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Job searches for remote work jump 377% during February-May
In wake of the coronavirus crisis, job searches for remote work in India have soared over 377 per cent during February to May, reveals a recent report by job portal Indeed. Job seekers are ready to take a salary cut in order to have access to remote worki
Garbage generation rises again with resumption of activities in Doon
The garbage generation in Dehradun which had dropped by about 35 per cent during the initial phases of the lockdown has started to increase once again. During the complete lockdown, all the commercial activities like shops selling non- essential products and services, private offices and other
371.67 lakh quintals of sugarcane procured in Hry
Haryana Cooperation Minister Banwari Lal on Sunday said that in the current crushing season 2019-20, all ten cooperative sugar mills of the state have procured 371.67 lakh quintals of sugarcane by May 21. The procurement is made after spending an amount of Rs 1262.54 crore, for which the payment
Fiscal reforms: State's borrowing to be difficult
With more stipulations to adopt several reforms, it seems to be difficult for the State Government to opt for additional market borrowing in midst of the Covid-19 pandemic. While the State Government has been undertaking several reforms on continuous basis, asking the State during Covid-19
Govt procures 110 lakh metric tonnes of wheat
Due to global pandemic Corona, this time the Government had to implement lockdown, but the hard work and the spirit of the farmers of the State was the highest this time. This is the reason that this time in the history of Madhya Pradesh, the highest number of wheat purchases was recorded. In
CM condoles death of pulmonologist Dr JN Pande
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday condoled the demise of former AIIMS faculty Dr JN Pande who died of coronavirus on Saturday. Dr Pande had tested positive for Covid-19 earlier this week, died at his residence on Saturday at the age of 79. "Heartfelt condolences to Dr Pande's family.
Hindalco helps S’pur women earn living
When the Covid-19 pandemic is turning life upside down and leading to widespread job losses, a group of dedicated women in Sambalpur district have insisted on efforts in empowering themselves financially with the support of the Hindalco. These women from Hirakud have already prepared more than
Drivers resort to selling fruits and vegetables
Despite the permission of the State Government to operate public vehicles during lockdown, various e-rickshaw and auto-rickshaw drivers have taken to selling vegetables and fruits during the lockdown. While some of them said that restricted number of passengers was making it hard for them to earn
7 flights to take off from Ranchi today after 2 months
At least seven flights will ferry passengers from Birsa Munda Airport in Ranchi to New Delhi, Bangalore and Hyderabad on Monday after a lull of two months, officials from the Ranchi Airport said on Sunday. However, the schedule was likely to undergo changes as some states are not in favour of
Ready to deal with rise in coronavirus cases: Uttarakhand CM Rawat
Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat on Monday said COVID-19 cases have risen in Uttarakhand after the return of migrants but the government was fully prepared to deal with the situation. The chief minister held a meeting with senior officials in Haldwani to review the situation in the state,
MP Housing Board restarts ongoing construction works in Indore district
MP Housing Board has again started the ongoing construction works in Indore district worth Rs 200 crore. The major Housing board projects which are under construction are Rainbow towers at Snehlataganj which are 15 storey commercial and residential towers which has hundreds of shops and 3 and 4
1.52L students avail CM Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana
About 1.52 lakh students are on the verge of becoming doctors, engineers, lawyers, architects, business managers etc by availing the Mukhya Mantri Medhavi Vidyarthi Yojana launched in the academic session 2017-18 by Chief Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan to remove the financial difficulties
Holness pledges $750,000 to support NCU students affected by COVID-19
Prime Minister Andrew has pledged three quarters of $1 million from his Positive Jamaica Foundation to the Northern Caribbean University's Alumni to fund scholarships and grants for students affected by COVID-19. In a message...
Would Modi government move towards direct cash transfers?
Merging state and central income support schemes will make Rs 5 lakh crore available to extend basic income to poor households; this will also stop leakages.
L&T Rating: Buy — A modest showing in the final quarter
FY21/22e EPS down 15% to factor in Covid-19; TP cut to Rs 1,394; ‘Buy’ maintained
OMCs’ profits seen diving 88% to Rs 3,600 crore in FY20
Analysts expect these firms’ profits to remain lower than FY19 levels, in both FY21 and FY22, due to muted marketing margins and stagnant volumes.
Dr Reddy’s Rating: Neutral — A strong performance in the quarter
FY21/22e EPS up 2/5%; TP raised to Rs 3,775 from Rs 3,490; ‘Neutral’ retained as valuations capture positives
The big growth leap: Covid gives India the opportunity to get growth without massive investment
Covid gives India the opportunity to remove a 70-year incubus and get growth without having to invest massively.
Sovereign rating: Economists shrug off downgrade fear amid Covid crisis
Unprecedented crises, they stress, warrant elevated government spending to rekindle growth impulses fast and protect both lives and livelihood, while fiscal hawkishness is best reserved for normal times.
No bad bank yet: Govt plans reforms in asset recast space
The government first wants to ensure that structural reforms are initiated in the asset reconstruction space to boost the performance of existing companies.
Education in a self-reliant India! Best teachers cannot always reach grassroots, digital content can
The proposed reforms could lead to a positive shift in the quality of education. Currently, even though we live in an era of online education, digital accessibility is an issue.
CREDAI writes to PM Modi, seeks immediate relief for sector
Realtors' apex body CREDAI has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking immediate relief measures to tide over the crisis
Uttar Pradesh govt completes skill mapping of 14.75 lakh migrants
The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has completed the task of skill mapping of 14.75 lakh migrant workers who have returned
Corporate governance: SBI weighed down by its own laws, says IiAS
The immediate reaction from Institutional Investor Advisory Services (IiAS) is the invite that SBI has sent out to shareholders for an EGM on June 17 amidst COVID-19 pandemic, as the State Bank of India Act of 1955, which created it, does not envisage or allow it to hold the extra-ordinary general meeting digitally/electronically or even an e-voting.
Uddhav Thackeray vs Piyush Goyal: War of words erupts between Maharashtra CM, Railways minister over Shramik trains
In his address to the state on May 24, Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said that while he had demanded 80 special trains per day for the state to ferry migrants home, it was getting only 40.
India sharply cuts exposure to US govt securities to $156.5 billion in March
In April last year, the same stood at $155.3 billion, according to data from the US Treasury Department.
Nucleus Software Exports Q4 net profit jumps over 64% to Rs 28.14 crore
The company said its product business revenue for the March 2020 quarter was at Rs 111.9 crore as compared to Rs 100.4 crore in the year-ago period.
Shares in depository account can be used as margin till August 31: SEBI
The markets regulator in February came out with framework on margin obligation to be given by way of pledged or repledged shares in the depository system.
Buy VST Industries; target of Rs 4000: ICICI Direct
ICICI Direct is bullish on VST Industries has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 4000 in its research report dated May 22, 2020.
Buy Colgate ; target of Rs 1520: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal is bullish on Colgate has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 1520 in its research report dated May 22, 2020.
Productivity over meetings: Survey reveals what developers want to be more productive at work
During the survey, when developers were asked what they would need to achieve 100 percent productivity at work, 70 percent of developers opted for fewer meetings.
CBIC clears Rs 11,052 crore GST refund claims since April 8
The finance ministry had on April 8 said that to provide relief during COVID-19 it has been decided to issue all pending GST and custom refunds which would benefit around 1 lakh business entities, including MSME.
Buy Essel Propack; target of Rs 200: Motilal Oswal
Motilal Oswal is bullish on Essel Propack has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 200 in its research report dated May 23, 2020.
Transfer Rs 1,000 to each Indian per month: Abhijit Banerjee and Esther Duflo suggest Centre
Esther Duflo said India was already in a position to start universal basic income quickly as it had the Jan Dhan accounts-Aadhaar-mobile system in place.
ITA estimates Rs 2,100 crore revenue loss for tea industry in Assam and West Bengal during Mar-May
The Indian Tea Association (ITA) has pegged a revenue loss of Rs 2,100 crore for the industry in Assam and West Bengal during March, April and May.
Avoid low-interest COVID-19 personal loans, unless strapped for cash
This is the time to utilize your emergency fund. If you don’t have one, partially use investments meant for your long-term goals
Coronavirus pandemic | Lockdown extended in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur, Solan districts till June 30
Hamirpur has reported the highest number of COVID-19 cases at 63 while 21 people have tested positive for the infection in Solan till now
Kaya: Radhakishan Damani picks up 1.11% stake, Porinju Veliyath raises shareholding to 1.14%
Another well-known investor Porinju Veliyath, through his fund management firm Equity Intelligence India, also held stake in Kaya.
Deploy Bear Call Spread strategy in Nifty as weakness expected to continue
Sideways move can be expected with the negative bias as we have seen bearish reversal on the chart twice in the last few days.
Startup Livspace lays off 450 employees on adverse business impact from COVID-19
Founded in 2015 by Ramakant Sharma and Anuj Srivastava, Livspace provides a three-sided marketplace and a design automation platform that connects homeowners, certified designers and vendors.
'Need more stimulus with focus on GST cut, wage support, higher MNREGA spend'
With more rate cuts expected, we expect bond yields to remain soft in the near term.
Govt's wheat procurement surpasses last year's level of 34.1 million tonnes despite COVID-19 hurdles
Wheat procurement target has been set at 40.7MT for the 2020-21 marketing year. Although the wheat marketing year runs from April-March, the bulk of procurement is normally done in the first three months.
Resumption of flights: It's chaos for passengers
Most of the complaints are from Air India passengers
Govt thrust on infrastructure boost to help transmission tower companies: Ind-Ra
According to the ratings agency, the prolonged nationwide lockdown would impact the revenue growth of transmission tower suppliers in the near term, however, the companies that supply T&D equipment are expected to be more resilient than the traditional steel industry players.
CSMIA operates 47 flights to 14 destinations on May 26
These 47 flights were undertaken by seven domestic carriers, Mumbai International Airport Ltd ( MIAL) said in a statement.
Old-fashioned milkman makes the rounds as US shoppers stay home
South Mountain Creamery says it saw an almost tenfold increase in new home delivery customers over a single weekend in late March when stay-at-home measures due to the COVID-19 pandemic started in the region.
Just Dial Q4 net profit rises 21.6% to Rs 76.1 crore
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 62.5 crore in the same period a year ago, Just Dial said in a regulatory filing.
RIL Rights Entitlement: An opportunity for retail shareholders and arbitragers
The overall risk profile to the trade is similar as was before which is exposure to Reliance Industries equity and its price movements.
Domestic aviation resumes: 532 flights operated, 39,231 passengers flown on Day 1
The first day was marred by cancellations, and customer complaints
40% travel, tourism firm staring at complete shutdown risk in next 3-6 months: Report
The report said that 81 percent travel and tourism companies have lost their revenue up to 100 percent while 15 percent of the companies have witnessed it slide up to 75 percent.
Rally likely in oil prices but upside may be capped on uncertain demand outlook
We expect Nymex Crude prices to face stiff resistance around $40-$42 per barrel. We expect prices to average near $28 per barrel during the year.
Chinese troops come inside Indian territory in eastern Ladakh: Report
India has conducted “mirror deployment” on its side to match moves made by the Chinese forces in eastern Ladakh, according to a report.
HomeCapital gets fresh funding from Varanium NexGen, others
Startup helps homebuyers with a down payment assistance programme
Chaotic Sunday forces customers, airlines to re-draw plans for flight resumption
Constant changes in schedules and confusion over protocol underline the chaos over resumption of flights on May 25
New Zealand's PM Ardern stays cool as earthquake strikes during live interview
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern was unflustered by an earthquake that struck the capital Wellington
Bata India Q4 net profit down 57% to Rs 38 crore
The company had posted a net profit of Rs 88.66 crore in January-March quarter a year ago, Bata India said in a BSE filing.
'Banking stocks to remain under pressure; ICICI, HDFC Bank & Axis top buys'
Going ahead investors are likely to remain watchful COVID-19 situation in the country, vaccines development, lockdown restrictions with changing economic policies, and crude oil prices movements.
As edible oils pact with Malaysia, Indonesia ends, India should now hike import duties: SEA
The Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) also urged the government to ban the import of refined palm oils or palmolien in order to encourage domestic production.
Coronavirus pandemic | 2,436 new COVID-19 cases in Maharashtra, count rises to 52,667; 60 more deaths
A total of 1,186 patients were discharged from hospitals after recovery, taking the total number of such cases to 15,786, a Health official said.
Coronavirus impact: IDFC First Bank senior management takes 10% pay cut; CEO 30%
The bank has also paid 100 percent variable pay to 78.2 percent of employees for the period pertaining to 2019-20 despite the arrival of the pandemic, IDFC First Bank said.
Prices of N-95 masks down by up to 47% after NPPA advisory
N-95 masks were earlier being sold in the market for Rs 150 to 300 per unit and after the advisory by the the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA), prices have been cut.
Buy Strides Pharma Science; target of Rs 421: ICICI Securities
ICICI Securities is bullish on Strides Pharma Science has recommended buy rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 421 in its research report dated May 21, 2020.
BSE, NSE shut today on account of Ramzan Id
On May 22, the Sensex ended 260.31 points lower or 0.84 percent at 30,672.59, while Nifty fell 67 points or 0.74 percent at 9,039.25.
Food prices go up in West Bengal due to Cyclone Amphan
The cyclone has hit supplies and prices of most vegetables have spurt by 20 to 30 percent and will soar further, vendors said.
