies said it has been named Top Employer 2020 in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, France and South Africa.As well as achieving status as a Top Employer in mult
Abdul Jalil succeeds Hamzah Bakar as Sapura Energy's chairman
KUALA LUMPUR: Sapura Energy Bhd has appointed Abdul Jalil Abdul Rasheed as its non-independent non-executive chairman, succeeding Datuk Hamzah Bakar, effective February 1.
Burger King says it never promised Impossible Whoppers were vegan
Burger King said plaintiff Phillip Williams should have asked how Impossible Whoppers were cooked before ordering one
Coronavirus: SEAMATA urges traders to avoid business trips to China
southeast Amalgamated Market Traders Association, SEAMATA, has urged traders to shelve all business trips to China
Wealth creation to Thalinomics: All you must know about Economic Survey '20
The overarching theme of the Economic Survey 2019-20 is creation of wealth over time and the implementation of policies that act as enablers in creation of this wealth
African Economic Outlook indicates steady growth through 2021
AfDB's 2020 African Economic Outlook shows that growth remained stable in 2019 at 3.4% and is on course to pick up to 3.9% in 2020, and 4.1% in 2021.
SBI posts highest-ever quarterly profit of Rs 5,583 crore in Q3
SBI Q3 results: The bank's gross non-performing assets (NPAs) ratio declined to 6.94 per cent in Q3FY20 versus 8.71 per cent in the same quarter last year
Economic Survey 2019-20 highlights: Back to Adam Smith's Invisible Hand
India's aspiration to become a $5 trillion economy depends critically on strengthening the invisible hand of the market, it said. And this needs to be done with the hand of trust through government intervention by facilitating pro-business policies.
Premarket: World shares struggle for footing after virus-battered week
Oil and copper prices set for worst month since May
Listed companies in Taiwan required to disclose info in English starting July
The move signals Taiwan’s bid to draw foreign investors, which hold a combined 40 percent stake in local equity market
Feeling lucky? Only lottery winners will get to enjoy Suntory's limited edition 55-year-old single malt whisky
The newest bottle in the vaunted lineup of premium Japanese whiskies is more than 55 years old. The nation's oldest distillery will release Yamazaki 55 thi
JUST IN: Downtown Dayton to get a new hotel with rooftop bar
The developer who opened downtown Dayton’s first newly constructed hotel in decades wants to build another one nearby by Day Air Ballpark, where the Dayton Dragons play.
Work at state-owned banks affected as employee unions go on 3-day strike
Private sector lenders like ICICI Bank and HDFC Bank were working as usual.
GDP growth expected to rebound to 6-6.5 per cent in 2020-21: Economic Survey
The Economic Survey 2019-20 tabled in Parliament said there are tentative signs of bottoming out of slowdown in manufacturing activity and global trade, which will have a positive impact on growth in the next fiscal.
Markets cheerful despite slump in GDP growth, Sensex up 7%: Economic Survey
Benchmark indices Nifty50 and S&P BSE Sensex reached record highs during 2019-20 (up to January 16, 2020).
Market Pulse on January 30th
S&P 500 3283,66 +10,26.
Warren Buffett's $4.6 million crypto lunch was eBay's priciest purchase in 2019. It still hasn't happened.
Warren Buffett’s $US4.6 million charity lunch was the biggest purchase on eBay in 2019. The eye-wateringly expensive meal still hasn’t taken place.
Thalinomics and the improved affordability of a plate of food
Move over the Big Mac Index! The Economic Survey 2020 has made a unique attempt to quantify the cost incurred in putting together one complete home-made meal — the healthy Indian thali.A trend of coin
Pakistan halts China flights amid coronavirus outbreak
LONDON: Civil disobedience group Extinction Rebellion staged a protest outside McKinsey & Company’s London office on Friday to demand the consulting firm use its influence over companies and governments to drive far-reaching action on climate change. At least 30 protesters gathered outside the building holding banners emblazoned with slogans such as “Business As Usual = Death”
Push for micro-irrigation says Economic Survey
The Economic Survey say that through government schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) which was launched in 2015 the area under micro-irrigation was increasing.
Strike at Swedish is over, but contract dispute is not
The health care provider says replaced strikers will return to work by Sunday. The union calls it a lockout.
Warren Buffett’s $4.6 million crypto lunch was eBay’s priciest purchase in 2019. It still hasn’t happened.
Warren Buffett’s $4.6 million charity lunch was the biggest purchase on eBay in 2019. The eye-wateringly expensive meal still hasn’t taken place.
More documents needed to open a restaurant than to buy a pistol, says Economic Survey 2019-20
36 approvals are required to open a restaurant in Bengaluru, Delhi requires 26, and Mumbai 22.
Arvind Krishna elected IBM CEO
Indian-origin technology executive Arvind Krishna has been elected Chief Executive Officer of American IT giant IBM after a "world-class succession process", succeeding Virginia Rometty, who described him as the “right CEO for the next era at IBM” and “well-positioned" to lead the company into the cloud and cognitive era.
Abidali Neemuchwala resigns as Wipro CEO, to hold position till successor is found
The company has not specified any time frame to find the successor.
