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Amazon's quarterly beats took a back seat to a couple dings we're not going to sweat
CNBC - 7 Feb 2025 02:52
We don't see these items as thesis-changing.
Amazon fourth-quarter cloud revenue falls just shy of Wall Street estimates
CNBC - 7 Feb 2025 01:01
All three of the top companies providing cloud-based computing and storage delivered less fourth-quarter revenue from this category than expected.
Beauty stocks post major losses after a week of worrying results
CNBC - 7 Feb 2025 23:41
Several beauty stocks tanked this week, as companies like E.l.f. Beauty and Estee Lauder reported disappointing earnings and cut guidance.
Pinterest shares rocket 17% on strong revenue and user growth
CNBC - 7 Feb 2025 17:35
Pinterest shares surged after the company topped Wall Street's fourth-quarter estimates and showed robust user growth from a year ago.
RBI rate-cutting cycle begins; are personal loan interest rates headed for fall?
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 14:26
Today's RBI rate cut is seen as the start of a rate-cut cycle that could lead to a gradual decline in the interest rates banks charge on loans.
How 25 bps RBI rate would reduce monthly home loan EMI, tenure? EXPLAINED
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 14:24
Reserve Bank of India cut its benchmark interest rates 25-basis-points on February 8, take a look at how experts think this is likely to reduce your home loan EMI and tenure.
RBI kicks off rate cut cycle--what it means for borrowers and markets
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 13:04
The RBI has lowered the repo rate to 6.25%, signalling the start of a policy easing cycle. With inflation moderating and fiscal consolidation on track, the move is expected to support growth, ease borrowing costs, and in...
Sebi notches up governance norms and easing procedures: What it means for investors
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 13:01Top 6 banks that make credit card balance transfers easy and affordable
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 12:49
Balance transfer helps transfer outstanding amounts from one credit card to another at a lower interest rate and easy EMI payments. The monthly interest rate charged varies from 0.99% to 1.7%, substantially lower than th...
How to prevent overlapping loans and streamline your repayments? 6 key tips
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 12:34
Managing multiple overlapping loans can be challenging for borrowers. Prioritising high-interest loans, consolidating debts, and making timely repayments can help avoid a debt cycle. It's crucial to have a repayment plan...
Credit card: What is an unbilled amount, and how does it affect your finances?
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 12:30
Managing credit card spending is crucial. Regularly checking transactions helps avoid fees. Unbilled amounts reflect transactions not yet on statements, affecting credit utilization. Timely payments are vital to avoid pe...
How to read your credit report and safeguard your information? A step-by-step guide
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 11:53
A credit report is crucial for assessing creditworthiness, impacting loans and employment. Individuals must understand their reports and improve them while avoiding scams. Regular monitoring and using authorized channels...
What is a FICO score and why does it matter for your financial health?
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 11:47
FICO scores are becoming more relevant in India's lending market despite the dominance of CIBIL scores. This credit risk tool, ranging from 300 to 850, helps lenders assess borrowers' creditworthiness based on their repa...
Income Tax: What is rebate under 87A which enables taxpayers earning upto ₹12 lakh to claim zero tax? An explainer
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 11:23
If you have seen the latest tax rates, you must have noticed that there is 5 percent tax on income between ₹4 to 8 lakh and 10 percent tax on the income between ₹8 to 12 lakh. When there is no tax for income up to �...
How closing old credit accounts could affect your score--Find out here
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 10:07
The impact of closing a credit account on your credit score varies based on individual circumstances. Regularly reviewing your credit report and understanding your score, which ranges from 300 to 850, is vital for mainta...
Last chance to lock fixed deposits at the current interest rates as RBI kicks off rate cut cycle; check latest rates
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 09:09
FD interest rates: Those depositors who are looking to lock their money in fixed deposits may consider the current rates as the highest they would see in near future.
How to keep your credit score above 700? Top 6 things to do
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 08:32
To maintain a high credit score i.e., above 700, you should clear your credit card bills and loan repayments on time. Additionally, credit utilisation ratio should be kept below the optimum level of 30 percent.
How to build a resilient investment portfolio in uncertain times? Here are 4 key principles
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 07:32
This write-up lets understand ways to build resilient investment portfolio's in uncertain times. For the same inspiration needs to be drawn from giant investors like Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, Peter Lynch among othe...
Multiple Credit Cards: Should you own them and how to manage effectively
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 07:06
In India, many individuals adopt a multi-credit card strategy to meet various needs, such as instant discounts or cashback. Different cards offer unique benefits, including reward points and complimentary memberships, ma...
Valentine's Day 2025: BOBCARD announces discounts across market places including Amazon, Flipkart, Myntra & others
livemint.com - 7 Feb 2025 06:24
Credit card: BOBCARD has rolled out a number of offers commemorating Valentine's Day wherein shoppers can enjoy discounts and special deals across various categories, including fashion, travel, fine dining, and entertain...
Affirm shares pop more than 15% on revenue beat
CNBC - 7 Feb 2025 04:33
Affirm beats on earnings and revenue in fiscal second quarter.
Doximity shares soar 25% after company beats on revenue, raises fiscal-year guidance
CNBC - 7 Feb 2025 02:11
Doximity reported third-quarter fiscal 2025 results that beat analysts' expectations for revenue and guidance.