Economy 1003
Mersey Gateway fines hit record low thanks to new online tool
More drivers are paying the controversial £2 toll on time thanks to Merseyflow's new app
Appreciate Group (LON:APP) Earns Buy Rating from Liberum Capital
Liberum Capital reaffirmed their buy rating on shares of Appreciate Group (LON:APP) in a research note published on Tuesday morning, ThisIsMoney.Co.Uk reports. LON:APP opened at GBX 63.50 ($0.84) on Tuesday. The stock’s 50-day moving average is GBX 59.79. The company has a market cap of $118.33 million and a P/E ratio of 12.96. The company […]
Mumps warning after 5,042 cases - highest number in a decade
In 1998, doctor Andrew Wakefield led a study that linked the MMR vaccine to autism. His work was subsequently discredited and he was struck off
ASOS PLC/ADR (OTCMKTS:ASOMY) Lifted to “Buy” at Berenberg Bank
Berenberg Bank upgraded shares of ASOS PLC/ADR (OTCMKTS:ASOMY) from a hold rating to a buy rating in a research report released on Monday, The Fly reports. A number of other research firms also recently issued reports on ASOMY. ValuEngine downgraded shares of ASOS PLC/ADR from a buy rating to a hold rating in a report […]
Odisha govt announces DA hike for employees
CM Naveen Patnaik today announced a hike of 5% DA for government employees.The decision will benefit around 3.5 lakh state government employees
Royal Bank of Scotland is changing its name to NatWest
The bank's chief executive announced the decision to rebrand while reporting a surge in profits.
Sentiment Stays Afloat
The percentage of respondents reporting as bullish has risen to 41.33% from 33.87% last week.Bearish sentiment fell 8.82 percentage points to 26.4%.Neutral sentiment also ticked higher this week, risi
Rational (FRA:RAA) PT Set at €670.00 by Bankhaus Lampe
Bankhaus Lampe set a €670.00 ($779.07) price objective on Rational (FRA:RAA) in a research report report published on Monday, Borsen Zeitung reports. The firm currently has a neutral rating on the stock. A number of other analysts have also recently commented on RAA. Hauck & Aufhaeuser set a €625.00 ($726.74) price target on shares of […]
Cleanliness of wet markets only at 40pc, says minister
PASIR PUTEH, Feb 14 — The cleanliness level of most wet markets in Malaysia hovers around 40 per cent, said Housing and Local Government Minister Zuraida Kamaruddin. In view of this, she called on traders and customers to change their attitude and habits, especially...
Cashed up super funds hunt for buying opportunities
Unisuper and Hostplus say they are sitting on elevated piles of cash and any major sell-off in equity markets sparked by the coronavirus will come as a buying opportunity.
Netizens cringe as KFC teams up with Crocs to come up with fried chicken footwear
The limited-edition shoes come with an attachable fried chicken charm, which reportedly looks and smells like the iconic fried chicken.
Huawei Y7p Now Available In Malaysia; Priced At RM699
Since the last Y9s from last year, Huawei has a new Y series phone, the Y7p, in the market now. And it also comes at a lower price point than the former.
IndusInd Bank hits over 3-year low; tumbles 11% in six sessions
The private sector lender's stock was trading at its lowest level since January 10, 2017
Renault slashes dividend as Nissan income falls 84%
Carmaker, which owns 43% of Nissan, saw full-year profit miss estimates after sales fall
Burberry Group (LON:BRBY) PT Lowered to GBX 2,600 at Credit Suisse Group
Burberry Group (LON:BRBY) had its target price reduced by Credit Suisse Group from GBX 2,650 ($34.86) to GBX 2,600 ($34.20) in a report issued on Monday morning, Stock Target Advisor reports. They currently have an outperform rating on the stock. A number of other equities research analysts also recently weighed in on the stock. Deutsche […]
Insecurity: Report says 3,188 Nigerians were unjustly killed in 2019
A report by the Global Rights, an international non-governmental organisation championing human rights capacity building, indicates that about 3,188 Nigerians were reportedly atrociously killed in 2019.
China Covid-19 death toll nears 1,500; over 64,000 infections
BEIJING: The death toll from China’s Covid-19 coronavirus epidemic rose to 1,483 on Friday, but the number of new infections in hard-hit Hubei province fell after a change in case definitions caused a massive increase the previous day.
Copper: Car sales to hit the red metal – ANZ
A move below $5,700/t was near before base metals were able to recover. There are still troubles on the horizon for the red metal as auto sales in Chi
Ming-Chi Kuo casts doubt on 2×2 MIMO uplink support for 5G iPhone 12
Apple’s iPhone 12 may not support 2×2 uplink as initially expected, according to the latest report from Ming-Chi Kuo. TF Securities’ analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said in June 2019 that the 5G iPhone rollout would benefit WIN SEMI and Broadcom significantly, with the devices featuring six power amplifiers for 5G networking. However, Kuo has now scaled […]
Reports: Glazers set final asking price for Manchester United ahead of potential sale
The Glazer family, the owners of Premier League giants Manchester United, have reportedly made it clear that they will only sell the club if they receive over £2billion, and only want to part ways with a 20-per-cent stake.
HKTDC Helps SMEs Amid Unprecedented Challenges
HKTDC Chairman Dr Peter K N Lam said Hong Kong has experienced unprecedented challenges over the past year, affecting the local political, economic and social landscape, as well as people's livelihood. Given that Hong Kong's economic outlook is already subdued because of the ongoing Sino-United States trade dispute, the weak global economy and the local social unrest over the past months, the impact of the current coronavirus outbreak could be higher than that of SARS (Severe acute respiratory syndrome) in 2003, further weakening demand in retail and catering and affecting the job market in the first half of this year.
Wirecard quarterly profit strength meets expectations
BERLIN (Reuters) - Payments company Wirecard reported strong quarterly results in line with analyst expectations on Friday and reiterated guidance for core profit growth of 34% this year.
Vietnam Airlines loses up to $10.8 million a week to Covid-19 - VnExpress International
Vietnam Airlines has lost VND200-250 billion ($8.6-10.8 million) per week following flight suspension to China, the national carrier said in a statement.
NVIDIA Financial Results Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2020 - Positive Forecasts Despite Coronavirus
NVIDIA today reported revenue for the fourth quarter ended Jan. 26, 2020, of $3.11 billion, up 41 percent from $2.21 billion a year earlier, and up 3 percent from $3.01 billion in the previous quarter...
MeerKAT telescope gets R800m for 20 new dishes
The investment in the MeerKAT extension is split roughly into two equal contributions of R400 million by SA and Germany.
Last month was hottest January on record: US climate service
Last month was the hottest January on record, surpassing a previous high recorded in 2016, the US climate service said Thursday.
Judge grants Amazon motion for pause in Microsoft's Pentagon contract work
A US judge on Thursday granted Amazon.com Inc's request to temporarily halt the US Department of Defense and Microsoft Corp from moving forward on an up-to-$10 billion cloud computing deal that Amazon says reflected undue influence by President Donald Trump.
India's 2020-21 pulses import may fall by 50% if government doesn't extend import quotas, says IPGA
As Indian government struggles to support the domestic pulses farmers who are getting non-remunerative prices due to the second consecutive year of bumper production, trade body Indian Pulses and Grains Association (IPGA) has claimed that large scale smuggling of pulses from neighbouring countries is hurting the interests of domestic farmers and traders.
SMART Modular Launches 32GB Low-profile DDR4-3200 Mini-DIMMs for Industrial Applications
SMART Modular Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of SMART Global Holdings, Inc., and a leader in specialty memory, storage and hybrid solutions including memory modules, Flash memory cards and other sol...
Ather 450X subscription vs full-price purchase: What’s the difference?
We explain the difference between subscribing to the Ather 450X versus buying it at full price. Ever since the prices of the new Ather 450X were announced, there’s been considerable confusion and debate about the optional subscription plans. Some of the comments we received questioned the feasibility of these subscription plans (Plus and Pro), while some were curious about the benefits of the same. The company also offered the option of buying its new e-scooter without the subscription plans at an outright price of Rs 1.49 lakh and Rs 1.59 lakh for the Plus or Pro configuration, respectively. This has generated quite a bit of confusion and Ather has tried to clear doubts.But before we begin, if you're wondering why the Ather 450X suddenly seems far more expensive than the old 450 that cost Rs 1.13 lakh (ex-showroom), it is because it is. The company says it was losing a lot of money on every scooter sold at that price and they simply couldn't keep it going at that rate. Even at these new prices, Ather says it…
Oil: Energy sector up – ANZ
Crude oil was able to shift pressure and the market looks like convenient with the latest news about coronavirus. WTI trades at $51.75, ANZ Research r
Kinross-shire GP fears for future of health service due to over-development and practice closures
A Kinross-shire doctor has said he fears for the future of health care in the area due to over-development in the region and a lack of facilities and staff.
Revenue seizes €280k in cash from freight trailer in Rosslare
With the help of detector dog Flynn, Revenue officers seized the cash on Wednesday.
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group adds name to business rates letter
More than 50 retailers wrote to the Chancellor this week demanding changes to transitional relief.
Hong Kong actor Louis Koo to the rescue with 20,000 face masks for entertainment industry veterans
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Hong Kong actor Louis Koo jumped in to help veteran actors and actresses facing difficulties to get face masks in light of the Covid-19 outbreak. Through the Entertainers Association, Koo managed to get 20,000 face masks which will be distributed to the industry seniors....
TV Ratings: 'Young Sheldon,' 'Grey's Anatomy' Top Thursday
Rookie shows 'Indebted' and 'Katy Keene' each slip a little in their second week on the air.
Kinross Gold: Q4 Performance Puts The Company Back On Track
Kinross Gold reports Q4 2019 results.Higher gold price helps and the company delivers significant operating cash flow.Production guidance for the next year is slightly down from 2019 numbers, but Kinr
USD/CAD slides to mid-1.3200s, reverses Thursday’s positive move
The USD/CAD pair extended its steady intraday slide and refreshed daily lows, around mid-1.3200s during the early European session on Friday. The pair
Abertay University defends decision to increase monthly rents amid concern over student poverty
Abertay University has defended its decision to increase student rents amid claims some students are struggling financially.
AFCA Warns Berndale Clients Recovery of Funds is Unlikely
The AFCA has delivered an update to its information page regarding Berndale Capital Securities Pty Ltd, who had its licence cancelled by ASIC.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is on sale now, but you may struggle to find one
Samsung's latest foldable phone is on sale now, but if you haven't pre-ordered you may struggle to find one.
EU Judge Raises Prospect of Increasing Multibillion Fine Against Google
Alphabet's appeal against a multibillion-dollar fine for alleged anticompetitive behavior by its Google unit risks backfiring after a European Union court floated the prospect of increasing the fine (Warning: source paywalled; alternative source), rather than scrapping it. The Wall Street Journal re...
Police shoot alleged thief in the leg after he snatched tourist’s phone in Canggu
The Bali Provincial Police arrested an alleged thief who confessed to targeting mainly foreign tourists from his considerably long list of victims The suspect, identified as 20-year-old university student Mohammad Amin, was arrested in Karangasem...
WOAN licence ‘likely’ to be awarded in 2021
President Cyril Ramaphosa reveals licensing of the government-proposed WOAN is likely to be completed sometime next year.
Reliance Jio, Airtel and Vodafone's yearly prepaid plans will help you save money: Here's how
Despite the price hike in December, the companies have not lessened the benefits and it has only gotten better.
Gold panning in northern Mali may be benefiting extremists
KIDAL, Mali (AP) — A gold rush is underway in an area of northern Mali where al-Qaida-linked fighters are active, raising concerns that profits from artisanal mining could benefit not only the local economy but also Islamic extremists.A coalition of armed Tuareg rebels known as the CMA controls the Kidal region and its leaders oversee the gold-panning activities. Some CMA members are believed to have close ties to the local al-Qaida affiliate known as JNIM. It is considered the most active of the extremist groups in the West African nation where deadly attacks against the military and communities have soared.
The Reserve Bank of India can’t counter food inflation without factoring in extreme weather events
What’s behind the rising price of onions in every alternate year since 2013? Climate change.
Coronavirus outbreak impact: Digitimes Research estimates impacts on major Chinese IT sectors
The coronavirus outbreak is hitting hard the ICT industries and markets in China. provides a preliminary estimation on the impacts on four major sectors: semiconductors, display panels, handsets and notebooks. Many manufacturers in China are slowly returning to work. The pace of recovery reportedly has been faster than expected though production for many remains low. For some in the semiconductor sector, the outbreak so far has had little impact on their orders. IC testing solutions provider ...
Singapore PM says recession possible due to coronavirus outbreak
SINGAPORE — Singapore’s economy could enter recession due to the blow from the coronavirus outbreak, its prime minister said on Friday, adding that the city-state was bracing for a “significant” hit in the coming quarters.
Some Abertay students ‘can’t afford food’ as university defends rent rises
Abertay University has defended its decision to increase student rents amid claims some students are struggling financially.
Why Neeraj Dewan in bullish on consumption, infra and auto
Neeraj Dewan, Director, Quantum Securities, says growth is not happening for the larger part of the market, but four to six months down the line, the economic activity should pick up and one must select stocks based on that.
Basf (ETR:BAS) Given a €68.00 Price Target at UBS Group
UBS Group set a €68.00 ($79.07) target price on Basf (ETR:BAS) in a report published on Monday morning, Borsen Zeitung reports. The brokerage currently has a neutral rating on the basic materials company’s stock. BAS has been the topic of a number of other research reports. Credit Suisse Group set a €66.50 ($77.33) price objective […]
copper dealer jailed one year
A copper dealer from Hwange has been slapped with one year jail term for illegal possession of 682,5kgs of copper worth $11 602, 50.Same Gundidza (23) of Railwa...
Analyzing Piper Sandler Companies (PIPR) & Its Competitors
Piper Sandler Companies (NYSE: PIPR) is one of 36 publicly-traded companies in the “Security brokers & dealers” industry, but how does it contrast to its competitors? We will compare Piper Sandler Companies to similar companies based on the strength of its dividends, institutional ownership, analyst recommendations, profitability, earnings, valuation and risk. Profitability This table compares […]
In like Flynn: Detector dog helps Revenue seize €280k thought to be proceeds of crime
Revenue officers have seized €280,000 in cash at Rosslare Port.
Virus could mean $5 bn in airline losses: UN agency
The new coronavirus outbreak could mean a $4-5 billion drop in worldwide airline revenue, the International Civil Aviation Organization said on Thursday.
TSX inches higher
Canada's main stock index resumed its upward trend in late morning trading despite decreases in the key energy and materials sectors.
"Oversold" Pound Sterling finds Buying Interest
It was a sea of green for the British Pound on the global currency performance board at the start of the new week as it rallied against the majority of its peers and confirmed that while there is much anxiety over looming trade negotiations
EUR/USD: Extending losses
US consumer data will be the main focus today following disappointing German economy data, Yohay Elam from FXStreet reports. The EUR/USD pair is tradi
Exclusive: Scope Markets Joins Your Bourse’s Liquidity Network
Online trading provider Scope Market announced on Friday the joining to the network of Your Bourse Liquidity Hub partners.
Universities say Chinese students could quit Australia
SYDNEY, Feb 14 — Top Australian universities warned today Chinese students may walk away from courses Down Under after Canberra extended a coronavirus travel ban, in a major blow to the multi-billion-dollar sector. Nearly 70,000 Chinese visa holders are due to start their semesters soon at eight...
GBP/USD faces a probable move to 1.3160 – UOB
In light of the recent price action, Cable could now move to the 1.3160 region, in opinion pf FX Strategists at UOB Group. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “A
Daesh Financier Raising Almost $4Mln for Terrorists Detained Near Moscow - Security Service
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - A financier of the Daesh terror group*, who has raised over 25 million rubles ($3.94 million) for the needs of terrorists, has been detained in the Moscow region, the Russian Federal Security Service said on Friday.
EUR/USD: Love is in the bearish air
EUR/USD has been extending its losses, trading at the lowest since April 2017. Yohay Elam, an analyst at FXStreet analyzes the technical perspective o
Compass Group (LON:CPG) Price Target Raised to GBX 1,800
Compass Group (LON:CPG) had its price objective lifted by Goldman Sachs Group from GBX 1,700 ($22.36) to GBX 1,800 ($23.68) in a research report released on Monday, Stock Target Advisor reports. They currently have a sell rating on the stock. A number of other research firms also recently weighed in on CPG. UBS Group reaffirmed […]
Zambia banks reap record profits from government debt
Stanbic posted a profit before tax and costs of 1.72bn kwacha last year.
DMart OFS: Non-retail quota subscribed 3.4 times
Radhakishan Damani and other promoters of Avenue Supermarts would be selling 2.28 per cent stake or 1.5 crore shares of the company in a Rs 3,500-crore deal.
In like Flynn: Detector dog helps Revenue seize €280k thought to be proceeds of crime
Revenue officers have seized €280,000 in cash at Rosslare Port.
Shore Capital Reaffirms Buy Rating for Frontier Developments (LON:FDEV)
Shore Capital restated their buy rating on shares of Frontier Developments (LON:FDEV) in a research note published on Tuesday, Digital Look reports. Other analysts also recently issued research reports about the stock. Citigroup reissued a buy rating on shares of Frontier Developments in a report on Tuesday. Berenberg Bank reissued a buy rating and set […]
Hawaiian, Gaelic, Yiddish: so you want to learn an endangered language on Duolingo?
Languages do not become endangered peacefully. Duolingo’s efforts to teach such languages have entangled the company in often fraught historical contexts
OPPO Reno 3 Pro with '44MP dual hole-punch camera' to launch in India on March 2
The global variant of the OPPO Reno 3 Pro will be the world's first phone to feature a dual 44MP hole-punch camera.setup.
Bitcoin Mining Stock Surges as Chinese Economy Falters
The economic fallout from the Coronavirus is starting to be felt across the world. China’s economy has been the hardest hit but contrary to wider market
China virus death toll nears 1,500 but new cases fall
The death toll from China's coronavirus epidemic rose to 1,483 on Friday but the number of new infections in hard-hit Hubei province fell after a change in case definitions caused a massive increase the previous day.
Ex-CS Echesa quizzed over Sh40 billion fake military tender -
Former CS allegedly paid Sh11.5m initial ‘consultancy’ fee by Polish company.
NASA spots ‘potentially hazardous’ asteroid rapidly approaching Earth
NASA confirms that an asteroid larger than the tallest man-made structure in the world is currently travelling towards Earth at a speed of almost 34,000 miles per hour. According to International Business Times, NASA's Center for
Jefferies Financial Group Analysts Give Delivery Hero (ETR:DHER) a €75.00 Price Target
Jefferies Financial Group set a €75.00 ($87.21) target price on Delivery Hero (ETR:DHER) in a report released on Tuesday, Borsen Zeitung reports. The firm currently has a buy rating on the stock. Several other research firms have also recently issued reports on DHER. Kepler Capital Markets set a €63.60 ($73.95) target price on Delivery Hero […]
RBS to slash investment bank, rebrand as NatWest
Royal Bank of Scotland’s new chief executive Alison Rose unveiled a new strategy for the taxpayer-backed bank on Friday, including radically cutting back the size of its loss-making investment bank and renaming the company NatWest, Reuters reports. Rose, the first woman to lead one of Britain’s major banks, is hoping a rebrand will help shift…
RBS profit surges, as bank’s new CEO sets climate goal
LONDON, Feb 14 — Royal Bank of Scotland today said its net profit almost doubled last year to £3.1 billion, as new chief executive Alison Rose placed climate at the top of her agenda. Rose said in the earnings statement that she planned also to roughly halve the size of the Edinburgh-based...
Rand firmer after Ramaphosa’s speech
The rand was subdued following the delay caused by the EFF.
EU judge suggests Google fine should be higher
Internet giant has been fined €2.42 billion for favoring its own shopping services over rivals.
Sebi seeks explanation from former CARE Rating chairman, MD for interference in ratings
Markets regulator Sebi has sought explanation from erstwhile managing director and CEO, and chairman of CARE Rating for their interference in the rating process of entities including DHFL, IL&FS and Yes Bank, sources said. In a letter on February
Michael Clifford Podcast: Theo Dorgan on slowly unfolding change
In the aftermath of the 2011 general election poet Theo Dorgan forecast that it was an interim moment in a long, unfolding process of change…” that would take a few elections before a new kind of politics would emerge.
Costly onion, potato push WPI inflation to 3.1% in Jan
Both food, non-food articles inflation are expected to rise further, say experts
US: Retail Sales rose 0.3% in January as expected
Retail Sales in the US increased by 0.3% on a monthly basis in January following December's 0.2% growth, the advanced data published by the US Census
GBP/USD drops to session lows, risks breaking below 1.30 mark post-US retail sales
The GBP/USD pair held on to its weaker tone and dropped to fresh session lows, around the key 1.30 psychological mark in reaction to the latest US mac
IOB to focus on MSME, will increase lending to Rs 50,000 cr: Official
Laying more focus on MSME segment, IOB would increase its lending to the sector from the present Rs 31,000 cr to Rs 50,000 cr in a couple of years from now.
Coronavirus And Credit - A Perfect Storm
This article posits that the spread of the coronavirus coincides with the downturn in the global credit cycle, with potentially catastrophic results.The credit crisis was already likely to be severe,
An inside look at the debate around pandemic bonds, which have $425 million hinging on how deadly the coronavirus ends up being
A group of unique bondholders will either reap massive profits or lose hundreds of millions of dollars as the coronavirus outbreak escalates.
4 ASX shares to get you started in investing
If you're looking to get started in investing, here's why I think BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) and these 3 other ASX shares are a great place to begin.
Proposed EU 2021-2027 budget at 1.074% of EU GNI, or 1.095 trillion euros
Chairman of EU leaders proposed the next EU 2021-2027 budget at 1.074% of the EU's gross national income (GNI), or 1.095 trillion euros, Reuters repor
Xiaomi Developing A Smartphone With Two Displays, Patent Suggests
Xiaomi may be working on a smartphone with two displays, if a new design patent is any indication. The company has submitted a new patent with CNIPA,
January 2020 NPD: Even Goku can’t rescue game spending
The January 2020 NPD report is in, and game sales continue to slump. Consumers are buying fewer consoles and games as they wait out the next-gen transition.
Russia Leads Multinational Stablecoin Initiative
Russia is taking the lead in issuing a multinational stablecoin backed by commodities with the Eurasian Economic Union, or EAEU, and BRICS countries.
Nest-egg nerves: the challenge facing super funds
With consistently good returns under their belt, how well prepared are super funds for a downturn?
Skoda Enyaq: Brand's new EV crossover named
The Czech brand loves its unusual model names, and its vital new EV takes the cake
Russia hints at Belarus joining it in a unified state in exchange for oil deal: Lukashenko
MINSK (Reuters) - Moscow has hinted at giving Minsk a deal on energy prices in exchange for Belarus joining Russia in a unified state, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko said on Friday, the state news agency Belta reported.
Renault reports net losses of 141 million euros in 2019
Renault said its outlook for 2020 was bleak with a fresh fall in operational profitability, a statement said Friday.
U.S. January core retail sales unchanged; December revised down
Sales at clothing stores declined by the most since 2009
RompHim goes out of business
RompHim, the rompers-for-men company that achieved viral success a couple of years back, is going out of business. CNN reports that the initial focus on marketing to straight bros limited their app…
Horizon Oil hired disgraced lobbyist in PNG
The ASX-listed company at the centre of corruption allegations in Papua New Guinea hired a lobbyist who was found guilty of stealing public money.
3 Small-Cap Stocks With Big-Cap Potential
You may wish you had bought Axos Financial, Telaria, and Yext now if they hit their upside potential later.
Sebi constitutes municipal bonds development committee
Markets regulator Sebi on Friday said it has constituted a committee which will suggest on policy matters pertaining to development of municipal debt securities and facilitate municipalities for issuance of such bonds. The regulator has constituted
South Africa's fuel prices to drop (with diesel users to benefit most)...
The AA says “steady declines in international oil prices" have set the stage for fuel price reductions at month end, despite a weakening rand.
TechTarget: Hop On The Priority Engine Express For 75% Gains
TechTarget has significant barriers to entry and lots of operating leverage.Priority Engine Express will accelerate organic revenue growth.75% upside is possible with robust EBITDA growth.
Passenger who was on board Bangkok-Delhi SpiceJet flight suspected of coronavirus tests negative
The passenger, who was on board Bangkok-Delhi SpiceJet flight, was quarantined by the Airport Health Organisation (APHO) after the plane landed at Delhi airport on Thursday.
China's securities regulator to ease refinancing rules to help companies fight coronavirus
China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has announced that it will be easing refinancing conditions to help listed companies fight the coronavir
Banks' loans rise over 7% in two weeks to January 31: RBI report
Non-food credit rose Rs 1.02 trillion to Rs 100.24 trillion
4 of the biggest news pieces from the ASX200 this week
These were 4 of the biggest news items from the ASX 200 (ASX:XJO) this week. Read how this affected these individual companies.
ASIC sends a message about takeover laws
Takeover law is a high-stakes game, and the criminal charges levelled against Jan Cameron show the regulator clearly wants to make a strong point.
Amazon May Have Finally Cracked This Huge Retail Category
The company's decade-long efforts to make inroads in this $700 billion category may be starting to pay off.
HCB Financial: A Modestly Overvalued Bank
HCB Financial is a solid community bank serving an area in southwestern Michigan.A conservative loan portfolio, however, offsets a remarkably low cost deposit base to limit the company's net interest
Exports contract for 6th straight month, drop 1.66 per cent in January; trade deficit widens
Shipments of petroleum products, plastic, carpet, gems and jewellery, and leather products contracted by 7.42 per cent, 10.62 per cent, 5.19 per cent, 6.89 per cent, and 7.57 4 per cent, respectively, in January. Imports also fell for the eighth consecutive months, down 0.75 per cent to USD 41.14 billion in January, widening the trade deficit to a seven-month high of USD 15.17 billion, according to the government data released on Friday.
