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What Is the Yen Carry Trade?
Wall Street Journal - 6 Aug 2024 01:26
The unwinding of a popular investment strategy is sending ripples through global markets.
Outages Plague Trading Platforms During the Stock-Market Selloff
Wall Street Journal - 6 Aug 2024 01:18
Customers at Charles Schwab, Vanguard and Fidelity reported problems logging into accounts.
Is This 1987 All Over Again? What's Driving the Market Meltdown?
Wall Street Journal - 5 Aug 2024 20:20
Just as with "Black Monday," investors heading into today were on edge and ready to sell to lock in big profits.
Stocks Are Crashing---That's a Great Reason to Sit Tight
Wall Street Journal - 5 Aug 2024 17:58
There are some genuine concerns at the root of this market selloff. But many other factors seem to be at play too.
GIFT City regulator proposes lower PMS ticket size, opens door to retail funds
livemint.com - 5 Aug 2024 17:20
The International Financial Services Authority has proposed a halving of the ticket size for portfolio management services from $150,000 to $75,000, or about ₹64 lakh at current exchange rates.
Trust your doctor, check your broker: The overlooked risk in financial advice
livemint.com - 5 Aug 2024 14:19
While KYC ensures your bank knows you well, do you really know your financial advisor? Unlike doctors and lawyers, financial advisors often escape scrutiny, leading to overlooked risks and potential losses. Verify their ...
Switching to a consultancy role from full-time employee can save tax on half of your income
livemint.com - 5 Aug 2024 13:54
It's a growing trend in the corporate world for mid- to senior-level employees to take on consulting roles because of the guaranteed gig and the tax benefits.
Green-Energy Flops Revive Bets on Natural Gas
Wall Street Journal - 5 Aug 2024 13:36
European energy giants Shell and BP are sticking to their core business as clean-energy investments make slow progress.
Are Banks Sweeping Dud Property Loans Under the Rug?
Wall Street Journal - 5 Aug 2024 13:30
New accounting rules should give investors an earlier warning, but surprises are cropping up and there could be more to come.
Are you overpaying? How does MCC affect your credit card transactions and reward points
livemint.com - 5 Aug 2024 12:24
Understanding the significance of the Merchant Category Code (MCC) in credit card transactions is crucial. An incorrect MCC can lead to higher transaction fees and reduced reward points.
Japan stock market: Why Yen carry-trades are in focus| Explained
livemint.com - 5 Aug 2024 11:33
The popular Yen-carry trade is in focus following the currency's sharp appreciation after the Bank of Japan raised interest rates for the first time in 17 years. Here's what it means.
Time in the market vs. Timing the market: Why long-term investing beats short-term trading?
livemint.com - 5 Aug 2024 11:23
Mutual Funds: Time in the market consistently outperforms timing the market, as long-term investing yields better returns than short-term trading.
Global stock markets plunge as Japan suffers worst sell-off since Black Monday
Telegraph - 5 Aug 2024 10:12
The global rout in stock markets has deepened as Japan's benchmark index suffered its worst day since Black Monday amid fears of a US recession.
Mars in Advanced Talks to Buy Cheez-It, Eggo Maker Kellanova
Wall Street Journal - 5 Aug 2024 05:50
The deal would be one of the largest of the year and could come together imminently.
Japan Stocks Fall Sharply After Weak U.S. Jobs Data, Yen Strengthening
Wall Street Journal - 5 Aug 2024 05:20
The Nikkei Stock Average was recently down 6.2% at 33691.16 on Monday morning, following Friday's 5.8% loss.
From bankruptcy to financial freedom: A Mumbai-based couple's journey of resilience
livemint.com - 5 Aug 2024 05:00
An unconventional career choice in the late 1990s pushed the family to the brink of bankruptcy
Behind the boom: How supply dynamics are fuelling market peaks
livemint.com - 5 Aug 2024 05:00
Adam Smith's proverbial "invisible hand" responds to an increase in demand and prices, with an increase in supply. This is now visible in the Indian market as well.