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Chinese Company That Sparked Fears of Financial Contagion Falls Into Bankruptcy
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 16:12
A calamitous year for Zhongzhi, which was a big player in China's roughly $3 trillion trust sector, led to worries that the world's second-largest economy was facing a "Lehman moment."
The Score: Tesla, Xerox, Pelotonand More Stocks That Defined the Week
Wall Street Journal - 6 Jan 2024 01:45
Here are some of the major companies whose stocks moved on the week's news.
Stocks End Rough Weekon High Note AfterJobs Report
Wall Street Journal - 6 Jan 2024 01:41
The declines to kick off the new year come after a rally in recent weeks
Big Design-Software Companies Near $35 Billion Deal
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 22:51
Synopsys and Ansys are in exclusive talks and a deal could come as soon as next week.
Midcap Stocks Are Often Ignored. They Shouldn't Be.
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 21:00
Advocates say these companies offer financial stability, growth potential and industry diversification, and could outperform in 2024.
How Much Is the Standard Deduction and Should I Take It on My Tax Return?
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 20:00
The standard deduction is advisable when it is greater than your total itemized deductions listed on Schedule A.
Why the Strength of the Dollar Matters So Much for Stock Investors
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 20:00
As U.S. companies earn more from overseas, the greenback's performance has an outsize impact on quarterly results--and often the stock market's direction.
Nation's Biggest Hospital Landlord Suffers New Losses
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 19:01
Medical Properties Trust said it would record about $350 million of write-downs related to its largest tenant , sending its shares down nearly 30%.
Cognac Sets the EV Trade War Alight
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 19:00
China's antidumping probe into brandy imported from the EU shows why Europe is in a weak position to protect its electric-vehicle market.
The Houthi Boost to Shipping Shares May Fade
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 16:36
Attacks on commercial shipping are, ironically, pushing up shipping stocks. The reactions are probably overdone.
Hat-trick on cards? Dividends from CPSEs may cross ₹50,000 crore this year too: Report
livemint.com - 5 Jan 2024 15:21
Dividends from central public sector enterprises are expected to surpass ₹50,000 crore during the current fiscal for third year in a row. It has already crossed the Budget Estimate (BE) during the current fiscal year.
Retail investors' investment in NCDs, commercial papers limited to 25% of issue: RBI
livemint.com - 5 Jan 2024 15:01
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has limited retail investors' investment in primary issuances of non-convertible debentures and commercial papers to a quarter of the total issuance to minimise investors' losses in case o...
You Can Buy Gold Bars at Costco. But Are They Worth It?
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 14:30
The retailer says that its periodic offers sell out quickly. And some say it's a pretty good deal, all things considered.
What are the benefits and limitations of investing in ETFs? MintGenie explains
livemint.com - 5 Jan 2024 13:19
ETFs amalgamate characteristics of both mutual funds and stocks, rendering them a distinctive and widely favoured investment choice. Nevertheless, investing in these funds comes with both advantages and constraints.
Gold prices may continue to remain elevated considering global macros and geopolitical factors, says Tapan Patel
livemint.com - 5 Jan 2024 13:00
Gold stands as an established asset class, demonstrating its ability to safeguard its value during periods of economic distress and market uncertainty.
Buying a house is not that difficult, says NatWest chairman - latest updates
Telegraph - 5 Jan 2024 12:53
Getting onto the property ladder is not that difficult, the chairman of NatWest has said, as it emerged the average UK house price rose last year despite a downturn in the sector.
Income tax 2024 proof submission: Requirements, and tips for smooth processing. A complete guide
livemint.com - 5 Jan 2024 12:49
Income tax 2024 proof submission: Employees should declare investment proofs from January onwards. Personal finance experts provide tips for smooth processing and avoiding notices.
Your Questions Answered: What are the advantages and disadvantages of an NPS tier 1 account?
livemint.com - 5 Jan 2024 08:02
An NPS Tier 1 account, backed by the Indian government, builds a retirement corpus through locked-in contributions until age 60, with limited early withdrawal options.
Markets Moving in Lockstep Threaten to Make for a Trying 2024
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 08:00
The latest angst over stocks and bonds shows three ways that inflation and the economy can move your portfolio.
Americans' Required Retirement Income Has Never Been Higher
Wall Street Journal - 5 Jan 2024 06:00
A surging stock market pushed many retirement account balances to new highs at the end of last year. But these higher balances are a mixed blessing for those already in retirement.
ICICI Lombard's health plan tops Mint-Beshak ratings
livemint.com - 5 Jan 2024 04:35
Apex Plus Plan, the latest version of Health AdvantEdge, is an all-inclusive insurance policy