Bernie Sanders will be good for American economy, top economist says after Goldman Sachs attack
Bernie Sanders’ economic policies would be good for the American economy, according to a new book by a renowned economist.
Bristol Rovers boss Ben Garner remains focused on long-term project despite winless start at the Gas
The Gas boss is not panicking despite going 11 games without a win.
Nvidia shares surge on signs of machine learning boom
Shares of Nvidia Corp rose 6% on Friday after the chipmaker stunned analysts with strong quarterly results and joined rivals Intel Corp and Advanced Micro Devices Inc in predicting strong demand for chips used in the latest generation of data centers and AI.
Total considers stopping fuel oil sales for power: CEO
ABERDEEN, Scotland (Reuters) - France’s Total (TOTF.PA) is considering stopping sales of fuel oil to power markets as the energy giant seeks to reduce its carbon footprint and grow its renewable power business, its chief executive told Reuters.
USD/INR New York Price Forecast: Greenback looking for directions vs. rupee
Following the 2018 bull-run, USD/INR has been consolidating in a rectangle pattern. The spot is trading above the main weekly simple moving averages (SMAs), s
Trump Wants $1.5 Billion for Uranium Mining
The Trump administration is asking Congress for $1.5 billion over 10 years to create a new national stockpile of U.S.-mined uranium, saying that propping up U.S. uranium production in the face of cheaper imports is a matter of energy security.
Number of unemployed persons in Pakistan at present
According to the latest available Labour Force Survey (2017-18), the total unemployed persons in Pakistan are 3.79 million out of the total labour force of 65.5 million, depicting an unemployment rate of 5.79%. Year-wise data on total labour force, total unemployed persons and unemployment rate from the year 1990-91 to the year 2017-18 is given below: Note: The above data was submitted in the National Assembly by the Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Asad Umar on February 14, 2020 in a written reply to a question asked by the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) lawmaker Chaudhry Muhammad Barjees Tahir. Responding to another question asked by Ali Khan Jadoon of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI), Asad Umar told the House that the Chinese Companies have not given any loans to the government of Pakistan; however, the Chinese government has provided the loan for the following projects: Thakot-Havelian Road project (KKH-II) M-5 Motorway Multan-Sukkur Section Optical Fiber (Khunjrab-Rawalpindi)…
Charlotte County teacher arrested on drug charges
Charlotte County teacher was arrested and cited for Possession of a Controlled Substance While Operating a Motor Vehicle.
SNB's Zurbruegg: Risk on Swiss banks from rising property prices is not too high
"Risk on Swiss banks from rising property prices is not too high," Swiss National Bank's Vice-Chairman Fritz Zurbruegg said on Friday. "Affordability
Weekend Reading: 15-16 February 2020
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An inside look at the debate around pandemic bonds, which have $425 million hinging on how deadly the coronavirus ends up being, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The World Bank called the bonds "a momentous step" in curbing disease, while a public health expert deems them "inappropriate and ineffective.". Read more at businessinsider.sg
New Polls in Texas and Nevada Bring More Good News for Bernie Sanders
The Texas poll in particular would have been unthinkable even two months ago
South African Rand Risks Fresh Depreciation Despite SONA's Positives
The British Pound Sterling vs the South African Rand: Latest GBP/ZAR News and Analysis
Asia sees sharp decline in match-fixing, says AFC
"From 2016 we've witnessed a decline in match-fixing across Asia by 21% and with our efforts in tandem with Sportradar, the preventive measures we've introduced have produced positive results," Benoit Pasquier, AFC General Counsel and Director of Legal Affairs, told Reuters by email.
Gordon Murray Design reveals autonomous quadricycle
Gordon Murray Design wants to make autonomous driving an easy pill to swallow with its capsule-shaped Motiv.
Is professional investment advice worth the fees?
Determining the value of professional investment advice is a catch-22. While professional guidance has proven to boost returns over time, the cost of paying for it also eats away at those returns over time.
PR not the same as citizenship, Sarawak minister tells DAP leader
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Local Government and Housing Minister Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian today stressed his Australian permanent residency status is not the same as the Australian citizenship acquired by disqualified state lawmaker Dr Ting Tiong Choon. He said Sarawak DAP chairman Chong Chieng Jen...
US retail sales up a modest 0.3% in January
WASHINGTON — U.S. retail sales rose a modest 0.3% in January, a slight improvement over December, as unseasonably warm weather boosted sales at hardware stores and furniture stores.
The challenges of compliance in an as-a-service world
Software-as-a-service (SaaS) is rapidly replacing applications that were once hosted on-premises. There are compelling reasons for switching to SaaS. Costs are lower, there’s no in-house equipment or software to deal with, and no updates or patches to manage. Organizations are obviously aware of the advantages. Experts at Gartner estimate that SaaS global revenue will exceed $94 billion in 2019, up 18.5 percent over 2018. The outlook for future growth is even more promising, with projections that revenue will soar to $143.7 billion by 2022.
Yandex claims 2 million self-driving car miles, double in 4 months
Yandex's autonomous cars have driven 2 million miles to date, double the figure reported in October and 4 times the number announced in August.
Mining ban has shaved ₹7,000 crore off Goa’s economy, says report
Ban has severely impacted jobs, says CMIE report
Preparations for UK budget continue at pace: PM Johnson's spokesman
LONDON (Reuters) - Preparations for Britain’s next budget continue at pace and the government will have a clear fiscal framework, a spokesman for Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Friday when asked whether the budget would still be unveiled on March 11.
Coronavirus Fears Gifts an Attractive Price for Qualcomm Stock
Although the coronavirus and declining China sales pose problems for QCOM, they could be temporary headwinds.
More people failed to pay property taxes in 2019: City of Regina
“The numbers are a little bit different from last year, a little bit higher.”
Tesla prices its second offering of stock at $767 apiece
Tesla priced its second offering of stock at $767 apiece Friday.
Virus-hit Hong Kong says it with face masks, not flowers
A manager at another store, who gave her name as Joyce, said her shop has had to reduce what they buy as customer interest wilts.
This 6% Yield Is Not Fat, It Is Just A Little Husky
Husky Energy has delivered one of the worst returns among the Canadian large cap energy space.At the core of the issue is the fat capex which prevent meaningful free cash flow generation.We examine th
LogicBio: A Speculative Buy For Their GeneRide Platform Based Gene Therapies
LogicBio Therapeutics develops gene therapies to treat rare genetic diseases in pediatric patients with significant unmet medical needs.Their treatments, based on their proprietary GeneRide platform,
Philips: High Margin Of Safety And A 10% IRR Make This Medical Imaging Play A Buy
Philips has transformed from an industrial conglomerate to a leader in several fields within the medical technology space.The company is a global leader in the oligopolistic medical imaging space.The
Sinn Fein leader hits out at ‘old boys’ club’ of Fianna Fail and Fine Gael
The prospect of a second election is on the horizon.
Renault reports first net losses in decade for 2019
French carmaker Renault said Friday it went into the red last year for the first time in a decade on lower sales and a falling contribution from its Japanese partner Nissan.
Renault plans US$2.2b ‘no taboos’ cost cuts after first loss in a decade
PARIS, Feb 14 — Renault’s first loss in a decade triggered a no-taboos commitment to cut costs by €2 billion (RM9.1 billion) over the next three years from the carmaker today, as it tries to put the Carlos Ghosn affair behind it. As ex-Volkswagen brand manager Luca de Meo prepares to take...
Procurement, Digital Banking See VC Funding Rounds
This week's B2B funding focused on Software-as-a-Service (SaaS), cash flow amid streamlining payments and supply chain visibility, as well as digital banking.
Warning of empty shelves
Sectors from retail to oil and gas are calling on governments to resolve a dispute with anti-pipeline protesters as a rail blockade enters its ninth day, extending railway shutdowns and threatening shortages of groceries, propane, drinking water and other goods.
UN experts: North Korea enhances nukes and illicit trade
CAMEROON, Cameroon — U.N. experts say North Korea has increased imports and exports of banned and restricted goods such as coal and petroleum products as it continues to enhance its illicit nuclear and ballistic missile programs in violation of sanctions. The experts identified new methods that the country is using to evade U.N. sanctions, including …
National Farm Machinery Show recap: Day 2
Thursday was the second day of National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky.
Why fund management companies are surging on the ASX
Investing in fund management companies is back in favour after a year of uncertainty. Now the money managers are in the money.
Enterprise Ireland ranked second globally for VC deal count
State agency backed 200 early-stage companies last year with about 1,500 in its portfolio
VW boss says no to coal, yes to Fridays for Future
‘If Germany does not make progress on the phase-out of coal, we cannot expect others to do so either,’ writes Herbert Diess.
Am I the only one who doesn't want an SUV?
There's room for all body types in 2020, but my heart lies on the road less travelled.
Trump administration postpones full ban on Huawei for another 45 days
Huawei will be able to continue buying from its American suppliers for 45 more days, thanks to the latest license extension by the U.S. Commerce Department.
Pune Police’s invite to citizens for a ‘Chai Date’ on Valentine’s Day has gone viral
Now netizens around the country have started tagging their own city's police forces to ask if similar 'dates' can be organised in their cities.
Mobile banking, FinTech services under threat as critical upgrade costs soar
Digital mobile banking in Zimbabwe has matured beyond the proof-of-concept stage into mainstream adoption where it is servicing millions, driving local transact...
Hero MotoCorp launches BS-VI compliant Splendor+, price starts at Rs 59,600
The company also introduced BS-VI versions of its two scooter models -- Destini 125 and Maestro Edge 125 with price starting at Rs 64,310 and Rs 67,950
Pound-Australian Dollar Exchange Rate Forecast to Remain Supported
The British Pound has advanced 0.60% against the Australian Dollar over the course of the past week in line with the broader push higher by Sterling, that leaves it the top performing major currency for the week ending February 14
USD/JPY Price Analysis: Consolidated in a range, awaits US retail sales for fresh impetus
The USD/JPY pair extended its sideways consolidative price action through the mid-European session on Friday and remained confined in a narrow trading
Andy Farrell Outlines His Admiration For Eddie Jones
Ireland head coach Andy Farrell has discussed his upcoming meeting with England and Eddie Jones and his admiration for the head coach
OKEx Expands Into India’s Crypto Market via Partnership With Local Exchange
Despite the ongoing uncertainty toward crypto regulation in India, major global crypto exchange OKEx has just made another push in the country’s market.
What's Next For U.K. Car Manufacturing After Brexit?
A major plank of the economic argument to remain in the EU was that the U.K.'s highly integrated supply chains with the EU for industries like automotive and aerospace would be catastrophically impact
Bahamian Central Bank to Roll Out Digital Currency in H2 2020
The Bahamas’ Central Bank governor yesterday confirmed that a digital currency will be rolled out by the second half of 2020.
Biggest Family Offices Get Direct Access to Trading Desks
Family offices with assets of at least $1 billion are increasingly bypassing private bankers to deal directly with investment bank trading desks, a Citigroup Inc. executive said.
An inside look at the debate around pandemic bonds, which have $425 million hinging on how deadly the coronavirus ends up being
A group of unique bondholders will either reap massive profits or lose hundreds of millions of dollars as the coronavirus outbreak escalates.
Rimac will help Kia turn the Imagine concept into a high-performance flagship
Kia will turn the Imagine concept it unveiled in 2019 into an electric flagship model due out in 2021. Rimac will help make the model a reality.
Boston Dynamics' Robot Dog Spot Will Soon Start Working on Oil Rigs
Spot, Boston Dynamics' robot dog, is going to begin work on Aker BP's Skarv oil rig. As an attempt to move away from the dangerous roles on oil rigs, the companies are working together to find a safe solution.
Canopy Growth says more cost cuts coming as it reports $124M loss
Canopy Growth Corp. is planning further cost cutting as it works to achieve positive cash flow and profitability, the cannabis producer's new chief executive said Friday as it reported a $124.17-million loss in its third quarter of 2020.
Barnsley co-chairman in talks to buy new club – ‘Moving in right direction’, deal could be done at €8-10m
Already invested in two clubs, Chien Lee is looking to put money in a third after selling Nice to Englishman Jim Ratcliffe back in August 2019. The American entrepreneur is currently the co-chairman of Barnsley FC, who were recently promoted back to the Championship, and has money placed in Swiss club FC Thun. Well, according
Ford Sierra RS500 Cosworth prototype to go under the hammer
A rare example of the classic racing icon is set to change hands at auction this year.
Nintendo Switch Online is failing fans on its retro games
Nintendo Switch Online has doubled its user numbers over the past year, but is it the service players deserve?
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
This is what traders are talking about.
Exports decline by 1.66% year-on-year to $25.97 billion in January
Imports too declined by 0.75 per cent USD 41.14 billion, leaving a trade deficit of USD 15.17 billion during the month under review
Coalition defends ‘ineligible’ sports rorts grants
Coalition MPs have defended the "sports rorts" grants, despite a Senate inquiry hearing that more than 40 per cent of funded projects were ineligible.
Nintendo PlayStation auction bidding led by Oculus VR founder Palmer Luckey
The world’s rarest console is already going for a quarter of a million pounds and the top bidder is the inventor of Oculus Rift.
Covid-19 infections: Ministry receives 250 complaints about face masks
KUCHING, Feb 14 — The Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry has received 250 complaints concerning face masks in the wake of Covid-19 infections. Its Deputy Minister Chong Chieng Jen said the highest number comprised 181 complaints concerning expensive prices, while the other complaints...
India's forex reserves soar to record $473 billion, gold down by $218 mn
Expressed in dollar terms, the foreign currency assets include the effect of appreciation or depreciation of non-US units like the euro, pound and yen held in the foreign exchange reserves.
BPCL standalone profit zooms to ₹1,261 crore in Q3
State-owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) reported a standalone net profit of ₹1,260.63 crore in the October to December of FY20 from ₹495.14 crore a year ago mainly on the back of a margina
The daily business briefing: February 14, 2020
Prosecutors file more charges against Huawei, a judge halts a Microsoft military contract contested by Amazon, and more
Arrest Trillanes
THE Quezon City metropolitan trial court on Friday ordered the arrest of former senator Antonio Trillanes IV and several others for conspiracy to commit sedition in connection with the “Ang Tutoong Narcolist” viral videos, which implicated President Duterte and some of his family members in the illegal drugs trade.
Tax Appeals Commission dismisses bank’s attempt to write off Revenue bill
Unidentified bank facing assessment of €1.4 million
Volkswagen offered 830-mn-euro settlement for German diesel cases
The mass lawsuit is one of the major legal hangovers from VW's 2015 admission to fitting 11 million vehicles worldwide with software to make motors appear less polluting in regulatory tests than in real driving conditions. While diesel buyers in the US have enjoyed generous buyback and compensation schemes, German drivers had so far gone uncompensated for the impact of the scandal, which has since spread to other carmakers.
Metallica And Slipknot Are The Most-Watched Metal Bands On YouTube
This week's YouTube Music Chart is out, and Metallica and Slipknot are unsurprisingly the most-viewed bands in metal.
Thief steals man’s phone, clear out his bank account and takes additional loan
A man has been left totally devastated after his phone was stolen and the thief cleared out his bank account then took a loan with the account. Social media user, Benson, cried out after his father's
EFCC records 48 convictions, N8.5bn recoveries
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) says it has recorded 48 convictions and recovered N8.5 billion in cash and assets within one year
Why the SC rapped Department of Telecommunications desk officer over AGR order
"We will draw up contempt against everyone," said Justice Arun Mishra.
Dark Mode comes to OneNote for Android
Microsoft has been developing Dark Mode for OneNote for Android since September last year, and the improved look has already come to the desktop and iOS. Now WinUnited reports that the feature is also rolling out to regular OneNote for Android users. The feature lets you switch to dark or light mode in settings or …
Hong Kong pledges nearly R50bn as city seeks to contain spread of coronavirus
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam pledged handouts totalling HK$25 billion to the Hospital Authority and businesses grappling with the coronavirus outbreak.
AZ revenues rise, but it says coronavirus could hit 2020
AstraZeneca’s new drugs powered a surge in revenues in 2019, but chief executive Pascal Soriot thinks the Covid-19 outbreak could weight on its 2020 performance.
Renault plans $2.2 billion 'no taboos' cost cuts after first loss in a decade
PARIS (Reuters) - Renault’s (RENA.PA) first loss in a decade triggered a no-taboos commitment to cut costs by 2 billion euros ($2.2 billion) over the next three years from the carmaker on Friday, as it tries to put the Carlos Ghosn affair behind it.
4 data center spending trends you need to know
Data center spending is likely to be feast or famine as enterprises pull back and hyperscale cloud providers build out infrastructure only to hit pause and digest.
Nvidia’s “in pretty good shape on supply” with next-gen GPUs on different nodes
Jen-Hsun Huang warns Nvidia still "won't have ample supply" of GPUs this year despite next-gen chips being on different nodes
IRS suggests game currencies are not taxable; tax experts say don’t believe it
A change to the IRS website suggests that game currencies are not taxable, despite an earlier statement that they are – but tax experts say ...
Gold struggles to move into positive territory, trades around $1,575
The troy ounce of the precious metal rose $8 on Thursday but seems to be having a tough time stretching higher on Friday. As of writing, the XAU/USD p
BIR: Taxpayers should use online tax payment facilities
As the filing of the 2019 income tax returns nears, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) asked yesterday all taxpayers to make use of the online payment system which is more convenient and easy to use.
IRB Infra Q3 PAT down 27% at Rs 160 crore
Total expenses increased to Rs 1,534.36 crore, from Rs 1,446.82 crore earlier.
Bloomberg Misleads on Stop-And-Frisk
Democratic presidential candidate Mike Bloomberg misleadingly stated that he “cut” the police practice of stop-and-frisk -- a policy that he “inherited” -- by “95%” by the time he left office as mayor of New York. There were nearly twice as many stops in his last year as mayor compared with the year before he took office.
Americans to spend a record $27.4B for Valentine's Day, survey says
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Americans are expected to set a record for Valentine's Day spending this year, according to a survey by the National Retail Federation.
WTI climbs to fresh two-week highs above $52
The barrel of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) fell below the $51 handle on Thursday but recovered a large portion of its losses to close the day at $51.
VN-Index dips, ending three-session gaining streak - VnExpress International
Vietnam’s benchmark stock market index slipped 0.08 percent to 937.45 points Friday, ending a three-session gaining streak.
UEFA receives record requests for Euro 2020 tickets
UEFA has received approximately 28.3 million requests for 2.5 million available tickets at the 2020 European Championship, double the amount sought in the...
Only 2,200 professionals in India disclosed annual income above ₹1 crore
I-T Dept shares data on income tax returns for 2018-19 via tweets
The PlayStation 5 could cost as much as $470 as Sony reportedly struggles to keep the cost of parts down
PlayStation insiders said exactly where the company prices the PS5 will depend on where rival Microsoft prices its next-generation Xbox.
Online-only platforms are going offline with permanent spaces
The new brick and mortar.
Euro Buyers see Best Exchange Rate Since mid-December as Pound Sterling Boosted by Expectations for Increased Govt. Spending under Sunak
The British Pound has advanced against the Euro for six months in a row now and the momentum has taken the GBP/EUR exchange rate back up to 1.20
Airbus Orders Surge In January
Airbus has started the year on a strong note, with big orders for Airbus A220 and A320.Deliveries during were naturally weak during the month.Company targets 880 deliveries and has delivered 4% of tha
Turkey ready to join CPEC projects, Erdogan says
--Turkish president calls for 'quickly increasing' Pak-Turk trade to $1bn and gradually raising it to $5bn--PM Imran promises to fully facilitate Turkish business community in joint ventures with
You've Never Heard of the C-Suite Targeting Scam, but It's a Killer
A widespread but far less understood scam cost U.S. businesses more than $1.7 billion in 2019.
Feel The Love With These Valentine's Day Discounts From Your Favourite Brands
Bag some serious savings at retailers like ASOS, H&M, Monki, Figleaves, and Feelunique!
Brazil’s Largest Crypto-Friendly Bank Posts 42% Rise In Q4 2019
The largest standalone investment bank in Latin America, Banco BTG Pactual SA, recorded an impressive 42% net income growth during last year's fourth
Ramaphosa’s speech underscores weak SA credit outlook – Fitch
Fitch says Ramaphosa's speech left important questions unanswered.
Forgot to Book a Valentine's Day Restaurant? Lidl's Got You Covered
Despite January having taken ten billion actual years to finish, somehow February 2020 is going at a ridiculous pace. Which means quite a few people didn't realise until today that it's Valentine's Day, and they are way too late to get a good table at a fancy restaurant.
January Wholesale Price Index stands at 3.1%
The annual rate of inflation based on monthly Wholesale Price Index stood at 3.1% (provisional) for the month of January 2020 (over January 2019) as compared to 2.59% (provisional) for the previous
Blow to Bitcoin Bulls as Price Hits China FUD Level [Again]
Bitcoin was struggling to resume its explosive upside action on Friday as it felt the pressure from a so-called China FUD level. The offbeat
With profitability in mind, Renault plans slew of initiatives in India
The auto maker is also gearing up to bring a mass segment EV in India within the next two years
Coronavirus Will Not Stop The 2020 Geneva Motor Show
As one of the major events on the annual motoring calendar, the upcoming Geneva International Motor Show (G...
Indian banks' loans rise over 7% in two weeks to Jan 31: RBI
Outstanding loans rose ₹98926 crore ($13.86 billion) to ₹101.03 trillion in the fortnight to Jan. 31.Non-food credit rose ₹1.02 trillion to ₹100.24 trillion, while food credit fell ₹3,202 crore to ₹78,899 crore
F&O: Options signal Nifty range in 12,000-12,300 zone
India VIX moved up by 1.83 per cent to 13.61.
Minister Vladislav Goranov: The Bulgarian Currency is Undervalued
The Bulgarian lev is undervalued, Bulgaria's Finance Minister Vladislav Goranov said, referring to econometric models for evaluating the exchange rates used by the IMF. Once again, Goranov has denied fears that the savings of Bulgarian citizens will melt after joining the eurozone and confirmed that the country will enter the eurozone with the same lev-euro exchange rate as it currently has.
Woman reveals she ended her 15-year friendship with 'self-absorbed' bridezilla who threatened to FIRE her as bridesmaid if she didn't buy a designer dress or pay $1,500 for the bachelorette party
An anonymous woman, from the US, who was asked to be bridesmaid by a pal, took to Reddit and told how their 15 year friendship ended due to her 'bridezilla' demands.
Malaysia's modest GDP growth in line with neighbouring countries: Azmin
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia’s modest gross domestic product (GDP) growth of 4.3 per cent last year is considered better than some of its neighbours, said Economic Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Azmin Ali.
Still rising
BEIJING — The death toll from China’s virus epidemic neared 1,400 on Friday, as the United States complained of a “lack of transparency” from Beijing over its handling of a crisis that has fuelled global panic.
Flipkart to offer 'touch and feel' experience in tie-up with kirana stores
In fashion, tie-ups with local tailors had offered huge benefit to e-commerce company in a sharp reduction in the number of returns
Exports dip 1.66% in January
The trade deficit was $15.05 billion in January 2019.Imports too declined by 0.75$ $41.14 billion, leaving a trade deficit of $15.17 billion during the month under review
Royal Bank of Scotland to be renamed after 293 years
The Government-controlled bank will become NatWest Group and agreed to a 5p-a-share special dividend after profits hit £4.2bn last year.
Star fund manager's bet on $4.3 billion worth of Argentine debt is dangerously close to unraveling
Franklin Templeton and its star money manager, Michael Hasenstab, have $4.3 billion worth of Argentine bonds as the country marches towards rest...
4 Things Royal Dutch Shell Investors Need To Know In 2020
Royal Dutch Shell is an above-average, quality high-yield stock with a trustworthy dividend.Royal Dutch Shell offers above-average growth potential courtesy of a smart strategic focus on LNG.The valua
People share what happens if you ask Google Assistant to be your valentine
Google India kicked things off with a social media campaign on Valentine's Day in which it asked the Google Assistant to be its valentine.
NERC: Power sector recorded N1.7trn tariff shortfall in four years
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) says the power sector recorded ₦1.72 trillion tariff-related revenue shortfall from 2015 to 2019. The commission said this in a newly released consultation paper
Bitcoin Tweets Reach 2-Year High as $10K Fuels Google Interest Surge
Twitter users churn out 75,000 posts mentioning Bitcoin in a single day, as price action sees mainstream consumers pay fresh attention.
Another rate cut early March, stimulus package end-February?
KUALA LUMPUR: The expectation of a monetary policy adjustment, on top of a fiscal stimulus package, to boost Malaysia’s economy soon is getting higher.
MOH urges private sector to step up Covid-19 precautionary measures
KUALA LUMPUR: The private sector is encouraged to take precautionary steps amid the ongoing Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak.
Bong Go visits Sulu to give aid to families made homeless by fire
Over 2,227 families comprising of 11,225 individuals lost their homes due to electric overload that razed their houses and properties last February 3. Because of the incident, the families have been temporarily evacuated to the nearby sports complex and tennis court in Jolo.
Not approached by any telco to finance AGR dues, says SBI chairman
The payments to be made by the companies include Rs 53,000 crore by Vodafone Idea, Rs 35,500 crore by Bharti Airtel and Rs 14,000 crore by the now defunct Tata Teleservices
Lion Air offers discounts to rev up business amid virus fears
Indonesia’s largest low-cost carrier is offering significant price cuts for flights to and from three destinations in the country as the aviation business is weighed down by concern over the coronavirus outbreak.
