Parker: CoolIT delivers Direct Liquid Cooling solutions to data centres

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Special report: We need more than GDP growth (part 1)

Why measuring GDP is not enough.

African governments struggle to turn around loss-making airlines

However, Ethiopian Airlines has bucked the trend.

Paul Volcker, inflation tamer who set bank risk rule, dies at 92

Volcker was called on to devise a successor to the gold standard, a cure for runaway inflation and a response to the housing-market collapse.

Prosus increases its offer for Just Eat, with a new twist

The latest offer makes more sense and increases the chance of success.

Takeover bids intensify for Just Eat food app

Prosus increases its cash offer for the food delivery firm.

Huge Christmas boost as Affinity Credit Union pays out €398,000

GOOD NEWS FOR TIPPERARY MEMBERS

Urgent reminder to support Roscrea Christmas food appeal

Roscrea Lions club also make food and cash appeal 

Former Tipperary garda station sold at public auction

HUGE INTEREST IN NEW INN BUILDING

Market watch: Index ends in red amid lack of triggers

Benchm­ark index decrea­ses 289.44 points to settle at 40,442.81

Iran says ready for more US prisoner swaps

Trump thanke­d Iran for what he called a 'very fair negoti­ation' after an Americ­an schola­r was releas­ed on Saturd­ay

India orders over 36,000 metric tonnes of onions; imports at 5-year high

State-run trading firm MMTC has already floated a tender for buying 21,090 metric tonnes (MT) of onions from Turkey and Egypt and the shipments are expected to arrive mid-January

Biz EOD: GST filing streamlined; India imports 36,000 MT of onions; SBI cuts lending rates

Catch top stories from the world of business and economy with BusinessToday.In's end of day report

Bharat Bond ETF to open this week: check date, investment, return, other details

The Bharat Bond ETF will have a base size of Rs 7,000 crore, with a green shoe option of additional Rs 8,000 crore. Retail investors can invest with the minimum investment amount of Rs 1,000 and in multiples of Rs 1,000 thereafter

CGST falls short of budget estimate by 40% in April-November

In 2018-19, the actual CGST collection stood at Rs 4,57,534 crore as against the provisional estimate of Rs 6,03,900 crore for the year

Bombay HC seeks RBI's response on plea against Chanda Kochhar's termination as ICICI MD

A division bench of justices Ranjit More and SP Tavade directed the Reserve Bank of India to submit its reply by December 16. The bench will hear the matter next on December 18

Rakesh Jhunjhunwala voices support for Fortis-IHH deal, says no link to Singh brothers

Expressing shareholders' concerns over lag in IHH's planned open offer for Fortis, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala stressed that the deal was "fair" and IHH should conclude it since the open offer has been pending for a year

Modi govt's centralised nature doesn't work well for economic reforms, says Raghuram Rajan

Rajan pointed out that extreme centralisation, coupled with lack of empowered ministers and a coherent guiding vision meant reforms picked up steam only when PMO focused on them and lost pace when its attention switched to other pressing issues

Men in khaki to soon don khadi! Para-military forces to use hand-woven fabric in uniforms

Home Minister Amit Shah also instructed the DGs of all para-military forces to use village industries products such as pickles, papad, honey, soaps and detergents, shampoos, phenol, tea, mustard oil etc. in their canteens

Tata Motors' Jaguar Land Rover retail sales fall 3% in November

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) posted fifth straight month of double-digit sales growth of 29 per cent in China. North America sales also grew by 4.9 per cent during the month under review, achieving best ever November sales levels

Big tax cuts may be coming for middle class in next Budget; here's why

Responding to a question at an event in Delhi recently, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman also said that the government was looking at myriad suggestions and the relaxation on personal income tax was one of them before it presents the Union Budget 2020 in February next year

YES Bank may reject $1.2 billion offer from Canadian investor

At a board meeting on Tuesday, YES Bank is expected to reject an offer from Canada's Erwin Singh Braich and Hong Kong-based SPGP Holdings to contribute $1.2 billion toward the fund raising

Delhi unauthorised colonies: How to apply for ownership rights online

Last month, Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri had said residents of unauthorised colonies will be able to apply for ownership rights starting December 16

UP Cabinet approves Zurich Airport International as developer for Jewar airport

The Swiss firm had on November 29 emerged as the highest bidder to develop the Jewar airport on the outskirts of Delhi

Executives at state-run companies oppose privatisation of BPCL

Thousands of workers have already protested the privatisation of BPCL, fearing job losses, as India plans to invite international energy firms to participate in the privatisations

Slowdown blues to limit rise in job creation at 7% in October-March: report

Positive hiring outlook was reported in sectors like healthcare & pharmaceuticals, information technology, e-commerce and tech start-ups, educational services, KPO, power and energy, and logistics

Mutual Funds' asset base crosses Rs 27 lakh crore in November

Mutual fund houses witnessed an overall inflow of Rs 54,419 crore last month as compared to Rs 1.33 lakh crore in October

Top stocks to watch: YES Bank, Hero MotoCorp, ICICI Bank, Tata Motors and others

Shares of YES Bank will remain in focus after report suggested that the lender will reject an investment proposal of $1.2 billion from SPGP Holdings and Canada's Erwin Singh Braich

Tata Motors share has gained 32% in last three months: Time to buy, sell or hold the stock?

Tata Motors share was reeling under losses as auto sector was clouded by economic slowdown for more than a year. Uncertainties on the global front also hit sales of its UK arm JLR which affected the stock

LOHA designs affordable housing complex for difficult site in Los Angeles

Steel shipping containers will be used to form this affordable housing complex on a triangular site in Los Angeles, designed by LOHA.

LOHA designs affordable housing complex for difficult site in Los Angeles

Steel shipping containers will be used to form this affordable housing complex on a triangular site in Los Angeles, designed by LOHA.

Germany’s relations with Qatar not limited to business: Envoy

The Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to the State of Qatar, H E Hans-Udo Muzel said that friendship and cooperation between the two countries is not limited to business, as Berlin is partnering with Doha in many other fields to jointly tackle the challenges of the future, saying that Qatar is an important partner for his country during its non-permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council in 2019-2020, sharing a common vision of a multilateral framework based on a rules-based world order.

Minister of State for Foreign Affairs arrives in Riyadh ahead of GCC Summit

Riyadh: Minister of State for Foreign Affairs H E Sultan bin Saad Al Muraikhi arrived today in Riyadh to chair Qatar's delegation participating in the 145th ministerial preparatory meeting for the GCC 40th Leaders' Summit, hosted by Saudi Arabia.

Qatar Petroleum announces implementation of ICV Policy from January ’20

Qatar Petroleum (QP) has announced the implementation of the In-Country Value (ICV) Policy  in the Energy Sector starting from January 2020 through Tawteen, the localization programme for services and industries in Qatar’s energy sector.  

QNB to embrace digital transformation

Abdulla Mubarak Al Khalifa, Acting Group Chief Executive Officer of QNB said yesterday that Qatar’s banking sector is well capitalised, with high asset quality and robust profitability. The capital adequacy ratio stands at 17 percent, well above Basel III guidelines. Asset quality remains high with non-performing loans (NPLs) at 1.9 percent, one of the lowest in the region. Profitability remains solid with returns on equity (RoE) over 15 percent, he said while addressing The Euromoney Qatar Conference.

Manateq awards QR1.5bn project to GWC

Manateq (Economic Zone Company-Qatar) announced yesterday at a press conference that it has awarded the Al Wukair Logistics Park development project to Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC), Qatar’s leading logistics provider.

Peaceful Hong Kong march marred by fire outside court, police say

Hong Kong: Hong Kong protesters set fire outside court buildings, threw petrol bombs and spray-painted graffiti on government buildings, marring what was otherwise a "generally peaceful" march over the weekend, police said on Monday.

National Day has significant meanings in minds of citizens and residents: Qatar Post Chairman

Doha: The Chairman and Managing Director of Qatar Postal Services Company Faleh Mohammed Al Nuaimi, said that the celebration of the National Day has significant meanings in the minds and hearts of all citizens and residents of the State of Qatar.

QC, Turkish metals sector to boost cooperation ties

The Qatar Chamber (QC) held a meeting yesterday with a trade delegation headed by the Chairman of the Istanbul Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals Exporters’ Association (IDDMIB) Tahsin Öztiryaki. The Qatari side was headed by QC’s First Vice-Chairman Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Towar Al Kuwari.

QCB set to announce FinTech strategy

Qatar Central Bank (QCB) Governor H E  Sheikh Abdulla bin Saoud Al Thani said yesterday that the central bank is working on the banking industry’s financial technology (FinTech) strategy, in cooperation with leading financial institutions and financial technology companies. The strategy, where the central bank would contribute to creating a modern regulatory environment that supports innovation and market stability, will be announced soon, he said.

Your farm, your business: 5 ways to save time and money!

Multi-faceted Stettler company provides mobile electronics solutions, office supply help and more

Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society

All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas

Senate approves bill to merge HEART Trust/NTA with NYS and JFLL

A bill which seeks to merge the functions of the HEART Trust/NTA with the National Youth Service (NYS), the Apprenticeship Board and the Jamaican Foundation for Lifelong Learning (JFLL), was approved by the Senate on Friday. The Human Employment...

RADA warns farmers about beet armyworm increase arising from rainfall

The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is reporting that recent rains have triggered an increase in the pest population of the beet armyworm. RADA says the downpours have facilitated increased plant growth such as...

DBJ to on-lend $5 billion to MSMEs

The Development Bank of Jamaica (DBJ) will be on-lending $5 billion to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) over the next 12 months. This was announced by Minister of Finance and the Public Service, Dr Nigel Clarke, at the launch of...

CBS' Historic New York Headquarters to Be Sold

The office building, located at 51 West 52nd St. at the corner of Sixth Avenue, has served as CBS’ headquarters since it was completed in 1964.

Thrifty father-of-three reveals how he saves £2,000 a year and even gets money off his utility bills - just by scanning his supermarket receipts

EXCLUSIVE: Peter Chatfield, 39, from Deal in Kent, funded a family holiday to Disneyland Florida, after saving £2,000 through cashback on supermarket shopping apps and special offers.

Hotel pilferers set their sights on MATTRESSES as five-star establishments find luxury 'rain-effect' showers, TVs and artwork are also vanishing along with their bathrobes

The luxury beds are worth so much and are filled with so much technology, like memory foam and temperature controls, that they have become a target for thieves, a survey has revealed.

Boris Johnson casts fresh doubt on '£100billion' HS2 rail project saying it will cost 'an awful lot of money'

Boris Johnson hinted at a rethink on the massive scheme - which would affect his own Uxbridge constituency - saying the government would review whether funding could be 'better spent'.

Ericsson to pay $1 billion USD to settle corruption investigation

Ericsson has agreed to pay more than $1 billion USD (approximately $1.3 billion CAD) to resolve U.S. corruption probes.

Floppy Disk With Steve Jobs' Signature Sells For $84,000 By US Auction House

Floppy disk with Steve Jobs signature sells for $84,115 by a RR auction house in the U.S. On the disk’s label is the signature of  Steve jobs with a black pen.

Tata Steel Asks LGBTQ+ Employees To Declare Partners, Avail HR Benefits

In a unique move, Tata steel on Monday asked their employees from LGBTQ+ community to declare their partners and avail HR benefits

Share market highlights: Sensex ends 43 points up, Nifty near 11,950; TCS, HCL Tech top losers

Share Market News Today | Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: The headline indices Sensex and Nifty ended marginally higher on Monday afternoon, amid volatility.

Lucky 13 for Milan Bergamo

For the first time in its history, Milan Bergamo Airport has hit the 13 million passenger mark, setting a new record for annual passengers for the Italian gateway. Handling just one million passengers for the first time in 1999, saw the airport celebrate the historic moment with the lucky 13-millionth passenger departing for Dheli via Rome. Endorsed by Milan Bergamo’s strengthening of existing flights, new carriers, and the expansion of route choice, the airport has welcomed extraordinary growth over the last

airBaltic receives the Regional Airline of the Year Award by CAPA

The Latvian airline airBaltic received the CAPA Regional Airline of the Year award in a special ceremony in Malta on December 5, 2019. For the second time, airBaltic has been recognised as the leader of the regional aviation sector by CAPA's Aviation Awards for Excellence which is held annually since 2003 with professionals participating from airlines around the world. Martin Gauss, Chief Executive Officer of airBaltic said: “We at airBaltic have had yet another year of intense work and successful growth.

Catalonia Hotels & Resorts partners with Beonprice for digital transformation

BARCELONA - Catalonia Hotels & Resorts has selected Beonprice as its strategic solution for Revenue Management, as the hotel group undergoes significant digital transformation. The hotel chain – which operates 72 properties and more than 10,000 rooms – chose Beonprice as the technology company shared its commitment to innovation and offered a clear vision for how the hotel group can maintain its competitiveness through a dynamic Revenue Management strategy. Utilising Beonprice’s Artificial Intelligence technology, Catalonia Hotels & Resorts will be able to

CAPA's World Aviation Outlook Summit heads to London Stansted in 2020

CAPA – Centre for Aviation (CAPA) announced London Stansted Airport as the host of the CAPA World Aviation Outlook Summit in 2020 during this year’s Summit proceedings in Malta. To be held on 2-3 Decεμβερ 2020, the Summit will welcome over 200 aviation executives to analyse the industry’s performance over the year, discuss the current state of play and forecast the outlook of the aviation market. Covering all regions - Europe, Asia, Middle East, Americas and beyond - expert speakers will

Carnival Corporation’s Costa Cruises welcomes LNG-Powered Costa Smeralda to fleet

MIAMI – Costa Cruises, the Italian brand of Carnival Corporation & plc officially took delivery today of Costa Smeralda, the brand’s first ship powered by liquefied natural gas (LNG), the marine industry’s most advanced fuel technology. The handover ceremony was held at the Meyer shipyard in Turku, Finland, where the brand’s new flagship was built. Costa Smeralda becomes Carnival Corporation’s fourth new ship of 2019 and its second LNG-powered ship. Costa Smeralda is the first of two new sister ships for Costa

Progress towards liberalized and harmonized regulatory frameworks key to unlocking full benefits of air connectivity

Montreal and Aqaba, Jordan, 6 December 2019 - At the Twelfth ICAO Air Services Negotiation Event taking place in Aqaba, Jordan this week, ICAO Council President Dr. Olumuyiwa Benard Aliu encouraged progress towards liberalized and harmonized regulatory frameworks for air transport, and highlighted the importance of air connectivity for sustainable development, particularly for the Middle East. “Besides the fact that air connectivity generates over 2.4 million jobs in this Region, and $130 billion dollars in Middle East Gross Domestic Product (GDP),

Virtua Partners and Hotel Equities give Houston hotel a fresh look

HOUSTON - Virtua Partners, the Scottsdale, Arizona-based private equity firm, announced the grand reopening of its now 190-room Springhill Suites by Marriott hotel in Houston. The property, managed by Hotel Equities, a leading hotel management firm, features a newly designed interior with spacious suites. This hotel is one of five properties operated through Virtua Partners’ and Hotel Equities’ strategic partnership. “This project shows how working with the right partner, like Virtua enhances the overall execution,” says Joe Reardon, Hotel Equities Chief

ATOM Hotels Socimi expands its portfolio

MADRID - The REIT ATOM Hotels Socimi, incorporated in January 2018 by Bankinter and GMA, has confirmed the acquisition of the hotel Tryp Coruna formally owned by one Melia Hotels International Group’s companies, The four-star hotel is located in the historic center of La Coruna and offers 181 rooms. The acquisition represents 12.9 million euros. A new lease agreement has been signed with the Hotusa Group, which will operate the hotel under the EXE brand. GMA, ATOM manager, has led the rebranding

Ethiopian Group CEO named ‘Airline Executive of the Year’ by CAPA

ADDIS ABABA - Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam has been recognized as ‘Airline Executive of the Year’ at the annual Global Aviation Awards for Excellence organized by Centre for Aviation (CAPA) in Malta on 5th December 2019. Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam won the title for his commendable individual influence on the aviation industry, demonstrating outstanding strategic thinking and innovative direction for the growth of Ethiopian Airlines and the aviation industry at large. Commenting on the accolade, Mr. Tewolde GebreMariam said,

Owner of £3m apartment sues Heron Tower for £100,000 after enduring two years without broadband

A millionaire is suing for £100,000 after going two years without broadband at his £3 million apartment and being forced to log on at his local library.

The 8 best Christmas wreaths for 2019 (and how to make one at home)

The wreath is a tradition packed with symbolism;

'Middle-class' carriages: Rail passengers offered 'premium economy' fares

Three classes of travel will be introduced to Britain's railways for the first time in 60 years, the chief executive of the new West Coast mainline has announced.

Former Fed Chief Paul Volcker, Inflation Tamer, Dies at 92

In working to help the U.S. economy recover from the 2008 crisis, he proposed what became known as the Volcker rule that restricted banks from making high-risk investments

FIRS: Buhari fails to renew Fowler’s tenure, names successor

President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the composition of a new board for the Federal Inland Revenue Service, subject to Senate

Peregrine Ventures raises more than €103 million for its fourth fund, to invest in MedTech startups

Peregrine Ventures, an Israeli MedTech venture capital fund, just closed its fourth fund, Peregrine 4, raising €103 million. Their partners include some of the leading institutional and private equity investors from Israel, the United States, Europe and Australia. 