South Korean cafe hires robot barista to help with social distancing
After managing to contain an outbreak of the new coronavirus which infected more than 11,000 people and killed 267, South Korea is slowly transitioning from intensive social distancing rules towards what the government calls
Pandemic has increased money anxiety. Therapists hope to cure that
Interest in financial therapy rose after the 2008 recession, as Americans confronted their fears about money. The field has become relevant again, professionals say
Current-gen Honda City to retain all features despite incoming next-gen sedan
The new Honda City, on the other hand, will get even more features including some tech that was not seen before in its segment.
Two months of lockdown: Sensex gains 15%, 45 BSE500 stocks rally over 50%
Among largecaps (BSE Sensex), M&M, Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, Sun Pharma, Hero MotoCorp and Bajaj Auto gained 32-58 percent, whereas only four stocks were in the red.
Tech revolution: Human touch will be irreplaceable in financial services
With the help of technology and greater access to content Indian financial markets are moving from a push market to a pull market.
If states want UP migrant workers back, they have to seek permission: CM Yogi Adityanath
As per feedback received from migrant workers who reached Uttar Pradesh, Adityanath said safeguarding their rights should get utmost attention and importance.
India user base grew 120%; focus on developing culturally relevant products: Snapchat
Snap Inc Managing Director (International Markets) Nana Murugesan said the company has been expanding its team in India
Who is Dominic Cummings - Boris Johnson's key aide grabbing news headlines in lockdown row?
Clamour seeking Cummings’ resignation as Johnson’s adviser has been growing after he took a 400 kilometre-journey during the lockdown.
Estonia sees 20%-drop in foreign tourists in Q1
As the effects of COVID-19 spread and related restrictions become visible in quarterly statistics, in the Estonian tourism industry a drop over 20% of foreign visitors in the first quarter of 2020 has been recorded in statistics from the Bank of Estonia as quoted by ERR.
Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon – embassy
Her death comes days after a rights group complained about the shelter she was in
Ministry discloses updated Egyptian petrochemicals plan 2020-2035
The Ministry of Petroleum disclosed on Monday the updated version of the National Plan for Petrochemical Industries taking place between 2020 and 2035.
Angel investors examine exit options in Egypt after end of holding period
While the majority of start-ups need angel investments to grow, such investors have to be acquainted with exit options.
How to build an emergency fund
The financial problems caused by the pandemic has made everyone realise the importance of maintaining an emergency fund
South African taxpayers to pay for ban on cigarettes and alcohol: expert
The South Africa Revenue Services (SARS) has predicted that it will lose around 15% to 20% of its tax revenue this year as a result of the nationwide Coivid-19 lockdown.
Tiger Brands faces R500 million-plus hit to profit because of lockdown
South African packaged goods group Tiger Brands says that the nine-week high level lockdown has cost it half a billion in profits, as the group faces procurement pressure, global supply chain issues and pricing regulation.
Gold – the solution to a $5,300,000,000,000 money printing problem
Defend your portfolio against inflation with gold.
New push to allow South Africans to access their retirement funds during coronavirus lockdown
Trade federation Cosatu has submitted an urgent request to Finance minister Tito Mboweni, to allow workers to access part of their retirement fund savings for coronavirus financial relief.
Cape Town based online retailer gets R100 million investment
Cape Town based e-commerce fashion retailer RunwaySale says it has received an investment of R100 million from international private equity firm, SPEAR Capital.
South Africa’s richest people recover some lockdown losses
South Africa’s richest people have seen their fortunes recover over the last month – but many are still worse off than before the global coronavirus pandemic hit home, forcing the country into a nine-week high level lockdown.
Rand slips on US-China tensions
South Africa’s economy was in bad shape before the COVID-19 pandemic struck, with repeated bailouts for ailing state firms like power utility Eskom and South African Airways a drain on public finances.
Zulu assures SA that R350 special COVID-19 grant will be paid this week
Unemployed South Africans are desperate for the money and the Department of Social Development seems to be struggling with the distribution of the fund.
Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline
The largest German corporate rescue since the coronavirus crisis struck will see the government get a 20% stake, which could rise to 25% plus one share in the event of a takeover attempt, as it seeks to protect thousands of jobs.
Germany's top court to rule on compensation for VW diesel cheating
In an early May hearing, judges at the Federal Court of Justice (BGH) said there was a chance for at least partial compensation for some VW buyers, saying they had indeed been harmed by purchasing a manipulated vehicle.
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Compared to hard-hit areas in Europe, the United States, Russia and Brazil, Japan has been spared the worst of the pandemic, with 16,581 cases in total and 830 deaths.
Over 200k workers could lose their jobs in WC due to COVID-19 - Treasury
The provincial Treasury Department head David Savage said of the over 200,000 job losses predicted, several came from the tourism industry.
Tiger Brands looking at 'significant' job losses as it counts cost of pandemic
Tiger Brands employs more than 11,200 people in South Africa, excluding seasonal staff, a company spokesperson said.
Rand steadies, stocks open lower
At 0710 GMT, the rand traded at 17.6050 per dollar, compared with its close of 17.5970 on Friday.
Chandigarh aims to plant 2.55L saplings in 2020-21
The 2019-20 Greening Chandigarh Action Plan had a target of plantation of 2.53 lakh trees. The forest department managed to achieve the surplus task by planting and distributing 2.80 lakh plants.
Ahmedabad accounts for 96% deaths in Guj
29 deaths in state as tally crosses 14k-mark on Sunday; 279 new cases reported in A’bad district on Sunday, taking tally so far to 10,280
Passenger air services to NE resume
GUWAHATI: Commercial passenger air services to the Northeast resumed along with rest of the country on Monday, with LGBI Airport here being gateway to the region, handling eight flights (arrivals and departures), official reports stated.However
Pomlum villagers devoid of ration cards, govt cash aid
SHILLONG: As is the case in most other Dorbars, Pomlum is no exception when to comes to receiving cash benefit for the registered daily wage earners. This suburban area, only about 10 km from here, is also devoid of the benefit of ration cards.With m
One-stop spot for fresh vegetables
SHILLONG: Defying the lockdown’s topsy-turvy effect on trade and commerce, the small vegetable growers from various hamlets around Upper Shillong area have created a makeshift market in downtown Shillong which is turning out to be one-stop spot for d
Shops to remain open till 6 pm from Wed
SHILLONG: The East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner has informed that the listed retail shops, ration shops and others will remain open in Shillong urban agglomeration from May 27 to 30 from 9 am to 6 pm.The number of selected shops has been substant
Responding to the Covid economy Part 1: Understanding supply and demand shocks — Ong Kian Ming
MAY 25 — It has been more than 2 months since the 18th of March 2020, which was the start of the movement control order (MCO) in Malaysia. The full extent of the negative economic impact domestically will not be known for a few months. But as we approach the 9th of June, 2020, and hopefully, the...
France has lowest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths since lockdown
PARIS, May 25 — French authorities reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths yesterday since before a lockdown began on March 17, raising hopes that the worst of the epidemic is over in France. The number of confirmed cases rose by 115 to 144,921, health ministry data...
If you invested R100 in these companies on 1 January 2020, here is how much you would have today
Sasfin Securities deputy chairman David Shapiro has revealed the biggest winners and losers on the JSE, NYSE, and the NASDAQ exchange this year.
China condemns US blacklisting dozens of its firms
China condemned the U.S. adding 33 Chinese entities to a trade blacklist, a move that risks potential retaliation from Beijing as tensions between the world’s two-biggest economies deteriorate further.
Industry insider reveals the true impact of the lockdown on the South African travel industry
An industry insider has provided real-world facts and figures on the impact of the extended lockdown on the South African travel and tourism industry.
iCE3 Exchange gets Callpay Instant Deposits
South African cryptocurrency exchange iCE3 has launched an additional integrated EFT payment gateway on its platform.
TAB to slash jobs
The sports betting agency the TAB is informing staff of job losses, after a proposal to cut hundreds of roles due to the Covid-19 downturn.
Stuff CEO buys company for $1
Stuff chief executive Sinead Boucher has purchased Stuff from its Australian owners Nine Entertainment for $1. The chief executive was returning...
Almost 90 jobs go from Invercargill licensing trust
Eighty-seven of ILT's 606 workforce will be made redundant after staff restructuring due to Covid-19 impacting the hospitality sector. ILT chief...
TAB makes more than 200 staff redundant
The TAB is informing staff of job losses today after a proposal to cut hundreds of roles due to the Covid-19 downturn.
France reports lowest daily rise since lockdown began
French authorities have reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths since before a lockdown began.
Chocolate company adapts to new normal
A restructure in the wake of Covid-19 has put Jim O’Malley back at the helm of Dunedin chocolate-maker Ocho. Before the outbreak, Ocho was...
H&J Smith looking to close stores
H&J Smith Group says it is considering closing stores in the South, affecting 175 staff, as it tries to secure its long-term future.
France reports lowest daily rise since lockdown began
French authorities have reported the smallest daily rise in new coronavirus cases and deaths since before a lockdown began.
Reliability of power supply questioned
The reliability of the two power lines bringing electricity to Wanaka from Cromwell is being questioned by Aurora Energy whistle-blower Richard...
Increased support payments for newly jobless people
The newly jobless due to the Covid-19 crisis will be able to get $490 a week tax-free for 12 weeks. The Government this morning announced the $570...
Starting small may lead students to bigger things
Learning how to build tiny houses could set up Dunedin trainee builders for bigger things. The Dunedin Training Centre will offer a new Level 3...
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas. The swarms are travelling farther and damaging trees as there are no standing crops for them to feed on, an official said.
Zimnat launches novel inflation linked funeral cover
HARARE-One of the oldest financial institutions in the country, Zimnat Life Assurance has launched an inflation linked funeral policy, Gadziriro/Lungiselelo ZWL$ Funeral Plan the first of its kind in Zimbabwe, which provides for regular review of covers and premiums on a regular basis.
Global shares rise on hopes for economies’ gradual reopening
TOKYO (AP) — Global shares rose Monday, with Europe tracking gains in Asia despite news that the German economy fell into recession in the first quarter of the year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Zimbabwe fuel crisis set to worsen
DESPERATE motorists are set to endure more anguish at fuel pumps, after authorities admitted at the weekend that they were struggling to get foreign currency to import petrol and diesel.
Global shares rise on hopes for economies’ gradual reopening
TOKYO (AP) — Global shares rose Monday, with Europe tracking gains in Asia despite news that the German economy fell into recession in the first quarter of the year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Covid-19 gulps EABL profits down by all of $28.7m
The brewer issued a profit warning following Covid-19 regulations to close bars.
Safaricom retains top position as the most valuable firm in the region
It has a market capitalisation of $9.96b, a net income of $598m and $10b worth of market value.
Barrick pays Tanzania initial $100 million after gold shipments resume
The government had imposed a ban during a tax dispute.
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow down
The country has been spared the worst of the pandemic.
Green shoots for drought-hit agricultural stocks
With many agricultural firms at multi-year highs it is easy to see why attention is on the sector. But investors must pragmatic about the cyclical challenges.
Western Areas storms Panoramic Resources recap
ASX-listed Western Areas has sent a reminder that it's not just private equity tyre-kickers that can use recapitalisations to nab strategic positions.
COVID-19: The Revival Must Start With Education By Seun Awogbenle
Technology must be at the heart of our new reforms, including improving access to the internet and ensuring that data is affordable for the greatest number of our population. One of the numerous impact of COVID-19 is that all over the world, teaching and learning won’t remain the same and Nigeria cannot afford to be left behind.
Here are the key challenges and scary facts confronting young people
Without a doubt, there will be more over-qualified job seekers and graduates going after fewer available job vacancies due mainly to automation and ageing population. As a result, more young people especially will increasingly be forced into spending more time in higher education.
Alireza Kohany Suggest 5 Things You Can Do Right Now to Prepare for the Post-Coronavirus Business World
Is your business ready for the five largest macro-trends we are about to see? Alireza Kohany explains...
EUR/USD Price Analysis: Peeps above 1.09, but range play continues
EUR/USD is looking to begin the week on a positive note. The pair is currently trading at 1.0905, representing marginal gains on the day. However, des
Japan Economy Minister Nishimura: State of emergency no longer needed in any region of country
As noted, Japan is seeking to end its state of emergency this week and in recent headlines, Japan Economy Minister Nishimura is on the verge of making
Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD mildly heavy below $1,750, looks to US-China tension for clues
Gold prices drop to $1,731, print 0.20% loss, intraday low of $1,730.37, by the press time of Tokyo open on Monday.
US unemployment rate could rise to above 25% - Goldman Sachs
Analysts at Goldman Sachs now estimate the US unemployment rate could rise to above 25%. The jobless rate was previously forecasted to peak at 25%. Th
Grocery prices start to soar
Experts have attributed this trend to the disruption in production and distribution during the lockdown. They also suggest that prices may continue to fluctuate in coming weeks, with no clarity on how the lockdown will be monitored in the days to come.
On its deathbed, tourism needs local touch to revive
As industry has no way to revive itself, state govt thinks of concepts that can make it get going As most sectors resume businesses following the easing of lockdown, tourism and hospitality sector is .
Aston Martin's chief to leave as a part of shake-up
GAYDON, England: Aston Martin Chief Executive Andy Palmer is leaving the business as part of a management shake-up and will be replaced by Tobias ...