When are US monthly retail sales figures and how could they affect EUR/USD?
Friday's US economic docket highlights the release of monthly retail sales figures, scheduled at 13:30 GMT. Consensus estimates point to modest growth
HUL tops list of ad spenders; Amazon Online India ranks second: Report
Sports platform Dream11 makes it to top 5 in ad expenditure
It Was Over 20°C In Antarctica Last Week
Just days after mainland Antarctica tipped a record temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F), there are fresh reports of yet another record in the region: a positive
OPEC January Production Data
OPEC 14 crude oil production was down 509,000 barrels per day in January.OPEC announced a couple of months ago that Ecuador was leaving the cartel. However, it was still included in January's data.Ira
Larry Ellison Joins Peter Thiel In Trump’s Camp
It will be interesting to see who else—if anyone—from the Silicon Valley elite follows Ellison.
3 Reasons Why DexCom's Q4 Update Delighted Investors
The medical-device maker delivered good news across the board for the quarter.
Taman Desa condo developer confirms slab collapse, says cause under investigation
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The developer of The Address condominium project in Taman Desa, Kuala Lumpur has affirmed a structure in the building gave way during construction earlier today. In a statement on The Address’ official Facebook page, Maxim Holdings management also sought to assure its...
London fashion week opens as coronavirus hits attendance
Event kicks off without many press and buyers from important Chinese market
EUR/JPY challenges 119.00 ahead of US data
The persistent soft tone surrounding thje European currency in combination with the stead pace in the Japanese safe haven are forcing EUR/JPY to trade
The Interview That Should Terrify Owners of Freeport-McMoRan Stock
Freeport-McMoran stock works on paper. But higher cash flow will go to a management team that's already destroyed billions in value.
Royal Bank of Scotland to be renamed after 293 years
The Government-controlled bank will become NatWest Group and agreed to a 5p-a-share special dividend after profits hit £4.2bn last year.
Rupee settles 6 paise lower at 71.37 against US dollar
On a weekly basis, the rupee has gained 3 paise.
Sony is "Struggling" to Keep PS5 Production Costs Down
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How to connect your new turntable to any audio system
How to connect your new turntable to any audio system, from old-school audio gear to Bluetooth- and Wi-Fi-based speakers.
Portfolio Protection: Time Will Come When Silver Shines Brighter
This precious metal has constantly lagged behind gold, but everybody knows perfectly well the time will come when silver shines brighter.An unexpectedly long bullish market should eventually end. Havi
Supreme Court orders Indian telcos to pay US$13b or face action
NEW DELHI, Feb 14 — India’s Supreme Court today ordered top telecom companies to pay US$13 billion (RM53.8 billion) in unpaid spectrum and licensing fees by March 17 or face punishment in a fresh blow to ailing mobile carriers. Shares in Vodafone Idea, which said it would be hardest hit by the...
The secret to finding the best ASX shares – breaking all the rules
Let's look at David Gardner’s six rule breaker traits and see how they apply to the best ASX growth shares like CSL Limited (ASX:CSL).
China reports major drop in new virus cases; 143 new deaths
BEIJING — China reported Saturday a figure of 2,641 new virus cases, a major drop from the higher numbers in recent days since a broader diagnostic method was implemented. The number of new deaths rose slightly to 143, bringing the total fatalities in mainland China to 1,523. The total number of confirmed cases in the …
Some Potential Swaps To Consider (If You Own The Sell Fund)
RVI to OPP, MMT to EHI, CIK to DHY, FLC/PSF to FPF, DSL to DBL, EFR to BSL, BLW to VLT.The buy candidate is not necessarily a buy on its own but it's cheaper and we think better to own here than the s
Sun TV Q3 PBT drops by 8.12% at Rs 498.46 crore; revenue grows marginally
The subscription revenues for the quarter was up by 18 per cent to Rs 411.85 crore from Rs 349.60 crore for the corresponding quarter ended December 31, 2018
Tesla's Giga New York is poised to meet a critical workforce target
It appears that Tesla will be meeting its workforce goals in its Gigafactory New York facility, with the company reportedly only a few hundred workers short of its 1,460 target for April 2020. With this in mind, Tesla seems poised to meet its end of its deal with the state, avoiding a potential $41.2 million […]
Pain At The Pump As Fuel Prices Increase In February Review
Super Petrol and Diesel prices have increased by Ksh2.67 and Ksh2.13 in the February 2020 review, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced.In the review, kerosene price h
Poundland sells 40,000 engagement rings for £1 ahead of Valentine's Day- double last year's figure - but would YOU be brave enough to propose with one?
The discount store offers a range of £1 'Bling Rings' as well as £1 'Man Bands', available across the UK, which are designed to be used as placeholders, but social media users are not impressed.
Reliance Retail fastest growing globally: Deloitte
Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance Retail has topped the list of ‘50 Fastest-growing retailers globally between FY2013-2018’ in the Deloitte’s Global Powers of Retailing 2020 index. The Indian retailer had r
Roku Beats The Street For Q4 Earnings, Makes Wild Prediction For Cord Cutting Movement
Roku has released its earnings report for the last quarter of 2019, and the company did very well exceeding its expectations.
TN budget 2020-21 highlights: State's economy was strong despite global slowdown, says OPS
Tamil Nadu achieved growth of 8.1 per cent in 2018-19, says Deputy Chief Minister O Paneerselvam in his state budget speech.
Remedy holds steady, posting solid growth across the board
Finnish developer moves forward on live-service multiplayer game plans
Bitcoin ‘Lambo Line’ Indicator Suggests Bull Market Inbound
According to findings from ChartStar, the number of 'Lambo' mentions on Reddit turns out to be a very good indicator for predicting strong Bitcoin moves.
MOBE ’six-figure income from home’ swindlers to pay FTC $17m, hand over tropical island real estate
21 steps, thousands of dollars, and the secret to easy cash was revealed.
ESG ETFs Help Investors Avoid Exposure To Some Headline Risks
ETFs that incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles provide investors with a diversified core portfolio position that is capable of avoiding some risk-off events due to the und
Investors Continue To Look Past The Coronavirus
Tokyo was a notable exception in the Asia Pacific region, as the other major equity markets, like in Hong Kong, China, Taiwan, South Korea, and Australia, advanced. The MSCI Asia Pacific Index rose fo
Focus on investment and job creation: Donald Trump's India plan revealed
Creating new jobs and boosting manufacturing is critical for Trump in his re-election bid later this year
US government $10bn Pentagon cloud contract put on hold
Jeff Bezos believes Trump nixed Amazon’s bid for Microsoft in pursuit of political agenda.
Royal Bank of Scotland to be renamed after 293 years
The Government-controlled bank will become NatWest Group and agreed to a 5p-a-share special dividend after profits hit £4.2bn last year.
TRB Ventures targets over RM8bil in property deals this year
KUALA LUMPUR: TRB Ventures Sdn Bhd is targeting over 50 per cent increase in new property sales to 21,000 units worth over RM8 billion this year via its property marketplace platform, MHub.
More risk capital and a strong corporate governance code, key to India's GDP growth: Uday Kotak
Indias aspirational growth of 6-7% depends on risk capital and strong corporate governance code, Kotak said.
These five celebrity couples survived cheating scandals
The celebrity lifestyle is filled with so many scandals and uncertainties. Notable among the lot is cheating on one’s partner. They can make or unmake a career since the tabloids usually capitalise on such scandals to rake in more revenues. In this article, we cast the spotlight on some famous celebrities who have survived cheating...
Warren says race is still 'wide open,' has raised $6M since Iowa
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) reported Thursday that she has raised about $6 million dollars since the Iowa caucuses, remarking that the Democratic primary race is far from over.
EUR/GBP bounces off 2020 lows, around 0.8320
The sterling is correcting lower following the moderate pick-up on Thursday and is helping EUR/GBP to bounce off recent yearly lows in the sub0.8300 r
Does Dr M need SDs to complete his term as PM?
COMMENTARY, Feb 14 — As many as 138 out of 222 MPs are alleged to have signed statutory declarations (SDs) in support of sitting Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad staying the full term in the latest political twist enveloping Malaysia. According to news reports, the remainder denied signing...
German economy flatlines as eurozone growth hits seven-year low
Germany's economy is stagnating as a slowdown in spending and exports wiped out growth in the fourth quarter of 2019 with GDP unchanged.
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CIA spied on India, Pakistan, others through secretly-owned Swiss firm
More than 100 countries across the world including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh bought Swiss encryption equipment without suspecting that foreign spies, in
AGI and AMA to partner GITFIC
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Wolff not relishing Mercedes contract talks with F1 superstar Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton is in the final year of his Mercedes contract, meaning he and team principal Toto Wolff must head to the negotiating table.
Motorists to pay more for petrol, diesel as import bill rises
NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 14- Motorists will from mid-night pay more for super petrol after the energy watchdog hiked the price of the commodity by Sh2.67 to Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |
These are the 14 hidden features on the new £20 note which is released next week
The £20 note will go plastic free on Thursday, 20 February - but designers have packed the note with some new hidden features
Final Fantasy VII Remake Opening Movie Is a Five Minute Masterpiece
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Day Trading Guide for February 14, 2020
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Adani Group, Airport Authority of India ink pacts for managing Ahmedabad and two other airports
Three subsidiaries of the group – Adani Ahmedabad International Airport Limited, Adani Lucknow International Airport Limited and Adani Mangaluru International Airport Limited – have signed concession agreements with the AAI.
7 Stock Market Sweethearts You'll Want to Call Your Own
It's easy to adore these great businesses.
3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Dollar General, IPG Photonics, and American Eagle
In this market, winners have run and losers have stayed stuck. These big stock charts focus on three names in between.
Retirement Advisor: Paying For Your Parents' Retirement (Podcast)
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Amazon stalls Microsoft’s $10B ‘war cloud’ contract with the US gov
A federal judge has made Amazon pretty happy by placing a temporary injunction on the $10 billion JEDI deal awarded to Microsoft in October.
Warren Buffett loses $1 billion in 2 days after Kraft Heinz disappoints again
Warren Buffett took a $1 billion loss as Kraft Heinz stock plunged 11% in two days. Berkshire Hathaway's 27% stake in the food giant shrank in v...
Expert: Millions spent on importing vaccine, when they can be made in country
KUALA LUMPUR: It is time Malaysia invests in the medical biology sector, and research and development in health science.
BPCL seeks Assam govt’s stand on buying its stake in Numaligarh Refinery
The board of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) has decided to initiate the process of selling its 61.65 per cent stake in subsidiary Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL) amidst indications that the Ass
Rental price indexes: January 2020
The rental price indexes measure the changes in prices that households pay for housing rentals.
Man, 70s, arrested over Scouting Ireland sex abuse allegations
Gardaí have arrested a man in his 70s in relation to sexual offences that are alleged to have occurred over a 30 year period.
Investors welcome Poland's decision to freeze last coal-fueled plant project
WARSAW (Reuters) - Shares in Polish state-run utilities Energa and Enea gained on Friday after they froze financing of their joint project to build 1 a GW coal-fueled power unit, citing difficulties raising funds due to environmental concerns.
Air India sale expected in first half of next fiscal: DIPAM Secretary
The deadline for submitting the EoI is March 17
GRAINS-U.S. soybeans stay firm as market awaits return of Chinese buying
* Soybeans set for second weekly gain in a row* Market expects Chinese demand as trade deal takes effect* Wheat, corn also steady as virus concerns abate (Updates with European trading, changes)By Gus Trompiz and Naveen ThukralPARIS/SINGAPORE, Feb 14 (Reuters) - Chicago soybean futures edged higher on Friday to stay on course for a second week of gains on expectations that China will step up purchases of U.S. crop.Corn and wheat also ticked up but were heading for a weekly fall as large global supplies offset support from steady export demand.
‘Naan Sirithal’ movie review: Funny... in bits and pieces
In the hands of a wise head, this script held the potential to be developed into an epic, Ray Cooney style, comedy-of-errors
Online posts claiming student arrested due to COVID-19 untrue, say Johor health authorities
JOHOR BAHRU: Social media posts claiming that a coronavirus-positive student was arrested in a school near Kulai are untrue, said Johor health ...
Manchester United's £83m price tag on Paul Pogba puts off Juventus
'£83m or you're staying'
This is how much Sunderland council tax is going to rise by
“Raising council tax is one of those difficult decisions, if we don’t raise it we will need to cut services further"
Here's Why Everyone Should Be Rooting for Shopify
Shareholder or not, a new e-commerce movement is great for small businesses around the globe.
Positive Earnings Look as If They’re Already Priced in to Teva Stock
Teva stock rose 9% after a positive earnings report. But after $3 billion in cost-cutting, investors may be looking for additional revenue.
Four data center spending trends you need to know
Data center spending is likely to be feast or famine as enterprises pull back and hyperscale cloud providers build out infrastructure only to hit pause and digest.
‘Social roots of the current protest stronger than JP movement,’ says Gyan Prakash
There are many parallels but also important differences between the current protests and the JP movement of the 70s, says this eminent historian
Ringgit ends higher versus US dollar
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The ringgit closed marginally higher against the US dollar today, tracking the performance of regional peers amid concerns on the Covid-19 outbreak. At 6pm, the ringgit was quoted at 4.1360/1400 versus the greenback from 4.1390/1420 yesterday. FXTM market analyst Han Tan...
Huge potential for US-India ties in energy sector, ready to meet demand: US
Larry Kudlow, economic advisor to Trump, said that talks are going on between India and the US on a trade deal that could be inked during the visit of the president
Cousin Stizz Teams Up Doja Cat And Bia For "Perfect (Remix)"
Cousin Stizz links up with Doja Cat and Bia, both of whom snap on the official remix to 'Perfect.' Cousin Stizz has officially returned with a new Valentine's Day banger, this one suited for the after-hours itinerary. Picking up where previous single 'Perfect' left off, Stizz has officially brought ...
Outrigger Hospitality Group to acquire Hawaii Island resort
HONOLULU – Outrigger Hospitality Group announced that it has signed a purchase and sale agreement to acquire ownership of Sheraton Kona Resort & Spa at Keauhou Bay, a 509-room property in a prime oceanfront location on the Island of Hawaii. The transaction is expected to close in mid-April 2020, at which time the property will be rebranded as an Outrigger Resort. The investment is directly aligned with Outrigger’s strategic business plan to expand its presence in Hawaii and beyond, furthering its
'Exhausted': Doctors at China's virus epicentre overworked and unprotected
Tired and understaffed, medical workers have had to deal with thousands of new cases per week in Wuhan, the city at the epicentre of the outbreak.
Mealie-Meal Coupons ...
Will mealie-meal coupons being proposed by the Zimbabwean government result in the availability of the basic commodity to the intended beneficiaries?
Expensive components drive PS5 production costs to $450 per unit
Retail price of Xbox Series X will be deciding factor in PlayStation 5 price tag
Man killed in tiff over cigarette price in Odisha's Kasaphal village
Two of the four persons, while trying to flee the spot, were caught by locals and beaten up. Their car was also vandalised.
Romanian economy slows down to 4.1 percent in 2019
The Romanian economy slowed down to 4.1 percent last year, after 4.4 percent in 2018 and 7.1 percent in 2017, show flash estimates released by...
Lime Asset deliberately deceived investors in awareness of losses: FSS
South Korean fund operator Lime Asset Management and its seller Shinhan Investment deliberately duped investors by concealing their losses and continuing the sale of the related products, the watchdog Financial Supervisory Service said Friday. Based on an intermediary inspection and accounting audit, the FSS estimated that two of the disputed parent funds may suffer losses of up to 730 billion won ($617.5 million). ...
Rising garlic price cannot be blamed on coronavirus: Business watchdog
As some suggest the coronavirus outbreak may be behind the sharp rise in garlic prices, the competition watchdog is not having any of it, blaming importers instead.
German economy stagnates in sign of Europe's difficulties
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Growth ground to a halt at the end of the year in Germany, Europe’s largest economy, as manufacturing remained in a slump and exports fell, official figures showed Friday.The flat reading underlines the challenge facing the broader eurozone economy as it struggles against headwinds from the U.S-China trade dispute and Britain's departure from the European Union.Both the German and eurozone figures were the weakest since 2013, when the region was suffering from a debt crisis that nearly spelled the end of the euro currency.Germany's state statistics agency said Friday there was zero growth in the fourth quarter and a mediocre 0.6% increase for the whole year.
Range Resources: Leverage Risk Climbs Sharply
The credit line may not be available when the company most needs it.Cash flow in the third quarter dropped nearly 50% from the previous year.Fourth-quarter cash flow should continue the pattern of pro
Open access journals get a boost from librarians—much to Elsevier’s dismay
Move to cut fees adds pressure to funding model already under strain.
Construction Activity Can Signal When Credit Booms Go Wrong
The risk of a bad boom- where a rapid credit growth episode is followed by a financial crisis or subpar economic growth -increases when there is also a boom in house prices.We find that signals from c
Gold prices climb Rs 75 to Rs 41,481 per 10 grams, silver gains Rs 147
"Spot gold of 24 karat in Delhi was trading up by Rs 75 with rupee depreciation," HDFC Securities Senior Analyst (Commodities) Tapan Patel said.
Breaking News: CP+ 2020 Has Been Cancelled Due to Coronavirus Fears
PetaPixel has learned that the CP+ 2020 expo in Japan—one of the largest photo industry trade shows in the world—has been cancelled due to fears over the recent coronavirus outbreak. An official announcement from the show is expected shortly. (UPDATE: Confirmed)
2020 - A Close Look At What To Expect
As Q4-2019 earnings continue to push the US stock market higher, what should traders expect going forward in 2020?There are a number of things that could potentially disrupt foreign market expectation
Apple Stock is a Tasty Breakout Candidate
Apple stock is itching to join the Nasdaq in overbought territory. Here's how to play the looming breakout with AAPL options.
JLL Reports Record Fourth-Quarter And Full-Year 2019 Results
NEW ZEALAND, 14 February 2020 – Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (NYSE: JLL) has reported outstanding operating performance for the fourth quarter and full year of 2019.
This Bitcoin Metric Is Over 100% Higher in 2 Months, and It’s Critical for Bulls
Over the past 60 days, Bitcoin has found itself rocketing higher, rallying from a low of $6,400 to a local top of $10,500 in the span of two months.
Replace your entire wage with dividends from ASX shares
You can replace your entire wage with dividends from ASX shares.
LuLu Group to expand retail arm Tablez, consolidate hotels in India
To also set up large-format malls in Hyderabad, Lucknow and Bengaluru
Xi’s Pick to Save China From Virus Is Loyalist Who Lured Tesla
Barely a month ago, then-Shanghai Mayor Ying Yong was sharing a stage with Elon Musk to celebrate the release of Tesla Inc.’s China-built Model 3 sedans -- the sort of glitzy honor that comes with leading the financial hub of the world’s second-largest economy.
Brexit Takes a Chunk Out of Cisco’s Earnings, as Headwinds Blow
Cisco earnings fell flat this week, with the networking specialist posting a 6% drop in orders. The decline in Europe was blamed squarely on Brexit.
When The Facts Change
The coronavirus is a human tragedy, but the markets remain sanguine.A slowing of global growth is already factored into market expectations.Further central bank easing is expected to calm any market f
SpiceJet Q3 net profit soars 21% to Rs 78 crore despite 737 MAX troubles
SpiceJet reported growth in air transport services during the December quarter, as segment results for the period almost doubled to Rs 115.05 crore from Rs 58.55 crore from the year-ago period
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
Govt Hikes Fuel,Adjusts Electricity Prices
The government followed up their January increase on electricity prices by adjusting February prices by...
Netherlands: GDP grew 0.4% in all quarters of 2019 – ABN Amro
Gross domestic product (GDP) increased in the fourth quarter in the same numbers as did in the previous quarters of 2019. Senior economist at ABN Amro
Xiaomi Mi 10 Series Sold Out In 1 Minute: Who Did Doubt?
The Xiaomi Mi 10 is the most powerful smartphone nowadays. The manufacturer has announced it took only 1 minute to sell out the first bunch.
Gun-Free Britain? Nearly 10,000 Gun Crimes Committed in One Year
The number of gun crimes committed in the UK has increased by 27 per cent in the past five years and the number of guns seized has quadrupled
Mumps cases at highest level in a decade as a result of 'anti-vax information', says government
The number of recorded cases of mumps has soared to its highest level in a decade, new figures have shown. Mumps is a contagious infection that causes the glands on the side of the face to swell
Volume of construction works, up almost 28 pct, in 2019
The volume of construction works increased last year by 27.6 pct as compared to 2018, as gross series, according to data released by the...
Meaty increases push up annual food prices - Stats NZ
Higher prices for meat, poultry, and fish contributed to a 3.5 percent increase in food prices for the year ended January 2020, the largest annual rise in food prices in over eight years, Stats NZ said today.
Jim Carrey May Be the Only Reason to See Sonic the Hedgehog
Carrey chews the scenery until there isn’t a crumb left.
Ace Hood Floats On Smooth New Single "Big Fish"
Ace Hood enjoys the life aquatic on smooth new single 'Big Fish.' Ace Hood, Florida lyricist and bonafide HNHH fan-favorite, has returned to the fold once again with 'Big Fish.' With the ongoing tug-of-war between lyricism and vibe finding neither party giving ground, Ace Hood has opted for a soluti...
Axfood And ICA 2019 Reports - Dividend Increases
In this article, we'll review both Axfood and ICA-gruppen FY19 results. Both companies increased their dividends for the year, albeit only in the 3-4% range.Both companies provided excellent FY19 perf
Bill.com: Material Deceleration On The Horizon
Bill.com reported its fiscal Q2 2020 results last week, beating top line estimates and reporting 50% year-over-year revenue growth.Despite an incredible report, revenue growth rates are expected to sl
This is how long it will take for the wind industry to add energy to the grid
SAWEA has asked for clarity on the planned sequence, to ensure that momentum is not lost.
Egypt Discusses Reinforcing Cooperation with Aramco
Egypt's Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El-Molla has discussed with Fahad al-Ammari, General Manager of Area Projects-Upstream Project Management Saudi Aramco, and his accompanying delegation reinforcing bilateral cooperation on imp
Home sales see big jump
The Canadian Real Estate Association says home sales rose 11.5 per cent in January compared with a year earlier to reach the highest sales figures for the month in 12 years, even as new listings remain constrained.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff: “2020 will be particularly challenging"
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff is predicting a "challenging" 2020 as a lot of the other teams will have worked hard to try and end the period of silver arrow dominance. Red Bull and Ferrari are thought to be more competitive this year and the championship is set to be as competitive as ever.
Mumps cases soar to highest number in a decade
There were 5,042 recorded cases of mumps in England in 2019 – four times the number in 2018 and the highest level in a decade. Many of these cases were as a result of outbreaks in universities and colleges and most were in young adults who did not have the MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) jab. A large number of the 2019 cases were people born in the late 1990s and early 2000s who missed out on the MMR vaccine when they were children. In 1998, doctor Andrew Wakefield led a study that linked the MMR vaccine to autism. His work was subsequently discredited and he was struck off, but uptake of the vaccine dropped to about 80% in the late 1990s and a low of 79% in 2003.
Forget saving money! I’d invest using these 3 Warren Buffett tips
I think adopting a value investing strategy such as that used by Warren Buffett could be a better idea than having cash savings.
Microsoft Is Ending Windows 10 October 2018 (1809) Support Soon, Good Riddance
Well, we can gladly say that the end is near for the Windows 10 October 2018 Update.
German Economy Slumps, Exports Fall, Underlines Eurozone Woes
Growth ground to a halt at the end of the year in Germany, Europe´s largest economy, as manufacturing remained in a slump and exports fell.
Astra's star still rising
Now celebrating its 40th anniversary with a new model, it has sold over three million sold in the UK since 1979 and in a startling statistic, Vauxhall says that more than 25 per cent of British motorists have either owned or driven an Astra.
Analysts Admit Bitcoin Could See Larger Price Pullback After 3% Drop
Over the past 60 days, since bottoming at $6,400 in the middle of December, Bitcoin has been on a near-relentless surge higher.
Hungary: No room to counter a deep downturn – ABN Amro
Anke Martens, a senior analyst at ABN Amro, reviews the current situation of the Hungarian economy, expecting a slowdown. EUR/HUF is trading at 335.02
Eurozone Prelim GDP arrives at 0.1% QoQ in Q4 vs. 0.1% expected
After Germany flirted with a recession in the final quarter of 2019, the Eurozone economy steadied in the fourth quarter, the latest figures released
Premarket: European shares scale record even as coronavirus shows no signs of peaking
Hopes of government stimulus support shares globally
Sex tapes, prostitutes and threesomes: The biggest celeb sex scandals of all time
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ETF Deathwatch For January 2020
The ETF Deathwatch list decreased in size in January. Ten exchange-traded products were added to the list, and 23 funds were removed.The funds added in January were a mix of actively managed, internat
Saudi Arabia, UAE Among Top 10 Logistics Markets
Arabian Gulf countries have had a high ranking in the 2020 Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index, with UAE and Saudi Arabia among the top 10 logistics markets. In the GCC, the UAE ranked third, Saudi Arabia sixth, Oman 14th, Bahrain 15th, and Kuwa
Sony Is Struggling With PlayStation 5 Price Due To Costly Parts
Scarce components have pushed the manufacturing costs for Sony's next PlayStation to around $450 per unit, forcing a difficult price-setting decision in its battle with Microsoft, Bloomberg reported Friday, citing sources. From the report: The Japanese conglomerate is preparing to gradually replace ...