South Africa hit by massive power cuts as floods disrupt supply

Worst outages in a decade after heavy rains cause power stations to fail

Will the pound go up in value if Labour wins the general election?

We examine John McDonnell’s claim that Labour’s spending plans could boost sterling

We’ve crunched the numbers – nationalisation would be a bargain

Our research shows nationalisation would pay for itself in seven years, says David Hall, visiting professor at the University of Greenwich

The daily business briefing: December 9, 2019

Democrats and the White House reach a deal on parental leave, Frozen 2 dominates the box office for a third week, and more 

A new North American trade deal looks like it's close

Impeachment hearings don't look like they're getting in the way of Congress hammering out a new trade deal for North America. Richard Trumka, the president of the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations, said Monday that there's a deal in place. He added that he'll meet with his executive committee in the afternoon to discuss it, but he hinted that he feels optimistic about it. "We have pushed them hard and have done quite well," he said. The AFL-CIO is a key player in the negotiations, since it's the largest federation of unions in the U.S. The organization opposes the existing North American Free Trade agreement between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, which it blames for the decline in manufacturing jobs with good wages, so its support likely means the potential agreement includes stronger labor protections than NAFTA or the replacement agreement signed by President Trump in 2018. Republicans in both chambers are expected to support the new deal overwhelmingly, and the AFL-CIO stamp…

Amazon India bets on vernacular, voice & videos to help sellers boost sales

Amazon also announced its partnership with CII to conduct awareness workshops and training in pre-identified locations to enable small and medium businesses start their e-commerce journey.

Yes Bank yet to approve Blackstone's buyout of Coffee Day's tech park

Shares of Coffee Day extended decline to as much as 14.5% in Mumbai, which is the biggest drop since July 31.

Aluminium firms seek cut in input duties as production costs, imports swell

Industry is dogged by inverted duty structure. While calcined petroleum coke import suffers 10%, finished aluminium attracts 7.5% duty. Caustic soda lye import is taxed at 7.5% versus 5% on alumina

Govt limits stock holding for onion retailers to 2 tonnes to curb hoarding

Retail onion prices have risen in the past two months due to short supply owing to fall in production of kharif (summer) crop after heavy rains.

No reason to show that employment has come down: Govt tells Lok Sabha

The Labour and Employment Minister also said the government is implementing various schemes for generating more employment

BoB to sell 10.4 mn shares in proposed UTI AMC initial public offering

Last week, the country's largest lender State Bank of India had approved diluting up to 8.25% stake in UTI AMC

SC partially lifts ban on construction activities in Delhi-NCR region

The apex court perused the affidavit filed by CPCB which said however that no construction should be permitted during 6 PM to 6 AM

North Korea calls Donald Trump 'thoughtless', 'sneaky old man' over tweets

Kim has said North Korea will seek a new way if the US maintains its sanctions and pressure, and issued the deadline for the Trump administration to offer mutually acceptable terms for a deal.

Top headlines: SBI's MCLR rate cut, Lodha India's richest realtor and more

This is the eighth cut in MCLR in this financial year and follows a 5 bps reduction last month

59 mn added under PM Jyoti Bima Yojana, 154 mn under Suraksha Yojana: Govt

The PMJJBY offers life insurance cover of Rs 2 lakh in case of death due to any reason to people in the age group of 18-50 years having a bank or post office account

Suraksha Realty confident of acquiring Jaypee Infra, voting from Dec 10

Suraksha Realty is owned by Sudhir Valia, the brother-in-law of Sun Pharma promoter Dilip Shanghvi

Central GST collection falls short of budget estimate by 40% during Apr-Nov

The minister said that as many as 999 cases were registered till October in the current fiscal for GST evasion and Rs 8,134.39 crore has been recovered.

Indigo Paint's IPO may fetch 3.5x returns for Sequoia in partial exit

The fund-raising comes at a time when the company plans to penetrate cities and scale up investments and become a key player in the industry

Adityanath govt clears Rs 1,600 cr Ballia Link Expressway project

The four-lane expressway will connect UP-Bihar border district with Purvanchal Expressway; It is expected to be 35-40 km long and is likely to cost Rs 40 crore per km

Kochhar challenges RBI decision to terminate her; HC seeks bank's response

Banking Regulation Act says that prior approval of the RBI is required to terminate the contract of a bank's chairman or managing director

Under NDCP, TRAI seeks industry's views on unbundled licensing regime

The move came after the Telecom Department sought the regulator's recommendation on the issue

Vistara signs codeshare agreement with Lufthansa, 6th with overseas airline

As part of the agreement, Lufthansa will add its 'LH' designator code to nearly 18 Vistara-operated flights every day covering ten Indian cities, including Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai

Mutual Funds' asset base hits Rs 27 trn, bank, PSU funds top allocation

Mutual fund houses witnessed an overall inflow of Rs 54,419 crore last month as compared to Rs 1.33 lakh crore in October

Equity flows see sharpest dip in 3.5 years, slip 78% in November

Flows were 78% low compared to Oct; lump sum investments hit

ICICI Bank opens new center in Bahrain, offers retail, corporate banking

The bank already has a retail branch at the local Manama Centre, it said in a statement

India climbs one spot to 129th in 2019 human development index: UNDP

In India, 27.1 crore people were lifted out of poverty from 2005-06 to 2015-16, UNDP India resident representative Shoko Noda said

Goyal says tit for tat to countries discriminating with Indian cos

"Free and equal access" is the policy adopted by this government two years ago, he said at an event organised by EXIM Bank here

Tata Motors plans to add 100 new passenger vehicle outlets by FY 20 end

Tata Motors is looking to increase its penetration in the domestic passenger vehicle segment with entry into the premium hatchback segment.

NSE asks investors to be careful in executing PoA with stock brokers

The latest communication comes against the backdrop of Karvy Stock Broking Ltd unauthorisedly transferring securities worth Rs 2,300 crore of more than 95,000 clients, into its account

Tariff hikes likely to double telcos operating profit in FY21: Report

The Supreme Court order on the AGR puts a burden of Rs 1.47 lakh crore on the industry that has been bleeding for years and sitting on a debt pile of close to Rs 4 lakh crore

PSBs turn profitable in Apr-Sep FY20, post aggregate profit of Rs 3221 cr

State-run lenders had posted aggregate operating profits during 2017-18 and 2018-19 of Rs 1,55,603 crore and Rs 1,53,871 crore respectively

TTK Prestige to boost home solutions portfolio, eyes new verticals

While it is launching 30 SKUs in the home cleaning range, other products in the electrical and non-electrical spaces are on the drawing board

Paytm Payments Bank says it issued 600,000 FASTags in November

PPB said it sold 6 lakh tags in the month of November, and claimed that it has equipped over 1.85 million vehicles with FASTags

government bonds launches interest rate options on 10-year government bonds

As per the statement, interest rate options are based on the underlying government 10-year bonds -- the 7.26% 2029 bond and the 6.45% 2029 bond

After nod to Recycling of Ships Bill, India eyeing 60% global share: Govt

Terming the passing of the Bill as a giant step and a historical moment in the Indian maritime arena, Mandaviya said it will have far reaching effects on the ship recycling industry.

Tea Board considering new export cess to fund promotion and marketing

While the rate of the cess is yet to be finalised, sources say it could be around Rs 2 per kg of export

UP cabinet okays Zurich Airport International plan to develop Jewar airport

The new airport will be designed, developed and operated under a 40-year concession period and the Swiss firm will invest more than Rs 4,500 crore in it

Here's why Saudi Aramco's stock is unlikely to plunge on its debut

From bonus shares to a fat dividend, there's a lot to underpin the price, at least initially

At $1.6 trn a day, EM currency trading outpaces peers, rupee deals double

In early 2016, emerging-market currencies began a two-year rally that took MSCI Inc.'s gauge to a record as investors sought higher-yielding assets

Market Wrap, Dec 9: Sensex up 42 pts, Nifty at 11,937; Auto stocks gain

Sectoral indices ended the session mixed on the NSE. At close, Nifty Realty Index closed with a cut of 1.15 per cent, while Nifty Auto index closed 0.73 per cent higher

Vietjet begins direct flights connecting Delhi to Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi

The Hanoi-headquartered airline had announced these flights in August and had been planning to connect India first in 2017 and then in 2018

Letter to BS: NEFT system a step closer to achieving financial inclusion

The facility to transfer money through NEFT transaction on a round-the-clock basis will benefit many customers

Over Rs 10 trn worth of loans disbursed under Mudra Yojana till Nov 1: Govt

The PMMY is a scheme launched by the prime minister on April 8, 2015, for providing loans up to Rs 10 lakh to non-corporate, non-farm small/micro enterprises.

SAIL reworks marketing strategy to draw high volume sales in November

Company clocks 36% YoY rise in volume sales to 1.40 million tonnes

Paul Volcker: The inflation tamer who set bank risk rule, dies at 92

In a career that spanned more than half a century, Volcker became a one-man economic cleanup crew

India set to be among top advertisement markets in 2019: GroupM and Zenith

The overall market size is expected to reach Rs 95,000 crore

27.2 mn male, 15.6 mn female registered job seekers in the country: Govt

Santosh Gangwar said employment exchanges are being managed by the respective state governments in the country and there are five employment exchanges which are exclusively for women job seekers

Shakti Pumps hits 52-week low as CARE downgrades bank facilities

The outlook for the long-term rating of the company has been revised from 'Stable' to 'Negative'.

UP govt clears plan to induct 700 electric buses in 14 cities across state

Singh said Rs 250 crore will be incurred in the operation of these buses of which Rs 120 crore will be realised through sale of tickets.

Italy proposes new plan to rescue ArcelorMittal plant; 8,000 jobs at stake

Italy considers the steel mill a strategic industrial site and faces pressure from unions, which are trying to protect the 8,000 jobs at risk

Higher MSP fosters surge in paddy arrivals in Chhattisgarh's centres

Over 700,000 tonnes of the crop arrived in a week. State has till date disbursed Rs 7,000 cr to farmers, who will be paid Rs 1,815 a quintal for common grade and Rs 1,835 for A-grade produce

Edible oil gets costlier due to kharif crop damage, global price rise

Floods in key producing regions resulted in major damage to standing kharif soybean crop

Amazon, Flipkart planning to help SMEs go digital and grow their businesses

E-commerce giants adopt similar strategy to helps SMEs

Yes Bank likely to reject $1.2 bn offer from Canadian tycoon Erwin Braich

At a meeting on Tuesday, the board is expected to reject an offer from Canada's Erwin Singh Braich and Hong Kong-based SPGP Holdings to contribute $1.2 billion toward the fund raising

Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre mark, diesel price crosses Rs 66

The increase pushed price of petrol to Rs 75 per litre in the national capital and that of diesel to Rs 66.04 per litre

BMA Wealth investors stage protests, demand Karvy-like refund action

Investors said while Sebi acted swiftly in the case of Karvy, it has done nothing to address their problem

Maldives keen to disentangle from China's debt trap: Nasheed to Venkaiah

The former president of Maldives said his country, amidst claims of huge investment by Beijing, is undertaking an assessment of assets created through debt funding from China.

Chanda Kochhar termination: Bombay HC seeks RBI's reply before next hearing

Earlier, Kochhar had stated that ICICI Bank was under statutory obligation to obtain prior RBI approval to terminate her from service, and claimed that the bank did not seek any such approval.

How corruption and populist politics weigh down Delhi's infrastructure

The first of a five-part series takes stock of Delhi, the power centre and cultural melting pot of India, to find that it needs an overhaul

Paramilitary troops to soon don khadi uniform, Amit Shah issues directions

Samples of cotton and woollen uniforms, blankets and camouflage uniform, among others, for paramilitary forces have been developed by KVIC

Auto sector is in transition phase, no threat of job losses: Govt in RS

Union Heavy Industries Minister Prakash Javadekar said no closure of any automobile or ancillary manufacturing units has been reported in the past three years

Imran urges overseas Pakistanis to invest in Pak, says learn from Indians

He lamented that Pakistani people were unaware of the dire consequences corruption could have on their lives

Loan defaults mainly due to salary delays, biz downturns, says survey

The survey comes months after official data showed that unemployment is at a four-decade high, the pace of economic growth slipping to a six-year low

Plans to privatise BPCL suicidal for nation, says PSU officers' union

The officers union was not opposed to private competition but they should not be handed on a platter assets set up over years.

MPs in RS demand hike in tea workers' wages, universal maternity benefits

Demanding the government protect goldsmiths, BJP leader Kailash Soni said traders of gold and silver are in distress due to "police harassment".

Factory owner, manager nabbed after Indian capital's deadliest fire in 20 years

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Kazakhstan plans more than $1 billion in fresh aid to banks: Sources

Kazakhstan plans to provide more than $1 billion in aid to at least four local banks after an asset quality review revealed holes in their balance sheets that require capital injections, two sources familiar with the plans told Reuters.

Ready for more United States prisoner swaps: Iran

Iran said Monday it was open to more prisoner swaps with the US while stressing an exchange at the weekend was not the result of formal negotiations with its arch-foe. US President Donald Trump thanked Iran for what he called a "very fair negotiation" after an American scholar was released Saturday in exchange for an Iranian scientist held in the United States.

Hope to reach trade agreement with US as soon as possible: China

China said on Monday that it hoped to make a trade deal with the United States as soon as possible, amid intense discussions before fresh US tariffs on Chinese imports are due to kick in at the end of the week. Beijing hopes it can reach a trade agreement with the United States that satisfies both sides, Assistant Commerce Minister Ren Hongbin told reporters on Monday.

Former Federal Reserve Chief Paul Volcker dead at 92

Paul Volcker, the towering former Federal Reserve chairman who tamed US inflation in the 1980s and decades later inspired tough Wall Street reforms in the wake of the global financial crisis, died on Monday at the age of 92, according to the New York Times, which quoted his daughter.

Esperance Shire owed nearly $40k in unpaid rates

The Shire of Esperance is set to take its pursuit of unpaid rates to the next stage, with more than $39,000 owing. According to the December, 2019 council ag...

Samsung Pay launched in just one new market in 2019

Among all the first-party Samsung apps and services, Samsung Pay, the company’s mobile payment service, is by far the most useful and popular. It is one of those few offerings where the Korean tech

iDreamSky in talks to buy Leyou

Mobile publisher would get controlling interest in fellow Chinese outfit with stakes in Digital Extremes, Splash Damage, SNK Playmore

US SEC Re-Opens Infamous Bitcoin Scammer Case

According to recent documents, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) believes that the case against the serial Ponzi scammer, Renwick

India Ends Disappointing Year in Crypto, Will 2020 Be Better?

Regardless of crypto market price action, some countries have had a better 2019 than others. India has been on the back foot for most of it ...

BigTech Cryptocurrencies Pose Risk to Global Financial Stability: FSB

The Financial Stability Board (FSB) says government and regulators should closely monitor the emerging trend of BigTech companies entering the crypto

Huobi US Closes Doors After Weak Demand

The US partner of the Huobi exchange has decided to fold its business, due to low demand and liquidity. The HBUS platform will stop its operations after

Bitcoin Road to $100K: Peter Brandt Explains the When and How

Bitcoin is heading towards the $100,000 mark, according to veteran commodity trader Peter Brandt, who shared his analysis in a new video clip. However,

Bitcoin Price Shows ‘Uncanny Resemblance’ to 2018 Breakout Pattern

BTC has hovered between bullish and bearish attitudes. But one chart analyst sees a possible scenario, as the bitcoin price action in the past months

PBoC to Test Crypto Yuan with Telecom Firms, Commercial Banks

People’s Bank of China is entering another stage of its tests for a crypto payment system. This will be carried out telecom firms and banks.

Bitcoin Climbs 2 Spots on China’s Latest CCID Ranking

China's Center for Information and Industry Development once again published a new list of its crypto ranking index, pushing Bitcoin 2 spots higher than

Dash Investors’ Missing Funds Returned, Moocowmoo Resurfaces

After months of speculation as to the whereabouts of Moocowmoo and the location of Dash investors’ funds, it seems he’s finally woken up.

Task team established to fight congestion at Cape Town port | IOL News

Western Cape MEC for economic affairs David Maynier said he has established a task team to solve ongoing congestion in the Cape Town port.

EU Approves State Aid to Develop Car Batteries Industry

The European Union has approved $3.5 billion in subsidies from seven member countries that want to develop the electric battery industry and challenge China's supremacy.

Blackpool dolls house has raised funds for charity

A dolls house has a new home for Christmas after being sold for &#163;120 and raising funds for charity.

Infrastructure developers await law on PPP - VietNamNet

The National Assembly is working on an investment law on public-private partnerships (PPP) which investors hope will settle legal conflicts.

Risky business: Why gov’t made sure Manila Water, Maynilad would earn

Part 2: What is 'onerous' now was logical before. Rappler looks at the history of how government enticed the private sector to take over water services.

Pace of housing starts edges up in November on strength in B.C., Alberta

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts edged higher last month compared with October, although there were declines in five provinces.

Liberals to release fiscal update before Christmas, Morneau says

Finance Minister Bill Morneau says the government will provide an update on federal finances before Christmas.

China Orders All Government Offices, Public Companies To Replace Foreign PCs, Software

Beijing retaliates for Huawei blockage

Democrats Close to Agreement With White House on New NAFTA

Congressional Democrats and the White House are on the cusp of an agreement on revisions to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

Paul A. Volcker, Fed Chairman Who Waged War on Inflation, Is Dead at 92

Mr. Volcker helped shape American economic policy for decades, notably by leading the Federal Reserve’s brute-force campaign to subdue inflation in the 1970s and ’80s.