Drug Price Control Order led medicines to become costlier: Economic Survey
Survey urges government to opt for bulk procurement to provide affordable drugs
Asia shares fight for footing after turbulent week
Asian share markets battled to regain their footing on Friday as investors clutched at hopes China could contain the coronavirus, even as headlines spoke of ever more cases and mounting deaths.
Economic Survey 2020: The thali, India's own Big Mac Index
What Subramanian has done is somewhat similar to the Big Mac index, but at a national level. He has mapped out what a regular thali costs at a regional level and at the state level from 2007/08 to 2019/20
India's GDP growth neither over- nor underestimated, says Economic Survey
Recently, Arvind Subramanian, the Narendra Modi government's former chief economic adviser, had said India's economic growth rate has been overestimated by around 2.5 percentage points between 2011-12 and 2016-17 due to a change in methodology for calculating GDP.
Airbnb and The Bahamas sign a MoU to promote tourism to the country and launch global Sabbatical campaign
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Government of The Bahamas and Airbnb signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) establishing a framework of mutual collaboration and cooperation on areas of common interest, including marketing promotion and good faith engagement. Airbnb spotlighted a suite of projects designed to help drive tourism to the country, commencing with today's announcement of The Bahamas Sabbatical - a global initiative that offers five participants a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live like an islander while joining Bahamians in welcoming travelers back
It's That Time Of Year: No, The NFL Can't Stop Every Business From Using 'Super Bowl' In Every Instance
It's an annual tradition here at Techdirt, something like our deranged version of Christmas. Whenever the start of February rolls...
3 armed robbers sentenced to death by hanging for the 2016 Osun Bank robbery
Three armed robbers who were involved in the Osun state bank robbery which claimed many lives in 2016, have been sentenced to death by hanging. Osun state High court in Ikirun sentenced three men, Nuhu Jimoh,
Budget 2020: How can FM Nirmala Sitharaman put India back on growth trajectory towards a $5 trillion economy
Union Budget 2020:
Hanoians take action against Wuhan pneumonia - VnExpress International
Families across Hanoi are sending their children to the countryside, disinfecting their homes, and cancelling holidays to counter the coronavirus threat.
Economic Survey 2020 draws heavy references from Kautilya's Arthashashtra
Economic Survey 2020: The document also defends Kautilya and says that he is often misrepresented because of impartial reading of Arthshashtra
Economic Survey: Time to scrap Essential Commodities Act?
‘Government intervention in agriculture market doing more harm than good’
Gwyneth Paltrow’s wellness products condemned by NHS chief
Simon Stevens says people are wasting money and taking risks because of misleading claims
Coronavirus: Spurt in fertiliser import costs seen due to plant closure
Exporters not to worried for now, say concerns may kick in only if virus spread isn't controlled; leather sector stand to gain.
Economic Survey suggests cutting subsidy to increase fiscal legroom
Cutting the food subsidy can help provide more fiscal room, according to the Economic Survey.
Economic Survey Projects India's GDP Growth at 6-6.5 Per Cent for 2020-2021
New Delhi (Sputnik): Amid the widespread slowdown in the Indian economy, the government lowered its national income growth forecast for the current fiscal year from April 2019-March 2020 to 5 per cent against the earlier projections of 7 per cent.
How analytics can help expand market share and generate revenue
Fintech players have captured the marketplace with efficient customer experience and proven that mass-market growth is achievable, without branches and with mobile-based applications. What sets new financial entrants apart is that they are adaptable and can provide customers with financial advice in a way that suits them.
Azmin to lead working visit to Japan to explore new economic cooperation
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Economic Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali will lead the Malaysian delegation of senior officials from his ministry for a six-day working visit to Japan from February 1-6. In a statement today, the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MEA) said the delegation will...
Economic Survey 2020 projects GDP growth at 6-6.5% in FY21
The Economic Survey 2020, prepared by Chief Economic Advisor Dr Krishnamurthy Subramanian, was tabled by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament Friday.
Economic Survey 2020: Theme, Colour, Significance | All You Need to Know
"As PM Narendra Modi said wealth can't be distributed unless it's created," said the CEA explaining why wealth creation has been chosen as the theme of this year's economic survey
Monetary Authority Of Singapore: What It Will Take To Win Digital Banking Licenses
The Merchants Guide To Navigating Global Payments Regulations examines how financial and data regulations are changing across different markets like Singapore.
VN-Index plummets further amidst coronavirus crisis - VnExpress International
The benchmark VN-Index plunged 22.96 points, or 2.39 percent, to 936.62 Friday to reach its lowest level since February 11 last year.
China's factory activity falls in January as virus fears grow
Official figures released Friday showed that the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for manufacturing, an early gauge of factory activity, came in at 50.0, down slightly from 50.2 in the month before. A reading above 50 indicates the sector is expanding while below 50 shows a contraction.