NZD/USD extends sideways grind below 0.6450 ahead of US retail sales data
After rising toward the 0.6500 handle on the back of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand's hawkish policy outlook on Wednesday, the NZD/USD pair lost its
Elections for primary agri-cooperative societies on Saturday
TRS likely to sweep the polls; it has already bagged 12 societies unanimously
Ringgit lower against US dollar in early trade
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit opened lower against the US dollar in early trade today on weak buying interest due to weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter 2019 gross domestic product (GDP) results.
Xi's pick to save China from virus is loyalist who lured Tesla
Barely a month ago, then-Shanghai Mayor Ying Yong was sharing a stage with Elon Musk to celebrate the release of Tesla Inc.’s China-built Model 3 sedans -- the sort of glitzy honor that comes with leading the financial hub of the world’s second-largest economy.
"No Rollbacks": BitMEX Says After 62% XRP Flash Crash
XRP saw a "flash crash" on the BitMex exchange, with the asset's price plunging by 50% in a few minutes' time.
Some Apple stores in China to reopen following coronavirus fears
Apple stores in Shenzhen and Shanghai remain closed, but others resume limited operations.
Astra's star still rising
Now celebrating its 40th anniversary with a new model, it has sold over three million sold in the UK since 1979 and in a startling statistic, Vauxhall says that more than 25 per cent of British motorists have either owned or driven an Astra.
Report: Dayne Beams may have played his last AFL game, with parties set to work out settlement
Dayne Beams may have played his last game for Collingwood, with the midfielder’s management and the club set to work on a contract settlement, <a href="https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/teams/collingwood/collingwood-and-dayne-beams-management-to-work-out-settlement-for-midfielders-exit/news-story/66c6fa6d3846bbecef060b3eeaf01940" target="_blank">reports the <a href="https://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/afl/teams/collingwood/collingwood-and-dayne-beams-management-to-work-out-settlement-for-midfielders-exit/news-story/66c6fa6d3846bbecef060b3eeaf01940" target="_blank">Herald Sun.
Treasury Market Flashes New Warning As Real Yields Go Negative
Real yields for key maturities in inflation-indexed government bonds (TIPS) have slipped into negative terrain lately.It comes as no surprise to learn that the 10-year TIPS rate is plumbing depths bel
Nissan shares tumble to ten-and-a-half year low after earnings rout; Renault also suffers
TOKYO (Reuters) - Shares of Nissan Motor Co sank to their lowest in more than a decade on Friday, after deep cuts to the troubled Japanese automaker’s earnings forecast and dividend raised questions about its future profitability.
First look: Robert Pattinson as Batman revealed in short video
The film is due to be released next year.
EUR/JPY Price Analysis: Scope for a drop to 117.00
The bearish note around EUR/JPY remains unchanged for the time being, encouraging the cross to breach the key support at 119.00 the figure. While belo
Universities say Chinese students could quit Australia
Top Australian universities warned Friday Chinese students may walk away from courses Down Under after Canberra extended a coronavirus travel ban, in a major blow to the multi-billion-dollar sector.
Forever 21's $81 Million USD Bankruptcy Deal Gets Preliminary Court Approval
“Clearly, this is the only bid, and the alternative is liquidation, which is certainly not in anyone’s interest.”
RBS to rebrand as Natwest as bank posts £4.2bn profit under new boss Alison Rose
Royal Bank of Scotland reported profit of £4.2bn for 2019 today, beating predictions as new boss Alison Rose outlined a rebrand of the bank as Natwest.
Mark Carney sees silver lining in Brexit hit to economy
Mark Carney has said there may be a silver lining to Brexit and welcomes the Prime Minister's plans to address weak productivity.
US Dollar Index Price Analysis: Correction lower could test the mid-98.00s
DXY is shedding some ground after reaching fresh yearly peaks in the proximity of 99.20 earlier on Friday. The current overbought levels in the dollar
Friday’s Insider Report: Chairman invests $1.2-million in this stock yielding nearly 5%
A look at recent notable transactions
Opinion: How Justin Trudeau can turn a lose-lose Teck decision into a delicate victory
By approving the Teck Frontier oil sands mine under the greenhouse-gas vows that Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has laid out, Mr. Trudeau can use the free market to wiggle his way out from between a rock and a hard place
AUD/USD pares early gains, turns flat above 0.67 as focus shifts to US data
The AUD/USD pair closed the first three days of the week in the positive territory but turned south on Thursday amid resurfacing worries over the coro
China moves to ease mounting anger with reset of virus fight
China took action on two fronts to gain control of the spiraling coronavirus outbreak gripping the country: reporting a dramatic increase in cases and ousting top officials who failed to check the disease’s expansion.
Top Analyst Confirms $100,000 Bitcoin Price Target For End of 2021
A prominent analyst hailing from institutional markets in Europe recently threw his weight behind a prediction that Bitcoin will trade at least as high as $100,000 by the end of 2021
How calligraphy became an integral part of Arab identity — and how it can remain so
AMMAN: In the spring of 2017, a group of fishermen in Gaza discovered treasure that could change their lives: A hoard of ancient Greek coins — over 2,000 years old — which included dozens of silver decadrachm coins from the time of Alexander the Great. Only 12 such coins had been officially recorded previously, and each is worth thousands of dollars (some, depending on their
Letters: Focus on enforcement, not increased penalties; Dillingham Airfield; Crimes against Japanese tourists | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
I oppose House Bill 2109, which would increase certain penalties for the crimes of assault, burglary, criminal property damage, and theft by one grade, because of its financial ramifications compared to benefits. I would support more taxes for enforcement.
Could ‘Somewhat Liberal’ Democrats Hold The Key To The Primary?
Welcome to Pollapalooza, our weekly polling roundup. Poll(s) of the week I’m not totally sure what it means to be “somewhat liberal.” In fact, “somewhat liberal…
Official Survey Says Unemployment in West Bank, Gaza Rises 25%
Unemployment in the Palestinian labor force rose 25 percent in 2019, revealed an official report by the Palestinian Central Bureau of Statistics on Thursday. The number of unemployed was 343,800 in 2019, with 215,100 in the Gaza Strip and 128,700 in
Sex tapes, prostitutes and threesomes: The biggest celeb sex scandals of all time
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Sony "struggling" to lower $450 PlayStation 5 price, report claims
Due to high manufacturing costs.
TIF: 'People in racing are exhausted' by lack of change
The Thoroughbred Idea Foundation revisits a report they published in 2019 asking why companies like Equibase continue to charge for their data.
Renault reports first net losses in a decade for 2019 on lower sales
Renault said in a statement it suffered net losses of 141 million euros ($152 million)
Aviation finance sector looking vulnerable
High aircraft values and low lease-rate factors which do not reflect the commercial and operating risks facing airlines leave the aviation finance industry in a vulnerable state in 2020, says Scope Ratings. Scope expects little change to lease-rate factors in the first half of the year. The slowdown in the global economy will rub off on the aviation industry. More airline defaults and further consolidation are likely in 2020, though stability in oil prices will help the industry keep costs under
USD/CHF retakes 0.9800 mark, 1-1/2 month tops
The USD/CHF pair climbed to 1-1/2 month tops during the early European session on Friday and was now seen extending the momentum further beyond the 0.
IEA sees first drop in global oil demand
Global oil demand will drop this quarter for the first time in more than a decade as the coronavirus batters China's economy, the International Energy Agency said. The new estimates show that oil markets face a significant surplus despite the latest production cuts by OPEC and its partners. Crude already sank to a one-year low below $50 a barrel last week, and the impact of the epidemic will be felt throughout the year, the agency said. "Demand has been hit hard by the novel coronavirus and the widespread shutdown of China's economy," the Paris-based IEA said. "The crisis is ongoing and at this stage it is hard to be precise about the impact.
Renault sales and earnings drop in tough market
France's Renault saw its sales and earnings drop last year and says 2020 will be tough due to the need for investment in new technologies just as the market is shrinking.
Dating apps see exponential growth over past eight years
With romance in the air this Valentine's Day, dating apps like Tinder are racking up huge numbers. We take a closer look. But first, Chinese tech giant Huawei is targeted with a new indictment in the…
EUR/CHF: SNB does not find love in prices – Rabobank
The Swiss National Bank (SNB) has the mandate to maintain CPI inflation near 2% on a yearly basis but is currently running at just 0.2%. CHF’s strengt
SC orders telcos to clear dues by March 17, threatens contempt
The court, which had asked companies including Vodafone Idea and Bharti Airtel to pay 920 billion Indian rupees ($12.89 billion) in overdue levies and interest by Jan. 23, had rejected petitions seeking a review of its order last month
Rupee slips 2 paise to 71.33 against US dollar in early trade
The rupee had settled at 71.31 against the US dollar on Thursday.
Digital Turbine Is Likely To Catch A Second Wind
After a strong rally, consolidation set in, and the shares fell back to where they were in the summer of last year.However, we think the elements are in place for the company to recharge growth, drive
Microsoft Flight Simulator Alpha invitations, SDK update, and more rolling out
This week's update brings a bunch of news including the reveal of further Feature Discovery Series episodes, an SDK update, and more. More Insider-exclusive stuff has also been made available.
Hana Financial signs W77b deal to acquire The-K Non-Life
Hana Financial Group said Friday it had inked a sales and purchase agreement with the Korea Teachers’ Credit Union to buy a 70 percent stake in The-K Non-Life Insurance for 77 billion won ($65.1 million). This is the first acquisition deal for Korea’s third-largest banking group since the takeover of Korea Exchange Bank in 2013. The-K Non-Life will become the 14th affiliate and second insurer arm t...
USTR Robert Lighthizer unlikely to visit India ahead of Trump's tour
The two countries are negotiating a trade package to iron out certain issues and promote two-way commerce
Adani group signs agreement with AAI for development of three airports
In 2018, the government decided to privatise airports at Lucknow, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Mangaluru, Thiruvananthapuram, and Guwahati
Bali faces potential IDR1 trillion loss per month due to coronavirus outbreak: Tourism Board
Tourism is undoubtedly one of the biggest contributors to Bali’s economy, but money flowing in from the industry is going to dry up considerably amid the global health emergency caused by the novel coronavirus outbreak.
CannTrust names new CEO
CannTrust Holdings Inc. says it has appointed its chief financial officer, Greg Guyatt, to be its CEO as the company works to come back from the fallout of its operation of unlicensed grow rooms.
Coronavirus infects 1,716 medical staff as China reports 5,090 new cases – media
The National Health Commission said 121 new deaths were reported, making the death toll on the mainland 1,380.
Traders suspend imports from China
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Traders who import most of their goods from China say they have been unable to send money for goods or fly to China as most factories supplying them are closed due to the outbreak of the coronavirus. This will likely have an impact on the prices of most of the …
USD/CNH: Side-line trade expected to persist – UOB
There is still scope for USD/CNH to extend the current consolidation in the next weeks, according to FX Strategists at UOB Group. Key Quotes 24-hour v
SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft nears last parachute tests before astronaut launch debut
SpaceX’s Crew Dragon spacecraft is likely just a few weeks away from its last few parachute drop tests, the successful completion of which should give NASA all the technical data it needs to okay its astronaut launch debut. After facing several major failures during intentionally challenging drop tests both last year and the year before, […]
Warren Buffett loves using Valentine's Day to explain why See's Candies is his 'dream business'
"See's Candies means getting kissed," Buffett said in 1998. "If we can get that in the minds of people, we can raise prices."
Food delivery company MatHem raises €47.5 million to continue expanding across Sweden
Swedish online grocer MatHem has raised 500 million SEK, or €47.5 million, to develop a new environmentally certified warehouse in Larsboda and to continue expanding its retail delivery business. The company delivers groceries and small household items and, after ten years in business, has served over half of Swedish households. MatHem’s investors span several sectors. […]
It’s Time to Plug into PLUG Stock
Another deal and a technical big deal on the price chart puts PLUG stock into buying position for continued momentum.
Wall Street opens slightly higher following mixed US data
Wall Street's main indexes started the day slightly higher on Friday as investors assess the latest batch up of macroeconomic data releases from the U
US: Unconvinced retail sales data
The United States has just released retail sales data and the numbers were slightly higher but failed to convince the market, Joseph Trevisani from FX
Tesla prices its second offering of stock at US$767 apiece
Tesla priced its second offering of stock at US$767 apiece Friday.
Teranga secures approvals to acquire stake in Massawa Gold Project
Teranga has secured approvals to proceed to conclude the previously announced acquisition of a 90% stake in the Massawa Gold Project in Senegal, Africa.
Indian Court Stays National Competition Regulator’s Investigation Against E-Commerce Giant Amazon
New Delhi (Sputnik): US E-Commerce major Amazon engaged in deep discounting during the festive season in India. India’s domestic traders are up in arms, alleging that discounting by online retailers is distorting the market
Report: Sony struggling with PS5 costs, price point uncertain
Bloomberg says the system currently costs $450 to make
Belarus Threatens To Tap Oil From Russian Pipeline
President Alyaksandr Lukashenka has said Belarus would start taking oil from a transit pipeline if Russia does not supply its neighbor with the required volumes of crude, the state news agency BelTA reports.
CBN condemns receiving foreign currency in transfers
CBN has lamented the rate at which international money transfers are done in foreign currencies by Nigerians, saying it is detrimental to naira.
Rogers offering 20GB unlimited plan for $85
Rogers is once again offering a plan that includes 20GB of unlimited data for $85 per month.
Capgemini plans quarterly appraisals for entry-level workforce
To add 25,000 techies this year through mix of campus and lateral hires
Frederick Koch, low-profile Koch brother, dies at 86
NEW YORK - Frederick Koch, who kept a low profile as an arts benefactor rather than joining the family oil business that became Koch Industries, has died, a
RPower net profit declines 57 pc to Rs 49 crore in Dec quarter
Reliance Power (RPower) on Friday said its consolidated net profit has dipped over 57 per cent to Rs 49.39 crore in the December 2019 quarter, mainly due to lower income. The company's consolidated net profit had stood at Rs 116.44 crore in the
Status update: OSIRIS-REx Osprey Flyover
NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft safely executed a 0.4-mile (620-m) flyover of the backup sample collection site Osprey as part of the mission's Reconnaissance B phase activities. Preliminary telemetry, however, ...
Glenmark Pharma Q3 consolidated net profit rises 64% to Rs 190.83 crore
Consolidated revenue of the company stood at Rs 2,735.56 crore for the quarter under consideration as against Rs 2,555.04 crore for the corresponding period a year ago.
An apple a day too much to pay?
A surge in fruit and vegetable prices has driven the largest monthly rise in food costs in nearly three years. Official numbers showed prices rising 2.1 percent in January on the month before. Stats NZ said much higher costs for strawberries and apples and a range of meat and grocery items were the main drivers. It said that reflected the usual pattern of prices rising after the Christmas holidays. Food costs for the year ended January rose 3.5 percent on the year before, the biggest annual rise in eight years.
Google’s €2.4bn fine ‘a small amount of cash’
Colm Mac Eochaidh comments come during hear at EU’s General Court in Luxembourg
Trader: Ethereum Can Hit $440 But Indicator Warns Altcoin ‘Overbought’
“Serious resistance” should trigger above $400 as General Strength Indicator suggests Ether is at its most overbought since May 2019.
NVIDIA CEO: Nintendo Switch and Notebook Success Have Changed the Profile of Our Gaming Business
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang said that the success of the Nintendo Switch and Max-Q notebooks changed the profile of the company's gaming business
ONGC net profit falls 50% to ₹4,152 crore in Q3
ONGC has reported a ₹4,151.63 crore standalone net profit for the third quarter of financial year 2019-2020. This is 49.75 per cent lower than the ₹8,262.7 crore profit reported in the comparable quar
The Refined Investor Series 2020 promises to provide actionable insights for investors
The Refined Investor Series, reputed for high-level conversations is well attended by high profile business leaders and investors- and this year is no different as Fine & Country West Africa will be collaborating with PwC and Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie as knowledge partners to execute what has been described as one of the most anticipated & insightful Real Estate events for the upper quartile market in Nigeria.
Kraft Heinz’s Junk Downgrade Rekindles Bond Market Jitters
Kraft Heinz Co., the iconic food giant created in a merger five years ago, was downgraded to junk by two credit raters, raising fresh worries among investors that a slowing economy could threaten the broader corporate bond market.
MyTheresa eCommerce Fashion Brand Plans To Go Public
MyTheresa, the online luxury fashion retailer, plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange to take advantage of robust equity markets.
USD/JPY drops below 109.80 after uninspiring US data
The USD/JPY pair lost nearly 15 pips with the initial reaction to Retail Sales and Industrial Production data from the US and touched a session low of
Collect on Rite Aid’s Short-Term Bullishness
My regular readers know I never want to buck the tape, or go against the action in the market, which is why I am recommending a bullish call option on Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD).
Trump wants $1.5 bn over 10 years to revive US uranium production
US uranium production has plummeted 96 per cent in the last five years, the US Energy Information Administration reported Thursday
I-T Dept notifies forms for companies to avail lower corporate taxes
CBDT has notified Forms 10-IC and 10-ID for existing companies that want to avail lower I-T rate and new manufacturing firms, respectively
Tesla raises $2 billion in secondary stock offering priced at $767 a share — 5% below where it's trading now
Tesla will sell 2.65 million shares of common stock for a price tag of $US767 a share, the company announced Friday. That’s a 4.6% discount on Thursday’s closing price.
Cocoa traders expect adverse weather, hoarding to hit Ivorian sales
ABIDJAN/LONDON (Reuters) - Adverse weather and hoarding in Ivory Coast could see sales of the top cocoa producer’s largest export fall some way short of consensus, which could push global prices higher, traders said.
Consulting firms lead recruitment at IIM Bangalore
The lateral and final placements for the PGP Class of 2018-20 of the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) saw 518 offers, leading to all 428 students who appeared for placements being placed over three interview days.
136 million euros to energise Macedonia
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CPC cash in as Ghanaians celebrate chocolate day
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India's curbs on Malaysian palm imports stir up edible oil trade
"A rebalancing is happening in the palm oil market," says a Mumbai-based dealer with a global trading firm.
Anglo takeover becomes Sirius' last hope as alternative falls through
Embattled UK miner Sirius Minerals said today that it had dropped an alternative funding scheme to its takeover by Anglo American as it was unviable.
Wolverhampton's Beatties building should become hotel - councillor
The new owners of Wolverhampton’s historic Beatties building should turn the landmark into a luxury hotel, a leading city councillor has said.
Krystal Daniels recants statement about what happened to son, Joe Clyde
In a surprising development in the high-profile Joe Clyde Daniels criminal case. The little boy's mother, Krystal Daniels, is taking back key details she shared with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations.
A new review calls Apple’s Pro Display XDR a “no go” for professional colorists
Apple claims its $5,000 monitor matches the performance of professional reference monitors that sell for much more, but one professional TV reviewer disagrees.
Hedera Hashgraph Slumps 20% After Meteoric Rally
Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR) lost over 20% of its valuation just hours after performing one of the most spectacular rallies in recent crypto history. HBAR
Rangers vs Celtic: Tickets for Ibrox Old Firm clash touted for up to £1500 with many going for FOURTEEN times value
TICKETS for next month’s Rangers vs Celtic clash are being touted online for hundreds of pounds more than their face value. Secondary selling sites are offering tickets to both sides of the O…
NZX profit reflects growth in capital markets
The NZX says its full year result reflects the stellar performance of the capital markets over the past year, with momentum expected to drive growth in the coming year. The capital market operator's net profit rose 25.7 percent to $14.6 million in the year to December, and rose 7.1 percent on continuing operations. The market operator said it spent most of its capital investment to upgrade the NZX trading system and NZX Wealth Technologies over the past year. NZX chair James Miller said the 2019 results showed encouraging earnings growth, assisted by strong growth in the local market, which rose more than 30 percent over the year. "This extends the excellent run of New Zealand's sharemarket over the past decade," Miller said, noting the NZX's share price had increased 42 percent over that period.
US: Industrial Production declined 0.3% in January vs. -0.2% expected
Industrial Production in the US declined 0.3% in January, the data published by the Federal Reserve showed on Friday. This reading came in slightly wo
€280k seized at Rosslare with help of detector dog Flynn
Revenue officers seized €280,000 at Rosslare Europort this week with the help of detector dog Flynn.
Amazon Stock Is a Buy if Not for the Coronavirus
But it’s the coronavirus, not the tremendous spike in market value, that investors should be worried about in the nearer term.
What women need to know about menopause and mental Health
Here, Dr Deborah Lee, Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, discusses everything that women need to know about menopause and mental health
Trends in MSME sector growth in Tamil Nadu
Most MSMEs in Tamil Nadu were set up by entrepreneurs who said that they had the skill and motivation to set up and run a unit but a fifth of the entrepreneurs reported that their inability to find a
Future Industry Consolidation Could Be Good News For Macerich
On February 10, the shopping center REIT giant Simon Property Group announced it was acquiring a majority equity stake in Taubman Centers, Inc.Future consolidation in the industry could be good news f
Eight Emerging Jewellery Designers to Know This Fashion Month
As London Fashion Week commences, eight jewellery designers whose work you can expect to see among the Autumn/Winter 2020 collections
Retirement hack: cheap dividend stocks could make you a million
Buying undervalued income shares could boost your chances of generating a seven-figure portfolio.
‘Ghana Diaspora Women’ stocks Hohoe Library
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Renault cuts dividend, slices profit goal for 2020
French carmaker Renault warned that auto demand remained volatile, cut its dividend for 2019 and set a lower operating margin goal for 2020, a ...
Market movers: Stocks seeing action on Friday - and why
A roundup of some of the North American equities making moves in both directions today
2 Well-Covered 8% Yields Below Call Value: DCP Midstream LP
DCP has two preferred issues with 12.92X distribution coverage in 2019.Both are below their $25 call value.DCP's 15%-plus common unit yield's coverage also is detailed.Earnings, growth projects, analy
Dudley dog mess fines hit £2,800
Dog owners who failed to clean up after their pets in Dudley were fined nearly £3,000 last year.
Consumers Turn To Unattended Retail For Speed, Shorter Lines
The February 2020 Future of Unattended Retail Report: Vending as the New Contextual Commerce examines what consumers expect from advanced UR encounters.
Several killed in central Mali village attack, local officials say
At least 20 villagers were killed in an attack in central Mali overnight, local officials said Friday, in an apparent bout of ethnic violence in the war-torn state.
Base metals still have demand – TDS
Analysts at TD Securities have confidence in the base metals and expect prices for copper, aluminum and lead heading north. Key quotes “There's still
New Volkswagen Golf 8 GTD to gain ‘significant increase in performance’
Volkswagen has confirmed the new Golf 8 GTD will be revealed at Geneva, promising the diesel hatch will gain a “significant increase in performance”.
EUR/USD tests daily highs around 1.0850 post-US data
The shred currency has recovered the smile at the end of the week, with EUR/USD now navigating the upper end of the daily range around 1.0850. EUR/USD
Huey Lewis Reveals His Two Biggest ‘80s Regrets
Huey Lewis recalled rejecting a Coca-Cola deal and a song Bob Dylan sent him in February 2020.
Digital Asset Exchange Liquid.com to Launch FF1 Token, a Cryptocurrency that Helps Create a Diversified and Risk-Managed Investment Portfolio
Liquid.com, a globally accessible digital asset exchange, confirmed on February 11, 2020, that Two Prime’s inaugural FF Token, the FF1, will be officially int
'A smart move': Here's what 4 Wall Street analysts are saying about Tesla's $2 billion common stock offering
Tesla announced on Thursday plans to raise $US2 billion in funds through a common stock offering.
NASA flights detect millions of Arctic methane hotspots
Knowing where emissions are happening and what's causing them brings us a step closer to being able to forecast the region's impact on global climate.
50 Cent Says Mayweather Has to Fight Again Because He Ran Out of Money
50 Cent recently sat down for an interview with Ebro on Hot97. Around the 8:50 mark, 50 Cent addressed his relationship with Mayweather, revealing ...
Senators demand report on flour, sugar crisis
ISLAMABAD: Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani on Friday announced that the upper house will hold a debate on Monday on rising inflation and increase in prices of the basic commodities in the country.
Software Maker Toast Raises Funds at $4.9 Billion Valuation
Toast Inc., which makes point-of-sale technology for restaurants, raised $400 million at a $4.9 billion valuation in a fundraising round led by investors including Bessemer Venture Partners and TPG.
Valentine's Day: Seven cheap date ideas for any budget
Valentine’s Day is coming up, which means restaurants, florists, and nearly everything else marketed towards showing your love will be marked up in price. And the ever-increasing commercialisation of
ONGC Q3 net halves on fall in oil, gas prices, output
State-owned Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC) on Friday reported halving of its December quarter net profit after it faced the double whammy of falling oil and gas prices and a drop in production. Standalone net profit in October-December at Rs 4,152
UK ministers back post-Brexit points-based immigration system
‘Simpler’ and ‘fairer’ visa regime will apply from January 2021.
NPD January 2020: Switch best-selling hardware, Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot tops software
The NPD has released its analysis for the month of January 2020 noting year-over-year declines across the board.
Sindh govt plans to recruit pricing magistrates to curb inflation
KARACHI: The Sindh government on Friday decided to recruit price control magistrates to take action against hoarders and rising commodities’ prices.Speaking on the matter, Sindh Minister for Agr
Yuehua Entertainment trainee Huang Zhibo arrested for mask scam
Yuehua Entertainment trainee Huang Zhibo has been arrested for fraud.On February 13, the Shanghai Public Security Bureau revealed Huang Zhibo has bee…
Exports decline 1.7% in January, trade deficit widens to $15 billion
During the first 10 months of the current fiscal, while exports contracted 1.9%, imports shrank 8.1%.Of the 30 major items in India’s export and import baskets, 21 export items and 17 imported goods fell
Top news of the day: Supreme Court rap forces telecom department to order telcos to clear AGR dues, memorial for slain CRPF jawans inaugurated in Pulwama, and more
The major news headlines of the day, and more.