The Great Recycling Con

The greatest trick corporations ever played was making us think we could recycle their products.

Don’t Let China Win the Green Race

America should be leading the way on clean energy, not falling behind.

Inheritance Tax rules could be changing. Here's 10 facts you need to know...

With potential changes in inheritance tax rules on the horizon, Ian Lowes, managing director of Lowes Financial Management, offers some advice

Newcastle College-Environment is at the forefront for generations to come

Newcastle College is already at the forefront of training for the North East’s renewable energy sector...

Parliament approves ship recycling bill passed in RS today

Parliament on Monday approved a legislation to regulate recycling of ships with a view to make India an attractive ship breaking destination to create employment while at the same time ensuring it does not become a dumping ground of the world. The Recycling of Ships Bill, 2019 was passed in Rajya Sabha by a voice vote

No proposal for education loans waiver, says govt

The government on Monday said there is no proposal under consideration for waiver of education loans. In the last three years from 2016-17 to March 2019, the amount of outstanding education loans

Over 10 lakh cr loans sanctioned under Mudra Yojana

The PMMY is a scheme launched by the prime minister on April 8, 2015, for providing loans up to Rs 10 lakh to non-corporate, non-farm small/micro enterprises.

Hoping to reach trade agreement with US soon: China

Beijing hopes that it can reach a trade agreement with the United States that satisfies both sides as soon as possible, China's Assistant Commerce Minister Ren Hongbin said on Monday. Ren made the

Sensex falls 70 pts in early trade; banking stocks drag

Equity benchmark BSE Sensex on Monday fell over 70 points in early trade, dragged mainly by losses in financial and banking stocks amid persistent foreign fund outflows. The 30-share index was

Sensex rises 42 points; bank, auto stocks shine

Market benchmark BSE Sensex rose over 42 points on Monday to close at 40,487.43, driven by buying in select bank and auto counters.

'EV charging biz to grow at 50 by 2022 in India'

Power and energy management firm Delta Electronics expects its electric vehicle charging business in India to grow around 50 per cent per annum in the next three years with more car makers bringing their EVs into the country, according to a senior company official. The company, which has

Iran says ready for more US prisoner swaps

Iran said Monday it was open to more prisoner swaps with the US while stressing an exchange at the weekend was not the result of formal negotiations with its arch-foe.

​​​​​​​Learning the right lessons from the onion crisis

Political parties that slam central governments on high prices for consumers/low prices for farmers will do zilch about getting their state governments to implement these reforms.

Tata Motors to add another 100 sales outlets for PVs

Auto major Tata Motors plans to add 100 sales outlets for passenger vehicles by the end of the current fiscal as it aims to enhance its reach in the country, a senior company official said.

Job creation to jump 7.12% in Oct-Mar: TeamLease report

According to TeamLease's bi-annual Employment Outlook Report for HY2 2019, economic reforms lifted the spirits for seven of the 19 sectors surveyed, while nine sectors reported a decrease in their outlook for October-March period of this fiscal.

SBI lowers MCLR based lending rates by 10 bps

Country's largest lender State Bank of India on Monday announced the reduction in its marginal cost of fund-based lending rate (MCLR) by 10 basis points across all one-year products, effective

Govt mulls allowing employees to reduce PF contribution

The proposal will face stiff opposition from trade unions, which had earlier expressed strong reservations about the move saying this would defeat the purpose of the social security scheme run by the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO).

Labor issues could plague long-delayed veterans cemetery project

The Buffalo Building and Construction Trades Council has been pushing for a project labor agreement at the site. But the Department of Veter

Bakery owner 'devastated' by demolition, says city must police absentee landlords

As Susan Adamucci drove her 12-year-old son to school last Wednesday, she heard on the radio that a building was in peril in downtown Buf...

Crowley Webb brings blue-collar vibe to renovated digs

Crowley Webb has come a long way since its founding 33 years ago. What started as a small firm with an office on lower Franklin Street in...

West Herr buys Transitowne Hyundai and moves it

West Herr Automotive Group has acquired Transitowne Hyundai and moved the dealership about 2 miles up Transit Road, to Clarence. Terms of...

Probe underway into $3.3M fraud at Telenor bank

Several employees at Telenor’s Pakistan-based Microfinance Bank were accused of helping scam the operation out ...

Hearables fuel wearable shipment surge

The growing popularity of wireless ear and headphones pushed wearable shipments in the third quarter ...

Ericsson pays $1bn to settle corruption probe

Networking giant reaches settelement following accusations of corruption by US authorities

There's still time to grab these amazing iPad deals before the holidays

There's still time to bag a cheap iPad deal from the leftovers of the Cyber Monday sales and we've rounded up all the discounts still going.

What is AWS Glue?

Having data in the cloud is one thing, being able to sort it into useful packets is another. Luckily, for Amazon Web Services, this is exactly what their Glue application does.

China hopes for US trade deal 'as soon as possible'

China and the United States are negotiating a so-called "phase one" deal aimed at de-escalating their prolonged trade dispute.

Ericsson will pay a yard to settle bribery charges

The judge could not be Swede into letting them off

Lebanon's exit path from economic woes

The government should aim at restoring confidence through economic sustainability and balanced growth.

3 Tax Mistakes You're Probably Making Today

If you're falling victim to these blunders, you're throwing money away or opening the door to problems you really don't need.

10 Tax Moves to Make Before 2020

Time is running out to get yourself set up for success when tax filing season starts up early next year.

Why Investors Should Avoid Zscaler

The cybersecurity company reported strong fiscal first-quarter results and raised its guidance, but its stock price corresponds to higher expectations.

Toy Industry 2019: Hot Toys and Competition

The calendar gives 2019 a shorter holiday season than usual, but the hottest toys are still flying off the shelves.

Why Canopy Growth Stock Just Popped 11%

Canopy just crowned a new king of cannabis.

This Dividend-Paying Chip Stock Could Switch Up a Gear in 2020

Secular end-market growth should be a catalyst for chipmaker Analog Devices in the new year.

The 5 Best Industrial Stocks to Buy for 2020

Assuming the economy avoids a protracted slowdown next year, these companies' catalysts could deliver strong gains for investors.

3 Healthcare Stocks to Buy and Never Sell

A holding period of forever sounds perfect for these top-tier businesses.

5 Bold Predictions for the Stock Market in 2020

Some scenarios that could play out over the next year.

Why These 2 Natural Gas Stocks Are Soaring Today

Antero Resources and Antero Midstream are working together to enhance their outlook.

3 Top Small-Cap Stocks to Buy Right Now

One way for investors to build wealth is to find great companies with growth potential while they're still small.

Wole Soyinka withdraws Osinbajo award nomination over Sowore’s detention

THE Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) said it has withdrawn the presentation of award to the Nigerian Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo following the Department of States Services’ (DSS) invasion of the court and repression of freedom of speech...

Buhari names Nami to replace Fowler as FIRS boss

PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buharion Monday approved the composition of a new board for the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) subject to Senate

FG launches digital platform to publish daily financial transactions of agencies, ministries

PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari has launched the Open Treasury Portal to promote transparency and track spending in the public sector.

JUST IN: Buhari names Nami to replace Fowler as FIRS boss

PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buharion Monday approved the composition of a new board for the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) subject to Senate

‘Who’s going to make the first move?’: Canada not alone in the Huawei dilemma

Nations around the world seek direction on whether to allow the Chinese company’s equipment into 5G networks

China's pig herd expands by 2% in November vs October - ministry

BEIJING — China’s pig herd increased by 2% in November compared with the prior month, the Agriculture Ministry said on Monday.

South Africa steps up power cuts after flooding hits major plant

JOHANNESBURG — South Africa’s state energy company Eskom is cutting up to 6,000 megawatts (MW) of power from the national grid after heavy rain and flooding triggered failures at its Medupi plant, disrupting supplies to businesses and households across the country.

Shareholders advised to vote against Richard Baker-led offer for HBC

An influential proxy advisory service is recommending shareholders vote against a takeover offer for Hudson's Bay Co. by a group led by the retailer's executive chairman.

Pace of housing starts edges up in November on strength in B.C., Alberta

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts edged higher last month compared with October, although there were declines in five provinces.

China reportedly bans foreign technology in its government and public offices

China is reportedly planning to ban all government offices and public institutions from using foreign software and computers in a move that could dent sales by US tech companies and increase tensions at a crucial moment in the trade war.

Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society

The Law Society of British Columbia has moved to require Indigenous cultural competency training for all practising lawyers in the province, in response to gaps in legal education that the Truth and Reconciliation Commission identified.

Canopy Growth shares get lift after Constellation executive named new CEO

Shares of Canopy Growth Corp. got a lift after the cannabis producer named a veteran Constellation Brands executive as its new chief executive.

World's 'largest collection' of rare whiskies on sale

Lovers of very expensive whisky will get the chance to bid on nearly 4,000 rare bottles acquired by a late U.S. soft drink bottling company executive.

7 Low-Risk Mutual Funds to Buy Now

An array of low-risk mutual funds spanning multiple asset classes are currently available to investors. Here are seven worth a look.

Desirable Branding Distinguishes Aphria Stock

Though production capacity is always important, Aphria stock has made progress due to its underlying premium brands.

Investors Should Buy Amazon Stock While It Keeps Treading Water

Worries about Amazon's declining AWS growth and rising content spending appear to be overblown. Amazon stock has got plenty of life in it.

Aphria Is Making the Right Moves to Survive Marijuana Slump

The outlook for cannabis stocks remains challenging. But if anyone can turn it around in 2020, it could well be Aphria.

Things Are Going from Bad to Worse for Aurora Stock

Does Aurora Cannabis stock offer an intriguing, compelling trade? Yes. However, realistically getting to that point is a major problem.

Under $3, Plug Power Stock Is a Good Speculative Buy

Plug Power and PLUG stock lost all momentum Dec. 2 when it announced it would sell up to 40 million shares in a secondary offering.

5 Reasons to Buy Aphria Stock Before Pot Stocks Start Moving Again

Aphria stock has taken a beating in recent months, but there are at least five reasons why Aphria shares could be headed higher soon.

New Age Beverages Stock Remains a High-Risk, High-Reward Situation

NBEV stock could rise by seven-fold from here, but it's far more likely that shares remain weak thanks to glaring profitability issues.

Can Debt Deal Save Chesapeake Energy Stock?

Seemingly out of nowhere, Chesapeake Energy stock received a lifeline with a debt financing deal. But should contrarians take the bait?

Square Stock Has the Only ‘CEO Bro’ We Can Trust

Because of African demographics and economic realities, the opportunity for first-to-market dominance is too lucrative to pass up for Square stock.

3 Healthcare Stocks to Buy Before the End of 2019

The year-end success of the healthcare sector has led to several strong stocks to buy. Here are three of the best healthcare stocks to buy.

If You Haven’t Ditched NBEV Stock Yet, Now Is the Time

NBEV stock is an irredeemable loser. The CEO is selling shares and the company is in debt and losing money.

Cisco Stock May Be a Great Value Name

Cisco stock offers many compelling features. CSCO stock is one or two pieces away from being great for growth and income investors.

Monday’s Vital Data: Bank of America, Apple and JPMorgan Chase

Options trading was buzzing in Bank of America, Apple and JPMorgan Chase stock. Here are the metrics that matter moving forward.

With No Revenue or Approved Treatments, Ocugen Stock Is a Clear Sell

Because if you do, you’ll probably lose all your principal and a tax deduction would then be the only benefit to owning OCGN stock.

GE Stock is a Buy as CEO Larry Culp Addresses the Mess He Inherited

GE stock holders may have been disappointed with the decision to keep the dividend at a penny. But the new CEO is running a marathon, not a sprint.

Shopify Stock Will Continue to Amaze Investors in 2020

Shopify stock, which is up 165% this year, still has more upside opportunities like the one from last week. The triggers are close.

5 Restaurant Stocks Dominating Holiday Season Foot Traffic

Foot traffic is one of the best indicators of which fast-food restaurant stocks are best navigating the difficult environment.

Smartly Avoid General Electric Stock Dividend for Capital Appreciation

Reassuring news that General Electric was keeping its dividend should move GE stock higher. But, profit-taking is likely to occur first.

Will Lyft Stock Be Boosted by Lyft’s Spectacular Performance?

The performance of LYFT, at least relative to expectations, has been spectacular in recent quarters. But Lyft stock has struggled badly.

As the Founders Depart, There’s a Real Opportunity in Alphabet Stock

With the company's founders stepping back, CEO Sindar Pichai could have more freedom to unlock some of the underlying value in Alphabet stock.

4 Cybersecurity Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Gains

Secular tailwinds underpinning the cybersecurity market remain as favorable as ever, meaning these four cybersecurity stocks are good buys.

What Should Investors Expect From Advanced Micro Devices Stock in 2020?

Advanced Micro Devices stock more than doubled in 2019, but will its momentum carry into 2020? Here are a few things to know about AMD stock.

Time to Remodel Your Portfolio With Home Depot Stock

Home Depot stock is finally finding some support after a sharp 10% drop. HD should begin to head higher over the coming weeks.

Strong Jobs Numbers Boost Bank of America

We want to take advantage of rising long-term interest rates with a put write on Bank of America (NYSE:BAC)

3 Big Stock Charts for Monday: Hanesbrands, Canada Goose, and Ball Corporation

Monday's big stock charts, including GOOS stock, highlight three names looking for direction and hoping for help from the broad market.

After Earnings, Watch for Workday Stock to Strike $168.50

Workday stock lean bearish on the charts. Its valuation is a little rich, particularly amid this earnings report. What's up with WDAY stock?

Here’s How the US-China Trade War is Helping JD.com Stock Bulls, Bears

Don’t attempt to trade volatile and varied headlines, invest your trust in a powerful trade war pattern setting up on the price chart of JD.com.

10 Stocks With Little or No Debt to Own for the Next 50 Years 

Millennials looking for stocks to own for the next 50 years might want to consider these 10 companies from various sectors of the economy.

Lack of Profitability Is a Significant Risk for Zillow Stock

A lack of profits has kept Zillow stock stuck in neutral for 3 years, and it looks like these profitability issues are here to stay.

Be Wary of Ford’s High Dividend Yield

Be wary of the high Ford stock dividend yield. Ford still can't afford the dividend since its adjusted FCF is too low and not growing.

Mulberry announces launch of 'first 100% sustainable leather bag'

Mulberry has launched a new handbag, the Portobello Tote, which it claims is 100 per cent sustainable. The bag, which retails at £795, was produced in the luxury fashion label's carbon-neutral

Commission approves pan-EU battery project

The plan aims to invest more than €8 billion in battery projects across Europe over the coming decade.

Senator outlines measures to reopen Nigerian borders

A former Chairman, Senate Committee on Police Affairs, Senator Abu Ibrahim, Monday listed measure Nigeria should take to reopen its closed ...

How bad leadership, corruption fuel poverty in Africa

More than 70 per cent of Africa’s estimated 1.2 billion people are said to be suffering from high unemployment, inequality and poverty.

FG to sign MoU with Russian firm on Ajaokuta January - Minister

The Federal Government will sign the Memorandum of Understanding with a Russian firm for the resuscitation of the multi-billion naira Ajaokuta Steel Rol...

Universal Insurance mulls new capital raising to boost capital base

Universal Insurance Plc is considering raising new equity funds to bolster its operations and strengthen its capital base ahead of deadline for ...

We inherited N100b debts not N30b, says AbdulRazaq

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on Monday said that his administration inherited a sum of N100 billion debts from the former government of...

AEDC: We cannot avoid VAT from meter cost - The Nation Newspaper

Following the complaint about the surreptitious manner in which the Abuja Electricity Company (AEDC) has raised the cost of meters, the power firm's ...

Lagos to eradicate wastes generated from construction, demolition

The Lagos State government has launched the Construction, Demolition and Disaster Waste (CDDW) of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA)

Eight things you probably didn’t know about new FIRS chairman, Nami

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday approved the composition of a new board for the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), subject to...

AMCON takes over oil firm over N29b debt, appoints manager

The Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (AMCON) on Monday took over Cedar Oil & Gas Exploration and Production Limited over N29 billion bad debt...

Just In: Gunmen attack business man, murder wife in Lagos

A business mogul has been critically wounded and the wife murder in a suspected armed robbery attack in their highbrow Lagos home. The victim is...

EFCC recovers N3.6bn, 10 houses from suspected looters in Ilorin

The Ilorin Zonal office of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission says it has recovered N3.6 billion and 10 houses from suspected looters...

Yahaya approves additional N550m for payment of gratuities to retirees

Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State has approved the release of additional N550 million for the payment of gratuities to the state retirees...

International Breweries opens N164b rights issue - The Nation Newspaper

International Breweries has opened application list for its N164 billion right issue, in a major recapitalisation that will see the Belgian core ...

Vice President highlights limp action to prevent illegal trade

  Despite the inability to prevent and control illegal trade effectively, illegal goods worth over Ks15 billion were confiscated over the past 14 months, Vice President Myint Swe told local businesspeople.  The Private Sector Development Committee held the 31st meeting with Myanmar entrepreneurs at the office of the Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Yangon on December 8. 

Konbaung era monastery in Aunglan under repair

  Local residents are repairing an over-100-year-old monastery of Konbaung Era design in Aunglan Township, Magway Region, without harming the original architecture. The monastery, built under the reign of King Thibaw in Letplanhla Village, is being repaired under the permission of the Department of Archaeology and National Museums. 