Nordic investors turn up heat on coal in climate campaign
Nordic investors turn up heat on coal in climate campaign
Dollar holds advantage as Hong Kong tensions test risk-wary investors
Dollar holds advantage as Hong Kong tensions test risk-wary investors
NASDAQ Awaits Other Indices To Follow Its Lead; V-Recovery In Place (For Now)
Stocks Analysis by Declan Fallon covering: S&P 500, US SmallCap 2000, iShares Russell 2000 ETF, NASDAQ Composite. Read Declan Fallon's latest article on Investing.com
EU must present united front to shield pandemic-hit banks: regulator
EU must present united front to shield pandemic-hit banks: regulator
Still A Lot of Value in Corporate Bond Market
Bonds Analysis by Brian Gilmartin covering: General Motors Company, iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF, Crude Oil WTI Futures, SPDR® S&P Biotech ETF. Read Brian Gilmartin's latest article on Investing.c
Forex - Dollar Drifts Higher in Thin Trade as Hong Kong Flares up Again
Forex - Dollar Drifts Higher in Thin Trade as Hong Kong Flares up Again
Top 5 Things to Know in the Market on Monday, May 25th
Top 5 Things to Know in the Market on Monday, May 25th
Canada's banks to cement status as solid investments in a crisis
Canada's banks to cement status as solid investments in a crisis
Hong Kong And Chinese Markets Face Economic, Political, Technical Headwinds
Stocks Analysis by Candy Matheson covering: Hang Seng, Shanghai Composite. Read Candy Matheson's latest article on Investing.com
Earnings Estimates Decline Further, Pushing Stock Market Valuations Even Higher
Stocks Analysis by Michael Kramer covering: S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, SPDR S&P 500, Apple Inc. Read Michael Kramer's latest article on Investing.com
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in first quarter
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in first quarter
Walmart's Mexico unit pays scaled-down tax of $358 million after government talks
Walmart's Mexico unit pays scaled-down tax of $358 million after government talks
EU eyes first face-to-face summit in months to haggle over budget
EU eyes first face-to-face summit in months to haggle over budget
3 Reasons Bitcoin Will Ultimately Break Out To The Upside
Market Analysis by Andy Hecht covering: BTC/USD, Bitcoin Futures CME. Read Andy Hecht's Market Analysis on Investing.com
Australia gives companies a six-month break from earnings forecasts
Australia gives companies a six-month break from earnings forecasts
Brazil still plans to privatize 43 airports through 2022: minister
Brazil still plans to privatize 43 airports through 2022: minister
Gold Down Over Escalating U.S.-China Tensions
Gold Down Over Escalating U.S.-China Tensions
Gold Trading Along Last Week’s Lows
Commodities Analysis by Sunshine Profits (Paul Rejczak) covering: XAU/USD, XAG/USD, Gold Futures, Silver Futures. Read Sunshine Profits (Paul Rejczak)'s latest article on Investing.com
3 Reasons Bitcoin Will Ultimately Break Out To The Upside
Market Analysis by Andy Hecht covering: BTC/USD, Bitcoin Futures CME. Read Andy Hecht's Market Analysis on Investing.com
Mexican auto industry groups urge Puebla state to allow operations to restart
Mexican auto industry groups urge Puebla state to allow operations to restart
Merkel's conservatives want stimulus package to include tax relief: document
Merkel's conservatives want stimulus package to include tax relief: document
Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline
Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline
Bank of Canada head: inflation could return to target more slowly
Bank of Canada head: inflation could return to target more slowly
What Do The Latest PMI Surveys Suggest About The State Of The Economy?
Is the economy contracting at a slower pace than in April? Is more coronavirus relief on the way for Europe? The latest on equity market performance.
All About The Bitcoin Halving
Bitcoin just underwent a halving, the third in the cryptocurrency's history, on March 11. Every transaction in the entire history of Bitcoin is recorded on ever
AFP has issued the United States with 98 telco data requests since 2014 | ZDNet
The Australian Federal Police said an updated regime to request communications data from overseas would be more heavily utilised.
Challengers beat incumbents on account opening experience
Many of the UK's leading high street banks have fallen behind their upstart digital rivals when it comes to making it easy and fast to open an account, suggests a review of 12 players' user experience.
Stimulus Checks Waiting For People With Little Income And No Income
People who have no income at all are eligible to get stimulus checks. People with low income are eligible to get stimulus checks. Homeless people are eligible to get stimulus checks. And, yes, people who aren’t legally required to file federal taxes can get a $1,200 stimulus check.
Stock Market Boost: Unemployment Outlook Shifts To Positive
The unemployment trend, no longer rising, now looks ready to decline
Pandemic Receding, Investors Review The Fallout
But if we are dealing with this come July, markets are going to reassess big time.
Southern Company: Still A Stock To Own?
In March 2008, Southern Company announced construction of new nuclear reactors. A dozen years later, Southern’s pair of 1.1 gigawatt capacity reactors are still under construction. And the company’s projected startup date has slid from 2016 to 2022.
Who Wins In Recessions? The Rich And The Lucky
While virtually everyone else has been struggling through the COVID-19 recession, billionaires added more than $400 billion to their wealth.
Is It The Right Time To Buy Raytheon Technologies After A 55% Fall In 2020?
Raytheon Technologies, best known for its missiles and other aerospace and defense products, has seen its stock fall more than 50% year-to-date, as the coronavirus pandemic is expected to have a significant impact on its aerospace business. Raytheon’s stock also remains down by about 45% from...
Survey: 44% Of Nonprofits Anticipate Further Staff Cuts Due To Coronavirus
A new survey of more than 750 nonprofits around the U. S. finds that 18% of nonprofit staff has been furloughed or laid off already — and 44% of respondents anticipate even more layoffs to come.
Cree Stock Headed Below $35?
Due to the spread of the novel Coronavirus that has rattled the stock markets and the broader economy, at the current price of $50 per share, we believe Cree stock (NASDAQ: CREE) could see significant downside if there are no signs of abatement of the crisis by June 2020...
Retail Today: How The Great Toilet Paper Scare–And More Ordinary Factors–Are Affecting Luxury Product Showrooms And Sales
How independent luxury products retailers are doing, and what's next on the horizon: A visit with the executive director of Luxury Products Group, a buying group and multi-faceted business-improvement resource for independent bath, kitchen and lighting showrooms, Jeff MacDowell.
Finances And Coronavirus: Threats And Opportunities In Lockdown Era
The financial impact of coronavirus will be felt far and wide - but while it is painful for some, it is delivering surprising benefits for others, at least in the short term
Newmont Stock Has Doubled. Is It Still A Buy?
Despite the bear market brought on by the coronavirus, close to 4% of all U. S. stocks with a current market value of $500 million or more have doubled in the past year, including the largest U.S.-based gold mining stock. Too late to buy?
Oil Has Recovered From Record Lows But $40 Prices Unlikely Before Q3 2020
Market has recovered from record lows but a clear cut pathway for a sustained rally isn’t here yet.
Staying Connected - With Bars And Restaurants Locked Down, Can Innovation Sustain Drinks And Food Sector Entrepreneurs?
U.K. Bars and restaurants remain in lockdown, a situation that also affects food and drinks suppliers. Rum entrepreneur, George Frost says innovation, flexibility and a willingness to help out partners are vital at this time.
Coinbase Investor And Reddit Cofounder Sees A New Bitcoin And Crypto ‘Spring’
Reddit co-founder and early investor in major U.S. bitcoin and crypto exchange Coinbase, Alexis Ohanian, has said he sees the green shoots of a new bitcoin and "crypto spring"...
Strategies To Hire The Right Person—Virtually
Virtual hiring is here to stay. Here’s how to make it work for you.
Amazon Launches Food Delivery Service With “Amazon Food” In India
Amazon is starting to offer online food delivery, which is called Amazon Food, in Bengaluru.
China’s E-Commerce Players Post Strong Quarterly Results Despite Covid-19
China’s three largest e-commerce platforms Alibaba ($BABA), JD.com ($JD) and Pinduoduo ($PDD) have all released their earning results for the first quarter this year, and it’s worth taking a minute to review the numbers.
Consumer Spending And Demand Has Changed Due To The Pandemic
The Commerce Department says GDP shrank by 4.8% in the first quarter of 2020 – the worst decline since 2009. However, business owners can take advantage of massive shifts in demand and behavior to serve new customers.
Coronavirus Losses: Arizona Nonprofits Assess ‘Tip Of The Iceberg’
Coronavirus-related shutdowns have cost Arizona’s nonprofits more than $800,000 worth of volunteer hours, and counting, according to a survey by the Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits.
Growth Of Million-Dollar, One-Person Businesses Accelerates
US Census statistics show that a growing number of solopreneurs and business partnerships broke seven figures in 2018.
How To Sustain And Strengthen Company Culture Through The Coronavirus Pandemic
Shape, cement and leverage company culture through difficult times.
What A Trans-Tasman ‘Bubble’ Could Look Like For Australia And New Zealand
As New Zealand continues its efforts to eradicate Covid-19 and move closer to alert level 1, Australia and other Pacific island nations are being considered for a Trans-Tasman travel "bubble." Here's what that might look like.
History Repeats As Brazil Delivers Another Iron Ore Boom
Brazil’s worsening Covid-19 crisis is making waves in the commodities world with reduced iron ore shipments from the South American country lifting the price of the steel-making material by 30% to almost $100 a ton.
China Will Use Its Digital Currency To Compete With The USD
Digitization of currency is inevitable — it is whether or not it is cryptocurrency that prevails that will determine whether that will be at the hands of nation-states battling with one another, or a set of independent peers cooperating with one another.
Economist Brian Easton says the media treat budgets as bit of a circus: lots of theatre and soon forgotten. For a serious economist they show how the official team of economists is thinking about the wider economy
Economist Brian Easton says the media treat budgets as bit of a circus: lots of theatre and soon forgotten. For a serious economist they show how the official team of economists is thinking about the wider economy
The removal of LVR restrictions on new mortgage lending probably won't be much help to first home buyers in high priced areas like Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Wellington and Nelson
The removal of LVR restrictions on new mortgage lending probably won't be much help to first home buyers in high priced areas like Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Wellington and Nelson
Facebook shareholders urged to rebel against Zuckerberg
Facebook shareholders have been urged to pressure the company to remove Mark Zuckerberg as chairman.
What kind of workplace ally are you?
A workplace ally is someone who is not a member of an under-represented group but who takes action to support one or many such groups.
Australian dollar to the moon as freedom dies
See the latest Australian dollar analysis here:
COVID-19: International Chamber of Commerce passes landmark AOKpass declaration to protect health data in an era of invasive COVID-10 tracking apps
The International Chamber of Commerce recently presented its AOKpass declaration to safeguard health data in the context of privacy and data security issues with the current crop of COVID-19 tracking apps.
Minecraft has been sold over 200 million times; Mojang rebrands and announces new projects
Microsoft has confirmed that Minecraft has been sold over 200 million times, almost six years after purchasing the rights to the game. The studio behind the game, Mojang AB, has been given a rebrand too and has announced work on new projects.
Parliament committee wants TTCL audited over unclear debts
The Parliamentary Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has called for a thorough management audit of the Tanzania Telecommunications Company Limited (TTCL) to establish areas of reform that would improve
African court suspends cases until August
The African Court on Human and Peo-ple’s Rights (AfCHPR) has suspended hearing of some cases until August due to the impact of the global Covid-19 pandemic.
Safaricom retains top position as East Africa's most valuable firm
Kenya’s listed telco Safaricom topped the region as the largest company by market capitalisation and net earnings yet again this year, even as the Covid-19 pandemic hit listed firms, wiping out
Tanzania finally allows export of mineral concentrates
The government has issued an export permit for all the 277 containers full of gold and copper concentrates which had been held in Dar es Salaam since 2017.
Hong Kong shares ease on China-U.S. rift, dollar firms
Hong Kong shares extended losses and a gauge of Asian stocks was largely subdued on Monday, after China's move to impose a new security law on Hong Kong heightened concerns about the future stability of the city and global trade prospects. Hong Kong's HSI index fell 0.4% after sinking 5.5% on
Stuff bought by its CEO, MediaWorks announces mass layoffs in historic day for NZ media
Duncan Greive assesses an extraordinary morning for New Zealand’s media. In the space of a tumultuous half hour New Zealand’s media landscape has been utterly transformed, with Stuff CEO Sinead Boucher completing an audacious management buyout from its Australian owners Nine, while hundreds of st
ARA: ‘Retailers Need More Flexible Trading Hours’
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) is calling for greater flexibility when it comes to trading hours and penalty rates, in order to support the retail sector as it begins to recover from the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Citi Analysts: ‘Target-To-Kmart Conversion Set To Boost Sales
Citi analysts expect that Wesfarmers’ move to close unprofitable Target stores and convert other Target locations to Kmart stores will help to boost the group’s earnings. As such, Citi has raised its price target on Wesfarmers by nearly 20%.
Facebook shareholders urged to rebel against Zuckerberg
Facebook shareholders have been urged to pressure the company to remove Mark Zuckerberg as chairman.
CEO buys struggling New Zealand media company for $1
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — One of New Zealand’s largest media organizations will be sold for a single dollar to its chief executive, the owners announced Monday.
Just Dial Q4 net profit rises 21.6 pc to Rs 76.1 cr
Digital directory firm Just Dial on Monday posted a 21.6 per cent increase in consolidated profit to Rs 76.1 crore for the March 2020 quarter.