Brexit investments paying off for UK mining companies
UK mining sector earnings have increased by over £2bn since the UK voted to leave the EU in June 2016, according to analysis of the latest ONS figures.
U.S. DOJ indicts Huawei for racketeering and stealing trade secrets [Update: Huawei response]
The U.S. has charged Huawei with stealing trade secrets in a new 16-count indictment handed down this week. The firm is also accused of violating sanctions by covertly trading with states like Iran and North Korea.
US Dollar Index challenges daily lows near 99.00, U-Mich in sight
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the buck vs a bundle of its main competitors, remains on the defensive at the end of the week and is now flirt
Exxon Mobil: A Great American Company With A 5.66% Dividend Worth Investing In
Exxon Mobil has increased its dividend for 37 consecutive years and with yields closing in on 6% it is an income lover's dream.Exxon Mobil is positioning itself for the future as its recoverable resou
GBP/USD: Spending will not alleviate Brexit pressure – Rabobank
The cable gained some traction yesterday following the resignation of the Chancellor Sajid Javid, but analysts at Rabobank are still seeing hurdles in
On heels of quarterly loss, Nissan again slashes full-year outlook amid economic uncertainties
After posting only its first third quarterly loss in 11 years, Nissan Motor Co. on Thursday again cut its annual profit forecast due to weak demand and eco
Tesco 'unlawfully' blocked rivals from opening nearby stores, CMA finds
Tesco has been told to stop illegally blocking rival supermarkets from buying its land or leasing nearby sites by the [...]
Review: Kal, Imtiaz Ali’s films were irritating. Aaj, they are insufferable
Love Aaj Kal: You're better off glaring at the head of the guy in front
Hong Kong stocks end week higher as virus deaths fall
Hong Kong stocks edged up on Friday, as the daily death and infection tolls in the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak returned to lower levels, following a dramatic spike the previous day. At the
Kevin Carmichael: Bombardier may have failed, but at least it tried to win
Kevin Carmichael: A humbling time for one of Canada’s great enterprises
United Bancorporation Of Alabama: Annual Update On Alabama's Southern Banking Belle
United Bancorporation of Alabama has exceeded most of our expectations over the last two years. The company's operating performance has benefited from some nonrecurring items, especially awards relate
Goods exports dip 1.6% to $25.97 b in Jan; trade deficit at $15.17 billion
Coronavirus outbreak, persisting protectionism add to exporters’ woes
DoT asks Vodafone Idea, Airtel to clear AGR dues by midnight
The DoT, which faced the ire of Supreme Court for putting on hold recovery of dues from telecom companies, has started issuing circle or zone-wise demand notices to firms
Using big data to combat catastrophes
In March 1989, a tripped circuit in the Hydro-Québec power grid left 6 million people without electricity. A week earlier, an unusually harsh snowstorm had strained the region; the day before, a solar ...
Math Wizard resurfaces in Oaklawn’s Razorback Handicap field of 11
Overlooked for the Feb. 29 Saudi Cup, the son of Algorithms will make the 1 1/16-mile race his 4-year-old debut as well as his first outing since a fifth-place finish in the Breeders’ Cup Classic.
IOC insists Tokyo Olympics will go ahead despite coronavirus
The International Olympic Committee insisted that the Tokyo Olympics will go ahead as planned despite the coronavirus
2020 Chevrolet Colorado Price Slashed By Thousands
The Chevrolet Colorado has been updated for the 2021 model year with refreshed styling to help it compete w...
CPP Investment Board posts 3.6 per cent rate of return for its third quarter
TORONTO — The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board says it earned a return of 3.6 per cent during its most recent quarter, after expenses. Net assets for the Toronto-based fund manager grew to $420.4 billion as of Dec. 31, up from $409.
Insured losses from storm Ciara could near $2 billion, RMS estimates
(Reuters) - Total insured property losses from storm Ciara, which was named Sabine in Germany, could be between 1.1 billion and 1.8 billion euros ($1.2 billion-$1.95 billion), catastrophe risk modeling firm RMS estimated on Friday.
3 Defense Stocks for Geopolitical Turmoil
International conflict can bring investing opportunities. Here are three defense stocks to consider in these uncertain times.
Milk crisis: State seeks T.N. help
Milma is eyeing a daily supply of one lakh litres from Tamil Nadu
Result Of Koimoi Audience Poll 2019: From Best Supporting Actor To Best Direction With A Difference – Check Out The Winners Of THESE Categories
Result Of Koimoi Audience Poll 2019: For over a period of one and a half months, we conducted polls to get your opinion on the 'best of 2019' and today, we are here with a fourth edition of the result
RBS profit surges, as bank's new CEO sets climate goal
Looking to the future, Rose said "climate, and the role we can play in accelerating the transition to a low carbon economy" was among her "initial areas of focus where we can make a substantial impact".
Kering Turned Over Approximately $17.15 Billion USD in 2019
With Gucci contributing approximately $10.42 billion USD alone.
The IRS won't ask you to report 'Fortnite' V-Bucks on tax returns
The agency's overall approach to in-game currency isn't clear, though.
GTBank, Zenith, Access, First bank, UBA get some Love on Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air and Nigerian bank users have spoken. ‘Who is the love of your life? Who is your crush? Your side boo? Your worst ex? Who will you break up with?’ Here at Ciuci Consulting, our annual banking report – What Retail Banking Customers Want for 2020 has started on a ‘love note’ with the #BankLoveChallenge.
Hong Kong unveils cash handouts as virus deepens economic woes
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam says the government will dip into its financial reserves – some of the world's healthiest – to give cash subsidies to sectors hit hardest by the crisis
Don't Expect The Valve Index To Come To Australia
It may not seem like the biggest deal in the world that the Valve Index isn't available in Australia. But when you consider the fact that the headset launched in June last year, and the closest thing the world has seen to Half-Life 3 is launching in just over a month as a VR-only game, the headset's absence is...
MSME in Tamil Nadu | An up-close view
Tamil Nadu continues to be a vibrant industrial State, with a large base of big factories and small units. The State has an estimated seven lakh registered micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME),
'Maine's Climate Future' documents progression of accelerating change
Nearly every climate-related parameter measured in Maine is accelerating, according to "Maine's Climate Future—2020 Update," the latest report from the University of Maine. The rate of air and sea warming ...
Q&A: Coronavirus likely to infect the global economy
The rapid development of China's coronavirus crisis coincided with the annual idling of much of the country's economic activity due to the Lunar New Year break, which typically runs for a week or two. ...
First gameplay footage surfaces for the PC version of Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary
343 Industries has launched a new flight/beta phase earlier this week, and below you can find the first gameplay footage from Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary.
Elon Musk Agrees Tesla Model 3's Australian Price Seems High
The Model 3 was supposed to be Tesla's budget option for electric vehicle-fans but import fees and taxes meant that for Australians, it was far from that. In a strange omission, it seems Elon Musk agrees it's a bit high too....
Irish judge says Google’s €2.4bn fine is ‘a small amount of cash’
Colm Mac Eochaidh remarks made at appeal hearing at General Court in Luxembourg
CBOT Trends - Wheat up 3-5 cents, corn mixed, soy steady-down 2 cents
CHICAGO, Feb 14 (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 - Up 3 cents to 5 cents per bushel* Some end-of-week bargain buying expected to boost wheat market. Most-active CBOT wheat contract has fallen in three of the four previous trading sessions and is on track for a weekly loss of 1.9%.
USD/CAD slides to 2-week lows, further below mid-1.3200s
The USD/CAD pair maintained its offered tone through the early North-American session and dropped to fresh two-week lows, around the 1.3235 region in
Bristol Bears full-back Mat Protheroe wanted in Wales - reports
The outstanding 23-year-old attacker is out of contract at the end of the season
Oil: St. Valentine brings affection – TDS
There are some risks to be dealing with it yet but energy markets are taking a relaxed St. Valentine’s day, according to analysts at TD Securities. Br
Tesla Sold Shares at Steepest Discount It’s Ever Given Investors
Tesla Inc. investors who got in on Thursday’s share sale received the steepest discount the electric-car maker has offered in its 10-year history as a public company.
Hand sanitisers as London Fashion Week opens amid Covid-19 disruption
LONDON, Feb 14 — Hand sanitisers and face masks were the new must-have accessories as London Fashion Week opened today, in what was expected to be a subdued gathering hit by the absence of many Chinese attendees because of coronavirus. Fashionistas queued for catwalk shows sporting face masks in...
Facebook - This Cash Machine Keeps On Spitting Out Money
Facebook's cash (and cash equivalents) balance keeps on increasing, exceeding the $50Bn mark (~$55Bn at year end 2020). This is fuelled by strong annual operating cash flow, which has now surpassed th
Tesla plans second stock offering to raise more than $2B
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Electric automaker Tesla says it will make a secondary stock offer in a bid to raise more than $2 billion to shore up its balance sheet -- less than two weeks after boss Elon Musk said it "didn't make sense" to raise more money.
January 2020 was Earth’s hottest January on record
WASHINGTON — Last month was the hottest January since scientists began keeping temperature records in 1880, US government forecasters said Thursday. The global average land and ocean surface
Pulses import may fall 60% next fiscal on good crop expectations: IPGA
There would be lower imports next year also because traders might not be able to buy from overseas market, taking advantage of loopholes in the import quota order
Sensex, Nifty fall for 2nd day as banking, auto stocks slide
Banking shares tumbled following the Supreme Court taking a strong note of non-compliance of its order asking telcos to pay ₹1.47 lakh crore in statutory dues.
Volkswagen to shut coal-fired power stations at main factory to cut CO2
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) is shutting down two coal-fired power stations at its main plant in Wolfsburg, Germany and has declined offers to sell them to cut down the company’s carbon dioxide emissions, Chief Executive Herbert Diess said on Friday.
Pfizer Q3 net profit up 5 per cent to ₹139 cr
Drug firm Pfizer Ltd on Friday reported a 5.39 per cent rise in net profit to ₹139.06 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2019. The company had posted a net profit of ₹131.94 crore for the corres
CBDT notifies 10-IC, 10-ID forms for firms to avail lower corporate taxes
Form 10-IC will have to be filed by the companies that wish to avail the beneficial rate of 22 per cent upon relinquishment of the exemptions/incentives offered under the Income Tax Act.
The Peak Season For Cotton Prices Is Approaching
Cotton has moved lower from the mid-January high.A very volatile soft commodity - higher lows since 2000.China has weighed on the price of the fiber.Seasonality favors buying on dips over the coming w
Jitters infect trading, Fed withdraws
A large increase in reported coronavirus infected patients saw European and US investors step away from shares in overnight trading. Initial jitters were eased by a WHO official’s statement that the increase was simply a full accounting of cases so far. US indices recovered and made gains, until the US Federal Reserve announced it was tapering its repurchase agreement program, effectively withdrawing liquidity.
Singapore reports nine new coronavirus cases – Reuters
Singapore has reported nine new confirmed cases of coronavirus infections, the biggest daily jump, on Friday, lifting the total count in the country t
NVIDIA Reports Bang-Up Q4 Earnings On Big Data Center GPU Gains, NVDA Shares Spike
NVIDIA saw big gains from its data center efforts, and investors reacted positively to its overall Q4 earnings report, sending the company's share price up more than 6 percent in early morning trading.
Carney says business must come clean quickly on climate
LONDON, Feb 14 — Bank of England Governor Mark Carney called on the world’s businesses to publish strategies for cutting carbon emissions and adopting cleaner power sources by November, when world leaders meet in Scotland for UN-led climate talks. “It’s not just green assets and divestment...
How much does the average Australian earn?
How much does the average Australian earn? Do you earn more than the average Australian wage earner? How can you earn more?
Tax dept notifies forms for firms to avail lower corporate taxes
In September 2019, the govt announced a cut in base corporate tax for existing companies to 22% from the current 30%.The effective tax rate for existing units will be 25.17% as compared to 34.94% now
Graphite India share turned Rs 1 lakh into Rs 25,000 in 1.5 years; here's why
Graphite India share price, which closed at Rs 1,100 on August 14, 2018 ended at Rs 283 on February 14, 2020
Trump to woo Indian executives during New Delhi visit
NEW DELHI (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump will meet executives of large Indian companies with interests in the United States as he looks to drum up investments during his visit to New Delhi this month.
Is It Finally Time to Be a Believer in Tesla Stock?
With Tesla stock, it isn’t all about the high profile arguments from the bulls and bears. Here's what you should pay attention to.
New Helen Clark Foundation Report Urges Capital Gains Tax
A new report into New Zealand's shortage of affordable housing has called for a capital gains tax.
Russia: Structural reforms needed to support growth – ABN Amro
Economy outlook for the Russian country improved last year but still lacks the structural ingredients to steam a high growth environment, according to
Coronavirus could mean $5 billion in airline losses: UN agency
"Prior to the outbreak, airlines had planned to increase capacity by nine percent on international routes to/from China for the first quarter of 2020 compared to 2019," ICAO said in a statement.
Contemporary Mozambique: 4 Projects that Respond to Present Challenges
Contemporaneous Mozambique: 4 projects that respond to present challenges
These were the best performing ASX 200 shares last week
The IDP Education Ltd (ASX:IEL) share price was among the best performers on the ASX 200 last week…
Binance Adds 15 Fiat Currency Options for Purchasing Crypto
Binance’s debit and credit card partner Simplex is now offering 15 more fiat currencies that are supported for purchasing Bitcoin, Ether and others.
RBS changes name to NatWest in bid to shed legacy of bailout
The majority state-owned U.K. bank RBS announced a name change on Friday as it tries to leave behind its near-collapse during the 2008 financial crisis.
Contemporary Mozambique: 4 Projects that Respond to Present Challenges
Contemporaneous Mozambique: 4 projects that respond to present challenges
Tactical Asset Allocation Views (February 2020)
China and the rest of Asia are likely to see the most pronounced decline in growth for Q1 2020, as economic activity is disrupted from quarantines, factories shutdowns and canceled transportation serv
Friday’s analyst upgrades and downgrades
Inside the Market’s roundup of some of today’s key analyst actions
Aphria Stock Isn’t Profitable Enough to Be Worth the Risk
Aphria's results indicated that its profitability is weakening. As a result, Aphria stock is unattractive at this point.
Could Beyond Meat Stock Beef Up Your Portfolio?
As Beyond Meat stock is already up significantly in 2020, it may be time to take some money off the table.
The Witcher Book and Game Sales Are Up 500% on Last Year
Coins, tossed.
Microsoft: Chromium Edge is about to get even faster, as these speed tests show
Microsoft's new speed benchmarks suggest it's no longer about Edge versus Chrome.
Work begins on new Applegreen filling station at Dundalk Retail Park - Talk of the Town
Construction work has begun on the new Applegreen filling station at Dundalk Retail Park. Contractors have moved in in recent days to begin groundworks on the site, located in front of the existing KFC drive thru. ‘Coming soon’ posters have also been erected on site outlining that the Applegreen is on the way and will...Read More→
KT Rama Rao hits out at Finance Commission over reduced states devolution
The reduction in devolution to 41 per cent from 42 per cent earlier will lead to an up to Rs 4,000 crore hit to Telangana, Rao told reporters on the sidelines of the NTLF here.
USD/JPY: Aiming 110.00 again
Japanese Tertiary Industry Index came in negative for December but beat expectations, while US Retail Sales and Michigan Consumer Sentiment will close
The PlayStation 5 could cost as much as $470 as Sony reportedly struggles to keep the cost of parts down
Sony is struggling with growing manufacturing costs driving up the cost of its next-generation console the PlayStation 5,Bloomberg reports.
10 things you need to know before the opening bell
This is what traders are talking about.
Govt expects to complete Air India sale in first half of FY21: DIPAM secy
The deadline for submitting the EoI is March 17
Manyisa Gears Up To Unveil Incredible R670k Sports Car
Oupa Manyisa was amongst a few Mamelodi Sundowns stars who geared up to help unveil a highly anticipated sports car that retails for a whopping R679 000.
Market Wrap, Feb 14: Sensex falls 202 pts post AGR verdict
Among telcos, Vodafone Idea tumbled over 23 per cent to Rs 3.44 apiece on the BSE post the AGR verdict
Czech Republuc: Healthy economy – ABN Amro
Anke Martens from ABN Amro summarize the situation of the Czech economy which has good health. EUR/CZK trades at 24.7815 as has fallen since January.
Report: Middle East and Africa’s Blockchain Spending to Surge 400% by 2023
The International Data Corporation projects that Middle East and Africa’s blockchain spending would surge from $21 million in 2019 to $105 million by 2023.
By 2060, a quarter of U.S. residents will be over age 65
Although women are still projected to live longer than men by 2060, as they do now, life expectancy is expected to grow larger for men than woman.
'No law left in country?' SC raps DoT officer on staying top court verdict on telcos' AGR dues
The Supreme Court on Friday asked Telecom companies why contempt proceedings should not be initiated against them for failing to pay over Rs 1.50 lakh crore Adjusted Gross Revenue to the Centre and
India’s pulses import may fall 60% next fiscal: IPGA
There would be lower imports next year also because traders might not be able to buy from overseas market, says IGPA Chairman
Gold prices rise ₹75, silver gains ₹147
Gold prices on Friday rose by ₹75 to ₹41,481 per 10 grams in the national capital amid rupee depreciation, according to HDFC Securities. Likewise, silver also gained ₹147 to ₹47,036 per kg from ₹46,88
Data from Spotify Suggest That Listeners Are Gloomiest in February
Around the world, the most popular tunes this month will be depressing ones [Editor's note: the link may be paywalled.]. From a report: Residents of the northern hemisphere might think that their moods are worst in January. Christmas is over, the nights are long and summer is a distant prospect. New...
What every Canadian investor needs to know today
A look at the morning’s market action
EUR/USD Price Analysis: The focus shifted to the 1.0814 level
The sell-off in EUR/USD seems to have met some (lasting?) contention in the 1.0830/25 band, or new 2020 lows recorded during early trade. The increasi
Mozambique on recovery path after cyclones
IMF paints a picture of hope a year after Idai and Kenneth's devastation.
Erdoğan's South America visit was milestone for ties, Paraguayan ambassador says
Despite the ocean between them, Turkey and Paraguay recently tapped into their shared economic potential and are now keen to make up for lost...
DealBook: Delta Plans to Go Carbon Neutral. Yes, You Read That Right.
The airline pledges to spend at least $1 billion to buy emission offsets and invest in more efficient planes, new fuel sources and carbon-capture technologies.
Biggest jump in world defence spending in 10 years: study
Global spending on defence rose by four percent in 2019, the largest growth in 10 years, led by big increases from the US and China, a study said Friday.
SBI a value play, buy Page Industries on dips: Rahul Shah, MOFSL
The economy is bottoming out and rural consumption is definitely growing. Plus, this quarters numbers have been fairly decent. I do not think there could be any more pain here for the auto sector in coming month, says Rahul Shah, Vice President, Broking & Distribution - Motilal Oswal Financial Services.
Ex-SoftBank employee indicted over alleged leak to Russian envoy in Japan
A former SoftBank Corp. employee was indicted Friday on a charge of illegally acquiring corporate secrets, which breaks the law on preventing unfair compet
REPORT: PlayStation 5 Price Revealed, Priced Higher Than Sony Wants
Sony is having some difficulty finding a happy middle ground regarding the price of its upcoming next-generation console PlayStation 5.
9 Food and Restaurant Stocks to Dine In On
Should the economy keeping rolling like it is, these nine food and restaurant stocks to buy will likely surprise many investors.
Irdai concerned over rising hospital tariffs, plans to standardise charges
"We plan to introduce a system in which people will have the liberty to choose their TPAs," Irdai member said
No, Rahul Gandhi. The Modi govt is taking the coronavirus threat VERY seriously.
When you look at the facts, the picture that emerges is of a country that may not be ideally equipped to tackle the coronavirus epidemic but is still trying sincerely -- and not of an administration that "is not taking this threat seriously".
No One Can Kill The A-10 Warthog, Not Even The U.S. Military
Congress wants this plane to live forever.
Poland: No hurry to raise interest rates – ABN Amro
Economists at ABN Amro analyze the outlook for the Polish economy in 2020, which is expected to grow at a slower pace. EUR/PLN is dealt at 4.2426 as h
Eastern Cape protesters disrupt funeral procession for ANC councillor's mother
Residents of Peace Village in KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage, have made good on their threat to disrupt funeral processions until the paving of Siwani Street is complete.
UK carrier Three deploying 5G in time for ‘critical’ launch of new iPhones
UK carrier Three is launching 5G service at the end of the month, saying that this year's flagship iPhones will be a 'critical' point in demand ...
Renault reports first net losses in decade for 2019
Renault also took a hit from a decline in the financial contribution of a likewise struggling Nissan
USD/CAD drops below 1.3250 as WTI rebounds above $52
The USD/CAD pair continues to react to crude oil's performance in the absence of significant macroeconomic data releases on Friday. As of writing, the
Foreigners Dump Turkish Local Assets by Close to Record Amounts
Turkish local assets were hit last week by one of the largest bouts of foreign disinvestment in the last five years, Deutsche Bank said on Friday. The outflow signaled bearish market sentiment towards Turkey, which has seen the lira weaken in recent
Erdogan vows to take Pakistan-Turkey trade volume to US$ 5 billion
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said that there is a vast scope for increasing the current Pakistan-Turkey trade volume of US$ 800 million, and vowed to take it to US$ 1 billion in the first phase and eventually to US$ 5 billion later, the Dispatch News Desk (DND) news agency reported. While addressing the Pakistan-Turkey Business Forum in Islamabad on Friday, Erdogan said that we want to take the commercial relations between the two brotherly Countries to the same level as political ties. Tayyip Erdogan said that Pakistan and Turkey can collaborate in a number of industries for their mutual benefit, adding that we should not allow protectionism or trade walls between us. Live Stream: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan Speech at Pakistan- Turkey Business Forum in Islamabad (14.02.2020)#WelcomeErdoganToPakistan #PakTurkFriendship #PrimeMinisterImranKhan #Pakistan 🇵🇰 #Turkey 🇹🇷@RTErdogan https://t.co/oMp2F5r9Tp — Prime Minister’s Office, Pakistan (@PakPMO) February 14, 2020…
Supreme Court rejects telecom operators' plea for new schedule for AGR payments
The telecom companies appealed before the top court challenging its verdict on Rs 92,000 crore past dues
Valaris February 2020 Fleet Status Report Analysis
Valaris releases its new fleet status report.There is a number of developments on the floater front, but jobs remain short-term in nature.The company also announces several rig retirements.
4 ASX shares to watch in week 3 of reporting season
Here are 4 great ASX shares to watch during the busiest week of February's ASX reporting season.
Falling Oil Prices An Economic Warning Sign
Global demand has already been falling for the last several months, and oil prices are sending warnings that market hopes for a global reflation are likely not a reality.Falling gasoline prices have h
3 Big Things Today, February 14, 2020
Soybean and grain futures were little changed in overnight trading as the coronavirus spreads.
Former Anglo finance chief Willie McAteer expelled from accounting body
Membership of Chartered Accountants Ireland revoked and payment of €15,000 towards tribunal costs agreed
CBDT notifies forms for firms to avail lower corporate taxes
The move comes after the government had slashed corporate tax rate last year in September as a measure to boost economic activity. The base corporate tax for existing companies was brought down to 22% from the current 30% while for new manufacturing firms, the tax was reduced to 15 per cent from the current 25 per cent.
Biggest jump in world defence spending in 10 years: study
Global spending on defence rose by four percent in 2019, the largest growth in 10 years, led by big increases from the US and China, a study said Friday.
These were the worst performing ASX 200 shares last week
The Blackmores Limited (ASX:BKL) share price was among the worst performers on the ASX 200 last week…
SpiceJet reports 21% rise in Q3 profit to ₹78 crore
If the airline had not recognized such ‘other income’, it would have reported a loss of ₹173.19 crore.Expenses at the airline increased by about 56% from a year ago to about ₹3,848.61 crore in Q3
Adani Enterprises signs 50-year agreements with AAI for 3 airports
Having won bids, AEL had also set up a subsidiary Adani Airports Ltd which would operate, manage and develop the airports
Maxar Technologies to Host Investor Briefing on March 4, 2020
WESTMINSTER, Colo. — Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) (TSX:MAXR), a trusted partner and innovator in Earth Intelligence and Space Infrastructure, today announced that members of senior management will present an overview of the Company’s business, recent financial results, and strategic priorities on March 4, 2020, beginning at 8:00 a.
Stockholm enters Global Cities top 30 for the first time - CityAM
With a strong economy and commitment to reducing its environmental impact, Stockholm is the first Scandinavian city to make the [...]
RBI’s lending push amid inflation to crimp fixed deposit (FD) returns
Soon after the RBI monetary policy review earlier this month, banks dropped their fixed deposit rates. Mint explains the implications of the RBI action
The Market Place: Sky Bet Movers, Price Boosts and Trader Tip
Penny Marlow at Fakenham is the best-backed horse of the day with Sky Bet. We have all the movers, Price Boosts plus a traders' tip.
Minister: Malaysia to cut red tapes, streamline investment process
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Malaysia will be undertaking extensive reforms of the investment process to improve the ease of doing business for both foreign and domestic investors, the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) said. “Investors can expect red tape to be cut, bureaucracy to...
