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Global Government Bonds Face Period of Temporary Calm
Wall Street Journal - 21 May 2024 14:59
Meaningful rises or falls in global government bond yields look unlikely in the near term as interest rates have peaked, but persistent inflation means rate cuts will likely be slow, analysts said.
Palo Alto Networks tumbles on earnings once again. It's another chance to buy the cyber stock
CNBC - 21 May 2024 04:56
Wall Street's reaction to Palo Alto Networks' report seems overdone. Like its past two earnings sell-offs, we think investors should buy the dip.
Blackstone to Grant Equity to Most Employees in Future U.S. Buyouts
Wall Street Journal - 22 May 2024 01:00
The private-equity firm's plan is part of a broader movement in the buyout industry to expand ownership beyond management ranks.
How Wall Street Lenders Are Betting Big on the AI Boom
Wall Street Journal - 21 May 2024 20:50
Investment giant Blackstone recently led a $7.5 billion deal backed by artificial-intelligence chips, the latest financing that looks to take advantage of the sector's rapid growth.
Trump Media stock falls 10% after posting $327.6 million loss in first quarter
CNBC - 21 May 2024 19:56
Trump Media, whose majority shareholder is former President Donald Trump, operates the social media app Truth Social and trades under the DJT stock ticker.
Sonos Picks a Good Time to Plug Into Headphones
Wall Street Journal - 21 May 2024 17:15
The premium-headphone market is soaring while Sonos speaker sales are sagging, but the competition with Apple will be fierce.
Crypto Takes Aim at 2024 Elections
Wall Street Journal - 21 May 2024 16:00
Coinbase, Kraken and others are fighting for survival after a regulatory crackdown.
Estate planning under the Hindu and Indian succession acts to ensure a smooth transfer
livemint.com - 21 May 2024 15:18
Drafting a will is crucial to ensure that specific intentions for asset distribution are respected
JPMorgan's Consumer Business Is Doing Great. Its Customers Are Just OK.
Wall Street Journal - 21 May 2024 15:00
The nation's largest lender sees borrowers trading down but still spending.
Lowe's beats on earnings and revenue, even as consumers spend less on DIY projects
CNBC - 21 May 2024 14:21
The home improvement retailer Lowe's said sales fell again year over year, and it reiterated its full-year earnings forecast.
Singapore's MAS Steps Up Green Finance Partnership With China's Central Bank
Wall Street Journal - 21 May 2024 14:21
Singapore's central bank separately announced plans to sell up to US$1.9 billion of sovereign bonds to fund environmental projects.
The Unlikely Stocks That Became a Hot Bet on AI
Wall Street Journal - 21 May 2024 13:30
The staid utilities industry has become a top-performing sector.
Elections 2024: How to position your portfolio ahead of significant events
livemint.com - 21 May 2024 13:13
Once in power, politicians are unlikely to take actions that could jeopardize their chances of re-election. So, there's no need to lose sleep over or be swayed by public opinion on the outcome of an election
How can using a credit card for emergencies affect your financial health?
livemint.com - 21 May 2024 11:36
Emergency funds are essential, with 6 months' expenses suggested. Credit cards can offer short-term liquidity but should not replace a dedicated emergency fund. Prioritize building an emergency fund, especially if long-t...
German property crisis deepens as foreign buyers plunge to 10-year low
Telegraph - 21 May 2024 11:30
International investors are avoiding German property deals as the market suffers its worst crisis in a generation.
Do NRI marriages abroad impact succession rights in India?
livemint.com - 21 May 2024 11:09
For NRIs married to foreign nationals, understanding the implications of their overseas nuptials on succession rights in India can be as complex as it is crucial.
Janus Henderson Takes Big Swing on Australian REITs
Wall Street Journal - 21 May 2024 11:03
Janus Henderson is significantly overweight on Australian REITs in its fixed-interest portfolios, building positions in Dexus, GPT and Vicinity Centres because of their low gearing.
Planning a new car? Here are the latest car loan interest rates from top banks
livemint.com - 21 May 2024 09:49
The interest rates on car loans in 2024 can greatly influence your monthly EMIs, making it essential to find the best deal possible. If you have a strong credit score, you may secure a more favourable interest rate. Chec...
Tax Harvesting: What is it and how can it optimise your tax liabilities?
livemint.com - 21 May 2024 07:19
Tax harvesting is a strategy to reduce tax liability by selling investments at a loss to offset gains. Carry forward losses allow unused losses to be deducted from future gains, further reducing taxes and optimizing tax ...
DJT: Trump Media reports $770,500 revenue for first quarter, net loss of $327.6 million
CNBC - 21 May 2024 03:25
Trump Media, the parent company of Donald Trump's Truth Social, debuted on the Nasdaq stock exchange in March.