Youth wing of church distribute groceries to needy in Hyderabad
The youths of the Bethel Marthoma Syrian Church, Neredmet distributed grocery kits to the residents of Vinayak Nagar.
Kothakota weavers cry for govt support
Lack of govt support, resources, rising costs of raw material, infrastructural limitations some of reasons for the present condition of weavers.
Hyderabad firm launches advanced version of e-procurement tool
Hyderabad-based Acads360 India has unveiled the advanced version of its e-procurement tool, PRM360 -the Covid-19 management solution, to address the procurement challenges confronted by manufacturing sector.
Bharti Telecom to sell $1 bn stake in Airtel
Bharti Telecom is selling upto $1 billion of its shares in Bharti Airtel through a secondary market block deal on Tuesday.
Michael Terpin Patiently Waited For A Teen To Turn 18 To Sue Him
As indicated by The New York Post, popular crypto investor Michael Terpin purposely held up until the teenager who took nearly $24 million of digital currency by means of a SIM-Swapping turns 18 so as to indict him. Terpin, who lodged a suit against Pinsky earlier this month, claims that…
Minnow party's leader against bailing out SOEs
THE president of the Christian Democratic Voice, which secured one seat in the National Assembly in last year's election, says he has a problem with loss-making state-owned enterprises which are
High school yearbook staff shifts from prom to pandemic
When spring break started back in early March, the Moorhead High School yearbook staff was preparing to document a hectic spring of sports, concerts, prom and graduation. But COVID-19 canceled all tho
Alabama unemployment system glitches cause claims issue
Some Alabama residents spent the holiday weekend struggling to claim their weekly unemployment benefits.
Want a greener recovery? Here are three ways to do it
As policymakers search for ways to jumpstart an economic recovery, several members of Congress are renewing a push for a massive green stimulus package.
Health group, community center get $48M endowments in Maine
A health group and community center will receive a combined $48 million in endowments to grow services for central Maine.
Military continues to boost Hawaii economy during virus
U.S. military spending continues to be a pillar of Hawaii's economy as the Department of Defense has so far proved resistant to the financial impact of the coronavirus.
This Week: New home sales, US GDP, consumer spending
A look at some of the key business events and economic indicators upcoming this week:
Global shares rise on hopes for economies' gradual reopening
Global shares rose Monday, with Europe tracking gains in Asia despite news that the German economy fell into recession in the first quarter of the year amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Some visit Mississippi attractions as COVID-19 rules ease
With water parks and amusement parks reopen in Mississippi, visitors at one Gulf Coast attraction said they believed they were safe from coronavirus infection.
Air Canada to increase service to 97 destinations this summer
The figure is less than half the number of destinations the carrier served last summer…
Delta to provide passengers with hygiene kits
The complimentary “care kits” consist of a face mask, sanitiser gel pouches and an information card…
Tata Motors' JLR seeks COVID-19 support package in UK: Reports
Tata Motors owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is said to be in talks with the UK government for an estimated one-billion pounds support package to tide through the coronavirus pandemic, according to British media reports.
Global shares rise on hopes for economies’ gradual reopening
TOKYO (AP) — Global shares rose Monday, with Europe tracking gains in Asia despite news that the German economy fell into recession in the first quarter of the year amid...
AU Day: Coronavirus has underscored the need for global assistance to African countries – MFA
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has reiterated the need for global aid to third world countries – mostly on the African continent, in the wake of the deadly coronavirus.
Government committed to end double track – Education Minister
Government is determined to phase out the double track system next academic year if all contractors handling emergency infrastructural projects in various senior high schools (SHSs) in the country work according to plan.
Prison officers, others defy ban on social gathering
Two prison officers were spotted consuming alcohol Sunday night at Koforidua the Eastern Regional capital with dozens of others in blatant disregard to the ban on public gathering and closure of drinking spots.
Coronavirus has exposed Africa’s economic paradigm – Mahama
John Dramani Mahama says the novel Coronavirus pandemic has exposed the weaknesses in the economic paradigm of African countries.
Top 10 biz headlines: Slowdown blues, coronavirus lockdown impact, and more
Here are the top 10 headlines on Monday morning
Small-Cap Crypto Assets Are Outperforming Bitcoin: Here’s Why This Will End Soon
Over the past few weeks, small-cap crypto assets — altcoins — have been outperforming the market leader in Bitcoin. But there are clear technical and
4 More Oil Stocks That Could Go Bankrupt in 2020
These oil companies are on a slippery slope.
China's Great Wall expects mild domestic auto sales growth in H2
BEIJING — Great Wall Motor expects China’s overall auto sales in the second half this year to return to the same level as last year, its president said, as the world’s biggest auto market recovers from a coronavirus-driven low.
Japan looking to end Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 bln stimulus
TOKYO — Japan is looking to lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and remaining areas still facing restrictions while also considering fresh stimulus worth almost $1 trillion to help companies ride out the coronavirus pandemic, Nikkei reported on Monday.
Brands, local and global, get vocal about their Indian roots
According to senior people in several companies The Indian Express spoke with soon after the Prime Minister said that every Indian “has to become vocal for their local, not only to buy local products, but also to promote them proudly”, C-level executives scrambled to come up with a plan to get the brand’s messaging across.
Last 10 days, positivity curve begins to steepen
The latest trends come as India ramps up testing from under 30,000 daily in mid-April to over 1 lakh tests now. More than 6000 new cases have been reported for the last four days in a row.
Covid wake-up call: Health infrastructure only 1 per cent of Smart City projects
These 69 projects, located in 55 of the 100 smart cities being developed, will cost an estimated Rs 2112.06 crore — about 1 per cent of the total Mission investment of Rs 205,018 crore.
Household fragility points to post-COVID pain
New data suggesting two in five households have a buffer of less than one month’s pay if they lose their jobs adds to calls for the government to keep stimulus measures in place.
Two more resource sector raisings out of Canaccord
It's a busy morning for small and microcap resources investors.
USD/CNH Price Analysis: Symmetrical triangle breakout on daily chart
USD/CNH gained ground on Friday as the escalating US-China tensions over Hong Kong weighed over the offshore Yuan. The pair closed at 7.1452, confirmi
AUD/USD snaps two-day losing streak to extend recovery above 0.6500
AUD/USD remains modestly positive around 0.6540/45, up 0.11% on a day, amid the Asian session on Monday. Although the US-China tension keeps Aussie bu
USD/JPY: Off intraday top, still above 107.00, as trade sentiment dwindles
USD/JPY retreats from the intraday high near 107.80 to 107.65 amid the early trading session on Monday. Although news of Japan’s likely removes of sta
AUD/JPY erases gains on lingering US-China tensions
The early risk-on tilt seen in the financial markets has faded, as evidenced by AUD/JPY's pullback from the session high of 70.58 to 70.30. The JPY cr
Oil firms set price hike whopper: P2.30 per liter of diesel
Pump prices could go up this week by as much as P2.30 per liter effective Tuesday to reflect the movement of oil prices in the world market.
COVID-19 Impact: Transfer outstanding crop loans to govt account, says Maharashtra to banks
A government resolution (GR) dated 22 May instructed banks to show the current outstanding loan of farmers as the dues of the state government.
As lockdown clears the air, Cairo looks to keep pollution low
By Menna A. FaroukCAIRO, May 25 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – It is a Thursday evening in downtown Cairo, usually a crowded and noisy time as the weekend gets underway.
The federal government's $60 billion in JobKeeper savings could be used to prop up vulnerable sectors like tourism – but casuals and visa workers will again miss out
Having discovered an accounting error $60 billion in its favour, the Morrison government is ready to go spending.
An Analysis Of Dropbox And Box For The Work-From-Home Era
Box revenues are growing but growth is slowing. R&D could improve the current offering. Quarterly earnings give hope there are still near-term headwinds. Dropbo
GoI extends validity of vehicle documents till July 31
NEW DELHI: The Government on Sunday said it has extended the validity of various motor vehicles related documents till July 31. No additional or late fee will be charged for delays in validation of documents pending from February 1, it said. “In order to facilitate citizens during COVID–19, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MORTH) […]
Reliance launches JioMart online grocery service, challenging Amazon and Flipkart
Reliance has launched an online grocery service, JioMart, in a move aimed at rivaling Amazon's local unit and Walmart's Flipkart in India.
The Signal That Preceded Bitcoin’s Drop to $3k in 2018 Is About to Flash Again
Just a week ago, Bitcoin was trading just dollars shy from $10,000. But after rumors (since disproven) spread about Satoshi Nakamoto selling his stash of BTC, t
Pros and cons of investing in NPS for retirement saving
National Pension System is an investment product to save for retirement. However, among millennials, very few like to invest in such a product with a long lock-in period but this pension scheme has everything an investor looks for in a retirement plan.
Current equity losses underline why planned exit from investment is important
In investing, the level at which you invest is just as important as the value when you exit.
New rules of personal finance: How COVID has changed income, spending, saving, investing
In the new world, across segments, income has vanished, reduced or has settled at a new low. The risk to income means families have learned to cut back on spending. Saving and investing are in the background as activities that represent a forgotten luxury.
China's Great Wall expects mild domestic auto sales growth in second half
BEIJING (Reuters) - Great Wall Motor (601633.SS) expects China’s overall auto sales in the second half this year to return to the same level as last year, its president said, as the world’s biggest auto market recovers from a coronavirus-driven low.
India may register recession in third quarter of this fiscal: Report
The Indian economy is likely to slip into recession in the third quarter of this fiscal as loss in income and jobs and cautiousness among consumers will delay recovery in consumer demand even after the pandemic, says a report.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath sets up commission for skill-mapping, job creation
The Uttar Pradesh government will form a commission for skill mapping of all its workers; whether local or migrant, returning to their homes in Uttar Pradesh. This announcement was made by UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during a live address through a portal.
Wholesale vegetable prices fall sharply by up to 60% during lockdown
Wholesale prices of tomato, onion and other key seasonal vegetables have declined sharply by up to 60 per cent across the country, mainly due to higher production, compression of demand and market disruption amid COVID-19 crisis.
Cancellations spike, bookings drop as states limit air operations
A massive spike in ticket cancellations, along with a drop in bookings, was reported by the aviation industry for Monday’s flights as several states moved to limit air operations.
Belarus' Lukashenko Intends to Discuss Missile Construction with China's Xi Jinping
In September 2019, the president of Belarus stated that he would take steps towards cooperating with his Ukrainian counterpart Vladimir Zelensky in order for Minsk to...
Tax opportunities and tax risk management strategies during a crisis
QUESTION: I have had to furlough most of my staff as my business has had very little turnover over the last two months.
Algorithmic selling risk of your money
OVER my last 32 years, I have seen many a ‘latest fashion’ encourage investors to run toward emptying their bank accounts.
For hard-pressed savers, it's like setting your banknotes alight . . .
Do you know the difference between saving and investing? One means you are probably losing money, the other means you could be gaining.
[ANALYSIS] Why make the poor pay for the coronavirus response?
'It’s all a bizarre repeat of TRAIN where the poor are made to pay more so the rich can pay less. This time around, amid the COVID-19 crisis, the rich will benefit from the biggest corporate tax break in Philippine history.'
Singapore Airlines reinforces commitment to NZ during COVID-19 crisis
The airline is swapping passengers for cargo.
Economists See China Holding Stimulus in Check Amid Uncertainty
(Bloomberg) — Economists broke down China’s annual policy-document dump and concluded that Beijing is holding stimulus measures in reserve in case the global impact of the coronavirus pandemic worsens significantly.
Reliance’s JioMart live across India: Important details about the Amazon, Flipkart’s rival
Currently, JioMart is available as a web version but the mobile version is expected to be available very soon. No official words from Reliance as of yet. Reliance has officially launched JioMart in the country across almost all regions.
Refunds likely to bury retail boost from pent-up demand
For shell-shocked consumers, mass job losses and emptier social calendars mean cash will prove more alluring than unused purchases.
Alibaba Drops After Projecting Slowing Growth in Uncertain Times
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. slid after projecting revenue growth will slow this year, reflecting post-Covid 19 economic uncertainty at home as well as the potential for U.S.-Chinese tensions to disrupt its business.
Shareholders set agenda for new SEC management
SHAREHOLDERS in the nation’s capital market have placed the 10-year Capital Market Master Plan, CMMP, on the front b
COVID-19 raises posers over business interruption underwriting
FOLLOWING the lockdown across the country on the backdrop of the coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic which crippled econo
State Governments face unprecedented financial crisis
The report stated as follows: “the states were expecting to share N3.3 trillion from the Federation Account during the year, they
Australia's exports fell 12% in April
The value of both Australian exports and imports decreased in April 2020 although demand for resource commodities remained strong, according to the la
Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD down by $6 in Asia, weekly chart shows bullish trend exhaustion
Gold, a safe-haven asset, is flashing red at press time even though the growth-linked currencies like the Aussie dollar are struggling to gain altitud
ASX 200 Index: Australian shares start out the week 1.5% higher
Australian shares have started the week on the front foot, despite the growing concerns over the US and Chinese relations. Instead, markets are gearin
Top German court to rule on VW 'Dieselgate' compensation
Almost five years after Volkswagen's admission to cheating on emissions tests involving millions of diesel engined cars, a top German court will on Monday finally rule in a battle over compensation for tens of thousands of affected owners.