Amazon SLASHES alcohol prices in Christmas gift sale BONANZA

Laphroaig and Bowmore whisky, Bulleit bourbon, Plymouth gin, Mount Gay rum and much more discounted at Amazon

Desert to Power Initiative gains momentum in Burkina Faso

AfDB has approved $54 million loan to the government of Burkina Faso for the Yeleen solar plant, which forms part of the Desert to Power Initiative.

World Bank takes a stance on Isimba hydropower project

The World Bank has approved a Management Action Plan, in response to complaints regarding the construction of Isimba Hydropower Project.

EU and African banks sign $120 million climate action facility

The EIB and the TDB have signed a deal to fund sustainable energy projects over the next 15 years.

NERSA to hold Eskom RCA public hearings in Feb 2020

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) has announced the timelines to process Eskom’s RCA application for the 2018/19 financial year.

New programme launched to support ocean economy innovation

OceanHub Africa launched their Ocean Innovation Africa event in Cape Town, aimed at mitigating the effects of global warming and pollution of the oceans.

Ugandan based Somaliland businesswoman scoops top Award

Uganda’s foremost businesswoman Amina Hersi  Moghe was over the weekend crowned the Entrepreneur of the year of Africa by the respected European CEO magazine. Moghe, born in Kenya of Somaliland parents has been an inspiration to women in East Africa where she has employed over 5,000 people in her different companies. This is an additional cap to her success. She scooped the 2008 Woman Investor of the year Award making her a remarkable woman. “This is a great honour not only to me but to the women of Africa. It shows just how women if given an opportunity and the right environment, can achieve so much,” she said. Somaliland Ambassador to Kenya Bashe Omar congratulated Ms Moghe saying she is one of the best ambassadors of Somaliland in the diaspora.

Wealth of Canadians divided along racial lines, says report on income inequality

One interesting finding was that racialized men have a higher employment rate than non-racialized men

Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society

All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas

Bike-borne miscreants loot 50 kg onions from rickshaw puller in UP’s Gorakhpur

The incident took place on Sunday afternoon when the rickshaw puller was going to deliver the onions to a hotel. "Police is checking the CCTV footage and action will be taken on the basis of investigation," Superintendent of Police (city) Kaustabh said.

Sensex rises 42 points; bank, auto stocks shine

Among the Sensex stocks, HDFC emerged as the top gainer, rising by 2.06 per cent, followed by Axis Bank, Maruti, Reliance, Power Grid and Tata Steel. On the other hand, TCS, HCL Tech, L&T, IndusInd Bank, Tech Mahindra, SBI and ITC lost up to 2.93 per cent.

Shares, Commodity, Rupee Market LIVE Updates: Sensex up 100 points, Nifty over 11,950 led by auto, metal stocks

Share Market, Sensex, Nifty, BSE, NSE Share Price Today Live Updates: Catch all the LIVE market action here.

Explained: The WTO’s dispute settlements mechanism is all but dead. This is why India should worry

Trump sees the WTO -- which seeks to ensure equal treatment for all its members -- as standing in the way of "America First", tying its hands when it tries to protect American workers or seeks to effectively employ the advantages of being the world's most powerful economy.

No reason that employment has come down due to demonetisation, says Gangwar

In response to remarks that demonetisation has severely impacted jobs, the Union minister said the government is implementing various schemes for generating more employment.

Recent cut in corporate tax rate was done to boost investments: CEA

"Private investment is the driver of economic growth. Steps that we are taking, be it corporate tax rate cut, be it code on wages and industrial relations, is to try and create a more favourable environment for investment," Subramanian said at the FICCI Young Leaders Summit

Yamaha launches BS-VI compliant YZF-R15 bike, price starts at Rs 1.45 lakh

The 155cc will be available across all company dealerships in India from the third week of December 2019, India Yamaha Motor (IYM) said in a statement.

Tamil Nadu: At this store, buy a smartphone, get 1 kg onion free

Saravana Kumar (35), who runs the shop in Thalaiyari Street in Pattukotai, said the strategy had paid off and earned him lots of customers in the past few days. “Generally mobile shops tend to give charger or earphones as an offer during the festive season. I tried something out of the box and it worked," he said.

Mutual Funds’ asset base hit all time high of Rs 27 lakh crore on inflow in debt schemes

Mutual fund houses witnessed an overall inflow of Rs 54,419 crore last month as compared to Rs 1.33 lakh crore in October.

Govt further caps stock limit on onion retailers to 2 tons to check hoarding

As per the ministry's data, maximum retail prices are ruling at Rs 165 per kg on Monday, while modal price was at Rs 100 per kg. In most cities, onions are quoted over Rs 100 per kg in retail markets, pinching hard on consumers' pocket.

India makes modest progress in Human Development Index, fares poorly in gender equality

In India, 27.1 crore people were lifted out of poverty from 2005-06 to 2015-16. The steady progress was due to nearly three decades of rapid development, which had seen a dramatic reduction in absolute poverty, along with gains in life expectancy.

Traffic jams cripple Paris as pension strikes halt trains

French President Emmanuel Macron girded for one of the toughest weeks of his presidency as his government prepares to present a redesign of the convoluted French pension system.

Explained: How govt proposes to regulate the dismantling of ships

Under the proposed law, ships will be recycled only in authorised recycling facilities. An application to authorise such a facility must be submitted to the Competent Authority notified by the central government, along with a ship recycling facility management plan and the prescribed fee.

Hong Kong protesters lead in popular choice for TIME Person of the Year 2019

The demonstrators with 89% votes polled as 'yes' have emerged the current favourite among people across the world who are voting to validate them as the people wielding the most influence in the past 12 months.

MIHAN tiger to be captured: Maharashtra Forest Department

“We had sought permission to tranquilise and capture the tiger, which has been granted by Principal Chief Conservator of Forest (Wildlife) Nitin Kakodkar,” said Prabhunath Shukla, Nagpur Deputy Chief Conservator of Forest.

IIT-Madras placements phase-I concludes with 848 offers, most from core domain

Most offers, in the phase I, were made by Micron Technolgy India operations with 31 offers followed by Intel and Microsoft with 20 and 19 offers, respectively.

Tata Steel asks LGBTQ+ employees to declare partners, avail HR benefits

With its vision to provide equal opportunity to the employees, it has been an endeavour of the company to create an enabling workforce for all diverse groups, respecting and embracing the differences in the individuals, the steel maker said in a statement.

Hong Kong protest, largest in weeks, stretches several miles

The huge turnout was a reminder to China’s leader, Xi Jinping, that the monthslong campaign against his authoritarian policies still had broad support in Hong Kong despite a weakening economy and increasingly violent clashes between protesters and police.

European companies minimise risks from US-China trade war

BEIJING, Dec 9 — European companies in China have been able to minimise the effect from the tariff war between Beijing and Washington, although some are considering relocating their businesses, the EU Chamber of Commerce said today. The world’s two biggest economies have been entangled in a...

Cambodia to start opposition leader trial in January

PHNOM PENH, Dec 9 —The trial of Cambodian opposition leader Kem Sokha on treason charges will begin on Jan. 15, a court said today. Kem Sokha was arrested in 2017 and his opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP) banned ahead of an election last year that was condemned by Western...

Govt to set up Special Purpose Vehicle to monitor Kampung Baru redevelopment

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) company will be set up to carry out the Kampung Baru redevelopment project, the Dewan Negara was told today. Federal Territories Minister Khalid Abdul Samad said so far, no developers had been appointed to carry out the project. He said the...

Mahfuz: 59,689 cabbies, e-hailing drivers have signed up with Socso since October

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — About 59,689 taxi and e-hailing drivers have registered under the Social Security Organisation (Socso) since October this year, said Deputy Human Resources Minister Datuk Mahfuz Omar. He said various initiatives were undertaken by the government, to attract the public...

IHH Healthcare receives shareholders’ approval to acquire Prince Court

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — IHH Healthcare Bhd hopes to complete its proposed acquisition of the Prince Court Medical Centre in the first quarter of 2020, following the strong approval obtained from its shareholders at an extraordinary general meeting today. In a statement, the healthcare provider said...

S&P 500, Nasdaq edge higher; tariff deadline in focus

NEW YORK, Dec 9 — The S&P 500 and Nasdaq indexes edged higher today, with investors keeping a close watch on headlines around US-China trade as planned tariffs on Chinese imports kick in on December 15. Beijing and Washington are negotiating a first phase trade deal aimed at de-escalating...

Bursa Malaysia ends lower on subdued sentiment

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Bursa Malaysia finished lower today on subdued sentiments as weak export data from China, the country’s biggest trading partner, signalled weakness for the broader Asian economy. At 5pm, the FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI (FBM KLCI) fell 5.73 points to 1,562.71 from Friday’s...

Lynas says investing in new plant to extract low-level radiation before shipping ore here

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Lynas Corporation Ltd said today it will open a new cracking and leaching plant in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia to extract low-level radioactivity from materials to be shipped to Malaysia for final treatment. The Australia-based rare earth miner said it has signed an option...

Call for import duty of fishing equipment to be abolished

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — A Dewan Negara member today proposed the that the import duty on fishing equipment, such as net, fishing line and engines, to be abolished to help ease the burden of traditional fishermen. Senator Datuk Razali Idris said the price of most fishing equipment has increased by...

Entrepreneur Development Ministry, MTDC collaborate to prepare SMEs for digital technology

BANGI, Dec 9 — The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development (MED) has forged a cooperation with Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC) to prepare the small and medium enterprise (SME) to shift to utilise digital technology in their business. MED Secretary-General Datuk Wan Suraya Wan Md...

Prosus hikes hostile bid for Just Eat

LONDON, Dec 9 — Prosus, Europe’s largest consumer-tech company, said today it has hiked its hostile takeover bid for Just Eat, in an attempt to derail the latter’s merger deal with peer Takeaway.com. Prosus announced in a statement that it has lifted its bid to £74 pence per share or about...

EU opens subsidies for electric battery push

BRUSSELS, Dec 9 — The EU’s powerful anti-trust authority today approved billions of euros in subsidies from seven member states as Europe seeks to make up lost ground in batteries. The move is part of a big push led by Germany and France to prepare Europe for the emergence of electric cars, as...

Stronger US dollar curbs demand for ringgit

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The ringgit closed lower against the US dollar today as the positive sentiment for the greenback curbed interest for local currency. As at 6pm, the local note was quoted at 4.1590/1630 against the US dollar compared with Friday’s close of 4.1580/1610. A dealer said the...

Chow: Four restoration projects in Penang Hill completed

GEORGE TOWN, Dec 9 — Four repair and stabilisation projects undertaken in Penang Hill following a landslide on November 4, 2017 have been completed, said Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow. He said the projects included the refurbishment and enhancement of three communal septic tanks, landscaping and...

Dollar holds ground as central bank meetings loom, pound jumps

LONDON, Dec 9 — The dollar held its ground today thanks to last week’s stronger-than-expected jobs data, although worries about US/China trade talks kept gains in check, while Britain’s pound jumped on the latest polls ahead of this week’s election. Sterling hit a fresh 2-1/2 year high...

RM164m monsoon aid allocation to be distributed to rubber smallholders, tappers

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — An allocation of RM164 million will be distributed to 274,639 rubber smallholders comprising 255,997 business owners and 18,642 rubber tappers through the 2019 Monsoon Season Aid programme. According to Economic Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Azmin Ali, aid of RM600 per...

European stocks stutter as attention turns to trade deadline, central bank meetings

LONDON, Dec 9 — European stocks fell today as worries about a Chinese economic slowdown and the US-China trade war outweighed Friday’s strong US jobs data, in a quiet start to trading before several big events later in the week. The Federal Reserve meets on Wednesday and new European Central...

Malaysians spend 70pc of monthly income on goods, housing and transport, says minister

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — Almost 70 per cent of Malaysians’ monthly income are spent on goods, housing and transport, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said. Based on a World Bank Group report, the cost of living shouldered by Malaysians was mainly...

Gas Malaysia: Average natural gas selling price to fall for Jan 1-Dec 31, 2020

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The average natural gas selling price applicable for Gas Malaysia Energy and Services Sdn Bhd from January 1 to December 31, 2020 will be set at RM33.65/MMBtu, lower by 2.91 per cent or RM1.01/MMBtu, compared to the current price for the distribution segment. The selling...

Whisky galore! Largest ever collection could fetch up to US$10m

LONDON, Dec 9 — Scottish auctioneers hope to sell off 3,900 bottles of rare whisky for up to £8 million (RM42.8 million) next year in what they said would be the largest private collection of the tipple ever to go up for auction. Colorado businessman Richard Gooding, who died in 2014 aged 67,...

SSM to offer big discounts on compounds

PUTRAJAYA, Dec 9 — The Companies Commission of Malaysia (SSM) will offer discounts up to 90 per cent for the settlement of compounds imposed on registered corporations from January 1 to April 30, next year. Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the...

Singapore authority revokes Inter-Pacific Petroleum’s bunker supplier licence

SINGAPORE, Dec 9 — The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has revoked the bunker supplier licence of Inter-Pacific Petroleum Pte Ltd effective today. In a statement here, MPA said Inter-Pacific would cease to operate as a bunker supplier in the Port of Singapore. According to the...

Insurance, road tax for Zahid's 20 vehicles paid by Yayasan Akalbudi, court told

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The High Court today was told that the road tax and insurance for 20 vehicles belonging to former Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi amounting RM107,509.55 was paid using funds from Yayasan Akalbudi Foundation fund, between January and September 2015. Allianz...

Chong: Sugar supply liberalisation will benefit consumers in the long run

KUCHING, Dec 9 — The liberalisation policy on sugar supply in Sarawak will not result in an immediate effect to the price of the commodity but will definitely benefit consumers in the long term, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Deputy Minister Chong Chieng Jen said today. He said the policy,...

Mexico president says senators OK’d changes to USMCA trade pact

MEXICO CITY, Dec 9 — Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said today that the country’s senators have accepted proposed changes to the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement as US lawmakers mull ratifying the trade pact. Speaking during his regular morning news conference, Lopez Obrador...

Global stocks whacked as China export decline highlights trade war damage

LONDON, Dec 9 — Global equity markets were in a sombre mood today after Chinese export data highlighted the economic damage from the 17-month long trade war and re-focused attention on a crucial December 15 tariff deadline. The only big winner of the day was the British pound which surged to...

Japan’s 2nd-Largest Utility Trials Blockchain for Renewable Energy Credits

The second-largest power utility in Japan is extending its trial of a blockchain-powered system for transacting renewable energy credits.

China’s Central Bank to Lead Real-World Pilot of Digital Yuan: Report

A limited debut of China’s long-touted central bank digital currency is set to begin in the city of Shenzhen by the end of 2019, according to a media report.

A Reality Check: Blockchain and DLT in International Trade

New study jointly conducted by international trade organizations focuses on possibilities and challenges of blockchain tech implementation to the industry.

A Reality Check: Blockchain and DLT in International Trade

New study jointly conducted by international trade organizations focuses on possibilities and challenges of blockchain tech implementation to the industry.

US SEC Seeks to Reopen Case Against Bitcoin Fraudster, Seeks Penalties

The U.S. SEC is seeking to reopen a case against Bitcoin fraudster Renwick Haddow, as he has not resolved the regulator’s claims for monetary relief.

Cryptocurrency Exchange OKEx to Launch Options Trading This Month

Malta-based cryptocurrency exchange OKEx announced that it will launch crypto options trading on Dec. 27.

Lithuanian Central Bank Announces Blockchain Collector Coin

The Bank of Lithuania announced that it will release its first digital, blockchain-based collector coin in the spring of next year.

Bitcoin Price Fills $7.5K Futures ‘Gap’ as Trader Weighs $8K Potential

Mixed performance over the weekend nonetheless failed to inject volatility into Bitcoin markets, with attention now focusing on preserving support at $7,400.

Bakkt Launches 1st Regulated BTC Options as CEO Enters US Senate

The Intercontinental Exchange’s digital asset platform Bakkt launched the first regulated Bitcoin options and cash-settled futures.

South Korea: Gov’t Seeks to Tax Crypto Transactions as Capital Gains

South Korea's government plans to tax capital gains returns on cryptocurrency transactions.