What these eight business leaders learned from their biggest failures
Issy Sharp, Jim Treliving and more on how flaming out made them better
Uptick in retail prices in FY20 mainly on veggies, pulses: Economic Survey
The Survey has recommended measures to safeguard farmers through procurement under Price Stabilization Fund to help regulate the price volatility of important agri-horticultural commodities and also added that MSP needs to be made more effective. For the current financial year so far, food and beverages emerged as the main contributor to retail inflation.
RCMP pipeline checkpoint called arbitrary, discriminatory
VANCOUVER — The Wet’suwet’en hereditary clan chiefs and their supporters want a public investigation into the way the RCMP are controlling access along a rural road in northern B.C. The RCMP have. . .
Economic Survey 2020: Why CEA Refers to Band Baaja Baaraat Movie
"Even our South Indian audience can relate to this. The same situation was there in Tamil movie Aaha Kalyanam," the CEA said
GBP/USD looks supported by the 1.2929/08 band – Commerzbank
In opinion of Karen Jones, Team Head FICC Technical Analysis Research at Commerzbank, Cable looks supported by the 1.2929/08 region. Key Quotes “GBP/U
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
Business Insider - Tron chief Justin Sun bought the charity meal with Berkshire Hathaway's boss but bailed at the last minute, sparking conspiracies.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Funding National Infra Pipeline would be a 'challenge': Economic Survey 2019-20
To achieve GDP of USD 5 trillion by 2024 – 2025, India needs to spend about USD 1.4 trillion (Rs.100 lakh crore) over these years on infrastructure so that lack of infrastructure does not become a constraint to the growth of Indian economy, the survey said.
Govt plans to sell 15% take in HAL via offer for sale
The government is planning to sell 15 per cent stake in Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) through an offer for sale, which could fetch about Rs 4,000 crore to the exchequer.
Public Mutual declares distributions of more than RM64m for five funds
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 31 — Public Mutual, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Public Bank, today declared distributions amounting to more than RM64 million for five funds for the financial year ended January 31, 2020. The gross distributions include 5.0 sen per unit for Public Money Market Fund, 4.25 sen...
Ginni Rometty to Retire after 40 Years at IBM
With IBM CEO and President Ginni Rometty retiring, Big Blue looks set to have an influx of Red Hat blood, as Jim Whitehurst takes over as...
Raising funds for infrastructure will be "challenge": Economic Survey
States that well prepared projects might attract investors
'MDC 2020 Agenda will not lift sanction' - more significantly, will not end rigged elections
There is a mountain of evidence proving that the root causes of Zimbabwe's economic meltdown are 40 years of gross mismanagement and rampant corruption. The rea...
CELLINK resolves directed share issue of SEK 377 million
The Board of Directors of CELLINK AB (publ) has, based on the authorization given by the Company’s Annual General Meeting that was held on 18 December 2019, resolved on a directed share issue of 3,890,000 new shares of series B (corresponding to approximately 10 per cent of the total number of outstanding shares in the Company) at a subscription price of SEK 97 per share (the “Share Issue”), which means that the Company receives SEK 377,330,000 before transaction costs.
Economist who counted $40 billion cost from SARS predicts far bigger hit from new coronavirus
The global cost of the coronavirus could be three or four times that of the 2003 SARS outbreak, which sapped the world's economy by $40 billion, according
Bank employees across India participate in two-day nationwide strike
The employees have joined the strike as the early wage revision settlement has been due since November 1, 2017
Asian investors eye low-cost housing - VietNamNet
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.
Uber Officially Bans Drivers From Carrying Firearms, But Company's Business Model Prevents Enforcement
Iwastheone shares a report from The Atlantic, written by Sidney Fussell: Uber has banned guns in cars, for both drivers and passengers, since 2015. But over email and Facebook Messenger, four current and four former drivers told me they carry firearms on the job. In explaining why, they each cited ...
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...
Business Development Ministry is uselessly needless – Mahama
Former President of Ghana, John Dramni Mahama says it’s needless to have set up the Business Development Ministry. Akufo-Addo in his tenure has set up the Business Development Ministry to promote the private sector in Ghana. But speaking to a section of the media in a Facebook Livestream event, the former President noted that it was needless setting up that Ministry. “I don’t think that you need a Business Development Ministry to promote Private Sector Growth. We had the Ministry of Trade that was handling aspects of it, Finance was handling aspects of it and all that and I think that that is sufficient.” The flagbearer of the NDC indicated that he hasn’t seen anything that the Business Development Ministry since it was set up has done to boost the private sector.
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
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.
IBM chief Ginni Rometty to step down
Cloud business boss Arvind Krishna to succeed.
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
Mayor Pete’s South Bend Awarded No Major Contracts to Black-Owned Firms for Three Years
DES MOINES, Iowa—Of the many pledges that Pete Buttigieg has made in his as-yet unfruitful quest to earn the support of black voters, his guarantee that a quarter out of every federal contracting dollar will be awarded to minority- and women-owned businesses is one of his most ambitious. “Look at what
GAN expects earnings to beat market expectations
Gambling software company anticipates earnings of between £7m and £8m
Mater Private report reveals need to boost wellbeing in workplace
Promoting good diet and exercise habits in the workplace can go a long way to boosting well-being among Irish adults, according to a new report conducted by Mater Private.