Railways Not Providing Details About Movement Of Shramik Trains: Odisha
The Odisha government on Sunday expressed concern over not being given prior information about the movement of Shramik Special trains to the state from outside, saying it creates problems in making arrangements for the returnees.
Atlassian has released its COVID-19 survey to the public, as it encourages other organisations to use surveys to find how workers are coping with the pandemic
Software giant Atlassian has been using an internal survey tool to help determine how employees have been feeling as they work from home during the coronavirus pandemic. The survey has helped the company see what its workers need and what it can do to support them.
This Australian founder made $25 million from the COVID-19 pandemic
Jeromy Wells, the chief executive and founder of listed cloud communication platform and workflow software company Whispir, denies COVID-19 is the best thing that has ever happened to him.
Germany's top court to rule on compensation for Volkwagen 'Dieselgate' scandal
Almost five years after Volkswagen's admission to cheating on regulatory emissions tests involving millions of cars, Germany's top court will on Monday finally rule in a battle over compensation for…
RBA to update transaction processing and settlement system for new payment streams | ZDNet
The Reserve Bank wants to be able to manage transactions for settlement in various domestic payment streams such as the New Payments Platform.
Crowdfunding projects help virus-hit businesses in Japan
Fundraisers in crowdfunding plans often provide donors with meal discount tickets and premium accommodation vouchers.
Andrew Liveras doesn’t know what he’s up against
He’s getting some nice press though:
Why markets don’t care about Hong Kong
Via the excellent Damien Boey at Credit suisse:
Australia’s international trade took a dive in April
The ABS has released preliminary international trade data for April, which has registered solid falls in both imports and exports:
Delhi's First Departure is to Pune, Mumbai's to Patna as Domestic Flight Ops Resume After 2 Months
Both the flights were operated by IndiGo. While the Delhi-Pune flight departed at 4.45 AM, the Mumbai-Patna flight took off at 6.45 AM today.
Smartphones: the perfect gateway into the trading world [Sponsored]
It used to be the preserve of the financial expert or city worker, but trading in stocks and shares has recently become accessible to...
DPIIT to seek nod for startup credit scheme, seed fund
Since the launch of the Startup India initiative on January 16, 2016, the DPIIT has recognised 28,979 startups as of March 1, 2020. Of these, 27,137 startups employed around 337,000 people.
COVID-19: India Now Has 968 Dedicated Hospitals With Over 2,50,000 Beds
India now makes sufficient number of N95 masks and PPE through the domestic manufacturing sector.
Coronavirus lockdown: Lessons from 18-century Rajput states about helping distressed citizens
Rulers exempted subjects from paying taxes, funded public workers, offered agricultural loans and instructed moneylender to refrain from calling in loans.
Mumbai airport commences operations after two months; first flight departs for Pune
Domestic flights resume operations after 2 months: The first flight departed from Mumbai airport to Patna at 6:45 AM today. The first arrival flight to Mumbai departed from Lucknow at 8:20 AM. Both flights will be operated by IndiGo
How AI is helping companies keep industrial workers safe amid coronavirus
Coronavirus impact: Using existing infrastructure in factories such CCTV cameras and employee ID chips, 'Industy.AI' has come up with new solutions to address social distancing concerns and smart monitoring of employees on shop floors
UK's Sunak authorises bailout to rescue strategically important companies
Under the plan, which is named "Project Birch", the finance minister has raised the UK Treasury's capacity to handle bespoke bailouts of "viable" companies which have exhausted all options
UAE Exchange Centre starts refunding customers - but many still wait for their money
Many transactions had been delayed for two months as company seeks a way out
Council urges all planning decisions be removed from its power
Georges River wants to stop developers and real estate agents from running for council in NSW.
Mexican auto industry groups urge Puebla state to allow operations to restart
MEXICO CITY — Mexican auto industry groups on Sunday urged the governor of the state of Puebla to allow a gradual restart of operations after economic activity was curbed to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Japan to end Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 bln stimulus
TOKYO — Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and remaining areas still facing restrictions on Monday, while the Nikkei reported a plan for new stimulus worth almost $1 trillion to help companies ride out the coronavirus pandemic.
Time has come to merge income support schemes with MGNREGA
The legal framework of the MGNREGA scheme does allow this on farms owned by people of SC/ST communities, and on the lands of marginal farmers.
Oil falls as US-China tensions take toll
Oil prices have risen sharply in recent weeks as an easing of coronavirus restrictions has led to increased demand, but the tensions between the United States and China are beginning to weigh on sentiment.
IIT-Bhubaneswar develops technology to conduct online exams
The system uses a virtual examination hall, actual invigilators, question paper distribution online and submission/reception of soft copies of answer books which may be printed, if needed
Japan to end Tokyo's state of emergency
TOKYO, May 25 — Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and remaining areas still facing restrictions today, while the Nikkei reported a plan for new stimulus worth almost US$1 trillion (RM4.36 trillion) to help companies ride out the coronavirus pandemic. Social distancing curbs were...
Will The Pandemic Mean Less Age Discrimination For Boomers?
An anonymous reader quotes Psychology Today's "Boomer's 3.0" blog: More and more companies, especially those in the tech sector, are wisely concluding that the physical infrastructure constructed to put employees together in a building is largely inefficient if not unnecessary. Beyond the potential...
Only technology exports can secure Australia’s future
Australia finds itself at a historically significant moment. But continued heavy dependence on the export of raw materials to one significant buyer poses an existential risk to our lifestyle.
Japan ends state of emergency, eyes fresh $1.5trn stimulus
Japan's economy minister said the government had received approval from key advisers to remove the state of emergency for Tokyo and all remaining regions.
Senior markets operative jumps ship to MST Financial
Gerard Satur's MST Financial has made another high-profile hire.
AUD/USD Price Analysis: Upper end of the contracting triangle caps gains
The AUD/USD pair is currently trading largely unchanged on the day at 0.6530, having faced rejection at 0.6550 during the early Asian trading hours. T
WH Adviser O’Brien: US will likely impose economic sanctions on Hong Kong and China if …
Speaking on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sunday, White House National Security Adviser Robert O'Brien said, “the US will likely impose economic sanctions
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after new cases slowed to a crawl.
Reliance Industries launches JioMart service across cities, offers discounts: Here's how to buy groceries, place an order
Customers can now log on to the newly-launched website jiomart.com to place an order
Delhi-Pune, Mumbai-Patna, Ahmedabad-Delhi among first flights to take off as domestic air services resume after two months
Indian skies will open up for domestic passenger services from Monday after a gap of two months, with Delhi-Pune and Mumbai-Patna flights being among the first to take off, aviation industry sources said
Stock, Forex, Commodity, Currency Markets Shut For Ramzan
The domestic financial markets - including equity, debt and currency segments - are shut on Monday, May 25 for Id-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan).
Campari: Stock Is Too Expensive As Restaurants Remain Closed
First impact from COVID-19 could be seen in Q1 results, where profit halved compared with the same period last year. Further drop in sales and profit is expecte
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Rest of World News: Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after
Kyoto hotels hit by 89% slump in foreign stays as pandemic takes toll
Visitors from East Asia, where the virus took hold from the start of the year, plummeted even further.
Nissan-Renault-Mitsubishi ties more crucial than ever as pandemic rocks carmakers
Revising their strategies this week, the firms will at least have the opportunity to show progress in moving beyond last year’s management paralysis.
Fiji Airways terminate 775 staff: 'Devastating' airline sackings highlight the need for travel bubble
Fiji Airways' decision to let go nearly 800 staff due to the Covid-19 pandemic highlights the importance of establishing a Pacific "travel bubble" as soon as possible, an aviation expert says.
Council urges all planning decisions be removed from its power
Georges River wants to stop developers and real estate agents from running for council in NSW.
Another Digital Bank to Launch in the Philippines, as Government Aims to Offer Virtual Banking Services to Filipinos Working Abroad
An increasing number of transactions are being conducted online by the residents of the Philippines due to COVID-19. The nation’s government has confirmed
Japan to end Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes massive new stimulus
World’s third-largest economy has escaped an explosive coronavirus outbreak
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Via the excellent Gareth Aird at CBA:
Japan to end Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 billion stimulus
The world’s third-largest economy has escaped an explosive outbreak with some 17,000 infections and 825 deaths so far; however, the epidemic has tipped it into a recession and plunged Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s popularity to multi-year lows.
UK bailout schemes could create coronavirus debt trap, warn banks
Fear businesses could face paying billions in loans just as they try to recover from pandemic
Asian shares climb, Tokyo gains on hopes for reopening
Asian shares are mostly higher, with Tokyo stocks gaining on expectations that a pandemic state of emergency will be lifted for all of Japan. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 added 1.5% in morning trading to 20,682.78. Hong Kong’s Hang Seng dropped 1.2% to 22,659.62.
Demand for budget-friendly homes surges amid layoffs, pay cuts
As the Nigerian economy falters due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, businesses are worst off, prompting pay cuts in many companies, search by people living in rented houses for budget-friendly homes across cities and towns to reduce costs.
People impact of Lagos State budget review
At the outset of the current fiscal year, the State House of Assembly approved a N1.168-trillion worth budget meant to impact lives and enhance the standard of living of Lagosians.
FMF, others list strategies to curb impact of coronavirus in real estate
Following the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the real estate sector, stakeholders including five chief executives in the mortgage finance industry have move to cushion the effect on the average Nigerians seeking decent and affordable housing in the country.
One of New Zealand's largest media organisations is being sold for just $1
The organization Stuff prints many of the nation's daily newspapers and runs a popular news website of the same name. It employs about 900 staff, including 400 journalists. Owned by Australia's Nine Entertainment, Stuff faced financial challenges before the coronavirus pandemic struck and has since seen advertising revenues plunge.
India Inc goes back to work with safety measures, strict 'no AC’ rule & plenty of social distancing
These business leaders share the protocols they have set in place as they reopened their workplaces.
Council urges all planning decisions be removed from its power
Georges River wants to stop developers and real estate agents from running for council in NSW.
Asian shares climb, Tokyo gains on hopes for reopening
TOKYO — Asian shares are mostly higher, with Tokyo stocks gaining on expectations that a pandemic state of emergency will be lifted for all of Japan.
Gold rates today hikes in Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata, and Mumbai - 25 May 2020
Gold rates today on 25 May 2020: Gold rates have increased by a slight margin on Monday. These gold rates have been on rise after a fall for the last couple of days.
Business sentiment rises but Covid-19 concerns persist
‘Nobody is losing the run of themselves’ but they see light ahead, says Bank of Ireland
Globalfoundries to implement ITAR and strict security assurances at New York fab
Globalfoundries has announced plans to implement export control security measures at its most advanced manufacturing facility, Fab 8, in Malta, New York. GF will bring its Fab 8 facility into compliance with both the US International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) standards and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), making the company the most advanced ITAR foundry in the country.
Test Research upbeat about 1H20
Test Research (TRI), which provides automatic test and inspection tool solutions, has landed a pull-in of orders for networking and server applications since the fourth quarter of 2019. The order pull-in momentum is expected to persist throughout the first half of 2020, according to the Taiwan-based company.
Covid-19: Gujarat Deputy CM defends government after HC says Ahmedabad hospital ‘worse than dungeon’
Sixty-four-year-old Nitin Patel said he took a risk by visiting several hospitals to take stock of the situation despite his age.
Japan plans to end Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh $930 bn stimulus
Social distancing curbs were removed for most of the country on May 14 as new infections fell, but the government had kept Tokyo and four other prefectures under watch
U.S. Sanctions against China Tailwind for Bitcoin’s Bullish Moves
Bitcoin anticipates market growth as White House National Security Advisor Robert O’Brien threatens China with economic sanctions over Hong Kong national
Some business risks can be prepared for in advance
Corporates will now need to fast track learning from pandemic-enforced disruptions too
CEO buys ailing New Zealand media giant Stuff Limited for one dollar
Boucher joined as a reporter in 1993 and has spent most of her career at the company
iSignthis slams ASX for seeking sensitive details as Visa deal ends
ISignthis confirmed its high-profile relationship with Visa will be terminated, as it blasted the market operator for requesting sensitive details about its relationship with the card giant.
CEO buying struggling New Zealand media company for NZ$1
One of New Zealand's largest media organizations is being sold for a single dollar to its chief executive, the owners announced Monday.
Asian shares reverse early gains, eyes on China-US trade relations
MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan fell 0.1% after starting higher with China's blue-chip CSI300 index down 0.2%. Hong Kong's HSI index dived 1.4% to a two-month low after sinking 5.5% on Friday.
Moody’s: Pressure keeps rising for Apac companies as coronavirus impact becomes clearer
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Moody’s Investors Service said about 22 per cent of 476 rated non-financial companies in Asia Pacific (Apac) have high exposure to coronavirus disruptions, up from 20 per cent in March, as the effects of the pandemic on companies’ credit quality have...
Bayer Reaches Deals on Big Share of 125,000 Roundup Weedkiller Suits
Bayer AG has reached verbal agreements to resolve a substantial portion of an estimated 125,000 U.S. cancer lawsuits over use of its Roundup weedkiller, according to people familiar with the negotiations.
India’s Maharashtra to Start Domestic Flights With Fewer Planes
India’s Maharashtra, home to the nation’s financial hub Mumbai, will resume commercial flights on Monday with reduced domestic services as the state struggles to contain coronavirus infection cases.