Oracle Co. (NYSE:ORCL) Receives $57.42 Average Target Price from Analysts

Oracle Co. (NYSE:ORCL) has earned an average recommendation of “Hold” from the thirty ratings firms that are covering the stock, Marketbeat reports. Five research analysts have rated the stock with a sell recommendation, seventeen have assigned a hold recommendation and eight have assigned a buy recommendation to the company. The average 1-year price target among […]

Aberdeen Asia-Pacific Income Investment (TSE:FAP) Trading 0.3% Higher

Aberdeen Asia-Pacific Income Investment (TSE:FAP)’s stock price traded up 0.3% during trading on Monday . The stock traded as high as C$3.55 and last traded at C$3.55, 35,313 shares were traded during trading. A decline of 36% from the average session volume of 54,849 shares. The stock had previously closed at C$3.54. The stock has […]

Fireangel Safety Technology Group (LON:FA) Sets New 52-Week Low at $9.50

Fireangel Safety Technology Group PLC (LON:FA) shares hit a new 52-week low during trading on Monday . The company traded as low as GBX 9.50 ($0.12) and last traded at GBX 9.50 ($0.12), with a volume of 1807590 shares traded. The stock had previously closed at GBX 12.75 ($0.17). The stock has a market capitalization […]

Insider Selling: Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ:CWCO) Director Sells 10,000 Shares of Stock

Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ:CWCO) Director Raymond Whittaker sold 10,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Thursday, December 5th. The stock was sold at an average price of $16.52, for a total transaction of $165,200.00. Following the transaction, the director now owns 16,065 shares in the company, valued at $265,393.80. The transaction […]

ASSA ABLOY AB/S (OTCMKTS:ASAZY) Receives Average Recommendation of “Hold” from Brokerages

ASSA ABLOY AB/S (OTCMKTS:ASAZY) has received an average rating of “Hold” from the seven analysts that are presently covering the stock, MarketBeat reports. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell rating, five have assigned a hold rating and one has issued a buy rating on the company. The average 1 year target […]

BIO-TECHNE Corp (NASDAQ:TECH) Director Sells $435,700.00 in Stock

BIO-TECHNE Corp (NASDAQ:TECH) Director Harold J. Wiens sold 2,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, December 4th. The shares were sold at an average price of $217.85, for a total value of $435,700.00. Following the transaction, the director now owns 7,221 shares in the company, valued at $1,573,094.85. The transaction was […]

Critical Comparison: Standard Chartered (OTCMKTS:SCBFF) & Hanmi Financial (OTCMKTS:HAFC)

Hanmi Financial (NASDAQ:HAFC) and Standard Chartered (OTCMKTS:SCBFF) are both finance companies, but which is the superior investment? We will contrast the two businesses based on the strength of their analyst recommendations, valuation, institutional ownership, dividends, profitability, earnings and risk. Profitability This table compares Hanmi Financial and Standard Chartered’s net margins, return on equity and return […]

Varonis Systems Inc (NASDAQ:VRNS) Given Average Recommendation of “Buy” by Brokerages

Varonis Systems Inc (NASDAQ:VRNS) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Buy” by the seventeen ratings firms that are currently covering the firm, MarketBeat.com reports. Four equities research analysts have rated the stock with a hold recommendation and twelve have issued a buy recommendation on the company. The average twelve-month target price among analysts that […]

$0.07 Earnings Per Share Expected for Alamos Gold Inc (NYSE:AGI) This Quarter

Brokerages expect Alamos Gold Inc (NYSE:AGI) (TSE:AGI) to report earnings per share (EPS) of $0.07 for the current fiscal quarter, Zacks reports. Zero analysts have provided estimates for Alamos Gold’s earnings. Alamos Gold posted earnings per share of $0.01 during the same quarter last year, which suggests a positive year over year growth rate of […]

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co (NYSE:BMY) Given Consensus Recommendation of “Buy” by Brokerages

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co (NYSE:BMY) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Buy” by the nineteen research firms that are covering the company, Marketbeat.com reports. One analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, five have issued a hold recommendation and eleven have given a buy recommendation to the company. The average 12-month target price […]

Mkango Resources (LON:MKA) Trading 1.4% Higher

Shares of Mkango Resources Ltd (LON:MKA) traded up 1.4% during trading on Monday . The company traded as high as GBX 7.30 ($0.10) and last traded at GBX 7.25 ($0.10), 332,122 shares were traded during trading. A decline of 29% from the average session volume of 467,759 shares. The stock had previously closed at GBX […]

Atrium Mortgage Investment (TSE:AI) Hits New 1-Year High at $14.39

Atrium Mortgage Investment Corp (TSE:AI)’s stock price hit a new 52-week high during trading on Monday . The stock traded as high as C$14.39 and last traded at C$14.33, with a volume of 30830 shares. The stock had previously closed at C$14.24. AI has been the topic of several recent analyst reports. TD Securities boosted […]

SPDR MFS Systematic Core Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SYE) Stock Price Up 0%

SPDR MFS Systematic Core Equity ETF (NYSEARCA:SYE) shares rose 0% on Monday . The stock traded as high as $88.11 and last traded at $88.11, approximately 16 shares traded hands during trading. A decline of 100% from the average daily volume of 4,722 shares. The stock had previously closed at $88.09. The firm’s 50 day […]

Analysts Expect Icon Plc (NASDAQ:ICLR) Will Announce Earnings of $1.83 Per Share

Brokerages predict that Icon Plc (NASDAQ:ICLR) will report earnings of $1.83 per share for the current quarter, according to Zacks. Six analysts have made estimates for Icon’s earnings, with the highest EPS estimate coming in at $1.84 and the lowest estimate coming in at $1.81. Icon posted earnings of $1.62 per share during the same […]

Intertek Group (ITRK) – Analysts’ Recent Ratings Updates

A number of research firms have changed their ratings and price targets for Intertek Group (LON: ITRK): 12/9/2019 – Intertek Group had its “buy” rating reaffirmed by analysts at Deutsche Bank AG. 11/27/2019 – Intertek Group had its “neutral” rating reaffirmed by analysts at UBS Group AG. 11/27/2019 – Intertek Group had its price target […]

Brokerages Set Great Portland Estates PLC (LON:GPOR) Price Target at GBX 724.09

Great Portland Estates PLC (LON:GPOR) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Hold” by the fifteen brokerages that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat Ratings reports. Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating on the company. The […]

Insider Selling: Parex Resources Inc (TSE:PXT) Director Sells 90,000 Shares of Stock

Parex Resources Inc (TSE:PXT) Director Curtis Darrell Bartlett sold 90,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Friday, December 6th. The stock was sold at an average price of C$20.05, for a total transaction of C$1,804,500.00. Following the completion of the sale, the director now owns 10,000 shares of the company’s stock, valued […]

Azimut Exploration (CVE:AZM) Hits New 52-Week High at $0.50

Azimut Exploration Inc. (CVE:AZM) reached a new 52-week high during mid-day trading on Monday . The stock traded as high as C$0.50 and last traded at C$0.50, with a volume of 40200 shares. The stock had previously closed at C$0.46. The company has a market capitalization of $26.11 million and a P/E ratio of -98.00. […]

Zacks: Alamo Group, Inc. (NYSE:ALG) Given Average Recommendation of “Buy” by Analysts

Alamo Group, Inc. (NYSE:ALG) has been assigned an average broker rating score of 2.00 (Buy) from the two brokers that cover the company, Zacks Investment Research reports. One analyst has rated the stock with a hold rating and one has issued a strong buy rating on the company. Brokers have set a 1-year consensus target […]

iPath Series B Bloomberg Cotton Subindex Total Return ETN (NYSEARCA:BAL) Stock Price Down 1%

iPath Series B Bloomberg Cotton Subindex Total Return ETN (NYSEARCA:BAL) was down 1% during mid-day trading on Monday . The company traded as low as $38.71 and last traded at $38.71, approximately 130 shares changed hands during mid-day trading. A decline of 97% from the average daily volume of 4,426 shares. The stock had previously […]

Zacks: CNS Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:CNSP) Receives Average Rating of “Strong Buy” from Brokerages

Shares of CNS Pharmaceuticals Inc (NASDAQ:CNSP) have been given an average broker rating score of 1.00 (Strong Buy) from the one brokers that provide coverage for the company, Zacks Investment Research reports. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a strong buy rating. Zacks has also assigned CNS Pharmaceuticals an industry rank of […]

Comstock Metals (CVE:CSL) Sets New 12-Month Low at $0.02

Shares of Comstock Metals Ltd (CVE:CSL) hit a new 52-week low on Monday . The company traded as low as C$0.02 and last traded at C$0.02, with a volume of 100000 shares traded. The stock had previously closed at C$0.02. The firm has a market cap of $1.39 million and a P/E ratio of -0.30. […]

Viper Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VNOM) Receives $39.87 Average PT from Brokerages

Shares of Viper Energy Partners LP (NASDAQ:VNOM) have earned an average rating of “Buy” from the nineteen research firms that are covering the firm, Marketbeat.com reports. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, one has issued a hold recommendation, fifteen have assigned a buy recommendation and one has given a strong […]

Analysts Set Huazhu Group Ltd (NASDAQ:HTHT) Price Target at $35.73

Huazhu Group Ltd (NASDAQ:HTHT) has earned a consensus rating of “Hold” from the eighteen research firms that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat reports. Four analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, eight have assigned a hold rating and five have given a buy rating to the company. The average 1 year price […]

Don’t let unwise December spending result in ‘Januworry’

Legodi cautioned against the services of loan sharks in January

Macron's France: Fifth Day of Anti-Reform Strikes Cripple Paris

Paris commuters inched to work Monday through massive traffic jams as strikes against retirement plan changes halted trains and subways.

Jury Rules You Can Call Elon Musk A Pedo Guy

It took a federal jury in Los Angeles less than an hour to throw out a $US190 ($278) million defamation case against Elon Musk. Calling someone a “pedo guy” to an audience of millions of Twitter followers isn’t an accusation, the jury decided, because words are tricky little devils that can mean a lot of things...

This Isn't How I Wanted Street Trucks To Come Back

Think there are too many kinds of milk these days? Relate to the protagonists of Bon Jovi ballads with no sense of irony? Saddle up steel cowboy, and climb into this bitchin’ pickup truck with 770 HP and an interior to match your ill-fitting pleather jacket....

Airtel Launches Non-expiry Data Bundles, 5MB To Sell At Ksh1

Kenya's second-largest telco Airtel has launched non-expiry data, months after its rival Safaricom launched a similar product.In the new plan, 5MB of data will cost Ksh1, and a Ksh2 call rate acro

Jumia Closes Shop In Rwanda Days After Exiting Cameroon, Tanzania

Jumia has closed its shop in Rwanda after six years of operation, days after exiting Tanzanian and Cameroonian market.In a message to its customers the New York-listed e-commerce platform said it

Cytonn Ranks KCB As The Most Attractive Bank In Q3 of 2019

Cytonn Investments has ranked KCB Group as the most attractive bank in Kenya, in its Q3 2019 Banking Sector Report.The multi-investment company says that KCB's ranking is as a result of a strong f

'You guys are based in California, not Ukraine, right?' — an analyst mocked Trump's CrowdStrike conspiracy on the firm's earnings call

An analyst mocked Donald Trump's false claim that CrowdStrike is a Ukrainian company, during the American cybersecurity firm's latest earnings c...

The Fed's recent repo crisis was the fault of big banks and hedge funds, new study finds

September's repo-rate spike was driven by big banks and hedge funds, the Bank for International Settlements wrote in a report released Sunday. T...

The US has become one of the lowest-taxed countries in the world. Here are the 6 other nations with the smallest tax burdens.

The US tax burden slid to among the lowest for major global economies in 2018. It now sits above just Ireland, Chile, and Mexico, according ...

The US raked in a record $7.2 billion in tariffs in October, new data shows

The US government collected a record amount in tariffs in October as a trade dispute between the Trump administration and China escalated. Reven...

Virgin Galactic leaps after Morgan Stanley says the company's stock can jump 203% over the next year

Virgin Galactic stock surged as much as 21% on Monday after Morgan Stanley initiated coverage on the company with a buy-equivalent rating The fi...

A cancer-drug developer's stock just surged more than 100% after Merck agreed to a multi-billion-dollar takeover

Cancer-drug developer ArQule skyrocketed as much as 102% in early Monday trading after Merck agreed to acquire the company in a $2.7 billion tak...

Mac Power Users, Episode 513 – Catalyst Apps on the Mac, with John Voorhees

It was a pleasure to spend time with David Sparks and Stephen Hackett talking about Catalyst apps on the Mac for episode 513 of Mac Power Users. I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about and covering Catalyst for the past 18 months since Apple gave developers a sneak peek at it during WWDC in

Labour’s plans to nationalise services: Everything you need to know

The party’s manifesto said it would like to take mail, water and train operators, among other things, back under public ownership.

Smell and health worries over chicken farm plan

Opponents of a proposals to build a 120,000-chicken farm in Llangadfan say the area is already struggling to cope with intensive farming practices.

Clean-up operations begin after Ironbridge cooling towers demolition

Clean-up operations were beginning at Ironbridge power station today following the demolition of the cooling towers.

Hotel occupancy law not designed to tax Imo citizens arbitrarily —Ihedioha

Gibson Achonu, Owerri Governor Emeka Ihedioha of Imo State has said that one of the three bills he signed into law recently is not designed to  tax Imo citizens arbitrarily. Rather, he said, ...

FG to sign MoU with Russian firm on Ajaokuta

Godwin Isenyo, Kaduna The Federal Government will sign the Memorandum of Understanding with a Russian firm for the resuscitation of the multi-billion naira Ajaokuta Steel Rolling Mill in January...

Foreign capital inflows into telecoms rise by $659.03m

The country’s desire to deepen broadband penetration nationwide is hinged on capital investment into the telecom sector. IFE OGUNFUWA examines how the sector has fared in investment in the past two...

10 things to know about new FIRS chairman, Muhammad Nami

Sodiq Oyeleke President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday nominated Muhammad Nami as the new chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service. Subject to Senate confirmation, Nami is expected to repla...

Reps decry eight NAF crashes in four years, grill CAS

Leke Baiyewu, Abuja The House of Representatives has criticised the Nigerian Air Force for the incessant crashes recorded recently, leading to the loss of lives and aircraft. The Chief of Air...

Little progress as spending talks push past weekend

White House, Democrats close to USMCA trade deal: report

The White House and House Democrats are on the verge of a new North American trade deal in what would give President Trump a signature legislative victory. The Washington Post

Recycling returns to Golden Plains Shire

Recycling collected in Golden Plains Shire will no longer automatically go to landfill from next week.

Creswick Woollen Mills: Huge upgrades unveiled

More than $1 million was injected into the tourist attraction

Tullow’s shares go down by 50 percent as CEO resigns over poor performance in Ghana

The shares of Tullow Oil Plc on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) dropped by over 50% as its CEO, Paul McDade resigned due to the poor performance in its Ghana operations.

Financial sector clean-up: Government of Ghana waiting on Parliament's approval for GH¢15.6billion bailout

The government of Ghana says it is on course to secure Parliamentary approval for GH¢15.6 billion bailout for the financial sector clean-up.

Nigeria's weak operating environment is still a challenging factor for the banking sector

Moody's Investors Service has said that Nigeria's weak operating environment posed a challenge to the banking sector in maintaining the recent improving trend, particularly as regards asset quality, given the increasing bank lending.

12 high profile Lawyers Sonko has hired to represent him

His bail hearing is on going

U.S. Lobbyists Seek Brexit Deal That Raises Drug Prices, Shreds Consumer Safeguards

The Brexit deal may be a Trojan horse for U.S. corporate interests, from Silicon Valley and American pork to pharmaceuticals.

Samsung Executives Jailed For Two Years Following $3.9 Billion Fraud Case

Korean tech giant Samsung is in trouble with the law once again as three executives have been sentenced to prison today. Take a look here!

iDreamSky in Talks to Buy Gaming Company Leyou for $1.4 Billion

iDreamSky has entered negotiations for the takeover of Leyou Technologies and has reportedly submitted a $1.4 billion bid.

China Fires Another Salvo as the Trade War Kicks into High Gear – Orders Government Offices to Purge Western Tech

China is planning to purge all public offices of foreign-sourced technology in a policy that has come to light only recently.

Apple Price Target Set At $342 As Analyst Speculates On Apple Glasses In 2020

Cupertino tech giant Apple continues to witness optimism from investors as China's Renaissance Bank sets record price target for stock.

First batch of NFCP deployment will be awarded in January 2020

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has announced that the NFCP 1 will be awarded to successful licensees that have been selected through a tender process in early January 2020. The NFCP 1 will cover a total of 153 locations which consists of 94 mukim in 8 states such as Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Terengganu and Sabah.

Facebook’s business strategy for the future: Conversational commerce

Facebook explains how they plan to develop commerce across their family of apps, with a focus on helping businesses grow, scale, and compete.

Join Dorsett's carnival to raise funds for children in need

Dorsett Hospitality International with its group of hotels is hosting the TLC Carnival Day on Dec 14 and 15 at Dorsett Grand Subang, to raise funds for children in need of long-term medication.

#Showbiz: I'm still Finas CEO, says Ahmad Idham

KUALA LUMPUR: Ahmad Idham Ahmad Nadzri refused comment on speculations that he had been asked to take leave from carrying out his duties as chief executive officer of the National Film Development Corporation (Finas).

Airasia sees non-airline segment as top earner

KUALA LUMPUR: AirAsia Group Bhd (AirAsia) believes the non-airline businesses under its subsidiary RedBeatVentures have the potential to outperform the airline business in the next two to three years.

Airbnb invests as Zeus corporate housing raises $55M at $205M

As Airbnb absorbs more and more of the demand for housing, it’s exploring how to monetize opportunities beyond vacation rentals. A marketplace for longer-term corporate housing could be a huge business, but rather than build that itself, Airbnb is making a strategic investment in one of the market leaders called Zeus Living, which will list […]

Why Your Budget Needs 'Sinking Funds'

In last week’s post on How to Budget for Unexpected Expenses, I described sinking funds as “one of the best budgeting hacks ever,” which means it’s time for me to tell you how they work....

Why You Need To Replace Your Surge Protectors

If you’re using surge protectors in your home, you might want to consider replacing them, especially if you can’t remember when you bought the ones currently in use....

Invest In Crypto Stocks Instead Of Actual Cryptocurrency

Just a few short years ago, buying up cryptocurrency was all the rage. In theory, you could spend a little on Bitcoin or one of the other popular cryptocurrencies, and cash out with an astonishing rate of return....