HC stays CCI’s order for investigation on Amazon, Flipkart
The Karnataka High Court on Friday stayed the January 13 order of the Competition Commission of India initiating an investigation to find out whether e-commerce majors Amazon and Flipkart have violate
Highlights from #SONA2020: In case you missed it
Watch the video as our editor, Nicolette Pombo-Van Zyl, gives you a quick update on #SONA2020 in case you missed it, which was on presented 13 February.
Say Hello To The 2020 Harley-Davidson Ford F-250
As trucks go, arguably none are as iconic as the Ford F-Series - not only the best-selling pickup truck in ...
Tips to Make Your Android Phone Great Again
Smartphone season is here with us with the local launch of midrange phones like the vivo Y19, Huawei’s Nova 5T and the flagship Samsung’s S20 series. New smartphones being launched will soon pick up the pace and it’s going to be hard to ignore the announcements. If you’ve been keeping up with smartphone trends, you’ll […]
The PlayStation 5 could cost as much as $470 as Sony reportedly struggles to keep the cost of parts down
PlayStation insiders said exactly where the company prices the PS5 will depend on where rival Microsoft prices its next-generation Xbox.
FIRS: Tax waivers, illicit flows responsible for low revenue
The FIRS says it has not been able to meet its revenue target because of non-discretionary tax waiver grants and illicit financial flows
Keep some powder dry, invest rest in 4 sectors: Gurmeet Chadha
Look at the last one-year return at the shorter end of the yield curve. Even if we have not taken any duration risk, we have clocked 10-12% kind of a return in the short-term debt category which is almost equal to the Nifty return of last one year, says Gurmeet Chadha, Co-founder, Complete Circle Consultants.
Petrol, diesel prices up
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — The retail prices of RON97 and RON95 petrol will be higher by two sen per litre, at RM2.36 and RM2.06, respectively, for the week beginning midnight tonight up to Feb 21. A Finance Ministry statement said the price of diesel will be higher by six sen per litre,...
Politics And The Markets 2/14/20
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Edelweiss Q3 profit drops 93% to Rs 17 crore; debt-to-equity ratio improves
Consolidated expenditure of the company increased to Rs 2,598.06 crore in Q3FY20 over Rs 2,439.14 crore in Q3FY19.
Pertamina to kick off gas, oil exploration in Thousand Islands in March
Upstream oil and gas company PT Pertamina Hulu Energi (PHE) Offshore Southeast Sumatra (OSES) plans to start oil and gas exploration in the Thousand Islands, north of Jakarta’s coast, next month.
Smart Speaker Market In The Q4, 2019. Amazon and Google Lead
The smart speaker market is still led by Google and Amazon due to the first-movers' advantages. Apple ranks sixth with its HomePod.
Has the battle to feed humanity been won?
There’s been just enough good news to keep us going this week, and often an Upside surprises you
The Multibillion Dollar Canal Carving a Rift Through Erdogan's Turkey
The largest infrastructure project Turkey has ever undertaken is angering environmentalists, opposition politicians and potentially Moscow
German economy stagnates as eurozone records weakest growth in seven years
Germany and the eurozone also face the possibility of disrupted trade with Britain, which left the EU on January 31
Lumber Is Quietly Rising
Lumber has not followed crude oil and copper.An industrial commodity for construction.Rates in the U.S. favor new home building.Levels to watch in the lumber futures market.The futures are dangerous;
XRP Outperforms Top 5 Cryptos, Unfazed by BitMEX Crash
The price of XRP recovered remarkably after the BitMEX crash, which led to heavy liquidations. Now, XRP is the best-performing coin among the leading 5
Whenever my husband and I talk about investing, we fight. How can we get on the same path?
He has almost $100,000 invested in a high interest savings account which I don’t think is an efficient strategy
How bioinformatics bolster the fight against the coronavirus
The WHO and other experts still wonder why COVID-19 has remained undetected in Indonesia. The government has evacuated Indonesian citizens from Wuhan, the origin of the virus, to Natuna Island for quarantine.
Were these the best results on the ASX last week?
Why I think Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX:CBA) and these ASX shares delivered the strongest results last week…
Frontline CEO Robert Hvide Macleod On Crude Tanker Markets (Podcast Transcript)
As part of the Virtual Tanker Forum, Value Investor's Edge Live hosted Robert Hvide Macleod, CEO of Frontline.Macleod discussed the dynamics of the crude tanker markets, their scrubber installation pr
Tamil Nadu electorate is now 6.13 crore, up by 13 lakh
Women voters surpass men, 6,497 transpersons in electorate
South Africa: Rand best CEEMEA performer this week – Rabobank
The South African rand was on track to end this week as the best performer amongst its CEEMEA peers after President Ramaphosa’s speech, Piort Matys fr
Car-sized prehistoric South American turtle was built for battle
One of the largest turtles that ever lived prowled the lakes and rivers of northern South America from about 13 million years ago to 7 million years ago - and this car-sized freshwater beast was built for battle.
SpiceJet shares climb nearly 6% after Q3 results
In the 2018 December quarter, the carrier recorded a profit of Rs 55 crore.
Alviva shares crash 25% as ICT distribution comes up short
Shares in technology distribution group Alviva Holdings tumbled more than 25% in intraday trading in Johannesburg on Friday after it shocked investors with a profit warning.
iQOO 3 with Snapdragon 865 chipset, 5G connectivity will debut in India on February 25
The Snapdragon 865-powered iQOO 3 5G will debut in India on February 25. It is also slated to be launched in China on the very same day.
Telecom dept orders telcos to clear dues by February 14 midnight
Bharti Airtel offered the Department of Telecom to pay ₹10,000 crore by February 20.
Bernie Sanders on Social Security: Everything You Need to Know
Here's a look at how Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders would tackle Social Security's $13.9 trillion long-term cash shortfall.
If You Like Fuel Cell Energy, Bloom Energy Might Be The Safer Bet
While FCEL stock is an interesting play, FuelCell Energy reported disappointing Q4 2019 results, making Bloom Energy the safer play.
Foreign investors in row over Lebanese debt
Ashmore has locked horns with other creditors, including Pimco
US January industrial output falls on weather, Boeing drop
WASHINGTON, Feb 14 — US industrial production fell 0.3 per cent in January as unseasonably warm weather held down the output of utilities and Boeing Co slowed production of civilian aircraft, the Federal Reserve said today. The Fed said manufacturing production fell 0.1 per cent in January,...
U.S. Dollar Rises On Continued Flow Of 'Safe Haven' Money
The recent rise in the value of the US dollar appears to be connected with the flow of risk averse monies seeking a safe haven investment.This is not a new factor for US markets as the country has rec
Dan Loeb’s Third Point Discloses $115M ViacomCBS Stake
The hedge fund also revealed that it cut its holdings in Fox Corp. by more than 37 percent, and acquired a $130 million stake in Amazon.
Storm Dennis and spring-like temperatures in NL on Sunday
Storm Dennis is on its way and expected to hit the Netherlands during the early hours on Sunday morning, followed by a stormy day with unseasonably mild temperatures, according to Weeronline. Dennis
Temasek arm sells Rs 204 crore Godrej Agrovet shares
The shares were offloaded on an average price of Rs 539.13, valuing the transaction at Rs 204.04 crore.
Flight centre resumes sales of SAA tickets
The insurer linked to flight centre reinstated insolvency cover for SAA.
State apprehensive over Indo-U.S. trade talks
Sunil Kumar writes to Centre seeking safeguards for farmers
Tax service suddenly halts thousands of provisional tax refunds; MPs want explanation
The Tax Authority suspended the provisional tax refund of 124,000 people in January, a significant increase compared to the between 79 thousand and 82 thousand halted in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
India needs urgent structural reforms: IMF
India urgently needs more ambitious structural and financial sector reform measures and a medium-term fiscal consolidation strategy due to the rising debt levels while ensuring a more accommodative fi
Adani group, AAI ink pacts for managing three airports
Adani group, AAI ink pacts for managing three airports Mumbai, Feb 14 ( PTI) Adani Group on Friday inked agreements with the Airports Authority of India (AAI) for the management, operations and development of Ahmedabad, Mangaluru and Lucknow airports. "Today, as we sign the concession agreements for Mangaluru, Lucknow & A'bad with the AAI, its the beginning of another historic journey catering to India's exponential airport infra demands," Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani said in a tweet.
AUD/USD: Recovery not guaranteed
AUD/USD has been on the rise amid a calmer market mood. However, technically, the pair shows signs of a short-term drop, according to Yohay Elam from
What’s It Going to Take for Zillow to Get Back to $150?
Zillow Group’s latest partnership with regional homebuilders could help Z stock and ZG stock get to $150. Here’s why.
Huawei, Meng face new US charges of trade secrets theft
Chinese tech giant Huawei has been hit with fresh US criminal charges alleging a "decades-long" effort to steal trade secrets from American companies.
US: UoM Consumer Confidence improves to 100.9 in February from 99.8
The University of Michigan's Survey of Consumers revealed that the Index of Consumer Sentiment in February improved to 100.9 (preliminary) from 99.8 i
SC pulls up DoT for non-collection of AGR dues
Airtel to pay ₹10,000 crore by February 20
Asian Defence Spending Increases By More Than 50% In 10 Years, Report Says
The International Institute for Strategic Studies study suggests 2019 saw the largest yearly global defence-spending rise in a decade.
Amsterdam could ban tourists visiting cannabis cafes and red light district
Thousands take advantage of the Dutch city's relaxed laws but now even the red light district is out of bounds as Amsterdam struggles to cope with huge numbers of visitors
7 Highlights of Foldable Smartphones: A Brief History of Foldable Design
Foldables: either the future of mobile or a very expensive fad consumer product.
Woman forced to rob bank during first date with man she met on dating app
Christopher Castillo met the woman on a dating app then made her rob a bank with him.
‘Party on wheels’: Elephants travelling in lorries snack on sugarcane loaded on another truck
The two elephants were travelling through Nakhon Sawan, northern Thailand, when they decided to snack from a truck carrying sugarcane next to them.
School climate strikers join Valentine's Day protests across world
In UK, students march on first anniversary of nationwide protests by young people
EXD: Still Showing Value Compared To The Other Similar Eaton Vance Funds
EXD is still not getting the same love as other Eaton Vance option funds.The strategy switch it embarked on is coming up on being deployed for almost one full year.We are seeing similar returns to its
In the Face of New, 100% Tariffs, What Spirits to Stock Up On Now
Whiskies, cognac, Campari, bottles of Champagne—America’s favorite European wine and spirits may soon be out of reach for consumers
The Sony PS5 Is Making the PS4 Look Cheap
Bloomberg is reporting that Sony is having a problem driving the price down on this year’s PS5. The console is expected to launch later this year, but Sony is struggling to get the cost of manufacturing below $450 per unit.
CPPIB reports 3.6% rate of return after expenses in third quarter
Net assets for the Toronto-based fund manager grew to $420.4 billion as of Dec. 31, up from $409.5 billion at the end of the previous quarter.
The casino hub of Macau will give residents money to keep its economy going during the coronavirus pandemic
Macau will give permanent residents 2.2 billion patacas, equivalent to $US274.9 million, to boost its economy once the deadly coronavirus outbreak subsides, according to officials.
USD/TRY: CBRT rate cut will not impact the lira – TDS
The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (CBRT) will announce on Wednesday, 19 February its policy rate. A rate cut is expected for economists at TD
Euro rebounds as U.S. stocks drop, growth concerns remain
NEW YORK — The euro bounced against thegreenback on Friday as U.S. stocks declined from record highs,though concerns about growth in the eurozone are expected tokeep weighing on the single currency.
Don Dokken Expects Surgery ‘Trauma’ to Last a Year
Don Dokken said he was recovering the use of his hands at one percent a day following the trauma of spine surgery in February 2020.
Covid-19 hits Chinese health workers as economy limps back to life
BEIJING, Feb 14 — The new coronavirus has infected 1,700 Chinese health workers and killed six, authorities said today, as businesses struggled to balance containment measures with a return from an extended post-holiday break. Authorities reported 5,090 new cases in mainland China, including more...
Plastics tax, carbon-trading cash to cover EU’s Brexit gap, officials say
BRUSSELS, Feb 14 — Top European Union official Charles Michel proposed today filling the Brexit gap in the EU’s next long-term budget with revenue from a new tax on plastics and funds from trading carbon emissions. Presenting a so-called negotiating box, which will form the basis of intense...
Man arrested after stealing, crashing tow truck in downtown Vancouver
A man has been arrested after stealing a BCAA truck that was towing another vehicle and crashing it into a Mobi bike rack in downtown Vancouver Thursday.
Ants, bats and birds evicted for new German Tesla plant
BERLIN, Feb 14 — US electric car giant Tesla began clearing forest for its first European “Gigafactory” near Berlin yesterday, and is now racing against the clock to rehouse ants, birds and hibernating bats. Workers have started clearing a 92-hectare area of forest at the site in Gruenheide...
Canopy Rivers swings to loss, withdraws guidance on industry headwinds
TORONTO — Canopy Rivers Inc. says it swung to a loss in its third quarter of 2020 and has withdrawn its full-year guidance over multiple headwinds in the cannabis industry. The venture capital arm of Canopy Growth says it had a net loss of $2.
Delta will invest $1 billion to become first carbon-neutral airline
Delta will invest $1 billion over the next decade in an effort to become the world's first carbon-neutral airline, the company announced Friday.
You can now stream Pandora on the Apple Watch without an iPhone
Pandora has updated its app to support streaming directly from the Apple Watch without being required to be connected to an iPhone.
Manufacturing industry still shrinking despite some January growth
The manufacturing industry is off to a sluggish start with the sector in contraction for the second month in a row. The BNZ-Business New Zealand Performance of Manufacturing Index was 49.6 for January, up on December's 49.3. A reading above 50 points to expansion. BNZ senior economist Craig Ebert said despite the figure, it was still a decent outcome. "Very precisely it's a contraction, but in the broad scheme of things it's pretty much stable.
US core retail sales unchanged in January
WASHINGTON, Feb 14 — US consumer spending appears to have slowed further in January, with sales at clothing stores declining by the most since 2009, which could raise concerns about the economy’s ability to continue expanding at a moderate pace. The Commerce Department said today retail sales...
Indian Overseas Bank to focus on MSME-lending: CEO
Laying more focus on the MSME segment, Indian Overseas Bank (IOB) will increase its lending to the sector from ₹31,000 crore at present to ₹50,000 crore in a couple of years from now, said a top offi
Textile industry told to diversify to polyester to boost exports
Ravi Capoor, Secretary (Textiles), has urged the industry to diversify to polyester textile products to boost exports.His advice follows the government’s decision to abolish anti-dumping duty on P
Tipperary property - beautiful family home in Cappawhite for €240,000
FAMILY HOME WITH FOUR BEDROOMS
FG shares N8.15 trillion with states, others in 2019
N8.15 trillion of the Federation Account distributions was reportedly shared by the Federal, States and Local Governments in 2019.
Street's Most Famous Bear Worries Retail Investors Don't Appreciate Corporate Debt Risk
Albert Edwards gave an interview to Bloomberg this week, and much of the discussion centered around the risks embedded in investment grade debt.There's a ton of nuance to this discussion, and I want t
Indonesia: BI to stay on hold – Standard Chartered
Indonesia will release trade data on 17 February and the Bank of Indonesia (BI) will hold its monthly meeting on 19-20 February. Economists at Standar
10+ Rich People Who Went Broke Talk About What Life After Bankruptcy Is All About
All of us face loss at some point in life: whether it is the betrayal of a friend or a significant other, the passing of a loved one, or financial trouble. While most people spend their energy earning money, others possess multimillion dollar wealth — but none of us are 100% protected from failure.
Coronavirus scare leaves China's empty restaurants selling off stocks
Wang Chuanchao shuttered his restaurant in central Beijing three weeks ago as the scare over the coronavirus epidemic in country kept customers ...
Modell’s Brings On Advisers Amid Slumping Sales, Online Competition
Modell's Sporting Goods has brought on a trio of advisers with the inclusion of a chief restructuring officer in response to disappointing sales.
Fortis Q3 net loss narrows to Rs 69.32 cr on good show in hospital business
The third quarter of 2019-20 continues to witness earnings growth with margin expansion in the hospitals business
Consumer Sentiment Soars on Improved Optimism and Best Income Gains Since 1960
Consumer sentiment climbed again in early February, moving toward the highest level in 15 years. | Economy
Momo: Cheap By Any Metric
MOMO is a fast growth, Chinese tech company with a gigantic addressable market that is priced like a value stock.MOMO is cheap compared to other dating app/site companies and other Chinese social medi
QOTD: Which Niche Survives at Mercedes-Benz?
There's four vehicles on the potential chopping block, each with a list of attributes and a niche to fill. If you called the shots in Stuttgart, which one would live on?
Vodafone's India operation on brink of bankruptcy after court ruling
India's Supreme Court has rejected an application to delay the payment of billions of dollars in backdated taxes and penalties that bankrupt Vodafone Idea.
Amazon, Disney and Apple Top MLBM's Brand Intimacy Study
However, PlayStation and Xbox formed the strongest bonds with Millennial and Gen Z consumers.
Best-ever January for housing market as mortgages, house sales skyrocket
Turkish house sales jumped 55.8% year-on-year in January, the best-ever start to the year for the housing market, according to a national statistical body...
Best Drill Interceptions In The Metals Mining Sector For The Week Ended February 9, 2020
Walker River with Bonanza grade gold interception in Nevada.Gran Colombia discovers new high-grade gold zone at Marmato in Colombia.Erdene continues to deliver good drill results from its Mongolian pr
Japanese Regulator Blacklists AAFX, Justforex and GlobePro
The Kanto finance bureau of Japan’s Ministry of Finance (MoF) on Friday reminded the public to exercise caution when dealing with affiliates or introducing brokers of unregulated FX companies.
Shropshire care specialist awards staff pay rises
A company has decided to smash through the current salaries for care staff and introduce pay rises of up to 55 per cent above minimum wage.
The iPhone’s Days as the Driver of Apple Stock Are Numbered
Apple's growth has been driven by the iPhone, but an analyst says that in 2020, other catalysts will drive the performance of Apple stock.
Goldman Sachs-backed intel analytics co Cyfirma raises funds from Z3Partners
The firm has raised $8 million till date.Funds to be used to enhance its predictive capabilities
HubSpot: A Growth Stock For The Long Term
Shares of HubSpot rocketed up more than ~7% after the company reported Q4 results and released FY20 guidance.The company is also projecting continued strong ~25% y/y revenue growth in FY20.Perhaps mor
Yamana Gold: Digging Into The FY-2019 Report
Yamana Gold reported FY-2019 production results, meeting both cost and annual production guidance, and is expecting similar operating metrics for FY-2020.The company raised its dividend yet again last
Census: U.S. life expectancy to keep rising, but at slower rate by 2060
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- Americans will continue to lengthen their lifespans in the coming decades, albeit at a slower rate, with average life expectancy stretching by more than six years by 2060, the U.S. Census reported Friday.
Bloomberg leads in Florida: Poll
Michael Bloomberg took the lead in a new Florida Democratic primary poll, showing positive results for the former New York City mayor's expensive campaign strategy.
Lonestar Resources: Likely To Be Overwhelmed By Debt Burden And Interest Costs
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Lee Child says united Ireland 'hundreds of years overdue'
One of Britain's most famous authors has told of his hopes for a united Ireland, saying the move is hundreds of years overdue.
Gold: Investors keep the bright metal with fondness
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Author Lee Child: A united Ireland is hundreds of years overdue
The best-selling writer said he is in the process of applying for an Irish passport.
Low prices dash hopes of turmeric farmers
Actual price would be decided after the harvest picks up, says trader
India must focus on skill-based education
Initiating vocational training at the school level will make young people employment-ready and also boost India’s competitiveness
Shell confirms Singapore Covid-19 case, sends staff home after another scare
SINGAPORE, Feb 14 — Shell said today a contractor working at its Singapore refinery had contracted Covid-19, as the city state reported its biggest jump in new cases so far. The oil giant said earlier it had sent some staff home from its main office in Singapore after discovering another employee...
Japan: GDP to have turned negative – Standard Chartered
Japan is scheduled to release preliminary Q4 GDP data on 17 February, trade data for January and core machine orders for December on 19 February and C
EFCC: How a corps member’s petition made us recover N320m from INEC
Abdullahi Lawal, Sokoto zonal head of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), says a petition by a corps member led to the recovery of N320 million from the Independent Electoral
Sony is struggling with PlayStation 5 price due to costly parts: report
Sony is reportedly trying to get flash memory components that are expensive and in short supply due to smartphone manufacturers.
Lawmakers open groundwater fight against bottled water companies
Washington state, land of sprawling rainforests and glacier-fed rivers, might soon become the first in the nation to ban water bottling companies from tapping spring-fed sources.
New NAFTA will pass Commons, PM Trudeau tells U.S. lawmakers
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is telling U.S. lawmakers that he's confident his Liberal government will 'have the votes' for the House of Commons to ratify the new North American trade deal in the coming weeks.
Plant 100 saplings, court tellsIndustries and Commerce Director
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A Seismic Shift? Kraken Releases January Bitcoin Volatility Report
Kraken Intelligence, our team of in-house research experts, has released its Bitcoin Volatility Report for January, 2020. Key Takeaways BTC’s +30.3% price appreciation marked its best start to the year since 2013. Stronger 1-month correlations with gold, oil, and US treasuries suggest that the Iran-US…
Tesco under fire for blocking rival stores opening nearby
Tesco has come under fire for stifling competition in the grocery market for up to 10 years, preventing rivals from opening stores near their own. The competition watchdog said it first approached the country's largest supermarket chain on the issue in 2018 after uncovering evidence it had been stopping landlords from letting property to rivals The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said the supermarket may have reduced competition by unlawfully leaning on its landlords not to rent nearby sites to rivals, leaving shoppers worse off. The watchdog stopped short of fining Tesco because it is unable to do so under current rules.
Author Lee Child: A united Ireland is hundreds of years overdue
The best-selling writer said he is in the process of applying for an Irish passport.
How to get the best deal on your trade-in car
If you’re bringing an old car to the dealership as part of your negotiations for a new set of wheels, your job is to squeeze every possible dollar out of the vehicle you’re trading in
Forex reserves soar to record $473 b
India’s foreign exchange reserves rose by $1.701 billion to a lifetime high of $473 billion in the week to February 7 on account of the increase in foreign currency assets, according to RBI data. In t
S&P 500, Dow little changed amid Covid-19 worries; Nvidia forecast buoys Nasdaq
NEW YORK, Feb 14 — The S&P 500 and the Dow barely moved today, as worries over an economic hit from the coronavirus outbreak refrained investors from making big bets ahead of a long weekend, while gains in Nvidia shares kept the Nasdaq in positive territory. Adding to the downbeat sentiment...
Global defense spending sees biggest jump in 10 years, report says
Global spending on defense rose by 4% in 2019, the largest growth in 10 years, led by big increases in the U.S. and China, a study said Friday. The...
Free delivery, free food and discounts: local eateries fight plunging business amid coronavirus fears, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - F&B brands Business Insider spoke to said they were adopting new measures to attract customers, mainly centred around delivery and discounts.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Shree Cement's Dec-quarter pre-tax profit up 2.8% at Rs 409 crore
PBT in Q3 of the last fiscal year stood at Rs 398.5 crore
Asian market helps Manulife and Sun Life in latest quarters
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Bitcoin to Form Golden Cross but It Cannot Guarantee a Bull Run
Bitcoin traders are enthusiastic about a textbook technical indicator whose formation could send the asset's prices higher. Dubbed as Golden Cross, the
Tax reform, policy uncertainties to cause oil drop in Nigeria, WoodMac warns
A new report by consultancy firm, Wood Mackenzie, has disclosed that Nigeria’s crucial energy sector could experience a 35% decline in oil output.
It Turns Out That, Yes, Americans Want More Answers About Hunter's Work in Ukraine
Over the past few weeks Democratic senators insisted that Hunter Biden's work for the corrupt Ukrainian gas company Burisma Holdings was irrelevant to the Senate impeachment trial of President Trump. It turns out the American people don't agree. In a new Politico/Morning Consult poll, most of those surveyed agreed that Hunter's presence on the board of Burisma, where he raked in thousands of dollars while his dad was vice president of the United States, was "inappropriate." Fifty-seven percent said it was a scandal.
Eveready's Dec-quarter pre-tax profit jumps on asset sale to Rs 110 crore
The pre-tax profit, adjusted against the one-time land sale and separation costs, remained flat at Rs 21.20 crore
Could Micron Stock Run Up to Its 20-Year-Old High Near $97?
MU stock is trying to repeat the breakout it had in 2017. If so, there could be enough upside potential to possibly break a 20-year-old high.
Consulting firms lead recruitment at IIMB
Made 147 offers; overall, 428 students got 518 offers
Africa's wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, acquires additional shares worth $3.99 million in his Cement business
Africa's wealthiest man, Aliko Dangote, has acquired additional shares worth $3.99 million (N1.45 billion) in his publicly-listed company, Dangote Cement.
ONGC's Dec-quarter PBT halves to Rs 5,998 cr on fall in oil, gas prices
Standalone net profit in the period at Rs 4,152 crore was 49.8 per cent lower than Rs 8,263 crore net profit in the same period of the previous fiscal year
Stock investors say Ramaphosa’s speech was too light on details
Market participants will look for answers in the budget speech.
Mo Troper's Natural Beauty Is a Masterclass in Sweet 'n' Sour Power-Pop
Power-pop has always been a genre rife with criminally overlooked talents, and Mo Troper fits snugly into that lineage.