EUR/USD: Bulls need a better-than-expected German IFO Expectations Figure
EUR/USD is looking to extend its two-day losing run on Monday amid the broad-based demand for the American dollar. Even gold, a classic safe-haven ass
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD portrays falling wedge on hourly chart below 1.2200
GBP/USD rises to 1.2191, up 0.15% on a day, during Monday’s Asian session. In doing so, the Cable pair extends its recoveries from Friday’s low of 1.2
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD down by $6 in Asia, weekly chart shows bullish trend exhaustion
Gold, a safe-haven asset, is flashing red at press time even though the growth-linked currencies like the Aussie dollar are struggling to gain altitud
GBP/USD retraces three-day losses below 1.2200 on UK/US holiday
GBP/USD seesaws around 1.2180, up 0.05% on a day, during the pre-European session on Monday. In doing so, the Cable pair snaps the previous three-day
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD mildly heavy below $1,750, looks to US-China tension for clues
Gold prices drop to $1,731, print 0.20% loss, intraday low of $1,730.37, by the press time of Tokyo open on Monday. Although fresh risk-off sentiment,
NZ PM Ardern: Will raise limits on social gatherings to 100 people from May 29
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern recently crossed wires, via Reuters, while showing readiness to ease the coronavirus (COVID-19)-led restrictions on soci
Snapchat is expanding team in India, developing 'culturally relevant' products: Snap MD
Snap's daily active user base in India has jumped 120 percent year-on-year in March 2020.
Stock, commodity, bond, forex markets closed today for Eid ul Fitr; to resume trading tomorrow
Wholesale commodity markets, including metal and bullion, will also remain shut
Farmers, NGOs oppose KCR’s regulating farming plan
Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao’s plan to regulate farming in the State has met with strong criticism from farmers, farmers’ unions and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) working in th
Retail investors throng capital markets during lockdown period, says Reliance Securities CEO
While Covid-19 has been a painful period for all and the lockdown a pressure for most who have been busy and active, it seems to have drawn people to the capital market.Lav Chaturvedi, Executive Direc
Amphan cyclone: IRDAI asks insurers to hasten settlement of claims
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has directed insurers to hasten settlement of claims pertaining to the cyclone Amphan. In a circular, it said there were reports of
Paper cone, tube manufacturers in dire straits
The paper cone and tube manufacturing sector has been in trouble since the end of 2019.KS Balamurugan, Managing Director, KU Sodalamuthu and Co Pvt Ltd, attributes this to economic slowdown and fallin
How will the economic 'cold war' between China and the US end? - Radio
Jonna Bianco, founder of the American Bondholders Foundation, talks about the ways to solve the crisis between the two powers.
Siemens Healthineers: Excellent Company, But The Valuation Doesn't Scan
Healthineers is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies with a leading position in imaging and advanced therapies. Its diagnostics division has
Farmers and forest owners bristle at politicians screwing the scrum so that forest owners subsidise the domestic wood processing industry, potentially resulting in trade retaliation from export markets
Farmers and forest owners bristle at politicians screwing the scrum so that forest owners subsidise the domestic wood processing industry, potentially resulting in trade retaliation from export markets
Business Live: Domestic flights to resume from today; Jiomart goes live to take on Amazon, Flipkart
Updates from the world of economy, markets, and finance
Watch | New rules for flyers in India
A video explaining the rules laid down by the Ministry of Civil Aviation for domestic air travel
CEO buys struggling New Zealand media company for $1
The organization Stuff prints many of the nation’s daily newspapers and runs a popular news website of the same name. It employs about 900 staff, including 400 journalists.
iSignthis slams ASX for seeking sensitive details as Visa deal ends
ISignthis confirmed its high-profile relationship with Visa will be terminated, as it blasted the market operator for requesting sensitive details about its relationship with the card giant.
Foxtel left floundering by streaming rivals
Roy Morgan has released new data showing explosive growth across Australia’s subscription television market from all providers except Foxtel:
‘Never waste a crisis’: inside Saudi Arabia’s shopping spree
The $325bn Public Investment Fund has spent billions on overseas deals this year even as the kingdom’s economy struggles
Virus obstructs US and UK bids for $800m South Korea helicopter deal
Travel restrictions and spending cuts muddy defence sector outlook
European consumers stockpile savings, adding to economic drag
Bank deposits surge as households seek to shield themselves from impact of coronavirus
Online Exams Without Cheating? New Tech by IIT Bhubaneswar May Have Cracked the Code
The system uses a virtual examination hall, actual invigilators, question paper distribution online and submission/reception of soft copies of answer books
Group alleges fresh evidence of N25 billion spending on imaginary road repairs by NDDC
Fresh allegation of extra-budgetary spending is rocking the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) as a group has accused the agency of spending N25 billion on regional contingency road repairs not appropriated for in the 2019 fiscal framework.
Makinde, others laud facility managers’ role in COVID-19 crisis
The Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has lauded facility managers for their contributions to health, safety and productivity of people during ongoing CoVID-19 crisis. Makinde noted that as with governance, people hardly commend facilities managers when things are going right, but immediately the ‘ball drops’, everyone remembers their roles. The Governor stated this during the […]
How coronavirus impacts buyers in real estate market
Notwithstanding the positive outlook for the Nigerian property market in 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted negatively on the market, leaving property investments in disarray.
Why House of Representatives resolved to probe Chinese loans
A Peep into the mindset of House of Representatives’ member, Hon. Ben Rollands Igbakpa offers an insight as to why the lower legislative chamber resolved
Oil price rebound improves investors’ patronage, lifts index by 5.59%
The rebalancing in the oil market, which has resulted in a 94 per cent rebound in crude prices, added to enhanced institutional investors’ patronage in the Nigerian bourse buoyed equities transactions last week, as the All-Share Index...
DMart’s secular rally may pause for a while
The stock's at all-time high and at price to earnings multiple of 120 times FY20 score.
Global engines fire up again, Europe makes steady start
Europe, despite reeling under the pandemic, is steadily opening up.
Renault could disappear without a bail out – report
The French brand's 122-year history could be at stake according to a key decision maker.
iSignthis slams ASX for seeking sensitive details as Visa deal ends
ISignthis confirmed its high-profile relationship with Visa will be terminated, as it blasted the market operator for requesting sensitive details about its relationship with the card giant.
1.50 Lakh MP Students About To Become Doctors, Engineers Under MMMVY
Madhya Pradesh government deposits fees worth Rs 326,,69,85,000 in the accounts of the students.
Belt and Road Initiative affected by COVID-19, but impact is 'temporary': China
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that the demand for public health expansion in view of the COVID-19 all over the world will give a new impetus to project expansion.
Firms beg for social distancing guidelines to be eased
The Government is under mounting pressure to relax social distancing guidelines as the retail and hospitality sectors warn of thousands of permanent job losses unless the two-metre rule is changed.
Hertz files for bankruptcy after rental-car demand vanishes
Drop in used-car sales compounds financial woes.
Glenmuir High doubles efforts to help COVID-19 affected families
GLENMUIR HIGH School in Clarendon has merged efforts with donors, locally and overseas, to assist some families affected by the novel coronavirus. The disease has infected over five million people worldwide, caused over 300,000 deaths, and has had...
Basic-school principal hosts free online lessons
KEREEN HIBBERTS, principal of Marcus Garvey Basic School, Kingston, has been hosting free online reading lessons to assist students who are at home due to the coronavirus pandemic. Schools across Jamaica have been closed since mid-March. The...
NNPC lists parameters for employment, career progression; makes new top appointments
Explaining the parameters, NNPC Group General Manager, Group Public Affairs Division, Dr. Kennie Obateru, stated that the basic academic requirement for newly employed Graduate Trainees in the corporation is a minimum of a Second-Class Upper Division or an Upper Credit for Higher National Diploma certificate holders
Virus-hit Fiji Airways cuts workforce by half
Fiji Airways lays off 758 staff, while those remaining would face a permanent pay cut of 20%
Closed mosques, no hugs: Subdued Eid celebrations in India as Coronavirus grips nation
With religious places shut due to the COVID-19 pandemic, people across the nation celebrated a subdued and somber eid, striving to 'connect hearts' instead of embracing each other.
Library users turn to Australian authors as digital usage jumps
The annual Civica list of books borrowed from local libraries shows Australian writers are the most popular.
China's 'hermit' investors fill doubled oil storage with crude bet
SINGAPORE/SHANGHAI — Chinese financial investors betting on a rebound in oil prices are filling commercial storage tanks held by the Shanghai futures exchange just as fast as the exchange can find them.
‘Hard to See’ Hong Kong Remaining the Asian Financial Center if China Takes Over
Sunday on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” White House National Security Adviser Robert […] More
CBN sets 2022 deadline for MfBs’ N200m recapitalisation
Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has set April 2022 deadline for tier-1 Microfinance Banks (MfBs) to achieve N200 million minimum capital base....
COVID-19 presents opportunity to boost African economies, says Elumelu
The Chairman, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc, Tony Elumelu, has stated that the coronavirus pandemic presents an opportunity to reset the....
Bayer reaches deals on big share of 125,000 roundup weedkiller suits
Bayer AG has reached verbal agreements to resolve a substantial portion of an estimated 125,000 U.S. cancer lawsuits over use of its Roundup weedkiller, according to people familiar with the negotiations.
Virus vaccine maker's bubble bursts after stock crashes
The bubble continued to burst in shares of CanSino Biologics Inc., which fell a record 28% Monday even after positive early data on its COVID-19 vaccine candidate.
Tim Wilson wants fresh inquiry into Hostplus conflicts
The federal MP has asked regulators to investigate 'vertical integration' in the industry superannuation sector.
Bloodied Mayfair tries recruiting investors against ASIC
The upstart investment outfit, which owns Dunk Island, also claims the appointment of receivers to one entity is "premature and imprudent".
Regal, Tribeca-backed Trident Resources mulls spearing the ASX
There could be a new type of mining exposure heading Down Under before too long.
Spend the $60b windfall on bigger stimulus
If the Treasury still thinks we are headed for a recession, the JobKeeper underspend should be used to pump-prime the economy.
China's trillions towards tech won't buy dominance
China wants to bring technology into its mainstream infrastructure build-out and, in the process, heave the economy out of a gloom due only partly to the coronavirus.
Western Area grabs big stake in rival nickel miner
There's a fresh twist in the saga over the future of Zeta Resources, Andrew Forrest-backed nickel miner Panoramic Resources.
Westpac's lagging view of credit risk 'challenging'
Controversial review of Westpac systems found its inability to generate timely and granular commercial property risk data a particular problem.
The Pandemic Is Exposing the Limits of Science
The financial crisis tarnished the field of economics. Will the coronavirus do the same for medicine?
Covid-19: Chennai reports more infections, 23 districts ‘nil’ cases
Tamilnadu on Sunday recorded eight deaths due to COVID-19, taking the toll to 111 while 765 fresh cases saw the state's total infections breaching the 16,000 mark, the Health department said. Continue Reading →
Ab ki baar, Atmanirbhar: Modi’s mega package is an economic masterstroke
Pandemics, in the past, were notorious for taking away lives. But, coronavirus, or Covid-19, has snatched away livelihood too. With the global economy suffering from an unprecedented crisis, India, which is under lockdown from the last week of March, is no exception. Continue Reading →
TTD to auction 50 immovable properties in TN, Andhra
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has decided to auction 50 immovable petty properties located at different places in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Rishikesh in Uttarakhand, a top functionary of TTD said on Sunday. Continue Reading →
Industrial estates in TN start functioning with new rules
Following permission from the Tamilnadu government, factories in industrial esates located in non-containment zones in the State, including those at Ambattur and Guindy, resumed their operations from today. Continue Reading →
Forex Today: Dollar in demand amid high Sino-American tensions, thin liquidity expected
Here is what you need to know on Monday, May 25: The new week has kicked off with dollar strength as the US and China have kept tensions high. Thin li
Gold Futures: Correction lower on the cards
Open interest in gold futures markets shrunk for the second session in a row on Friday, this time by around 2.5K contracts according to preliminary fi
Asian stock market: Bears keeping the reins as Hong Kong issue intensifies
With the US-China raw over Hong Kong bill hitting risk sentiment across the board, Asian shares remain depressed ahead of the European session on open
Natural Gas Price: Futures point to further correction
In light of advanced figures from CME Group for Natural Gas futures markets, open interest extended the choppy activity and shrunk by almost 1.3K cont
People more worried about economic crisis than health issues from coronavirus, finds study
The study - conducted by Centre for Marketing in Emerging Economies (CMEE) at IIM Lucknow - revealed that majority (79 percent) of people are worried and surrounded by a feeling of fear (40 percent) and sadness (22 percent).
Gulfport Energy: Stock Appears To Be Overvalued Now Due To The Still High Restructuring Risk
Gulfport's borrowing base was reduced to $700 million, and it is limited to $20 million for further unsecured note repurchases. It has plenty of liquidity for n
ITC Spice Business To Strengthen With Acquisition of Spice-Maker Sunrise Foods
ITC has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire 100 per cent of the equity share capital of Kolkata based spice maker Sunrise Foods Pvt Ltd.
KKR becomes Jio Platform's fifth investor in five weeks | ZDNet
Bringing the amount of investment made to ₹78,562 crore during this recent investment cycle.
Domino Park Introduces Social Distancing Circles to Adapt to the COVID-19 Crisis
Domino Park has introduced a series of painted social distancing circles.
Domino Park Introduces Social Distancing Circles to Adapt to the COVID-19 Crisis
Domino Park has introduced a series of painted social distancing circles.