Eddie Cross: It cannot be Business as Usual in 2020

By Eddie Cross If there is one thing our leadership has to understand as we approach Christmas this year, it is that in 2020, we cannot continue to do things the way they have been done in the past decade. We go out of 2019 with so many areas of failure in terms of policy and activity that it is difficult to pick them out and deal with them one by one. So this weekly letter is going to cover my personal wish list for my country in 2020.

28-year-old atop one of world's oldest fortunes faces backlash

Hugh Grosvenor, the seventh Duke of Westminster, is the U.K.’s third-richest person and considered by some its most eligible bachelor.

Pace of housing starts edges up on strength in B.C., Alberta

The national housing agency says the seasonally adjusted annual rate for November was 201,318 units, up 0.3 per cent from 200,674 units.

Bitcoin in wait-and-see mode as downward trend persists

With Bitcoin’s wild price swings subsiding over the past week, investors are now looking ahead to its next potential breakout.

Fed’s repo action for year-end crunch point oversubscribed

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s operation to inject cash into the financial system over the end of the year was oversubscribed on Monday, indicating that participants are still hungry for funding to take them into 2020.

Wattpad to open second headquarters in Halifax in early 2020

The storytelling platform said Monday that starting early next year it will have a team based out the 60,000-square-foot Volta innovation hub in the city's downtown core to better integrate with the local tech community.

Costco talk continues Tuesday with Lake Stevens City Council

Last time, there was no vote on the proposed wholesale store. Now the council has another chance.

Airbus stock outperforms Boeing as 737 uncertainty continues

Some expect Airbus’s shares to continue to benefit from the confusion in 2020.

'Thomas Cook crash almost ruined my marriage proposal'

First, the tour firm's failure risked a surprise marriage proposal, now Corryn Banham is trying to get her money back.

Co-op Refinery transporting staff via helicopter as job action continues

The Co-op Refinery says it is using helicopters to transport staff into the Regina facility as job action continues.

The best and worst regional housing markets

CoreLogic names the best and worst performing regions in the country.

CEOs want urgent action to boost economic growth

Chanticleer's annual survey of 40 CEOs has uncovered some sage advice for government on how to kick-start the economy.

$251m equity raising a bridge too FAR?

FAR's $US350 million debt raising is in train but it is also seeking to sell a big equity stake.

Paul Volcker, former Federal Reserve chairman, dies at 92

The economic statesman's greatest historical mark: shocking the US economy out of a cycle of inflation and setting the stage for a generation of prosperity.

UBank adopts Basiq's AI-powered tools to help Millennials budget

Open banking will help the NAB subsidiary crunch data to help younger customers save more.

Scott Morrison doesn't know the meaning of productivity

Productivity won't save the economy when wages and demand growth have hit the floor.

Banks to quiz borrowers about Netflix, private school

Lenders should be asking customers to prove they can save money for loans by cancelling their Netflix subscriptions under new responsible lending guidelines.

A bold escape from a negative rate world

The Riksbank will be the first central bank in Europe to exit negative rates, which have fostered political and social discontent without any material economic recovery.

Macron has failed to lift France's gloom

A nation distrustful of change cannot bring itself to look at the facts.

CEOs call for fiscal stimulus

Australia's top business leaders say infrastructure spending, tax cuts and investment breaks should be used to boost sluggish growth.

Caltex indolence invited takeover bid

Dozy oversight of cruising management has all but goaded a bidder out of the woodwork.

Business leaders in their own words on policy

Australian business leaders reveal what they want from government - and the big opportunity Australia missed in the past decade.

Kenneth Hayne's climate rebuke 'unfair'

Australia's biggest pure-play coal miner believes the High Court judge's criticism of Australian company directors on climate risk was unfair.

French-listed behemoth Elis weighs bid for Spotless Laundries

French behemoth Elis is weighing a bid for Spotless' commercial laundries business.

Cooper Energy poised to get its Sole, Downer leaves site

Cooper Energy is close to unlocking gas from its Sole project in south-eastern Victoria. 

Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Ermahgerd, there’s a Bitcoin node in the International Space Station now’

Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin BTC every fucking day.

Nvidia lawyer pushes court to dismiss cryptocurrency mining chip lawsuit

Graphics card manufacturer Nvidia is fighting to have a lawsuit dropped that alleges it misled investors over its failed cryptocurrency mining chip.

FBI and US Marshals warn of heinous scammers demanding payments via Bitcoin ATMs

The United States Marshals and Federal Bureau of Investigation don't want you to forget about Bitcoin scammers pretending to be people they're not.

Moonday Mornings: IRS readies to tax your cryptocurrency — no matter what

It's the start of another week and that means it's time for Hard Fork's wrap-up of the weekend's top cryptocurrency and blockchain headlines.

Exclusive: PR software firm exposes data on nearly 500k contacts

iPRSoftware exposed data on 477,000 media contacts, including 35,000 user password hashes, to the public internet via an Amazon Web Services repository.

FG to sign MoU on Ajaokuta Steel in January 2020 — Minister

The Minister of Mines and Steel Development, Mr Olamilekan Adegbite has said that the Federal Government will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)...

ICPC discovers projects in Imo without contract agreement

A team of the federal constituency Project tracking in Imo state, led by the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission, ICPC.

Group moves to create market window for rice farmers

The Nigeria Farmers Group and Cooperative Society (NFGCS), has moved to create a larger market window for farmers by aggregating rice paddy across

Climate change threatens food supplies

Climate change threatens food supplies if extreme weather conditions hit more than one grain producing region at a time, scientists warned Monday.

Buhari jets out to Egypt on Tuesday

President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to depart Abuja Tuesday for Aswan, Egypt to attend the Aswan Forum designed to set.

Breaking: Nigeria has suffered over 8 air crashes since 2015 — Gbajabiamila 

 Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabimaila has regretted incessant military air crashes in the country, placing the number at 8...

Power sector privatisation, grand scheme to defraud Nigeria ― Lawan

The Nigerian Senate President, Ahmad Lawan stated that the privatization of the power sector was a grand scheme conceived with intention to defraud Nigeria.

FIRS: Buhari appoints Nami to replace Fowler (Updated)

President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Mohammad Nami, a renowned tax consultant to replace the Chairman of Federal Inland Revenue Service, FIRS....

Anti-Corruption War: FG unveils financial transparency policy/open treasury portal

The Federal government on Monday launched a Financial Transparency Web Portal to enhance accountability and transparency i

Electricity vandals throw nine Anambra communities into darkness

EEDC on Monday said that about nine communities were affected by the power outage resulting from vandalism of Enugwu-Ukwu 33KV line.

Breaking:  Over 100m Nigerians earn less than N700 per day — EFInA

A survey report by EFInA has shown that over 100 million Nigerians earn less than N700 per day which limits them to save, make income or take risks on...

Anambra Business and Investment Roundtable seeks to shape the future

The 3rd edition of the Anambra Business and Investiment Rountable (ABR) took place on November 25, 2019; the theme was “Beyond Infrastructure

FG targets $500 AfDB loan to boost technological innovation

The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Richard Adebayo, said the Federal Government has initiated moves to secure a $500 millon (AfDB) fund

Israeli FM vows ‘hundreds of Tomahawk missiles at Tehran’ if Iran crosses red line

BEIRUT, LEBANON (1:00 P.M.) – Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz threatened a military operation against Iran if they crossed a “red line” in the region. Katz told the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera Saturday on the sidelines of the Mediterranean Dialogues (MED) conference in Rome.that a potential Israeli attack on Iran was “an option.” “If Iran crosses the red line, it will discover a unified front between Saudi Arabia, UAE and the United States, which will launch hundreds of Tomahawk missiles at Tehran,” he said. By the red line, Katz meant, “We will not allow Iran to acquire or stockpile nuclear weapons. If that is the last option – we will act militarily.” Iran has repeatedly enunciated its nuclear program as exclusively civilian, subject to the most intensive UN supervision ever.

Africom confirms Russian air defense system downed US drone in Libya

U.S. Africa Command (Africom) has confirmed that an unarmed American drone over the Libyan capital last month was shot down by Russian air defenses, reported Reuters. Africom dropped three headlines via Reuters in the overnight, revealing how the surveillance drone was shot down over Tripoli. The headlines specify Russian military contractors have operated alongside east Libya-based commander Khalifa Haftar in Libya’s bloody civil war. The contractors used Russian missile defense systems last month to shoot down a US drone. Africom’s Gen. Stephen Townsend told Reuters in a statement that he believes the Russian air defense operators “didn’t know it was a US remotely piloted aircraft when they fired on it.” “But they certainly know who it belongs to now and they are refusing to return it. They say they don’t know where it is, but I am not buying it,” Townsend said.

Bishop Aude says Lebanon is being ruled by ‘one person and an armed group’

BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:00 A.M.) – The Metropolitan bishop of the Greek Orthodox Church of Antioch for the Archdiocese of Beirut, Elias ‘Aude, said Lebanon was being ruled by “one person and an armed group” during his sermon on Sunday. Bishop ‘Aude made the comment during the mass marking the 14th anniversary of Gebran Tueni’s assassination. “This country is being ruled today by one person we all know, and no one speaks and by a group that is ruling us by arms,” the bishop said. The ‘person’ the bishop is referencing Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah.

Senate passes amendments to 10 articles of trade union law

The Senate on Monday approved draft amendments to 10 articles of the Law on Trade Unions at the fourth session of the fourth legislature. It did so without modification, following its approval by the National Assembly last month. The 10 articles comprise Articles 3, 17, 20, 21, 27, 28, 29, 54, 55 and 59 of the Law on Trade Unions, which was promulgated in 2016.

Iraq military complex housing US forces slammed by rockets, says army

Several rockets slammed into an Iraqi military complex that hosts US forces next to Baghdad International Airport on Monday, wounding six Iraqi troops, the military said in a statement. Security forces found launchers with rockets that had not been fired properly, indicating a larger attack was planned, the military said.

5 Cryptocurrency Trading Tips (By a Trader)

The difference between an unprofitable or slightly profitable trader, and a wildly profitable cryptocurrency trader, are often just a few tiny tweaks to the trader’s mentality and strategy.

IIB Board of Directors in Budapest Summed up the Results of 2019:  Successful Completion of Relocation to Europe, Record Growth of Loan Portfolio and Key Performance Indicators

On December 6, 2019, IIB Board of Directors met in Budapest. The meeting summed up the results of the outgoing year, which became not only very successful but to a large degree marked a turning point in recent IIB history.

Trump Has Urged the World Bank to Stop Lending Money to China

US President Donald Trump has called on the World Bank to stop lending money to China, BTA quoted Reuters as saying. This is his second strike on Beijing at a time when the two sides are continuing negotiations on a trade deal.

Cash doubt over £13m Arbroath dual-carriageway scheme

A divide over Arbroath active travel proposals to transform the town-splitting A92 dual carriageway has seen a bid to halt the multi-million pound scheme blocked.

Health and safety probe rules no action needed after A9 worker crushed by falling cabin

Health and safety chiefs have recommended no further action after a probe into an industrial accident on the A9 near Perth.

Fife railway enthusiasts to bring UK’s oldest industrial locomotive back into use

A locomotive which was the oldest in industrial use in the UK will be back on the tracks next year after being gifted to Fife railway enthusiasts.

Courier readers can donate £5 to charity for chance to win jewellery worth £1,200+

Courier readers are being offered the chance to own treasures they helped harvest in a nationwide charity appeal which has already raised over £20,000.

SPONSORED: Unprecedented reduction in member commission rates at ANM

Aberdeen & Northern Marts (ANM) has announced a transformational change to livestock commission rates bringing significant reductions for customers who are shareholders in its co-operative business.

National Bid from Ethio Telecom

Invitation to National Competitive Bid (NCB) for the procurement of UR Connector and UY2 connectorFloating Date: As of December 09,2019 RFQ.NO3681901 and 3681902Closing Date: January 9,2019

International competitive bid from Ethio Telecom (Tender)

Floating Date: AS of December 10,2019 RFQ No.3681940 and 3681941Closing Date: January 02,2019 1. Ethio telecom invite all interested and eligible bidding by this international Competitive Bid (ICB) for the procurement of Network Security operation and maintenance Training (Advance Lepel) and IPv6 Bearer Network Training Advance level) with RFQ No.3681940 and 3681941. Tender remains floating from December 10,2019 to January 02, 2019. Extension of Bid Opening Date Bid Ref.No ET-MANR-126947-GO-RFB

Abyssinia Bank makes one billion birr profit

Bank of Abyssinia, one the private banks in Ethiopia, makes the biggest gross profit in the Bank’s history, 1.02 billion birr (close to $32.8 million at the current exchange rate), for the financial year concluded June 30, 2019.

2019 Winter Meetings Live Blog: Bids on Cole expected to exceed $300M

Follow along here for the latest news and rumours from the MLB Winter Meetings, including updates from Shi Davidi and Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet.ca, who are reporting on the scene at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego…

Shopping local is part of a vibrant community

Buying locally is an integral part of what it takes to have a healthy and vibrant community. By encouraging our consumers to do their holiday shopping in locally owned businesses it increases the measurable effect that every dollar spent in a local business has on local economies.

Wealth of Canadians divided along racial lines, says report on income inequality

One interesting finding was that racialized men have a higher employment rate than non-racialized men

Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society

All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas

Mbalula’s Prasa-administration announcement is welcomed by Scopa

Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula’s announcement that he had decided to place state-owned Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa under administration with immediate effect has been welcomed by the Standing Committee on Public Accounts.

Medupi is a fitting symbol of the importance of our SOEs – Ramaphosa

The problems with the construction of Medupi and Kusile power stations account for much of the financial crisis at Eskom, says President Cyril Ramaphosa, but they are a fitting symbol of the importance of the country’s state-owned enterprises.

Nissan likely to be fined $22 million by Japan's markets watchdog

Japan's markets watchdog will likely recommend soon that the financial regulator fine Nissan Motor Co Ltd about 2.4 billion yen ($22 million) over false reporting on its financial statement, public broadcaster NHK reported on Sunday. Nissan's former Chairman Carlos Ghosn was arrested in Tokyo in November last year over allegations of financial misconduct, including understating his salary by around 9.1 billion yen ($84.71 million) over a period of nearly a decade and temporarily transferring pe

Climate change policies are going to be costly, says U.N.-backed report

Tighter government climate regulations by 2025 could wipe up to $2.3 trillion off the value of companies in industries ranging from fossil fuel producers to agriculture and car makers, an investor group warned in a report. Rules aimed at lowering carbon emissions are expected to accelerate in the coming years as countries scramble to meet obligations under the 2015 Paris climate agreement limiting global warming. "As the realities of climate change catch up, social pressure mounts, and low car

Volkswagen charged with violating vehicle emission standards in Canada

Volkswagen was charged with 60 counts of breaching the Canadian Environmental Protection Act by importing vehicles that did not conform to prescribed emission standards, Environment and Climate Change Canada said. The company did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.In 2015, the agency launched an investigation into the importing of certain vehicle models allegedly equipped with a prohibited "defeat device".

BuzzFeed UK threatened with being dissolved over late accounts

The online media business is already more than two months late and risks fines unless it files its 2018 financial information soon.

High Court adjourns Angela Kerins' damages claim over PAC treatment

A damages claim by former Rehab CEO Angela Kerins over her treatment by the Dáil Public Accounts Committee has been adjourned at the High Court to January.

More than 150 jobs lost as Rondo Food closes Arklow plant

More than 150 jobs are to go in Co. Wicklow with the closure of a dog food manufacturer.

Banks could face forced legacy systems cull

RBA floats closure of direct debits for real-time automation.

Labour group accuses Google of illegally firing workers to stifle unionism

Communications Workers of America union files federal labour charge.

Global financial watchdogs take aim at Big Tech's data dominance

Could be forced to share data on financial services customers with banks.

US FTC finds Cambridge Analytica deceived Facebook users

Impacts of finding on defunct consultancy unclear.

Trade war goes digital: countries eye tariffs on Internet economy

Potentially forcing people to pay duties on software and movie downloads.

Govts agree on national API standards

To keep IT systems interoperable.

GBP positioning higher ahead of election – ING

According to CFTC data for the week between 27 Nov-3 Dec, speculative investors have trimmed some GBP shorts with latest polls keep cementing the pros

Russia: CBR prepping to cut another 50bps – TDS

Analysts at TD Securities are expecting the CBR to cut the Key Rate by another 50bps to 6.00% on Friday. Key Quotes “The consensus is less dovish and

USD/CAD price analysis: Greenback trades sideways against Canadian dollar, near 1.3250 level

The loonie on the daily chart is consolidating last Friday’s surge. This Monday, the spot is trading quietly between the 100 and 200-day simple moving averages

EUR/USD price analysis: Euro erases most of the intraday gains, challenges the 1.1059 support

The common currency, on the daily chart, is trading below its 200-day simple moving average (DMA).

USD/CAD falls toward 1.3220 as WTI rebounds to $59

After spending the majority of the day moving sideways near 1.3250, the USD/CAD pair lost its traction during the American trading hours and slumped t

AUD/USD struggles to recover despite modest USD weakness, trades around 0.6820

The AUD/USD pair snapped its four-week losing streak last week but seems to be having a tough time pushing higher on Monday. After moving sideways bel

Gold clings to modest gains above $1460 level, lacks follow-through

Gold edged higher on the first day of a new trading week and recovered a part of Friday's post-NFP slide to multi-day lows. The latest US monthly jobs

AUD/USD price analysis: Australian dollar stuck near daily highs, challenging 0.6836 resistance

After the initial bullish breakout at the start of December, AUD/USD is remaining in range near the 200-day simple moving average (DMA).