Team Sapura Cycling score historic win at 2020 Le Tour de Langkawi
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Malaysian continental team, Team Sapura Cycling (TSC), created history by becoming the first local outfit to emerge overall champions in the 2020 Le Tour de Langkawi (LTdL) here today. TSC were adjudged the best team with a combined time of 80 hours 02 minutes 45...
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip quickly sells out in Korea, strong demand in the U.S. too
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip pre-orders went live today in the United States and South Korea and it seems to be in high demand. In Korea, the Z Flip sold out in 30 minutes across certain stores.
Trudeau tells U.S. lawmakers he’s confident Liberal government will ‘have the votes’ to ratify USMCA
The agreement is expected to become the law of the land about three months after Canada passes its implementation bill
Interim EconMin Popescu in Mangalia: I am very pleased with how Damen Shipyard developed
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Xiaomi Mi 10 Sells Out in Just 60 Seconds but Future Stock May Be in Short Supply for a Limited Time
Xiaomi has revealed that the first batch of the Mi 10 series was sold out within a minute of going live in China
USD/CAD rebounds from session lows, trades above 1.3250
The USD/CAD pair dropped to a daily low of 1.3233 during the early trading hours of the American session but easily erased a large portion of its loss
Cosatu says SA seeks to cut 30 000 state jobs, freeze pay
That’s part of the state’s proposal to reduce its wage bill, according to the union.
Jeff Bezos Buying $165 Million Estate, a California Record
The Amazon leader reached a deal for the Warner Estate in Beverly Hills with David Geffen, who has owned it since 1990.
Yamana Gold: I Stay Bullish After Q4 Report
Yamana Gold reports Q4 2019 results.Higher gold prices lead to significant cash flow generation.Should gold stay at current levels, the company will have the capacity to further increase the dividend
Moeen Ali and Ben Stokes smash England to imposing total
The tourists’ reached 204 for seven as they looked to level the Twenty20 series.
Tesla restored autopilot feature to used car, saying the whole thing was a "miscommunication"
Last week I posted the sad tale of Alec, a man who bought a used Tesla at auction and was saddened when Tesla later remotely disabled the car’s autodrive feature. Tesla justified the action b…
Kadant, Inc. (KAI) CEO Jeffrey Powell on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
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Vivo to invest in local manufacture, expansion
Firm embarks on ₹7,500-crore plan
Pat Flanagan column: Paying dumped politicians €2 million between them is an insult to public who voted them out
They call them 'parachute' payments, but maybe the word parasite is more appropriate
2019 brings first and highest current account surplus since 2001
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Canopy Growth: Only Faint Positives
Canopy Growth beat consensus estimates for FQ3.The Canadian cannabis company still had a massive free cash flow loss of C$360 million.The stock has a fully diluted market cap of $8.4 billion and FY21
Not Too Sweet? 'Sugar Scandal' Rocks Lukashenka's Belarus
Four top executives in Belarus's once-lucrative sugar industry vanished without a trace. Two weeks later, President Alyaksandr Lukashenka announced they were being held by police on suspicion of masterminding what he suggested was the biggest scam the country has ever seen
Jes Staley’s Jeffrey Epstein issue is just the latest Barclays tangle
Here’s why running this particular British bank is like riding a rollercoaster
U.S., Taliban Reach Interim Deal Aimed at Eventual Troop Pullout
The U.S. and the Taliban have reached agreement on a seven-day reduction in violence in Afghanistan that’s intended to lead to a broader accord to end America’s longest war.
NPD: January sales down 26% year-over-year
Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot tops charts as hardware spending declines 35% year-over-year
Kraft Heinz Is Still a Mess
Another disappointing earnings report shows that the company's still in disarray.
US, Taliban reach truce agreement calling for 'reduction in violence'
American and Taliban officials have agreed Friday to sign a truce agreement that will see a seven-day “reduction in violence” in Afghanistan – in addition to possible U.S. troop withdrawals.
SC refuses to extend BS-IV deadline
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain a plea by automobile dealers for permission to sell and register vehicles following the Bharat Stage-IV standard emission norms beyond April 1, 2020.Th
Warren Buffett just lost $1 billion in 2 days after Kraft Heinz disappointed again
Warren Buffett lost more than $US1 billion this week after Kraft Heinz stock plummeted 11% in two days.
Pound-to-Dollar Rate Retreats from Greenback but Charts Point Higher
The British Pound vs the US Dollar: GBP/USD News and Conversion Level for Pounds to Dollars
Angry spanish farmers invade Valencia
Hundreds of tractors brought the coastal city of Valencia to a halt, with tractors also blocking many roads in the southern Andalusia region
German economy flatlines after spending and exports slowdown
GDP growth at 0% for final quarter of 2019 with no upturn forecast in the short term
Major drop in new cases
China reported Saturday a figure of 2,641 new virus cases, a major drop from the higher numbers in recent days since a broader diagnostic method was implemented.
NSTP visit an eye-opener for Meiji University students
KUALA LUMPUR: In an effort to expose undergraduates to the working world, six exchange students from Meiji University, Tokyo under the Summer School Programme paid a visit to The New Straits Times Press (Malaysia) Berhad (NSTP) yesterday.
Legal aid payments to lawyers rose to more than €60m last year
Defence team in Mr Moonlight murder trial shared almost €1m in legal fees for 2019 work
Irish firm signs €40m deal to supply European and UK markets
An Irish food company has signed a €40m deal with Lidl, which will see it supply its Irish, Eur...
AUD/USD steadies above 0.6700, looks to snap six-week losing streak
The AUD/USD pair is struggling to make a decisive move in either direction on Friday and continues to fluctuate in a relatively tight range above the
1st tunnel completed for Las Vegas Convention Center’s people-mover
The Boring Company’s drill completed the 4,475-foot first tunnel of the underground people-mover system at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Thursday.
IMF's Georgieva: Coronavirus is big uncertainty today for world economy
The coronavirus outbreak is a big uncertainty for the world economy, International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said o
ImmunoGen, Inc. (IMGN) CEO Mark Enyedy on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
ImmunoGen, Inc. (NASDAQ:IMGN) Q4 2019 Results Earnings Conference Call February 14, 2020, 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Courtney O’Konek - Senior Director of Corporate Communications & IR Mark
More than 677,000 on hospital waiting lists last month, new figures show
Almost 103,000 people have been waiting more than 18 months for a slot
Alleged Pension Fraud: EFCC re-arraigns Maina’s son
The defendant is accused by the anti-graft agency, of operating an account he used to divert various sums of money, including N58 million.
The White House is likely to unveil 10% tax cuts for the middle class in September, Kudlow says
President Donald Trump could announce a second tax cut package just months ahead of the 2020 election this fall, offering a revamped campaign message after the first round failed to gain widespread support.
Bed Bath & Beyond's Meltdown Has Only Just Begun
The retailer’s unexpected fourth-quarter update indicates that things could get much worse before they get any better.
YouTube accounts for more than 70 percent of total mobile video streaming: report
Despite not being available in China, YouTube still makes up more than 2/3 of the world's video streaming on mobile.
SUPERGIRL Ends With May's #42
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Tesla China resumes Model 3 deliveries after shutdown due to coronavirus outbreak
Tesla has resumed deliveries of its Made in China Model 3. The deliveries come after a government-mandated shutdown of production and deliveries amidst the outbreak of the coronavirus in the country. Tesla enthusiast Jay in Shanghai uploaded a video on Twitter showing several vehicle haulers with Model 3s loaded up and being secured onto a […]
UN experts: North Korea enhances nukes and illicit trade
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — U.N. experts say North Korea has increased imports and exports of banned and restricted goods such as coal and petroleum products as it continues to enhance...
Price Analysis Feb 14: BTC, ETH, XRP, BCH, BSV, LTC, EOS, BNB, XTZ, ADA
A deeper correction may have to wait as many major cryptocurrencies are looking strong and their uptrend is likely to continue.
U.S. January industrial output falls on weather, Boeing drop
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. industrial production fell 0.3% in January as unseasonably warm weather held down the output of utilities and Boeing Co (BA.N) cut production of civilian aircraft, the Federal Reserve said on Friday.
Adani arm, AAI ink pact for 3 airports
Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) on Friday signed concession agreements with Airports Authority of India (AAI) for operating, managing and developing three airports — Lucknow, Mangaluru and Ahmedabad —
Z Stock Could Win but the U.S. Might Not
Demographic megatrends presents a massive tailwind for Zillow, but housing affordability is a metric to watch.
Finance technology takes lion's share of investment in 2019
Fintech startups worldwide managed to attract over 30% more investments last year compared to 2018, taking the lion's share of investment deals, while fintech startups in Turkey inked 17 investment deals worth $8.4 million
JD.com is Still a Better Pick Than Alibaba Stock
Alibaba's China retail business is slowing and it will likely be hit hard by the coronavirus. That makes JD a better pick than Alibaba stock.
Oh Yeah, Betelgeuse Is Definitely Looking Weirder
At this point, we’re all crossing our fingers that the dying star Betelgeuse will hurry up and explode already, because who doesn’t love a good show? The red giant star (visible in the constellation Orion) has been growing dimmer since late last year, leading many to speculate it could soon go supernova. Scientists operating the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope have released new images of the supergiant star—and yep, it looks weird.
Big setback if India and U.S. can’t agree on trade deal now, says top U.S. diplomat Alice Wells
Ms. Wells will not be accompanying Mr Trump to India and neither will Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
RCom Q3 consolidated loss widens to Rs 10,598 cr, income slips to Rs 263 cr
The company had posted a loss of Rs 238 crore in the same period a year ago
BP Pledges to Go Carbon-Neutral—How Remains an Open Question
The oil major says it will eliminate or offset all its emissions—roughly equal to those of Australia—by 2050
3 High-Growth Stocks That Could Soar
Redfin, PetIQ, and Beyond Meat all have upcoming catalysts to propel their shares higher.
Expert: Venezuelan Oil Production Currently at 1945 Levels
The oil-rich nation of Venezuela is producing its lowest output of oil in 75 years, according to professor Rafael Quiroz.
IMF and World Bank say poverty-stricken Somalia is eligible for debt relief
The IMF and World Bank have said that Somalia is eligible for debt relief under the Enhanced Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HIPC) initiative.
Angelina Jolie Preventing Brad Pitt From Seeing Kids By Creating Scheduling Conflicts?
Is Angelina Jolie purposely creating scheduling conflicts to prevent Brad Pitt from seeing their kids? That’s the bogus claim in one of the tabloids.
Gov. Oyetola presents N1.2bn bonds to retirees - Premium Times Nigeria
The governor says the welfare of the retirees is of paramount importance to his administration despite limited resources.
Profits at River Island’s Irish arm rise 53%
Revenue declines by 15%
Transocean February 2020 Fleet Status Report Analysis
Transocean publishes its new fleet status report.The report contains a number of developments, but most of them have been reported before.There's still absolutely no light at the end of the tunnel for
DMart share sale sees 3 times subscription, investors bid for 45 mn shares
The stock fell 5.6 per cent to end at Rs 2,401 in secondary market trade. A further 1.5 million shares meant for retail investors will be auctioned on Monday.
Mike Bloomberg surpasses Joe Biden in latest Florida poll
Mike Bloomberg has overtaken Joe Biden in a new poll of likely Florida voters in the state’s presidential primary – with 27.3 percent support, up 10 points from a similar survey last month.
Did you know the cost of tackling air pollution in India is Rs 3.39 lakh per second?
India spends a whopping Rs 3.39 lakh per second to tackle air pollution from fossil fuels. Amid an ongoing slowdown, the emerging economy is forced to shell out Rs 10.7 lakh crore ($150 billion)
Forbes: Despite losing record, Phoenix Suns' value increases
Despite continuous seasons of losing records on the court, the value of Phoenix Suns increased again this year, according to Forbes, which released its annual list of National Basketball Association valuations this week.
Bitcoin Be Mine: Celebrate Valentine’s Day the Crypto Way
It’s Valentine’s Day and crypto investors are currently sitting on early 2020 profits from Bitcoin and altcoins. Love is in the air and money is filling
Wyndham, the world’s largest hotel brand, has temporarily closed 70% of its hotels in China in response to the coronavirus outbreak
Wyndham Hotels has temporarily closed approximately 1,000, or 70%, of its 1,500 hotels in China in response to the coronavirus outbreak, Wyndham CEO Geoff Ballotti said on an earnings call with investors on Thursday.
January 2020 NPD: Dragon Ball the Only Winner in Dry Month
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Do Not Sell AT&T After The Share Price Rally
In view of the price increases, investors wonder whether AT&T is now overvalued.This question can be approached from different perspectives and the answer depends, as always, on personal strategy.And
Borrow A Boat Returns to Crowdcube With a Mission to Raise 1.5 Million in Funding
Just a little over a year after raising £1,496,600 in funding through its previous Crowdcube round, the self-proclaimed Airbnb for boats, Borrow A Boat, has re
Kraft Heinz downgraded to junk status by Fitch Ratings
Food firm ends up with massive debt load due to deals and jeopardised credit ratings
Lakshmi Vilas Bank needs up to ₹2,000 cr. to stay afloat: CEO
Third quarter results kindle hope of raising funds, he says
River Island’s Irish profits jump more than 50%
Gordon Deegan Pre-tax profits at the Irish arm of fashion retailer River Island increased by 53% to €4.89m in 2018, newly-filed accounts show.
Sical Logistics posts Q3 loss of ₹48 crore
Sical Logistics Ltd. an integrated logistics provider and unit of the Coffee Day group, has posted a net loss of ₹48.28 crore for the third quarter ended December 2019 against a profit of ₹7.96 crore
FTSE 100 ends week lower after week AstraZeneca, RBS results
UK blue-chip shares fell for a second day on Friday after AstraZeneca and RBS reported underwhelming results, while investors remained unsettled because of concerns over the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the global economy.
Alnylam: RNAi Treatment Sales And Pipeline Excite But Profitability A Concern
Alnylam is chiefly responsible for a resurgence amongst RNAi based drug developers after Onpattro - a treatment for hATTR amyloidosis - was approved by FDA in August 2018.The drug achieved sales of $1
QC mayor supports ABS-CBN’s bid for fresh franchise deal
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte has strongly supported the pursuit of television network giant ABS-CBN for a fresh 25-year franchise deal to operate.
Nirmala Sitharaman to meet industry bodies to assess coronavirus impact
The virus outbreak in China has claimed nearly 1,500 lives and infected over 60,000
Paramount Group, Inc. (PGRE) CEO Albert Behler on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Paramount Group, Inc. (NYSE:PGRE) Q4 2019 Earnings Conference Call February 13, 2020, 10:00 ET Company Participants Robert Simone - Director, Business Development & IR Albert Behler - Chairman, CE
Flight attendants throw impromptu baby shower on plane for couple bringing home adopted infant
When asked what led to this special thought, the couple learnt that the flight attendants are married to each other, and it was a way to pay it forward as someone had done something similar on their honeymoon flight.
VC Deals: Sirius XM Buys SoundCloud Stake, Seats
Welcome to Seeking Alpha’s Venture Capital Deals of the Week. Follow this account and turn on the e-mail alert to receive VCDeals in your inbox on Friday afternoons. Salesforce (NYSE:CRM) Ventures and
Pluralsight: Playing The Value Game
Shares of Pluralsight plummeted nearly 10% after reporting fourth-quarter results, despite beating Wall Street estimates on the top and bottom line.Investors mulled an in-line revenue guidance for FY2
Ag markets turn mostly lower Friday
Investors could remain on the sidelines until the March Prospective Planting Report, one analyst says.
Triton International Limited's (TRTN) CEO Brian Sondey on Q4 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Triton International Limited (NYSE:TRTN) Q4 2019 Results Earnings Conference Call February 14, 2020, 08:30 AM ET Company Participants John Burns - Chief Financial Officer Brian Sondey - Chairman and C
See Modded Shelby GT500 Race Stock Dodge Demon At The Drag Strip
A recent video from Demonology pits a modified 2020 Mustang Shelby GT500 on street tires against a Challenger SRT Demon on drag radials.
Apple Reopens Beijing Stores With Limited Hours, Temperature Checks [Video]
Apple reopened its five stores in Beijing today.
STMicroelectronics Waiting on the IoT
STM stock has risen 85% over the last six months as it beat analyst estimates and predicted continued improvement in 2020
Overwhelming response to Invest Karnataka-Hubballi Conference
As many as 51 memorandums of understanding signed; Rajesh Exports plans to invest ₹ 50,000 crore to manufacture electric vehicles and lithium cells and batteries
Macy's: Closing Stores Is Only One Piece Of The Puzzle
M is closing 125 stores and cutting 2,000 corporate jobs.Cutting corporate costs is only the first step.M must get more throughput from remaining stores and rapidly grow online sales.Until it arrests
21 Kitchen Products That, Frankly, Have No Right To Look As Good As They Do
It turns out your kitchen can be the most glamorous room in your house!
Play the Contrarian And Buy the Dip in Under Armour Stock
UAA stock plunged on awful fourth quarter numbers from the athletic apparel maker, but the sell-off feels overdone.
This photo triggered China’s Cultural Revolution
Mao Zedong swimming in a river in 1966 was a big deal.
FOMC minutes unlikely to include new revelations on near-term outlook – TD Securities
"The minutes are unlikely to include any major new revelations on the near-term outlook relative to what was said in the press briefing and this week'
European Tour postpones two tournaments due to coronavirus
Golf events scheduled for Kuala Lumpur and China in April have been postponed, though it is hoped they can still be staged in 2020.
Up 60% the Last 6 Months, This Cloud Company Just Boosted Its Growth Prospects
Important new partnerships will materialize over the next few quarters.
Get ready for global economy's dreadful future: Save more, work longer, and expect less
Ultra-low and negative interest rates are taking hold in countries where economic growth has been sluggish.
Mahila Congress stages demonstration
A section of members of the Mahila Congress staged a demonstration here on Friday condemning the steep hike in the price of non-subsidised LPG refills.A few protesters carried the empty LPG cylinder r
Cybercrime growing at speed of light - Pantami
The Minister of Communication and Digital Economy, Isa Pantami, has said cybercrime is growing at an alarming rate globally.
‘Post Aug.5, J&K banks harassing us’
At least 21 Kashmir-based traders bodies on Friday, in full-page advertisements published in local dailies, accused the banks of harassment and persecution of the families of the borrowers in the name
Research Solutions, Inc. (RSSS) CEO Peter Derycz on Q2 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript
Research Solutions, Inc. (OTCQB:RSSS) Q2 2020 Earnings Conference Call February 13, 2020 5:00 PM ET Company Participants Peter Derycz - Chief Executive Officer & President Alan Urban - Chief Finan
Canadian home sales up 11.5% compared with 2019: CREA
The Canadian Real Estate Association says home sales rose 11.5 per cent in January compared with a year earlier to reach the highest sales figures for the month in 12 years, even as new listings remain constrained.
Report: The PS5's Manufacturing Cost Is Enormous
Hoping that the PS5 might hit the $499 mark or something nice and affordable in Australia? You might want to park those hopes, with a new Bloomberg report revealing that the cost of materials for the PS5 has skyrocketed....
DBB: Coronavirus Already Priced In
DBB has experienced a tentative rebound since the start of February, after a sharp sell-off of 6% in January.Given the slowing pace of the spread of the coronavirus, macro fears, which surged in Janua
Data Shows Bitcoin’s Progression From Retail To Institutional Asset
As Bitcoin matures, a wider range of investors begins to consider the asset as an investment to add to their portfolios. New data shows exactly how
National Squash championship | Saurav Ghosal and Joshna enter final
Pradhan prevails over Sandhu; Tanvi gets past Sunayna
Canada: CPI inflation is projected to firm to 2.4% in January – TD Securities
Previewing next week's macroeconomic data releases from Canada, "CPI inflation is projected to firm to 2.4% in January on a combination of a 0.3% m/m
Servian Wall at McDonald's
Inside this Mcdonald's you can dine on your Big Mac and fries next to a 2,500-year-old Roman wall.
The Highly Accurate Ethereum Golden Cross is Forming, Is a Major Rally Incoming?
Ethereum's stellar performance of late has seen it gain 113% in the six weeks since the start of the year. This achievement reversed a six-month downtrend
Major upgrade of Constellation Bus Station begins
Work is starting on a major upgrade to Constellation Station on Auckland’s North Shore which will see the bus station expanded and completely refitted over the next 15 months.
Ford Is In The Doghouse.
Ford is once again in trouble after a poor quarter, with the share price back around $8.The dividend is well covered and the stock looks cheap, but investor sentiment is strongly against this name.Inv
ICYMI: How corper’s petition led to recovery of N320m election fund – EFCC
The Sokoto State Zonal Head of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Abdullahi Lawal, has said that a petition over non-payment of N3,000 logistic allowance by a corp member led to a recove...
City and province sign preliminary agreement to build four transit projects, including Ontario Line
The city and the province have officially signed off on a preliminary agreement that will pave the way for a nearly $30 billion transit expansion plan.
Pakistan has achieved all economic goals, IMF says
--Global financial body says 'govt has made considerable progress in last few months to advance economic reforms' The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Friday announced that Pakistan
Major Upgrade Of Constellation Bus Station Begins
Work is starting on a major upgrade to Constellation Station on Auckland’s North Shore which will see the bus station expanded and completely refitted over the next 15 months.
S/4 HANA Migration Really Doesn’t Have to Be that Complicated
Planning your SAP S/4 Hana migration: 8 key steps to success.
Supreme Court orders Indian telcos to pay $13bn or face action
The court has threatened contempt proceedings against the companies and Department of Telecommunications government officials for non-compliance with that ruling.
Dropout rate in spotlight as education NGO slams Ramaphosa's youth plan
President Cyril Ramaphosa's plan to tackle youth unemployment lacked critical focus, the Zero Dropout Campaign said.
Irish whiskey sales in US on the up as American spirits exports plunge due to tariffs
It marks an even better year for Irish whiskey than 2018 when US sales topped $1 billion for the first time ever.
WH adviser Kudlow: Trump administration may propose 10% middle-class tax cut
The Trump administration may propose a 10% middle-class tax cut when they reveal the next tax plan in September, White House economic adviser Larry Ku
Justice will be a long time coming for the Rohingya. But the latest ICJ ruling is a start ǀ View
While it is easy to be cynical about what the precedent-setting ICJ ruling will actually accomplish in practice, the ICJ court order reinforces the universality of human rights and the rule of law. International justice is a long game - and one that is just getting started in Myanmar.
Look to Water Utilities for Steady Growth
The utilities sector has been the No. 2 performer so far this year. And with estimates of up to $1 trillion needed for water infrastructure replacement, it looks poised to grow.
Ouseburn shipping container village, likened to Stack and By The River Brew, finally set to go ahead
The VESSL development will include studios for creative businesses in Ouseburn, plus cafes and a roof terrace, if it is approved by city councillors
Dr M to announce economic stimulus package on Feb 27
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad will announce an economic stimulus package on Feb 27 to mitigate the adverse external economic impacts brought about by the Covid-19 outbreak.
Apple Stores in Beijing screening customers, limiting crowds due to coronavirus
After reopening five of its Apple Stores in Beijing, China, Apple is screening potential customers at the door due to concerns with the coronavirus.
Consumer Spending Drives Jan. Retail Sales Boost
News: Retail sales, which are an indication of purchases at restaurants, stores and online, rose a seasonally adjusted 0.3 percent last month from December.
Don’t let the coronavirus scare have you turning bearish on equities
The economic fallout with be transitory in nature
Cisco Remains Big Tech Laggard
Fiscal Q2 continues top/bottom line beat trend.Guidance in-line with expectations down meaningfully.Dividend raised by a penny.
Irish homeowners with €300k mortgage paying €229 more a month than euro area average
Irish homeowners with a €300k mortgage being repaid over 30 years are paying €229 more a month than their euro area counterparts, according to figures released today by the Brokers Ireland group.
Sony Struggling to Lower PlayStation 5's Manufacturing Costs
Due mostly to high demand parts.
Virgin Galactic's record-breaking week doesn't stop short-sellers
Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic Holdings Inc. may close at another record on Friday after hitting new highs every day this week, but bearish bets are climbing too.
Rand firmer after Ramaphosa’s speech, stocks flat
South Africa’s rand firmed on Friday after President Cyril Ramaphosa set out brief plans to stimulate economic growth during his state of the nation address, although his speech was short on specifics and timeframes.
Airbus fined €3.6bn for global bribery scandal
One of Bristol's biggest firms used bribes to stack the decks in its favour and win contracts around the globe
German economy stagnates as eurozone growth reaches 7-year low
Germany, Europe’s largest economy, has recorded a zero growth between October and December, as manufacturing remained in a slump and exports fell.
PMO to banks: NCLT cannot be escape route, refer only NPAs of over ₹200 cr
Move to prevent closure of firms and job losses
25 Years Ago: How Slash’s First Solo Album Rekindled His Love of Music
Slash's first record outside of Guns N' Roses, 'It's Five O'Clock Somewhere,' was released in February 1995.
PBAPP warns of looming water crisis in Penang, Kedah
GEORGE TOWN: The Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) has issued a third alert of a looming water crisis in the northern states after Kedah's Muda Dam water level dropped to a critical 7.44 per cent yesterday.
3 of the best ASX dividend shares to buy next week
Why I think income investors should buy Telstra Corporation Ltd (ASX:TLS) and these ASX dividend shares next week
Not Time To Buy KLX Energy Services Holdings
Telling a story about a wealthy CEO and cyclicality is not enough to overcome facts on the ground.The entire oilfield sector faces real headwinds well into the future.Ongoing losses mean this company
Energoatom generates 7.8 bln kWh of electricity in Jan 2020
The company's power plants sold 7.375 billion kWh of electricity over the period under review.
