Market News
In France, Investors Get the Centrist Limbo They Wanted
Wall Street Journal - 8 Jul 2024 16:31
Polarization has for years left the country's politics stuck in an unpopular middle ground, and the latest elections won't change that. But it does serve to lower the key risks that financial markets were worried about.
S&P 500, Nasdaq Climb to Records Ahead of Powell Testimony
Wall Street Journal - 9 Jul 2024 00:37
The broad stock index added 0.1% and the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.3%, while the Dow industrials slipped 0.1%. Investors await clues on rate cuts when Fed Chair Jerome Powell testifies before Congress.
Paramount's Third Act Will Still Offer Plenty of Drama
Wall Street Journal - 8 Jul 2024 21:07
Skydance, headed by David Ellison, brings a strong track record, but making streaming profitable as traditional business declines will be a tough haul.
Japan's $1.5 Trillion Pension Whale to Trigger Waves in Stocks, Currencies
Wall Street Journal - 8 Jul 2024 16:00
Many analysts say Tokyo is getting ready to redirect some of its stash of dollars back into yen assets--a decision that could ripple through global financial markets.
India's inclusion in JPMorgan bond index makes target maturity funds ideal for locking in attractive yields
livemint.com - 8 Jul 2024 13:44
This is a compelling opportunity for bond investors to capitalise on India's changing position in the global financial system.
Vanguard's Die-Hard Customers Have a Message for New CEO: 'The Service Is Abysmal'
Wall Street Journal - 8 Jul 2024 13:30
Salim Ramji takes the helm Monday, and many clients are hoping he will fix customer service.
Where Have All the Good Stocks Gone?
Wall Street Journal - 8 Jul 2024 13:30
With prices at records, there are fewer to buy, and the quality of remaining ones is surprisingly bad. Blame years of low interest rates.
French Stocks Recover From Initial Fall After Leftist Alliance Win
Wall Street Journal - 8 Jul 2024 13:22
French stocks rose while government bonds fell in early trading after a party alliance led by the far-left emerged first in the country's parliamentary elections, pushing France toward political paralysis.
What are the key changes proposed in the new excise bill?
livemint.com - 8 Jul 2024 13:10
Introduction of new excise bill aims to streamline tax compliance by aligning with GST laws, focusing on tobacco and petroleum oils. Changes include removing SEZs exemption, introducing central excise duty credit, and al...
How a single late payment can decimate your credit score
livemint.com - 8 Jul 2024 12:02
It takes time a build a good credit score, but just one slip-up to undo all that effort. Here's how you can ensure a healthy score.
Are you sharing too much? The risks of giving your ITR credentials to CAs
livemint.com - 8 Jul 2024 11:19
You do not need to share ITR login and Password with Your CA. Here are the alternatives
Euro falls as French hard-Left demand power
Telegraph - 8 Jul 2024 11:19
The euro dropped after the shock French election result gave the hard-Left the most seats in parliament.
Australian Businesses Dipping Into Savings, but Arrears Still Low
Wall Street Journal - 8 Jul 2024 10:04
Australian businesses are dipping into savings to cover running costs and repay debts amid higher-for-longer rates, but arrears remain low for now, the head of business banking at the country's largest lender said.
Chinese Shipping Shares Drop on Reports of Gaza Cease-Fire Progress
Wall Street Journal - 8 Jul 2024 08:29
Shares of Chinese shipping companies fell sharply on expectations of falling freight rates after Hamas reportedly signaled approval for a cease-fire in Gaza.
Credit card debt? Don't drown! 5 life jackets to save your finances
livemint.com - 8 Jul 2024 08:06
Eliminating credit card debt presents a challenge for numerous individuals, demanding discipline, effort, and occasionally difficult decisions.
This is the right time to invest in long-term bonds, says Siddharth Chaudhary of Bajaj Finserv AMC
livemint.com - 8 Jul 2024 07:44
Chaudhary believes that investment by foreign portfolio investors in Indian bonds may touch 4 percent by next year. He also explains why this is the right time to invest in long term bonds which offer stability and diver...
Sebi's information ratio proposal: Clear insight or investor overload?
livemint.com - 8 Jul 2024 05:31
The key question is whether this new metric will genuinely help investors make better and informed decisions, or just complicate the landscape further.