GBP/USD: A close above 1.3187 is pivotal – Commerzbank

In the view of Karen Jones, an analyst at Commerzbank, the GBP/USD pair is looking northwards on the UK election, with the bias to be confirmed on a c

India: Analysing the fiscal impact of income tax cuts – Standard Chartered Bank

Economist at Standard Chartered Bank offered their take on the fiscal impact of an expected personal income tax cut – aimed at boosting consumption de

FOMC to leave the target range unchanged – NBF

According to analysts at National Bank Financial, the highlight of the week will be the central bank’s monetary policy meeting in the US. Key Quotes “

NZD momentum finally reflected in positioning – ING

As per the CFTC data for the week between 27 Nov-3 Dec, the New Zealand dollar net speculative positions dropped by 13% of open interest, and is now a

USD/JPY drops to fresh five-day lows below 108.50

After losing its momentum ahead of the 110 handle at the start of the previous week, the USD/JPY pair reversed its course and closed with a weekly los

AUD/USD slides to 0.6820 horizontal support

The AUD/USD pair refreshed daily lows during the early European session on Monday and is currently placed near the 0.6820 horizontal support. The pair

Fed unlikely to move policy this week – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank analysts suggest that the US Fed is not expected to move policy by anyone this week and is likely to maintain status quo. Key Quotes “Th

USD/JPY Technical Analysis: Turns vulnerable below 50-DMA, ascending trend-line confluence support

The USD/JPY pair extended last week's pullback from six-month tops and remained depressed for the third consecutive session on Monday, also marking it

US: CPI likely to post +0.2% mom increase – Deutsche Bank

According to Deutsche Bank analysts, the main highlight for the US markets is CPI release on Wednesday and the retail sales figures on Friday. Key Quo

USD/CAD Technical Analysis: Bulls gearing up for a move towards reclaiming 1.3300 handle

The USD/CAD pair extended its sideways consolidative price action through the mid-European session on Monday and remains confined in a narrow trading

GBP/USD price analysis: Cable hanging near seven-month highs below 1.3180 key resistance

The market is hanging near seven-month highs, flirting with levels last seen in early May 2019. In the New York session, the market is trading flat just above

ECB to leave the interest rates unchanged this week – Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank analysts suggest that the market is expecting no changes in interest rates from the ECB this week but the meeting will be closely watche

EUR/USD keeps highs as Eurozone Dec Sentix Investor Confidence beats estimates with +0.7

Investor confidence in the Eurozone improved sharply in December amid looming US-China trade tensions and German recession, the latest data published

Gold price analysis: XAU/USD under pressure near four-month lows, trades below $1465/oz

Gold remains under bearish pressure near four-month lows below the 1465 resistance and the 50/100 SMAs.

BoC to cut rates just once in 2020 – TDS

Analysts at TD Securities have changed their call and are now looking for the Bank of Canada to cut rates just once in April 2020. Key Quotes “While t

Gold Technical Analysis: The set-up seems tilted in favour of bearish traders

Gold regains some positive traction amid persistent trade uncertainty. The upside is likely to remain capped ahead of the FOMC policy update. Gold rem

Fed to reiterate its comfort with policy as it is, with little change in the projections – ABN AMRO

Previewing this week's Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, "the Fed is widely expected to keep policy rates on hold at the conclusion of the

EUR/USD Technical Analysis: Flirting with daily tops, around 1.1075 region

The EUR/USD pair built on its intraday positive move and is currently placed near the top end of its daily trading range, around the 1.1075 region. Th

Canada: Building Permits declined by 1.5% in October vs. +2.9% expected

The total value of Building Permits issued by Canadian municipalities declined by 1.5% to $8.3 billion on a monthly basis in October and fell short of

Wall Street starts new week on back foot

Wall Street's main indexes started the first day of the week in with modest losses as investors refrain from making large bets while waiting for fresh

USD/JPY: Bears losing their grip as market attempts to bottom

USD/JPY is trading on the bid in the US session following a rise from 108.42 the low to a high of 108.66. The US dollar is holding up despite a strong

USD/CAD consolidates in a range, around mid-1.3200s

The USD/CAD pair extended its sideways consolidative price action through the early European session on Monday and remained confined in a narrow tradi

USD/CHF starts new week quiet around 0.9900

Despite a 30-pip rebound fueled by the broad-based USD strength on Friday, the USD/CHF pair erased 100 pips for the week and is now staying flat on th

GBP/USD retreats modestly from eight month highs to the 1.3130 area

The GBP/USD dropped from 1.3180 -the highest level since early April- to 1.3135 following the release of a new poll ahead of the general election in t

Canada: Firm housing starts data for November – RBC

Josh Nye, senior economist at the Royal Bank of Canada, notes that the Canadian housing starts were little changed at 201,000 in November with six-mon

UK election: PM Johnson's Conservatives' lead over Labour drops to 6 points

Support for British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Conservative Party stayed unchanged at 42% while support for the Labour Party increased by 1 point

NZD/USD consolidates last week's gains, trades above mid-0.65s

The NZD/USD pair registered one of its largest weekly percentage gains last week as it added more than 140 pips to close at 0.6563. However, with inve

Fitch: Smoother Italy-EU relations do not remove fiscal uncertainty

Political divisions and differing policy views within Italy's governing coalition are likely to constrain meaningful tax & structural reforms, Fitch R

GBP/USD eases from 8-month tops, still comfortable above mid-1.3100s

The GBP/USD pair spiked to fresh eight-month tops during the early part of Monday's trading session, albeit quickly retreated around 20 pips thereafte

WTI drops 1% towards $ 58.50 amid trade tensions, weak China exports

WTI (oil futures on NYMEX) is down over $1 from three-month highs of 59.85 reached last Friday after the OPEC and its allies (OPEC+) agreed to deepen

WTI continues to erase OPEC-inspired gains, inches closer to $58

Crude oil prices gained traction on Friday after the OPEC and its allies (OPEC+) announced decision to deepen supply curbs by 500,000 barrels per day

Mexico President Obrador: Senators have accepted proposed changes to USMCA

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador on Monday announced that Mexican senators have accepted the proposed changes to the United States-Mexico

US Agriculture Sec. Perdue: Do not believe tariffs will be implemented on December 15th

United States Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue crossed the wires in the last minutes saying that he does not believe the tariff hike will go into ef

European companies minimise risks from US-China trade war

European companies in China have been able to minimise the effect from the tariff war between Beijing and Washington, although some are considering relocating their businesses, the EU Chamber of Commerce said Monday.

Once propped up by Qatari high-rollers, Saudi city prays for truce

Jackhammers and cranes gather dust at half-built Qatari-funded hotel sites in a Saudi city hit hard by an abrupt diplomatic rupture, but signs of thawing cross-border ties are reviving economic hopes.

World's 'largest collection' of rare whiskies on sale

Lovers of very expensive whisky will get the chance to bid on nearly 4,000 rare bottles acquired by a late US soft drink bottling company executive.

US pharma and biotech lobbyists' documents reveal their plan to gouge Britons in any post-Brexit trade-deal

Both Phrma (the lobby for the global pharmaceutical industry) and Biotechnology Innovation Organization (biotech lobbyists) provided letters to a US-UK government meeting to discuss post-Brexit tra…

Pampering with purpose: How a small B.C. business is helping arctic animals

A small skin care company based out of Mission, B.C. is part of a new set of products for which proceeds go to support arctic environmental causes - Canada's snowy north and its beautiful inhabitants that need help in the face of climate change.

How a nuclear plant got hacked

India's Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KNPP) publicly admitted they discovered malware on their networks. It likely could have been easily avoided.

20 years since discovery, still no drugs to fight Nipah, scientists warn of potential epidemic

Since its discovery in Malaysia and Singapore in 1999, a number of deadly Nipah outbreaks have occurred in South and Southeast Asian countries. In Kerala, 16 of the 18 infected had died.

Petrol price hits Rs 75 per litre mark, diesel crosses Rs 66

The increase pushed price of petrol to Rs 75 per litre in the national capital and that of diesel to Rs 66.04 per litre.

Man suffers cardiac arrest in queue to get subsidised onion

With the onion prices touching Rs 180 per kilo in retail market, people have been making a beeline to the Rythu Bazaars where the government is selling onions at a subsidised price of Rs 25 per kilo.

FMBN has low capital base – MD

The FMBN does not have a strong capital base and this is affecting the availability of low-cost housing in Nigeria.

Stay ahead of your competitors with these tips

You will only achieve success if you run your business on your own terms, and not fall prey to chasing after rivals in your industry.

Uncertainty over FIRS boss reappointment, as his tenure ends 

The tenure of Babatunde Fowler as the Chairman of the FIRS ended last weekend and his special adviser has been announced as his replacement.

CBN: Unconventional monetary policies needed to grow and diversify the economy  

The CBN has disclosed that the need to grow and diversify the country’s economy led to the adoption of its unconventional monetary policy.  

Over 100 million Nigerians earn less N700 daily – UK’s EFInA  

The United Kingdom’s Enhancing Financial Innovation and Access (EFInA) has disclosed that over 100 million Nigerians earn less than N700 per day. 

PMI: Nigeria’s manufacturing sector gains momentum in November 

Nigeria’s manufacturing sector has continued to gain momentum as it rallied to build on the growth recorded in the third quarter of 2019.

Prestige Assurance appoints new Managing Director

Prestige Assurance Plc has appointed Sarberswar Sahoo as its new Managing Director following the expiration of Dr Balla Swamy’s tenure.

Debt profile: MAN raises concerns over Nigeria’s rising figures

Manufacturers in Nigeria have disclosed that President Buhari's request for more loan to fund the 2020 budget is a serious source of concern.

These are the sad reasons Nigerian airlines struggle and fail 

The CEO of AMCON, Mr Ahmed Kuru, has listed out the factors responsible for the failure of airlines in Africa’s largest economy.

Analysis: FCMB is running out of time

Despite some of the transformations currently being recorded in the bank, success and consistency seem to be eluding it.

Scottish aristocrat and estranged wife disagree where to fight for sizeable estate

An aristocrat and his estranged wife who disagree over where they should stage a fight over money have begun the latest round of an Anglo-Scottish legal battle which has spanned more than four years.

St Andrews luxury hotel and golf course sold to Hong Kong investors

Fairmont St Andrews, one of Scotland’s most prestigious hotels, has been sold to a new Hong Kong property company targeting global investments in the golf and hospitality industries.

Record outcome for Edinburgh legal firm Anderson Strathern

Mid-tier legal firm Anderson Strathern has booked record full-year results as it continues to secure high-profile work.

Record Black Friday for Livingston Designer Outlet as sales hit highest levels in 19-year history

A West Lothian shopping centre has cheered a record-breaking Black Friday weekend following a multi-million-pound refurbishment and re-brand.

Building Mental Resilience While Building a Business

Anxiety shows up in all kinds of business situations — especially when you’re starting your own company.

INS: 1pct growth in average gross nominal earnings in October

The average gross nominal earnings increased in October compared to September by 1 per cent, up to 5,090 lei, while the average net nominal...

European Funds Ministry, WB discuss linking entrepreneurship to education system, through EU-funded vouchers

The representatives of the Ministry of European Funds (MFE) and those of the World Bank are discussing the possibility of implementing...

Romanians, Lithuanians, heaviest EU spenders on food, and non-alcoholic beverages

In 2018, households in the European Union (EU) spent 12.1% of their total consumption expenditure on food and non-alcoholic beverages, with...

President Iohannis: I want mayors to be elected in two rounds

President Klaus Iohannis on Monday argued that mayors must be elected in two rounds and stressed that a real partnership between central and...

Estonia, Latvia, Slovenia, Slovakia, Lithuania, Romania - lowest flu vaccination rate among the elderly

The lowest influenza vaccination coverage rates among the elderly - more than 65 years old - in the European Union were recorded in Estonia,...

Provable Things launch pTokens

pTokens, the world’s first token to enable decentralized finance interoperability between any…

There’s No Scare In NSO’s Consumption Data; It’s All About Falling Costs Of Food And Health Services

Falling costs of food and healthcare seem to have contributed to the fall in rural household expenditure.

Retail Major Walmart To Help MSMEs In India In Enhancing Capacity, Supply Chain; Launches Support Initiative

Under the initiative, the company aims to train around 50,000 micro, MSME in next five years, across 25 institutes.

Construction Of Surat Metro’s First Phase Set To Begin In June 2020, Expected To Be Ready By 2024

The centre had approved funds for the construction of the first phase for Surat Metro in February this year.

Delhi Court Accepts Robert Vadra’s Plea To Travel Abroad For Medical Treatment 

A Delhi Court on Monday (9 December) allowed Robert Vadra, businessman and Congress interim Chief Sonia Gandhi's son-in-law, to travel to Spain for medical treatment and business purposes.

Onion Prices Ease In Delhi As Produce Arrives From Afghanistan, Turkey Along With Local Crop

Wholesale prices of onion were quoted in between Rs 50-75 per kg at Delhi’s Azadpur mandi on Monday.

Marginal Rejig In GST Structure Can Be Combined With Income Tax Cuts

The right thing to do is to accept a slightly higher rate of fiscal deficit in the short run.  

These are the watches worn by some of the most powerful businessmen and CEOs in the world, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - A luxury timepiece is an essential accessory for a CEO. Here is a list of watches worn by some of the world's most powerful executives.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Bad news for Trump — 60% of Americans say the surging stock market doesn't affect them, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Only 40% of respondents in the Financial Times poll said that the stock market had gone up this year. The S&P 500 has soared about 26% in 2019.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

A researcher who interviewed 45 millionaires and billionaires found that they all shared a similar trait: a problem with authority, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The ultra-wealthy's inability to do things "by the book" may be part of what makes them successful, according to German researcher Rainer Zitelmann.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

The Fed's liquidity problem hasn't yet gone away — and an abrupt shock may be looming in 2020, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Even with hundreds of billions of dollars in new liquidity created out of thin air, it's too soon for the Fed to signal a clear coast for repo markets.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Lazada’s millennial-friendly credit card is finally in Singapore - and it's offering a year's free shipping, plus tons of points, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - It includes free shipping on RedMart and Lazada for a year.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

While you were still using Airbnb to spend a weekend in a stranger's home, the company was quietly expanding into boutique hotels and entire Airbnb-branded buildings, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - From building branded hotel-condo towers to buying hotel room booking app HotelTonight, Airbnb has quietly been moving deeper into the hotel industry.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Amazon is opening an office in NYC's Hudson Yards. Here's a look inside the $25 billion development that that was financed with money meant for 'distressed' urban areas., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Hudson Yards, the $25 billion NYC neighborhood that will be home to a new Amazon office, was financed with money meant for "distressed urban areas.". Read more at businessinsider.sg

A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Tullow Oil plunged after the CEO and the exploration director suddenly quit. The company also halted its dividend and reduced its production guidance.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

A truckload giant just filed for bankruptcy, and it leaves nearly 3,000 truck drivers jobless, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Celadon declared bankruptcy on Dec. 9, and that collapse is worrying truck drivers that they may be stranded.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

I've been sleeping on these $20 AmazonBasics sheets that have more than 20,000 online reviews — here's how they feel, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - It's hard to come by a better bedding deal than this $20 sheet set. It's perfect for kids' bedrooms, dorms and college apartments, and guest rooms.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Boeing is promising 3 fixes to the faulty autopilot behind the 737 Max crashes to let pilots stop it forcing the plane into an unstoppable nose-dive, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The faulty MCAS software, which was designed to push the plane's nose down to stabilize the jet, was a key factor in both 737 Max crashes.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

10 things you need to know before the opening bell, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - This is what traders are talking about.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

A cancer-drug developer's stock just surged more than 100% after Merck agreed to a multi-billion-dollar takeover, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Merck offered $20 per share in the all-cash bid, more than double ArQule's Friday closing price. The deal is expected to close in early 2020.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Paul Volcker, the towering former Fed chairman and economist, has died at age 92, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Former Federal Reserve Chairman Paul Volcker has died. Volcker helped to rein in the US's persistent inflation problem and reset the economy.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

17 habits of self-made millionaires who retired early, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Early retirees tend to share the same habits when it comes to growing wealth, living their ideal lifestyle, and having a positive frame of mind.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Goldman Sachs sees gold soaring 9% in 2020 as Trump's trade-war and recession fears grip investors, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The investment bank pointed to a host of reasons, even Modern Monetary Theory, as factors in its forecast.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Months after hype, Mahathir says Malaysia shouldn't have called its big drone a 'flying car', Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - "The mistake was in calling it a flying car. It is actually a big drone.". Read more at businessinsider.sg

Lizzo twerked and exposed her thong on the Jumbotron at a Lakers game, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - The Grammy-nominated singer wore an oversized black t-shirt dress that had a large cutout in the back. She paired the look with fishnet tights.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Amazon is opening a new office in New York City. Here are 11 mind-blowing facts that show just how wealthy CEO Jeff Bezos really is., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Worth an estimated $109 billion, Bezos is so rich that an average American spending $1 is comparable to the Amazon CEO spending $1.2 million.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

McDonald's black franchisees are fighting to earn as much as their white counterparts, as dozens leave the company they once considered family, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

Business Insider - Over the past decade, black franchisees have seen the disparities between them and the rest of McDonald's franchisees grow.. Read more at businessinsider.sg

Female miners position themselves as gold mining takes shape in Mubende, Kassanda

Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Although women play a much bigger role in artisan and small-scale mining in Uganda, they are less recognized and generally get poor remunerations. Women in Mubende-Kassanda gold mines are striving to change the narrative as mining activities take shape in the area. A 2018 study conducted by Global Rights …

Nottingham charity given green light to move from 'decrepit' home after 60 years

Nottingham Mencap has been in consultation to move into the Edwards Lane Community Centre

Renaissance Services restructures its share capital

The Board of Directors of Renaissance Services invited all shareholders to attend an Extraordinary General Meeting

Oman vs Dubai: How does the cost of living compare?