Calgary's housing market shows growing strength
The market is in better shape than you might think.The latest housing market update from the City of Calgary points to improving economic conditions that put Calgary’s housing market in balan…
PlaySight trained AI on thousands of hours of videos to understand sports
PlaySight uses AI and machine learning to track sports action. We spoke with CEO Chen Shachar to find out how this tech is being applied.
Amazon Prepares to Launch (Another) Grocery Store Chain
The e-commerce giant is trying something different that's ... sort of ordinary.
Global Investors Meet in November
The Global Investors Meet (GIM) aimed at attracting investments to Karnataka will be held in Bengaluru from November 3 to 5 this year.Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs, Coal and Mines Pralhad J
Export of services rises 11.6% to $20 bn in Dec; imports up 10.3%
Surplus in trade services stood at $7.45 billion for December
Bharti to make ₹10,000 cr. part payment in AGR dues by Feb. 20
Promises to clear remaining dues ‘well before’ March 17, the date of next hearing
NEITI: Recurrent expenditure of 21 states higher than their FAAC allocations
A new report published by NEITI has shown that the recurrent expenditure of 21 states is higher than their FAAC disbursements
SpiceJet gets ‘interim offer’ from Boeing
Claims ₹537 cr. citing grounded craft
Tourism sector hits lean patch
It is a seasonal phase; most families do not venture out as it is exam time
Dip In TrustCo Bank's Price Provides Opportunity
Earnings are expected to be unchanged in 2020 due to flat growth in net-interest income. Further, increase in non-interest income is likely to be countered by provisions charge.Quarterly dividend is e
Frederick Koch, low-profile Koch brother, dies at 86
Frederick Koch, who kept a low profile as an arts benefactor rather than joining the family oil business that became Koch Industries, has died, according to the New York Times. He was 86.
Europe wants G20 to make taxing digital giants top priority this year
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Europe wants the world’s financial leaders to make it their top priority this year to reach a deal on global rules for taxing digital giants like Google (GOOGL.O), Amazon (AMZN.O) and Facebook (FB.O), a document showed.
21 states reject $18 billion opioid settlement offer from drug wholesalers
More than 20 state attorneys general on Friday penned a letter rejecting an $18 billion settlement offer from three major drug wholesalers meant to end litigation against their role in the opioid
AutoNation - 2020 Is Shaping Up To Be A Good Year
AutoNation not only easily beat Q4/2019 earnings expectations, but was able to report strength across the board.The company saw higher margins, strong same-store sales and expects this to continue due
CBDT notifies forms for firms to avail lower corporate taxes
The income tax (I-T) department has notified forms for companies to avail the reduced corporate tax rates that were announced in September last year. The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has
Motorists to pay more for fuel
Super petrol and diesel prices go up Sh2.67 and Sh2.13 respectively.
Slight increase in voter strength in Tiruchi district
Voter strength in Tiruchi district, consisting of nine Assembly constituencies, has increased by 49,251 following the summary revision of electoral rolls.As per the final roll released by Collector S.
Delta to invest $1 billion to curb global air travel's climate impact
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Delta Air Lines Inc said on Friday it will invest $1 billion over the next decade in initiatives that would limit the impact of global air travel on the environment, the first airline to make a commitment of that scale.
NY Fed's GDP Nowcast drops to 1.4% for first quarter of 2020 from 1.7%
The US economy is expected to expand by 1.4% in the first quarter of 2020, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's latest Nowcasting Report showed. "Ne
Canopy Growth shares surge after reporting smaller-than-expected loss
To pacify investors impatient for profits, Canopy and its rivals started the year by announcing a wide range of cost reductions
7 Micro-Cap Stocks That Could Double
Hidden micro-cap gems are hard to find, unless investors screen for value and strong revenue growth.
Enbridge raises bets on U.S. Gulf Coast LNG, reports higher Q4 earnings
Calgary-based Enbridge Inc. is raising its bets on the growing liquefied natural gas export sector on the U.S. Gulf Coast by buying the pipeline that would supply the proposed Rio Grande LNG export facility.
Bitcoin Rally Stalls, Bullish Recovery Depends On These Levels
Analyst Josh Rager has identified price points that could determine the movement of Bitcoin over the next few days. Bitcoin Price Hangs in the Balance
Belarus to Russia: We'll siphon off your transit oil to Europe if necessary
MINSK — Belarus threatened to siphon off oil from Russia’s transit pipeline to Europe unless Moscow restarted crude supplies and accused the Kremlin on Friday of using energy prices as leverage to try to swallow up its former Soviet neighbor.
Karnataka HC grants interim stay on CCI probe against Amazon, Flipkart
The order was delivered by Justice PS Dinesh Kumar on a petition filed by Amazon, seeking interim stay on the CCI probe order, after hearing the matter over the past three days
AT&T: When The Market Crashes
AT&T's 5.5% dividend yield is compelling, and the payments keep growing, but what happens when the market crashes?This article reviews the health of the business, valuation, risks, dividend safety, an
Atlanta Fed's GDPNow drops to 2.4% from 2.7% for first quarter of 2020
The real gross domestic product (GDP) in the United States is expected to expand by 2.4% in the first quarter of 2020, the Federal Reserve Bank of Atl
CPP Investment Board posts 3.6 per cent rate of return for its third quarter
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board says it earned a return of 3.6 per cent during its most recent quarter, after expenses.
Ian Wright slams ‘delusional’ Unai Emery in lengthy rant over Arsenal comments
The Gunners legend was far from impressed with Emery's recent interview.
Auckland restaurants struggling as coronavirus fears keep diners away
The cancellation of this weekend's Lantern Festival isn't the only knock-on effect from the novel coronavirus outbreak to reach Auckland, with the city's Chinese restaurants reporting a decline in custom. The ban on inbound travel from China combined with overly cautious local diners avoiding the
Exports contract for sixth straight month, trade deficit shoots up
While imports contracted by 0.7 per cent, the rate of fall was significantly lower than the 8.9 per cent contraction in inbound trade seen in December
CREA reports home sales up 11.5 per cent compared with a year earlier
OTTAWA — The Canadian Real Estate Association says home sales rose 11.5 per cent in January compared with a year earlier to reach the highest sales figures for the month in 12 years, even as new listings remain constrained.
7 U.S. Stocks to Buy on Coronavirus Weakness
As bad it is, the coronavirus is a short-term problem. It will pass, and when it does, these beaten-up stocks will rebound in a big way.
Rouble rate is important factor in Russia's position on OPEC+ deal – Reuters
Russian oil companies are worried about the risk of a higher rouble rate due to the planned sales of Sberbank, Reuters reported on Friday, citing a so
Washington lobbyist leading the push to break up corporate monopolies
Antitrust activist Sarah Miller is part of a push to rewire the US economy
The “Buyukada 10” are falsely accused on terror charges. Justice in Turkey must prevail ǀ View
This week, I will be in Istanbul for the verdict in the case of Taner and the “Buyukada 10.” If found guilty of “membership of a terrorist organisation,” they could face up to 15 years behind bars.
Biz EOD: No relief for telcos in AGR row; WPI inflation worst in 8 months; CCI defends probe against Amazon
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So you want to buy an election?
A short list of things Mike Bloomberg could buy with his campaign money that would improve his election prospects
The Highly Accurate Ethereum Golden Cross is Forming, Is a Major Rally Incoming?
Ethereum's stellar performance of late has seen it gain 113% in the six weeks since the start of the year. This achievement reversed a six-month downtrend
Risks Remain, but Amarin Stock Is a Buy at Today’s Prices
With the competition floundering, Amarin stock could soar if Vascepa lives up to expectations. There's plenty of upside left on the table.
Blockchain can help the NHS and ‘Global Britain’ take off
René Seifert suggests that NHS recruiters must turn to Blockchain-enabled identity verification services as post-Brexit ‘Global Britain’ takes off
EOBI increases pension money from Rs 5250 to Rs 8500 per month
EOBI increases pension money from Rs 5250 to Rs 8500 per month
Chinese Stocks Rise for 7th Consecutive Day Amid Coronavirus Infection
Chinese stocks rose for a seventh day on Wednesday, coinciding with the continuous decline in new confirmed cases of novel coronavirus infection for eight days on the Chinese mainland outside Hubei province. The development signaled an easing of investors' concerns over the viral outbreak's negative impact on economic growth, according to analysts.
The PlayStation 5 allegedly costs a minimum of $450 per unit to make, causing a price panic for Sony
It seems like everyone is holding their breath every time a new console is announced.
Adani Enterprises hits 52-week high after it signs agreement with AAI
The stock rallied for the ninth straight day, up 17 per cent, against 3 per cent rise in the S&P BSE Sensex during the period.
China lowers coronavirus death toll, reports 1,700 medics infected
Feb. 14 (UPI) -- China revised down its death toll Friday from coronavirus by 108, while acknowledging more than 1,700 front-line medics have been infected.
Our real estate biz not dependent on govt reforms & we continue to do well: Adi Godrej
Adi Godrej, Chairman, Godrej Industries, says the last two years have been record years for Godrej Properties. The chemical business is doing well while the consumer company is under a little pressure as peoples purchasing power has come down.
Supreme Court orders telcos to clear AGR dues by Mar 17, threatens contempt
The Supreme Court on Friday said the companies and the federal Department of Telecommunications (DoT) were liable for contempt of court
J. C. Penney Needs To Do Significantly Better Than Department Store Peers
J. C. Penney's Analyst Day is scheduled for April 7 and it is expected to provide a three-year financial outlook then.This outlook is constrained by the need to reach certain targets by 2022 in order
Asian shares aim for second week of gains amid virus scare
Global shares eased on Friday, as investors were spooked by a sharp rise in the number of coronavirus cases in China this week while oil prices ...
German EcoMin: Economy is still experiencing a period of weakness
The German Economy Ministry is out with its assessment of the economy after the fourth quarter 2019 GDP showed stagnation. Key Quotes: German economy
Nasa confirms 'potentially hazardous' asteroid will pass Earth safely tomorrow
The gigantic space rock will miss us by about 3 million miles
AGR-hit Vodafone Idea postpones Q3 conference call with analysts
The Supreme Court on Friday directed the top echelons of telecom firms to explain why contempt action should not be taken against them for non-compliance of its AGR order
SpiceJet Q3 profit rises to Rs 73.2 cr, operational revenue up by 47%
"This profit is after a non-cash forex charge on account of Ind AS 116 of Rs 75.9 crore without which the profit would have been Rs 149.1 crore," SpiceJet said in a release.
LYFT (NASDAQ:LYFT) Given “Buy” Rating at JMP Securities
JMP Securities reissued their buy rating on shares of LYFT (NASDAQ:LYFT) in a report published on Monday morning, TipRanks reports. The firm currently has a $88.00 price target on the ride-sharing company’s stock. Other research analysts have also recently issued research reports about the stock. Wolfe Research upgraded shares of LYFT from an underperform rating […]
GBP/JPY Price Analysis: Faces rejection near two-month old descending trend-line
The GBP/JPY cross failed to capitalize on the previous session's goodish intraday positive move and witnessed a modest pullback during the early Europ
This is the best Valentine's Day same day flower delivery deal for February 14
If you are looking for same day flower delivery for Valentine's Day then this is the best deal available
European shares hit record even as coronavirus shows no signs of peaking
Stock markets across the world ticked higher on Friday, even as investors debated whether China's coronavirus outbreak would cause long-lasting ...
Sensex rises over 200 pts; Nifty above 12,200
According to traders, domestic equities advanced tracking significant foreign fund inflow ahead of the release of wholesale inflation data.
The Perils Of Late-Cycle Investing
It may well be that structured credit hedge funds constitute a sensible vehicle for riding the remaining bucks of the late bull and surviving the downturn when it arrives.Structured credit hedge funds
GBP/USD: Pound sparkling with the new romance on Downing Street
The cable is holding onto gains triggered by the replacement of the Chancellor of the Exchequer. Us consumer confidence and Brexit will also be eyed t
Japan: GDP will see a severe contraction – Westpac
Economists forecast a sharp drop in Q4 GDP for Japan, Westpac Institutional Bank reports. USD/JPY is trading at 109.805 after rising since the start o
China's Xi pledges to minimise impact of virus
BEIJING: China will definitely be able to minimise the impact of the coronavirus outbreak and will maintain the development momentum of its ...
paultan.org ACE 2020 at Setia City Convention Centre next month – get the best deals on your next car!
After the massive success that was the paultan.org Premium Auto Car Expo (PACE) - where 399 vehicles worth over RM91.5 million were sold over one weekend
German economy stagnated in fourth quarter
FRANKFURT — Growth ground to a halt at the end of the year in Germany, Europe’s largest economy, as manufacturing remained in a slump and exports fell. The figure underlines the challenge facing the eurozone.
Wells Fargo invests in crypto monitoring firm Elliptic
San Francisco-based banking giant Wells Fargo has invested US$5 million in British startup Elliptic, a provider of risk management systems for the cryptocurrency sector. The investment came from Wells Fargo Strategic Capital, the venture unit of the fourth-largest US bank by assets, as an extension of Elliptic’s US$23 million Series B funding round announced in…
New regulator rules to save mobile, broadband and TV customers £1bn on bills
New Ofcom rules set to come into effect from tomorrow could save millions of customers up to £1bn a year on landline, broadband, TV and mobile packages.
The Australian Dollar Cheers RBA's Optimism but Virus Concerns Tipped to Weigh
The Pound vs Australian Dollar: Latest GBP/AUD Forecasts, News and Analysis
Indonesia: IDR limited pressure in the wake of a rate cut – TDS
Low inflation and slower growth are the reasons cited by strategists at TD Securities to forecast a rate cut of 25 basis points in Indonesia. This mea
Motorola RAZR Teardown: See how repairable the foldable phone is
The Motorola RAZR is now available. It’s an obvious rival to the recently announced Samsung Galaxy Z Flip because they have the same clamshell form. The first foldable phone from Motorola has…
Euro skids to new low ahead of GDP data, dollar shines
LONDON, Feb 14 — The euro eased to another nearly three-year low today as investors worried about slowing growth momentum in the euro zone ahead of an estimate of how its economy performed in the fourth quarter. The European single currency has lost 1 per cent so far this week and is on track for...
Billie Eilish drops James Bond track
Teenage pop iconoclast Billie Eilish dropped her James Bond theme tune on Friday, racking up 2.2 million views in just six hours as the teenage prodigy continues her stunning rise. Sharing the s...
Gold in search of a firm direction, stuck in a range around $1575 region
Gold lacked any firm directional bias and oscillated in a narrow trading band around the $1575 region through the early European session on Friday. A
The digital customer experience in banking: 2020 outlook
For the first time, trust has been usurped by customer experience as the chief factor considered by customers when choosing their bank.
SpiceJet soars 10% on 21% YoY rise in net profit; B737 may return this year
On the operational front, Passenger Load Factor came in at 91.9 per cent in Q3, with the fleet size growing to 119 aircraft as on December 31, 2019.
Mumps cases in England rise to highest level in a decade
Total of 5,042 is four times that in 2018 as health experts urge people to catch up on vaccine
Gains in AUD/USD look limited for the time being – UOB
FX Strategists at UOB Group believe AUD/USD will likely move into a consolidative phase in the next sessions. Key Quotes 24-hour view: “Our expectatio
India offers U.S. dairy, chicken access in bid for elusive trade deal with Trump
Dykes said the U.S. dairy industry was looking for access in viable commercial quantities.
Top NMC shareholder Muhairi quits board amid turmoil
Abu Dhabi-based healthcare group has faced turbulent time since report questioning finances
Pfizer Q3 net profit climbs 5%, operational revenue up at Rs 514 cr
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 131.94 crore for the corresponding period of the previous fiscal, Pfizer Ltd said in a filing to BSE.
Factbox: Coronavirus forces delay of trade fairs and conferences
Factbox: Coronavirus forces delay of trade fairs and conferences.
Market LIVE: After SC AGR order on modification pleas by telcos, RIL, Airtel gain, Vodafone Idea falls
Share Market News Today | Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: Bharti Airtel was the top gainer, up 3.54 per cent, followed by Bajaj-Auto, RIL and Sun Pharma. On the flip IndusInd Bank was the top loser.
EUR/USD depressed near 1.0830 ahead of EMU data
After bottoming out (and printing fresh 2020 lows) in the 1.0830/25 band, EUR/USD has managed to regain some poise, trim part of the daily losses and
FTSE 100 CAPE Valuation And Long-Term Forecast
Over the last 30 or so years, the FTSE 100's CAPE ratio has averaged 18.4. The current value of 15.6 is obviously below that, so the FTSE 100 is cheap, right?Looking at CAPE data for multiple indices
A Less Horrific SAW- The Bizarre Tale of the Pizza Collar Bomber
In 2003, the town of Erie, Pennsylvania made national news when an unassuming pizza delivery man walked into a local bank and demanded a quarter of a million dollars from the vault. What happened next would baffle authorities for years and see the crime become one of the most intriguing ever committed in the United States. So what happened? At [...]
India offers to open up poultry, dairy markets for trade deal with Trump
India, the world's largest milk-producing nation, has traditionally restricted dairy imports to protect the livelihoods of 80 million rural households involved in the industry
STR: U.S. hotel construction up 6.8% in January
HENDERSONVILLE, TENNESSEE - STR's hotel pipeline data for the U.S. showed 1,615 projects accounting for 208,807 rooms in construction as of the end of January 2020. This represented a 6.8% year-over-year increase in the number of rooms in the final phase of the development pipeline. “The industry is now up to more than 208,000 rooms in construction, which is as close as the country has come to the prior end-of-month peak of 211,700 in December 2007,” said Bobby Bowers, STR’s senior
Coronavirus travel setback spreads beyond China
According to travel analytics company ForwardKeys, the travel setback caused by the coronavirus outbreak has now spread beyond China, with other parts of the Asia Pacific region experiencing a 10.5% slowdown in outbound travel bookings for March and April, excluding trips to and from China and Hong Kong. As of 9th February, the setback looks likely to be most marked in North East Asia, where outbound bookings for March & April, are 17.1% behind where they were at the equivalent moment
Price of surgical mask may go up by P2-P4 per piece
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) may allow stores and pharmacies to sell surgical masks at higher prices due to the increasing cost of raw materials here and abroad amid the novel coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak.
The OCR Should Be Cut
The Reserve Bank Monetary Policy Committee releases its next Monetary Policy Statement and Official Cash Rate (OCR) decision next Wednesday – the first we’ve heard from them since November.
Economist magazine: A united Ireland is a ‘real and growing possibility’
Cover story suggests that everything has changed because of Sinn Féin’s success
Inside iearn.finance: a DeFi Aggregator for Optimized Yield Opportunities
The iearn.finance platform is described "an aggregator of interest-earning DeFi opportunities."
Mexico: Banxico changes style as cut rates – TDS
Banxico has substantially changed the style of its monetary policy decision statements. February’s rate cut has introduced somewhat more hawkish eleme
Shares step back as hopes of early end to coronavirus fade
Global shares eased on Friday, as investors were spooked by a sharp rise in the number of coronavirus cases in China this week while oil prices ...
AfDB refutes World Bank President’s remarks on Africa’s debt profile
The AfDB responds to World Bank President's David Malpass recent remarks about multilateral development banks contributing to Africa’s debt profile.
Sarb moves to sell stake in African Bank
Sarb sees the disposal process being completed within 18–24 months after a suitable buyer is identified.
February 2020 week three fuel price – petrol, diesel up
It's Friday, so time again for the weekly fuel price update, and the coming week will see the price of all fuels going up. In the case of RON 95 petrol,
Samsung's jailed board chairman quits
SEOUL (Reuters) - Samsung Electronics’ (005930.KS) board Chairman Lee Sang-hoon, who was convicted and jailed for sabotaging union activities, has resigned from the South Korean company, it said on Friday.
Three UK expanding its 5G rollout across U.K. by the end of February
Three is set to kick off its wider 5G mobile rollout across the U.K. by the end of this month. Prior to that, the telecom firm is showcasing its 5G service at the London Fashion Week.
Talking about finance can temper the flames among couples
But not communicating money goals and values on a regular basis can lead to secrecy, resentment and blame in a relationship
Reuters: Oil prices stabilize, set for weekly gain on hopes for supply cut
The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and its allied producers are considering cutting output by up to 2.3 million barrels per day.
Risk of duopoly in telecom sector higher than before: Analyst
The room for manoeuvre is now very less for operators. The situation is particularly grave for Voda Idea.
Russian oil firms favor extending than deepening output cuts - S&P Global Platts
Citing the Chiefs of Russia’s oil giants, S&P Global Platts reports that a majority of the Russian oil companies back the case for oil output cut exte
AGR fallout: Telecom tariff may go up by 20-25%
Telecom tariffs may go up by 25 per cent, as operators try to recover the money they will pay out for settling the dues related to Adjusted Gross Revenue. The SC order directing the telecom companies
The numbers that could reward the RBA's optimism
Upbeat company profit results, better readings from consumers and another record sharemarket high are backing the Reserve Bank's optimistic view on the economy.
S&P affirms India's rating at 'BBB-' with stable outlook
Fiscal deficits have exceeded the government's plan, S&P said, adding it expects limited consolidation over the next few years.
CGS-CIMB launches online trading platform for retail investors
With the launch of an online trading platform, PT CGS-CIMB Sekuritas Indonesia hopes to get more individuals to invest in Indonesia's stock market.
HQ Trivia, the Once-Popular Mobile Game, Is Shutting Down
CNN Business has learned that the once-popular live mobile trivia game "HQ Trivia" is shutting down. From the report: When HQ launched in 2017, its first game HQ Trivia quickly attracted millions of people across the world who stopped whatever they were doing twice a day to play the game on their s...
GBP/USD: Bulls asking out the pound
Gains on the cable are set to continue as technical indicators point at that, according to an analyst at FXStreet Yohay Elam. Key quotes “The four-hou
Chips are down as Toshiba logs ¥145.63 billion loss for April-December
Toshiba Corp. said Friday it posted a group net loss of ¥145.63 billion ($1.32 billion) in the April-December period due to the sluggish performance of its
Warren Buffett loves using Valentine's Day to explain why See's Candies is his 'dream business'
Warren Buffett loves using Valentine’s Day to explain why See’s Candies is his “dream business.“
BOE’s Carney sees silver lining after Brexit hit to UK economy
The outgoing Bank of England (BOE) Governor Mark Carney warned over the economic risks of the UK leaving the European Union (EU), in an exclusive inte
SC rejects plea by telecom operators seeking more time to settle AGR dues
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected a plea by incumbent telecom operators seeking more time to settle Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) dues and has asked the companies to deposit dues by March 17. It wil
AGR dues: Risk of duopoly in telecom higher than before, says analyst
Most of the remaining liability is with state-owned BSNL/MTNL and some of the shut/bankrupt telecom companies
India’s Top Court Rebukes Telcos for Default of Dues to Govt
New Delhi (Sputnik): Last year, Vodafone’s global CEO Nick Read said the company’s future in India was in doubt following a court ruling in a tax dispute with the government.
New Digi users can soon get the Samsung Galaxy S20 with RM0 upfront
After we’ve posted about the Samsung Galaxy S20 pre-order offer from Digi, the yellow telco has reached out to us to clarify on the hefty advance payment requirement. In our original post, we highlighted that Digi’s PhoneFreedom 365 instalment plan is demanding an upfront payment of over RM3,000 for new customers despite promising RM0 upfront as one of its key highlights.
By a razor-thin margin, Mukilteo school bond passes
Support for a $240 million measure climbed to 60.4%. Earlier counts showed it below the thresheld.
Judge grants Amazon bid to pause Pentagon's JEDI cloud contract
After claims deal reflected undue influence by President Trump.
India's curbs on Malaysian palm imports disrupts global edible oil trade
Malaysia's latest palm export data revealed the impact of India's restrictions, with shipments to India in January falling 85% from a year earlier to 46,876 tonnes, the lowest since 2011
Analyzing The Safety Of Goodyear's 5.4% Yielding Dividend
Goodyear Tire & Rubber has had a tough year with earnings contracting, and shares losing roughly half of their value.The company's dividend now yields 5.4% and is currently viable despite the near-ter
The Top Places To Get Beautified This Month
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Renault sales and earnings drop in tough market
PARIS (AP) — France's Renault saw its sales and earnings drop last year and says 2020 will be tough due to the need for investment in new technologies just as the market is shrinking.The company said Friday that it sold 3.8 million vehicles last year, down 3.4%, with revenue dropping about the same rate to 55.5 billion euros ($60 billion).That almost wiped out its net earnings, which amounted to just 19 million euros last year compared with 3.4 billion euros a year earlier.Interim chief Clotilde Delbos said "the visibility for 2020 is limited due to an expected volatility in the market.
Canada: Housing market is back – NBF
Economists at the National Bank of Canada Financial markets summarize the situation of the Canadian housing market which has recovered since a year ag
Health minister announces four more clear of Covid-19, can go home today
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — It’s a sweet Valentine for four Covid-19 patients who were given the all-clear sign and allowed to go home today. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dzulkefly Ahmad announced that the quartet, who were the first, second, third and fifth cases to be diagnosed with the coronavirus...
Control might be coming to next-gen consoles
We're due a pair of Control expansions in 2020, but that might not be the extent to which we see the game supported in the future. A curious line from Remedy Entertainment's 2019 fiscal report suggests that it might see a wider release...
Bursa Malaysia ends higher on news of stimulus package
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 14 — Bursa Malaysia ended higher today as market sentiment was lifted following news that the government will unveil an economic stimulus package to address the Covid-19 outbreak on February 27. At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) rose 5.30 points to its intraday...
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