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A French Oil Company Is Spending $100 Million to Preserve U.S. Forests
Wall Street Journal - 30 Aug 2024 16:30
TotalEnergies makes what is likely the largest-ever purchase of carbon offsets from U.S. timberlands.
Ulta misses Wall Street expectations first time in 4 years, trims guidance after quarterly sales decline
CNBC - 30 Aug 2024 02:08
Comparable sales for the second quarter fell 1.2%, compared to an 8% increase a year earlier.
MongoDB shares surge 13% on guidance boost
CNBC - 30 Aug 2024 02:03
MongoDB delivered stronger results than analysts had been looking for, partly because of better cloud consumption activity than expected.
What Selloff? Stocks End August Higher After Head-Spinning Swings
Wall Street Journal - 31 Aug 2024 00:24
U.S. stock indexes closed a tumultuous August with gains, riding a string of encouraging economic data to overcome concerns about the labor market.
Goldman Sachs to Lay Off Over 1,300 Workers
Wall Street Journal - 30 Aug 2024 22:58
The layoffs are part of an annual review process that culls low performers.
When Interest Rates Go Down, the Hucksters Spring Up
Wall Street Journal - 30 Aug 2024 18:39
An investment-advisory firm was promoting 'guaranteed' annual yields of up to 17.1%--until our columnist started asking questions.
Don't Wait for the Next Big Data Breach to Freeze Your Credit
Wall Street Journal - 30 Aug 2024 15:00
Freezing your credit is a simple and free protection from identity thieves with few downsides.
Nestlé Has the Right Recipe
Wall Street Journal - 30 Aug 2024 14:30
The global food giant's drama at the top obscures a solid strategy and cheap shares.
Budget Airlines Want to Go Premium. That's Easier Said Than Done.
Wall Street Journal - 30 Aug 2024 13:30
Floundering low-cost carriers are trying to appeal to higher spenders--but pivoting away from a no-frills brand comes with perils.
Global vs Indian Investing: Why diversification matters for your portfolio?
livemint.com - 30 Aug 2024 13:22
Indian investors focus on domestic markets due to strong growth, overlooking global opportunities. Restrictions and paperwork also deter foreign investments. Global diversification offers high-quality businesses and grow...
Investing for your child's future: Are mutual funds a good option to consider?
livemint.com - 30 Aug 2024 13:00
Mutual funds can be a strategic way to secure your child's financial future, benefiting from compounding and fostering financial literacy. Essential steps include gathering documentation, selecting an investment method, ...
Travelling abroad? Here are 3 zero-forex credit cards you can get for free
livemint.com - 30 Aug 2024 12:39
A zero-forex credit card with no joining fee is a straightforward option for travellers. These cards eliminate forex fees on international transactions without the need to work hard to recover annual fees
House prices surge at fastest pace since December 2022
Telegraph - 30 Aug 2024 10:16
House prices have jumped at the fastest pace since December 2022 as lower mortgage rates boost demand.