Oman and Dubai may offer very different experiences

APICORP outlines key recommendations for sustainable growth in Mena

Access to private sector financing and increased energy efficiency amongst key recommendations for sustainable growth of MENA energy sector

UK visitors to GCC to increase 22% by 2024, reports ATM

2.8 million UK residents will travel to the GCC in 2024, an additional 500,000 travellers when compared with 2018

#OnionPrices: Funny Bollywood Memes On Hiked Onion Prices That Will Literally Leave You In ‘Tears’

#OnionPrices: Bollywood is an absolutely amazing source for memes and people never miss the opportunity to make the best of it. Stars like Alia Bhatt, Ananya Panday, Anushka Sharma, Ranveer Singh have

Liberals to release fiscal update before Christmas, Morneau says

OTTAWA — Finance Minister Bill Morneau says the government will provide an update on federal finances before Christmas. Morneau is introducing legislation today to provide a tax break for anyone earning under $147,000 a year.

ISS recommends shareholders vote against Baker-led offer for HBC

TORONTO — An influential proxy advisory service is recommending shareholders vote against a takeover offer for Hudson's Bay Co. by a group led by the retailer's executive chairman.

Storytelling platform Wattpad to open office in Halifax in the new year

TORONTO — Storytelling platform Wattpad says it will open what it calls a second headquarters in Halifax to tap into the city's talent pool as the company grows.

Pace of housing starts edges up in November on strength in B.C., Alberta

OTTAWA — Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. says the annual pace of housing starts edged higher last month compared with October, although there were declines in five provinces.

Ex-Fed Chair Volcker dies, tamed inflation with recession

Paul Volcker, who as Federal Reserve chairman in the early 1980s elevated interest rates to historic highs and triggered a recession as the price of quashing double-digit inflation, has died, according to his office. He was 92.

Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society

VANCOUVER — The Law Society of British Columbia has moved to require Indigenous cultural competency training for all practising lawyers in the province, in response to gaps in legal education that the Truth and Reconciliation Commission identified.

Canopy Growth names veteran Constellation executive David Klein as new CEO

SMITH FALLS, Ont. — Canopy Growth Corp. has named a veteran Constellation Brands executive as its new chief executive.

National e-commerce policy to lay down terms for treatment of non-personal, commercial data

Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) holding stakeholder consultations on the issue, says the official

Delhi fire tragedy: A tale of failed regulation and chaotic urbanisation

The political economy encourages vast, largely unregulated industrial activity, in utter violation of labour, safety and environment laws

Hurun’s list: Mukesh Ambani may soon break into top 5

Riding the digital wave, Mukesh Ambani, the first Indian to break into the global top 10 rich list, would emerge as one of the five richest people in the world in the next two or three years. The Chai

Fostering a new era in the climate change space

Sangam Ventures provides seed and early-stage funding to start-ups in the cleantech sector

‘IDB membership can help project exporters penetrate LAC market’

The Export Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has urged the the government to consider taking membership in Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). This could provide opportunities for Indian project exp

Tracking deals: Fireside leads ₹20 cr round in SARVA

 SARVA, a leading yoga studio chain, has raised ₹20 crore in its first institutional round led by Fireside Ventures with participation from angel investors. It will use the money to double the retail

US continues to block appointment to key WTO body

Washington spurns the draft General Council decision presented by facilitator

Exercise your way to a lower insurance premium

It’s just what your doctor prescribed — stay fit, reduce premium on your health policy

Brent may stay range-bound in Q1; risks loom in 2020

Last week’s OPEC+ decision to cut output by a further 500,000 barrels a day during the first quarter of 2020 – in addition to the existing cut of 1.2 million barrels a day – has not had the big bang i

Equity inflows into mutual funds dip to 41-month low

Exit load triggers outflow, but analysts see investors flocking back

‘With ₹32,000-crore, MP Lodha is India’s richest developer’

Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru account for three-fourths of the country’s richest players in real estate sector

The tough task of drawing up a structure and norms for a social stock exchange

Social enterprises may have to balance between improving the lives of people and earning returns

Daily Onion Price Tracker– December 9, 2019

Onion prices continued to rise in various parts of the country, with the minimum price of the commodity moving up to ₹45 a kilo on Monday from ₹43 on Saturday. In Rampurhat, West Bengal, prices of oni

Anthill Ventures, Rana Daggubati launch scale up platform for startups

The startups might receive investments to the tune of $1,00,000 upfront and up to $1 m upon programme completion

Onion retail trader stock limits cut to 2 tonnes

The Centre on Monday further cut onion stock holding limits imposed on retail traders to 2 tonnes from the recently-revised 5 tonnes as it suspected widespread hoarding by the traders, an official sta

Where households can save their money

Recent trends show a decent return in low-risk instruments. However, inflation has diminished the actual income on savings

No threat of job losses in auto sector: Minister tells RS

There is no threat of job losses in the automobile sector and no reason for worry, Minister of State for Heavy Industries Arjun Ram Meghwal said in Rajya Sabha on Monday. “The automobile sector is pre

Jhunjhunwala likely to withdraw from YES Bank's preferential share offer

Lender’s board may also reject the $1.2-b offer by Erwin Singh Braich, SPGP Holdings

Banks must stick to their core functions

Diversification into long-term financing, insurance, mutual funds and share broking have affected their performance

Investors lay siege to SEBI office, demand Karvy-like action against BMA Wealth

On Monday, SEBI’s office came under siege as a crowd of 40-50 stock market investors blocked the main entrance of the regulator’s BKC office building. The commotion led to police being called to guard

India rises one rank to 129 in human development index

Schemes such as Ayushman Bharat, PMJDY crucial for development, says UNDP official

VA Tech Wabag executes TTRO plant for Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply

This is one of the largest and technologically advanced water reuse plants in India

Japanese Trade Minister to discuss RCEP pact with Goyal

Talks may discuss New Delhi’s concerns, suggest ways to make Indian industry more competitive

The decaying HDB lease, myth or reality?

The decaying HDB lease, myth or reality?

Dr Mahathir to look into ‘deep state’ sabotaging the Pakatan government

Dr Mahathir to look into ‘deep state’ sabotaging the Pakatan government

Singapore to arrest sanctioned Russian ship over unpaid parking debts

Singapore to arrest sanctioned Russian ship over unpaid parking debts

Environmental group in Singapore pushes for sustainable palm oil use

Environmental group in Singapore pushes for sustainable palm oil use

LIC flying in supplies for flood-hit farmers

The critical spring mating period is underway on most of the country’s dairy farms, but heavy rain, slips and floodwaters have closed key roads in the South Island, making it difficult to reach a number of flood-hit farms and get the cows in-calf.

ORC Heavy Rainfall Update #8 - 9 Dec 2019

9 December 2019

MTIANZ regard ADLS Sale and purchase agreement

MTIANZ welcomes the release of the jointly endorsed Auckland District Law Society and REINZ standard sale and purchase Agreement (10th Edition 2019). The inclusion of a toxicology condition clause (9.5), and new wording for vendor warranties (7.2), establishes certainty and protection for potential purchasers who choose to include a toxicology condition, or if the vendor fails to disclose historical information that may not comply with the New Zealand Standard NZS8510:2017.

Packaging Forum urges Gov support to advance war on plastic

The country’s leading packaging member-based organisation is eager to work with Government to bring an end to plastic waste in New Zealand.

Low business confidence, less Christmas cheer

Paul Goldsmith - Finance

Aucklanders stuck in traffic due to Govt policy

Todd McClay - Workplace Relations and Safety

Northland – Environmentalists’ ‘No’ to Auckland port shift

Northland environmentalists are speaking out against the proposed $10 billion Auckland port shift to Marsden Point in what one labels a ‘think big’ project - about 650 metres from a marine reserve.

Aucklanders stuck in traffic due to Govt policy

Todd McClay - Workplace Relations and Safety

Rents up again as Government’s poor policies bite

Simon Bridges - Leader of the Opposition

Auckland Strike Action

Auckland bus operators are enraged at the inconvenience to passengers affected by continued bus driver strike action. Even those operators not directly affected by strikes are appalled at the behaviour of First Union and Tramways Union and their aggressive bully tactics which has included assaulting staff and damaging vehicles.

Markets surge on jobs, trade

By Michael McCarthy (chief market strategist, CMC Markets and Stockbroking)

Wealth of Canadians divided along racial lines, says report on income inequality

One interesting finding was that racialized men have a higher employment rate than non-racialized men

Lawyer competence includes knowledge of Indigenous-Crown history: B.C. law society

All practising lawyers in B.C. will be required to take a six-hour online course covering these areas

'Buyer's Price' program to continue until June 2020

Programming offering subsidized homes for first-time buyers will continue through first half of 2020, Finance Ministry says.

Nigerian Army commander killed in Boko Haram bomb attack

A Nigerian Army commander was killed on Saturday after an improvised explosive device detonated near his vehicle in Marte, Borno State.

UNILORIN, firm sign 21-year land lease agreement

The MOU was signed by Mr Indimi and Vice-Chancellor of UNILORIN, Jubril Oyelekan, at the Maiduguri office of OER Farm Ltd last week.

Buhari travels to Egypt Tuesday - Premium Times Nigeria

President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja Tuesday for Aswan, Egypt, to attend the Aswan Forum designed to set “An Agenda for Sustainable Peace

Nigerian govt directs Accountant-General, MDAs to publish daily financial statements

The government will also publish monthly reports showing revenue receipts from all collecting agencies and payments out of the federation account.

Nigeria set to open extractive industry ownership register -- Here's how it will work

This week, Nigeria will launch the Beneficial Ownership Register in the extractive industries in line with the global EITI standards.

CHRISTMAS: FRSC deploys 1,700 personnel on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, other Ogun roads

The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) will deploy 1,700 personnel to control traffic on highways across Ogun State during the Christmas festival.

PROFILE: Muhammad Nami, a tax consultant, heads Nigeria's FIRS

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday nominated a renowned tax consultant, Muhammad Nami, as the new chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS).

UPDATED: Fowler out as Buhari appoints new chairman for FIRS

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday approved the exit of Babatunde Fowler as the chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service.

Sebastian Suhl to Exit Valentino

Suhl joined the couture house in January 2018 as managing director of global markets.

Man charged after bus crashes onto railway line near Galashiels station

One person was checked by an ambulance crew after the incident on Sunday night.

Currys PC World reveals this year’s top tech Christmas gifts

The top gifts of the year were decided by the brand’s new customer testing initiative, the Customer Collective

East Kilbride Clintons store saved from pre-Christmas collapse

The chain has bought itself out of administration saving 2500 jobs nationwide.

FIRS Chairman: Buhari Makes Fresh Appointment As Fowler’s Tenure Ends

President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed Muhammad M. Nami to replace Babatunde Fowler as the chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS).

FG Hopeful Of Securing $500M AFDB Fund For Technology Innovation

The federal government is optimistic of securing a $500 million AFDB fund for technology innovation in the country, Trade and Industry Minister, Richard Adebayo has said.

Rivers: Gov. Wike Approves Payment For 2,673 New Retirees

Rivers State Governor Nyesom Wike has approved the inclusion of 2,673 additional retirees into the monthly pension payment scheme of the state government.

Cryptocurrency Exchange - Here are tips to choose the best

The exchange you must have decided to make use of will greatly determine whether your crypto investment will be profitable or not in the long run. There are lot...

Rebuilding Zimbabwe starts with strong institutions

It is now apparent that Zimbabwe's socio-economic status needs rebuilding and radical reforms if the country is to develop. The economy is set to contract by at...

How a few common financial mistakes are costing small businesses

Stats and experts reveal that a few common mistakes in financial management are often proving to be heavy for small businesses all around. Some of the issues ar...

Bad news for Trump — 60% of Americans say the surging stock market doesn't affect them

Most Americans don’t seem to care that much about the stock market’s performance.

A British oil stock tanked 60% after the shock resignation of the CEO and head of exploration

Tullow Oil, a British oil company, tanked on Monday morning after the company announced the resignation of its CEO and exploration director as well as cutting its production guidance. Tullow’s board also suspended its dividend.

10 things you need to know before the opening bell

Here is what you need to know.

US, Taliban Not Agreed on Reduction of Violence: Sources

Sources close to the Doha talks said the United States and the Taliban negotiators—on their third day of negotiations--have yet to agree on the terms of a reduction of violence, ceasefire a

South Korea jails three Samsung Elec execs over evidence destroyed in probe of alleged fraud

A South Korean court on Monday jailed three executives of Samsung Electronics for their role in a plot that included burying computers under ...

Asian stocks pulled higher by Wall Street jobs rally but China caution prevails

Asian stocks edged up on Monday, catching some of Wall Street's momentum after surprisingly strong U.S. jobs data although regional gains were ...

LTA awards S$210 million contract for Jurong West, Bahar Junction MRT stations

SINGAPORE: Two Jurong Region Line stations will be designed and constructed by the Singapore branch of China Railway 11 Bureau Group, the Land ...

House Democrats, USTR nearing deal to pass modified USMCA agreement -WSJ

House Democrats and U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer are nearing a deal to pass a revised version of the United States-Mexico-Canada ...

Oil prices stumble on weak China exports hangover

Oil prices fell on Monday after data showing China's overall exports of goods and services shrank for a fourth straight month, sending shivers ...

Governor of China's Xinjiang says US Bill violates international law

A recent US measure on Xinjiang is a severe violation of international law and gross interference in China's internal affairs, the governor of the ...

Jobs of the future are clustering in a handful of US cities: Study

A new analysis of where "innovation" jobs are being created in the United States paints a stark portrait of a divided economy where the industries ...

France's Sanofi to buy Synthorx for US$2.5 billion

France's Sanofi said on Monday it had agreed to buy Synthorx in a cash deal worth around US$2.5 billion as it seeks to beef up its ...

Day 5 of public transport chaos as French strike bites

PARIS: French commuters and tourists braced for a fifth day of public transport chaos Monday (Dec 9) as the government prepared to respond to ...

Skechers' 'cool' value gives it room to run like Nike: Barron's

Shoemaker Skechers USA is expected to post earnings growth on pace with Nike over the next three years, giving its relatively low valuation a ...

Huawei to roll out Harmony OS to more products next year, but not phones and tablets

Chinese tech giant Huawei Technologies plans to equip more of its products with its Harmony operating system (OS) next year, and will promote them ...

Swedbank cuts management team in revamp after laundering probe

Swedbank said on Monday its chief risk officer was leaving as the Swedish bank revamps its structure to regain customer trust after a money ...

Massif Capital - Diamond Offshore Drilling Inc.

Diamond has been a painful investment for our portfolio.We invested too early in the cycle for offshore equipment, and the trough of the cycle has been extended beyond our modeled scenarios.We will ai

4 AM Wake-Up Call

Right off the bat, we saw an almost 850-point drop in the Dow Jones from Black Friday until Tuesday as President Trump was quoted as saying that he saw the chances of a trade deal lessening.The tariff

For Growth Stocks, Profits Are The New Normal

Profitable companies outperform by a wide margin over time, even among high-growth companies, which often post losses early in their lifecycles.This year's equity market landscape is littered with hig

The Probability Of A U.S. Recession - December 2019

Identifies and discusses two U.S. recession probability models.Shows the current and historical readings of these models.Compares the models' probabilities to the average estimate from a recent survey

First Trust New Opportunities MLP & Energy Fund: Our Top Pick Among MLP CEFs

FPL has presented a strong performance in 2019 despite continued weakness in MLPs and the midstream energy industry.We think the fund has value considering current discount to NAV  and potential rebou

How China Mobile Sustains A 5% Dividend Yield, In 5 Charts

China Mobile is the largest mobile phone operator in the world, again trading at a 5% dividend yield backed by steady free cash flows.Compared with both domestic and US telecom counterparts, China Mob

Gold Losing Its Luster

One reason for owning gold is it tends to serve as a safe haven asset and performs well in an environment where economic activity is slowing.On the other hand, investors might look to copper as an inv

Bitcoin - Correction Soon To Be Over

Bitcoin has been stuck in a bear market since December 17th, 2017.Its weekly chart is oversold and probably close to a trendchange.Professional money has not yet fully positioned for a new rally.There

Yellow Cake Is A Lower Risk Investment In The Uranium Industry

Yellow Cake is trading at a discount to net asset value and the company has communicated it will rely on share buy-backs if the discount persists.The annual holding cost is expected to be relatively l

The Quality Of Its Microtransactions Will Decide Ubisoft's Fate

Ubisoft has had a terrible 2019 so far, which I feel has been accurately priced into the share price.In my view, going forward, Ubisoft's success will depend on its ability to implement microtransacti

U.K.: The Page Has Turned

Elections are providing outlet for Brexit uncertainty.GDP forecasted to grow and stabilise.UK has fiscal space for mitigating negative Brexit outcomes.