Spain reopening for tourism 1 July
Tourists can return to Spain from 1 July, its prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, said Saturday. Tourists "do not run a risk or bring a risk of contagion to Spain", he said, amid scattered anti-lockdown protests in Madrid. "The hardest is behind us ... we've o...
How coronavirus might hit EU defence spending
Among the casualties of coronavirus - worldwide and in the EU - is the defence sector. However, the Covid-19 pandemic has not made the world a less dangerous place and there is no alternative to having a functioning defence system.
Library users turn to Australian authors as digital usage jumps
The annual Civica list of books borrowed from local libraries shows Australian writers are the most popular.
Indian Fintech Zaggle Teams Up With Visa to Develop Payments Solutions for Local Startups and SMEs
Indian Fintech firm Zaggle has teamed up with Visa in order to support various payments solutions for SMEs. Both companies will work cooperatively to develop
Sanity, at last, in government’s lockdown plan
Compare the draft regulations leaked over the weekend to the original “framework for sectors” published for comment and it's clear that these are level 3 in name only; we’ve all but skipped right to level 2.
Huge increase in demand for Walsall befriending service
A community befriending service says it has seen a huge increase in demand due to the coronavirus pandemic.
US farmers worried as crop prices dip
Market disruptions have been caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Short-term rates fall by 30 bps, ease working cap stress
Corporate bond yields dipped 10-25 bps while CP rates plunged up to 20-30 bps lower than levels seen earlier before the impromptu central bank policy announcement last week, dealers said.
Softer rate regime to impact guaranteed-return products
“Yields were in excess of 5% for guaranteed products with maturity of 10-15 years. These products will now have to be redrawn and repriced,” said Sandeep Ghosh, financial sector advisory leader, EY.
Library users turn to Australian authors as digital usage jumps
The annual Civica list of books borrowed from local libraries shows Australian writers are the most popular.
This Week: New home sales, US GDP, consumer spending
A look at some of the key business events and economic indicators upcoming this week:
Tiger Brands looking at ‘significant’ job losses as it counts cost of pandemic
Reports lower H1 earnings, defers dividend.
Coronavirus impact: India's retail trade lost Rs 9 lakh crore of business amid lockdown, says CAIT
CAIT Secretary General Praveen Khandelwal said during the span of 60 days of national lockdown, the domestic trade has lost business to the tune of about Rs 9 lakh crore, causing a revenue loss of about Rs 1.5 lakh crore to both the central and state governments on account of GST
Coronavirus crisis: Uddhav Thackeray snubs BJP, says no need for state economic package
Meanwhile, the CM said the "Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Jan Aarogya Scheme" of the state government will now cover all the people, provided they seek treatment in the registered hospitals
Hazelwood power station's eight chimneys demolished in live stream viewed by thousands
Built in the 1960s, each chimney contained around 50kg of asbestos but owner Engie says there is ‘no risk’ it will be airborne
Hacker selling customer data of 3 crypto wallets, 1 investment platform
Data of customers who allegedly purchased products using Shopify from these crypto wallets have been compromised
New face of banking: Millennials prefer robot bankers to humans
Nordea's robot adviser, Nora, played a crucial role in helping the bank through COVID-19
Virgin's administrators put brakes on plane repossessions
A mass repossession of Virgin's fleet could have seriously hampered the efforts of Deloitte to sell Virgin Australia to a new buyer.
Hong Kong shares ease on China-U.S. rift, dollar firms
SYDNEY — Hong Kong shares extended losses and a gauge of Asian stocks was largely subdued on Monday, after China’s move to impose a new security law on Hong Kong heightened concerns about the future stability of the city and global trade prospects.
Reliance starts trials of JioMart shopping portal across India
The JioMart shopping app is available via Facebook Inc’s WhatsApp, which in India has about 400 million users.
ITC to acquire spices maker Sunrise Foods for estimated Rs 1,800-2,000 crore
The company said it has signed a share purchase agreement (SPA) with Sunrise Foods Private Ltd (SFPL) which will augment its product portfolio and is also aligned to its aspiration to significantly scale up its spices business and expand its footprint across the country.
Fee-waivers, IELTS relaxation: What are foreign universities offering to enroll international students
From fee-waivers to online courses, from virtual tours to provisional admissions and the option to join on-campus at any time, foreign universities are luring Indian students who make the second-highest influx of international exchange. But is it a wise option to study abroad this session?
Survey shows majority of youths agree Covid-19 stimulus package can boost economy
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — The majority of youths feel the Economic Stimulus Package will counter the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and boost the national economy. A survey conducted by the Institute for Youth Research Malaysia (IYRES) from April 14 to 24 found that 97. 2 per cent of the 2,928...
Greece resumes island ferry services in bid to salvage summer tourist season
Travel to the islands had been generally off-limits since a lockdown in late March.
Coronavirus: Government draws up plan to rescue key firms
The government could aid strategically important firms affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
A longer JobKeeper will keep people in fake jobs
Extending JobKeeper for businesses that can't stand on their own two feet by September, will stop the shift of people out of dead-end illusory jobs that are sadly never returning.
Central Equity, Failli family selling $200m of greenfield sites
The two sites being offered by Central Equity and the Failli family have the potential to generate around $1 billion of housing lot sales.
Labor senator calls for ASIC investigation into Rex
Tony Sheldon says the company's "failure to inform the ASX ... flies in the face of Australian corporate standards".
Best month for Brent in 21 years overshadows US-China feud
Investors will be relying on a rebound in global demand for crude to support prices, as US-China tensions threaten to derail the oil market's recovery.
Cash for new homes the key to saving jobs, says industry
On the HIA's analysis, the equivalent of as many as 100,000 jobs are already at risk in the property sector.
Tech Giants’ Top EU Privacy Watchdog Attacked Over Slow Pace
Silicon Valley’s main data-protection watchdog in Europe came under attack from one of the region’s leading privacy advocates for taking too long to wrap up probes into Facebook Inc. and its Instagram and WhatsApp units.
QBE moves 15,000-strong global workforce onto Microsoft Teams
Within three months.
When is the German IFO survey and how it could affect EUR/USD?
The German IFO survey for May is due for release later today at 0800 GMT. The headline IFO Business Climate Index is seen firmer at 78.3 versus 74.3 p
WTI: Off daily highs, still above $33.00, as US-China tension looms
WTI drops to $33.45, down 0.6%, while heading into the European session on Monday. The black gold recently benefited from the news suggesting ease of
Australia’s Treasurer Frydenberg: Wil not make wholesale changes to wage subsidies
In an interview with local broadcaster Seven Network on Monday, Australia’s Treasurer Josh Frydenberg said that the government has no plans to make “w
Japan said to start giving out travel vouchers from end-July – Jiji
The Japanese media outlet, Jiji Press, reported on Monday, Japan’s government is considering starting to give out travel vouchers from end-July. Trave
Senior Living: Having a will makes good sense, but many still need one
Most people know the value of having a will, but I am still surprised by how many people who still don’t have one
‘Cognizant determined to emerge stronger from Covid crisis’
Thanks to a strong balance sheet, close partnerships with associates/clients, and digital imperatives, says Brian Humphries
Commentary: The biggest restructuring exercise facing Singapore businesses has just begun
From F&B to retail and fitness, winning Singapore businesses know they must shift gears and rethink their business models to thrive in a pandemic ...
Goodbye office: Is the future of work in our homes?
SINGAPORE: Wanting to create a parent-friendly workplace, Ms Joerin Yao, managing director of human resource consultancy Enable Group, has been ...
'We have to ration our meals': Malaysians share their struggles after COVID-19 left them jobless
CNA spoke to five Malaysians who were left unemployed because of the COVID-19 pandemic. It has been a daunting experience having no income to make ...
Rich, but household debt is growing: A time bomb for South Korea?
South Korean households are piling up debt for various reasons, from overspending on credit cards to unemployment to gambling losses. The ...
Japan eyes fresh stimulus plan worth over US$929b to battle COVID-19
TOKYO: Japan is considering a fresh stimulus package worth over US$929 billion that will consist mostly of financial aid programmes for companies ...
Mick already has a job, so why is he being forced to go to interviews?
A cleaner paid JobKeeper was convinced by an employment agency he needed to sign a contract promising to attend interviews – even though he has a job.
COVID transparency urged
An ad-hoc transparency group is calling on governments to make crucial records related to the COVID-19 pandemic open by default as a measure of accountability to Canadians.
NACTO Releases Streets for Pandemic Response and Recovery in the Fight Against the COVID-19
NACTO has released guidelines to provide cities with strategies to redesign and adapt their streets for new uses both during the COVID-19 crisis.
QC completes SAP distribution ahead of 4 Metro Manila cities
AHEAD of four other Metro Manila cities, the Quezon City government has reported complete the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Special Amelioration Program (SAP) distribution as of May 20.
Virgin's administrators put brakes on plane repossessions
A mass repossession of Virgin's fleet could have seriously hampered the efforts of Deloitte to sell Virgin Australia to a new buyer.
Stock, Forex, Commodity, Currency Markets Shut For EId-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan) 2020
On May 22, the Sensex had ended lower by 0.84 per cent and Nifty was down 0.74 per cent. Domestic … Stock, Forex, Commodity, Currency Markets Shut For EId-Ul-Fitr (Ramzan) 2020 Read More »
There were fears packed Tokyo could become a hotbed for the virus
Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after new cases slowed to a crawl. Compared with hard-hit areas in Europe, the United States, Russia and Brazil, Japan has been spared the worst of the
Bayer says it makes progress in settlement talks over weedkiller
Bayer said on Monday it had made progress seeking a settlement over claims its glyphosate-based Roundup weedkiller causes cancer, after Bloomberg reported the company reached a verbal agreement on about 50,000 to 85,000 cases. In April, Bayer's management regained shareholder support for its handling
Bitcoin is on an Exponential Growth Trajectory, and the Pizza Day Proves It
The story of Laszlo Hanyecz, the programmer who bought two pizzas using 10,000 Bitcoin, will be forever talked about. Not least because at $9k per BTC that equa
China’s trillions toward tech won’t buy dominance
Big spending numbers are being thrown around in China, once again. This time, it’s trillions of yuan of fiscal stimulus on all things tech. The plans are bold and vague.
Japan lifts national state of emergency
Japan has lifted its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus, after new cases slowed to a crawl in the country with the world's third-biggest economy.
Virgin's administrators put brakes on plane repossessions
A mass repossession of Virgin's fleet could have seriously hampered the efforts of Deloitte to sell Virgin Australia to a new buyer.
Moon calls for bold fiscal strategy in light of COVID-19
Addressing the officials responsible for drawing up the national fiscal strategy, President Moon Jae-in on Monday called for bold support measures, saying the state must spearhead efforts to soften the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Speaking at the National Fiscal Strategy Meeting, Moon also downplayed concerns that his administration’s fiscal policies could threaten the country’s fiscal stability, sa...
iSignthis to End Contract with Visa, Criticises Proposed Rule Changes
iSignthis (ASX: ISX) said that it will be ending its contractual relationship with Visa as a principal member in approximately 90 days.
Liz Weston: Find free, solid money advice in uncertain times
If you have money questions — and who among us doesn’t right now? — there are plenty of people willing to offer advice: friends, relatives and random strangers on the...
'Could have planned better': Ex-RBI Governor C Rangarajan rues migrant crisis due to lockdown
He feels provision for some kind of cash dispensation is necessary, saying the government could cut some other expenditures, perhaps towards administration or travel
Coronavirus impact: Time for employers to up skill employees
For the quantum growth of the economy, investments in education and skilling of informal workers are key, especially because a huge share of population has very little skills
Mercedes-AMG CEO Tobias Moers to take over as Aston Martin Chief
Palmer and Germany's Daimler AG (DAIGn.DE), which owns a 5% stake in Aston Martin and supplies the carmaker with Mercedes-AMG engines, also declined to comment
Jet Airways offers two Boeing aircraft to assist Vande Bharat Mission
Thecarrier is undergoing the insolvency process and its affairs are being managed by insolvency resolution professional Ashish Chhawchharia
Crisis-hit IL&FS plans to divest its 26% stake in OTPC, invites bidding
In terms of eligibility for bidding, corporate bodies should have a minimum net worth of Rs 150 crore as per the audited balance sheet as of March 31, 2019 or later
Accountability group calls for COVID-19 transparency, whistleblower protection
The Canadian COVID-19 Accountability Group is urging public officials to proactively release documents concerning health and safety enforcement, scientific and public health research, and contracts, grants, and loans provided to companies and organizations.
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in Q1
BERLIN, May 25 — A slump in capital investments, private consumption and exports pushed the German economy into a recession in the first quarter, detailed data showed today, giving a glimpse of the damage caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The Federal Statistics Office said capital investments...
Nation Media Issues Profit Warning As Covid-19 Effects Eat Into Revenues
The Nation Media Group (NMG) on Friday issued a profit warning to its investors, citing reduced revenues due to the effects of Covid-19 pandemic.In a statement to shareholders, NMG chairman Wilfre
Landlords worry about COVID-19 impact on commercial properties
Maureen Ihua-Maduenyi Commercial landlords are increasingly concerned about the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic on their tenants and property portfolio, a new report has said. The rep...
What's Open And Closed On Memorial Day 2020
Monday is Memorial Day. While all the days might be blurring together right now, the day is a federal holiday, which means some places might not be open that typically have been recently....
