Market News
Oil Boosted by Chinese Measures, Middle East Fears
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 09:43
Oil prices rose 1% in early European trading, boosted by China's latest barrage of stimulus measures aimed at stabilizing the country's property market, as well as supply disruption risks in the Middle East.
China Markets Surge in Wild End to the Quarter
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 11:32
Some investors say what happens there could be key to global markets' direction in the months ahead.
UAE's Adnoc Nears $13 Billion Deal to Buy Germany's Covestro
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 19:36
The tie-up dovetails with the Middle Eastern energy company's push into chemical production.
How Nvidia's Monster Rally Broke Your Tech ETF
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 16:00
With several $3 trillion companies in a single sector, S&P was forced to change its index-weighting rules.
The $1,000 'Micro' Handbags Luxury Brands Are Pinning Their Hopes On
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 14:00
To spot a potential comeback story in the luxury goods industry, look for the brand with the smallest handbags.
Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 13:55
Find insight on Commerzbank, BBVA and more in the latest Market Talks covering the Financial Services sector.
What are personal loans and how do they work?
livemint.com - 30 Sep 2024 13:33
Personal Loan: While personal loans are popular for urgent needs, they carry high interest rates. Eligibility varies by bank and depends on creditworthiness. It's crucial to read terms carefully and manage repayments wis...
Swiggy IPO: How investors justify risky pre-listing trading
livemint.com - 30 Sep 2024 13:32
India seems to have moved from the Coldplay ticket row to the pre-IPO investment gamble--Swiggy's shares are being sold and re-sold for higher prices in the grey market.
How to get a home loan? A step-by-step guide
livemint.com - 30 Sep 2024 12:57
Home loans can help you achieve homeownership while managing finances. It's important to organize documentation and research interest rates. The process involves application, document submission, and bank verification be...
Personal Loan: What are the surprising ways you can use it?
livemint.com - 30 Sep 2024 12:37
Personal Loan: Personal loans can effectively manage urgent financial needs by providing quick access to funds. They require good credit scores for approval, and it's important to evaluate alternatives like education loa...
A long bull run has made freakish returns seem normal. Time to curb your enthusiasm.
livemint.com - 30 Sep 2024 12:03
Rather than chasing high returns, focus on growing the amount you can invest each year.
Stellantis and Aston Martin shares drop sharply after profit warnings amid China woes
CNBC - 30 Sep 2024 11:34
Stocks of European carmakers hemorrhaged early on Monday as Stellantis and British luxury brand Aston Martin issued profit warnings.
From inheritance to investment: Key tax insights for heirs
livemint.com - 30 Sep 2024 11:24
If you sell the property and acquire a new residential house one year before or two years after the transfer of the original property, capital gains would be exempt under Section 54
Many insurance plans promise to double your money. Here's how to calculate the actual return.
livemint.com - 30 Sep 2024 10:27
This 'doubling of investment' is an illusion as people fail to factor in the time value of money - the concept that a certain sum of money has greater value now than it will in the future due to its earnings potential. H...
Gold Edges Higher on U.S. Rate Cut Expectations, Middle East Risks
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 10:10
Gold edged higher in early European trading, driven by optimism around further U.S. rate cuts and demand for safe-haven assets spurred by heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Sterling Could Rise Further Against Euro This Week
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 10:00
Sterling was unmoved by data showing a slight downward revision to second-quarter U.K. GDP growth to 0.5% quarter-on-quarter and could strengthen further against the euro in coming days in the absence of major upcoming U...
European Car Stocks Drop After Flurry of Guidance Cuts
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 09:54
European car stocks traded lower after Volkswagen, Jeep maker Stellantis and Aston Martin cut their respective annual outlooks.
Credit Investors Await Key Data
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 09:18
Credit investors are expected to stay in a wait-and-see stance ahead of European inflation and U.S. labor data this week, unfazed by the announcement of more stimulus for the Chinese housing market, UniCredit said.
Nikkei Tumbles as New PM Raises Concerns About Higher Taxes, Stronger Yen
Wall Street Journal - 30 Sep 2024 08:43
The Nikkei Stock Average saw its largest tumble in eight weeks on fears of higher taxes under Japan's incoming Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba as well as on a stronger Japanese yen.
Economy grows less than previously thought ahead of Budget
Telegraph - 30 Sep 2024 08:17
Britain's economy grew less than previously thought in the second quarter of the year as Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver her first Budget.
Credit card: Is the annual fees charged by banks on their cards worth it?
livemint.com - 30 Sep 2024 07:08
Credit cards: It is reasonable to pay a high annual fee on a card when the benefits which accrue from the usage of card surpass the fee levied on it. The cost and benefit s vary widely from card to card. So, one must do ...
Income tax audit report deadline for FY24 extended to THIS date amid e-filing portal issues
livemint.com - 30 Sep 2024 06:56
The Central Board of Direct Taxes extended the income tax audit report filing deadline to October 7, 2024, citing technical issues with the e-filing portal, providing relief to taxpayers who could otherwise face penaltie...