Premier digs in on rent as UK restrictions bite
The 139 Smiggle stores in Britain and Ireland remain shut because of government restrictions, and Premier is also applying its rent ban.
ACTU lays out demands for Virgin bidders
With binding bids for Virgin due to administrator Deloitte on June 12, ACTU president Michele O'Neil says the union bloc will not budge on worker entitlements.
JobKeeper blunder may have forced up debt costs by $180m
The Morrison government may have overpaid in a bond market that was anticipating a $130 billion JobKeeper program.
Why Target ended up a $3.6b black hole
It's a constant in Australian retail that Target and Kmart didn't fire at the same time, even before the arrival of fast fashion retailers and online shopping.
Bond University on track for JobKeeper
Bond University is on track to be the only university in Australia to get access to JobKeeper after a rule change.
Coles lifts all purchase limits on grocery items
Toilet paper hoarding stopped a little while ago and now Coles has lifted restrictions on the last of the pantry staples.
Investors are underestimating Beijing's response to the pandemic
Beijing has little choice but to support the Chinese economy, even if it is reluctant to go as far as it did during the financial crisis.
US Dollar Index pushes higher and approaches 100.00
The greenback, in terms of the US Dollar Index (DXY), is extending the march north to the vicinity of the key barrier at 100.00 the figure on Monday.
USD/JPY clings to gains near 50-day SMA, bulls await a move beyond 108.00 mark
The USD/JPY pair edged higher on Monday and was last seen trading near the top end of its daily trading range, around the 107.70-75 region. The pair m
China: Fiscal stimulus to add 3.2ppt to GDP growth in 2020 – Standard Chartered
Economists at Standard Chartered Bank quantify the impact of the Chinese fiscal stimulus as the 2020 budget amounts to a fiscal stimulus of 5.2% of GD
Copper: The pace of long positions to slow down – TDS
Copper continued to benefit from surging risk appetite as speculators once again added to their long positions, strategists at TD Securities report. C
EUR/USD: Time to buy a ticket for the 1.20 level – Nordea
It is probably too optimistic to expect both common EU debt and a widespread regulatory roll back, but it may be worthwhile buying a EUR lottery ticke
GBP/USD: No reasons for sterling to spring back up
While Brits are enjoying their spring bank holiday – albeit under lockdown restrictions – sterling may continue suffering, according to FXStreet’s ana
EUR/USD: The global outlook points to be positive for the euro – Danske Bank
While EUR/USD briefly went above 1.10 last week, the cross ended lower on the potential for a renewed US-China skirmish and EU hashing out its interna
GBP/USD: All signs are bearish for the pound
GBP/USD Monday's four-hour chart is pointing to losses for the cable, Yohay Elam, an analyst at FXStreet, reports. Commerzbank agrees with this view,
Melon-aires not required as Japan premium fruit prices plunge
A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen ($46,000) reached at auction last year, as the coronavirus bites hard.
Confusion prevails over online sale of liquor
No online service providing agency will be entrusted with liquor trade. Liquor shop owners will take orders from 7 am to 1 pm and deliver the product home within 7 pm.
Top German court grants buybacks for VW diesel car owners (Update)
A top German court ruled Monday that Volkswagen must buy back a diesel car it modified to appear less polluting, a decision that could influence the outcome of tens of thousands of other "dieselgate" ...
Virus-hit Fiji Airways cuts workforce by half
Pandemic-hit Fiji Airways fired more than half its workforce Monday, as travel restrictions put the islands' vital tourism sector in deep freeze and reduced the national carrier's revenue to "virtually ...
CEO buys ailing New Zealand media giant for one dollar
Struggling New Zealand media giant Stuff Limited was sold in a management buy-out deal for the symbolic fee of NZ$1.00 (US$0.61), the group's Australian owners Nine Entertainment announced Monday.
Big Price Hike On Entire KTM Lineup – RC125, Duke 125 To 390 Adventure
KTM India has bumped up the prices of all its motorcycles except for the KTM 790 Duke, all the motorcycles come with a slew of changes along with BS6-compliant engines
An office designer explains how workplaces will change after the coronavirus – and, yes, hot desking is dead
When it’s all said and done, hot desking will be the least-mourned casualty of the coronavirus.
UK's Sunak authorises bailout plan to rescue strategically important companies
LONDON: British Finance Minister Rishi Sunak has authorised a bailout plan to rescue companies that are seen as strategically important, with the ...
Suncor - Immediate Action Will Mean Stronger Returns
Suncor Energy is an incredibly well positioned Canadian oil major. The company's FFO / share is better than most oil majors. The company's financial health is q
Whether To Give Up Dumpster Diving
I discuss the news that Tuesday Morning could file for bankruptcy this week. I reflect on the prospect of quitting 'dumpster diving.' I share a painful lesson o
Supply disruption in China a great opportunity for India: USIBC's Nisha Biswal
The amount of new spending in the economic relief package is relatively low, about 1-2% of India’s GDP, which is far lower than the stimulus packages announced in the US and other major economies
COVID-19: Senior sanitation supervisor at AIIMS dies
A canteen worker also died of the pandemic in the past week.
COVID19: Pulitzer winning Indian-origin physician, compatriot in NYS commission on economic recovery
Mr. Cuomo on Sunday announced that the state’s Blue-Ribbon Commission, chaired by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, will also focus on improving telehealth and broadband access using new, innovative technologies.
UK employers to be asked to pay 'up to 30% of wages from August' as furlough winds down
Chancellor, Rishi Sunak has said the furlough scheme will be in place until at least October, however, companies will be asked to start sharing the cost from August
Supply disruption in China a great opportunity for India: USIBC’s Nisha Biswal
While a single national market for agriculture and steps to create an efficient energy space are welcome, the prohibition on … Supply disruption in China a great opportunity for India: USIBC’s Nisha Biswal Read More »
KBC staff sue over pension funds
Broadcaster says it’s unable to pay the sum at once.
UoN to get lion’s share of Sh6.6bn salary raise
Parliament approved the payment in a supplementary budget last month.
Report warns of major tax shortfall due to drop in household spending
The COVID-19 crisis could see indirect tax revenue fall by up to €6.7bn this year.The Economic...
Debt of consumer discretionary firms faces a downgrade
Ratings firm Crisil has forecast that consumer discretionary services and products are expected to be worse hit by the Covid-19 disruptions.
Deficit monetisation: Is it really as simple as RBI printing more money?
India has a comfortable foreign exchange reserves of $487 billion currently.
Asian stocks subdued after China imposes new law on Hong Kong
Global financial markets already struggling to deal with huge economic uncertainty
Nordic investors turn up heat on coal in climate campaign
OSLO/LONDON (Reuters) - Five years after first ditching some coal companies, Nordic investors are turning their focus to bigger carbon emitters in a range of industries, paving the way for other funds to follow.
Chromebook to win most in Japan purchase program, says Digitimes Research
The Japanese government will begin a JPY300 billion (US$2.786 billion) plan to purchase mobile computing devices to cope with urgent demand for remote study triggered by the coronavirus pandemic, with Chromebooks likely to emerge as the favorite thanks to their advantages in hardware and software costs as well as local industry support.
POS device makers coping with pandemic
POS (point of sale/service) device makers Flytech Technology, Posiflex Technology and Partner Tech have enhanced added-value for and extended application of their products to cope with negative impacts of the coronavirus pandemic, according to industry sources.
Moving production lines out of China is uneasy
Taiwan-based electronic component supply chain makers have come under pressue to move production lines out of China in the wake of the US-China trade war and coronavirus pandemic, but they have claimed relocation is not easy mainly because of the high cost incurred.
Tokyo stocks rally on hopes for economic restart amid pandemic
Tokyo stocks rebounded Monday on hopes that Japan's economy will soon restart as the government is set to lift a state of emergency in the capital declared over the coronavirus pandemic. The 225-issue Nikkei Stock Average ended up 353.49 points, or 1.73 percent, from Friday at 20,741.65. The broader Topix…
States will have to seek permission to employ workers from Uttar Pradesh, says Adityanath
The chief minister also announced a migration commission to ensure employment for workers within Uttar Pradesh.
Nikkei rises, but Hong Kong shares slip as tensions with China heat up
Hong Kong stocks fall as demonstrators take to the streets to protest proposal by China to supercede city government’s authority.
Greyscale is Buying Bitcoin At Record Rates: $29.9M Per Week, & Growing
Greyscale is thought to have purchased "2/3rd of all supply of newly minted Bitcoin" in the 100 days before May 17th.
Reverse migration can spur housing demand in tier 2 and 3 cities post COVID-19: ANAROCK report
One significant trend may be reverse migration spurring housing demand in Tier 2 & 3 cities, says the ANAROCK report.
Lockdown Hits Indian Airlines Hard, Many May Find Survival Difficult: Ex-Aviation Regulator Member
New Delhi (Sputnik): The aviation business in India contributed $72 billion to the nation's GDP registering an overall growth trend of around 11 percent per annum over...
Coronavirus crisis: All that's bad about a 'Bad Bank'
The creation of a bad bank in its present format can only provide a temporary reprieve, by enabling transfer of a large chunk of NPAs, to make the banks' balance sheet look better
Coronavirus impact: Exporters face cash crunch as buyers demand double the credit to 120 days
Trade body advises members to only export to countries which have announced stimulus
Coronavirus impact: Tata Group top rung to take 20% pay cut
Coronavirus crisis: TCS, Tata Group's most profitable company was the first to announce a pay cut for its CEO Rajesh Gopinathan. Indian Hotels said that its senior leadership would contribute a percentage of their salary this quarter to help the company
IKEA launches 'Click and Collect' feature for contactless shopping
The Click & Collect service is to ensure minimal contact between the staff and customers', when the customers arrive to collect the products from the store. Currently, this facility is only available Hyderabad
Brand loyalty no more? Regional brands take larger pie in times of Covid
Local products gain market share as bigger FMCG companies struggle with supply chain issues
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy after new cases slowed to a crawl. Compared to
COVID-19: The pandemic is exposing the limits of science
Scientists and doctors have struggled to convey a unified message to the public
Frydenberg moves to shield boards from class action lawsuits
Directors will be relieved from strict obligations to keep investors updated after the Morrison government eased disclosure rules to shield boards from lawsuits.
'Very weak': Labor warned over Victoria's credit status
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's is worried about post-COVID debt, deficit and public sector wage bill.
German economy starting to see light at end of tunnel - Ifo economist
BERLIN — The German economy is beginning to see light at the end of the tunnel after the passing of the severest phase of the lockdown imposed to slow the spread of the coronavirus epidemic, Ifo institute’s economist Klaus Wohlrabe said on Monday.
As edible oils pact with Malaysia, Indonesia ends, India should now hike import duties: SEA
The Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) also urged the government to ban the import of refined palm oils or palmolien in order to encourage domestic production.
Top German court to rule on VW ‘Dieselgate’ compensation
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Almost five years after Volkswagen’s admission to cheating on emissions tests involving millions of diesel engined cars, a top German court will today finally rule in a battle over compensation for tens of thousands of affected owners. In a preliminary finding in...
Malaysia Productivity Corp urges regulators to utilise Unified Public Consultation portal during CMCO
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Malaysia Productivity Corporation (MPC) is urging all government ministries and agencies to utilise the Unified Public Consultation (UPC) portal to continue to maintain their stakeholder engagements especially during the conditional movement control order (CMCO) period....
Greece Restarts Ferries to Islands, Reopens Cafes, Restaurants
ATHENS, Greece (AP) - Greece restarted regular ferry services to its islands Monday and cafes and restaurants were also back open for business as the country accelerated efforts to salvage its tourism season.
Have your say on Hepburn Shire's proposed budget
Hepburn Shire Council's proposed budget for 2020-2021 is currently being exhibited for public feedback. The budget will deliver $12.12 million in capital work...
Gold Coast hotels fear $6b wipeout
The iconic Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast hotel is one of thousands of hotels hoping interstate travel will soon be possible.
Virtual Reserve Bank cash cut lowers rates
A virtual easing of monetary policy by the Reserve Bank – which has allowed money market rates to fall to almost half the official 0.25 per cent target – is helping lenders reduce mortgage rates to record low levels.
Fitch sticks to AAA credit downgrade warning
Fitch Ratings has maintained its negative outlook rating on Australian government debt, despite the massively cheaper revised cost of the JobKeeper scheme.
Laptop imports from China surge during shutdown
Australia's working from home boom saw the importation of laptops and office equipment from China jump by up to 40 per cent during the COVID-19 shutdown in April.
Hong Kong Exports Tumble in April as Virus Disrupts Commerce
Hong Kong’s exports fell in April for a second straight month as lock downs imposed by the coronavirus pandemic continued to disrupt global trade and restrict travel.
Many mobile traders don’t follow safety rules, give headache to officials
With the lockdown in place, traders and vendors are among those who are badly hit. However, it seems they have found a new way to bounce back into business. Continue Reading →
‘It’s very worrying’: Jobs axed and fears for tourism industry in Perthshire town as hotel permanently closes
The closure of a landmark Perthshire hotel has sparked fears for the local economy as the coronavirus lockdown takes its toll on tourism in the area.
GBP/USD: Bad news on all fronts – Rabobank
Sterling is facing pressure on a variety of fronts. The prospect of more monetary policy stimulus, a deep recession and political uncertainty is set t
GBP/USD: Falling this year before a very modest rebound in 2021 – HSBC
GBP is particularly vulnerable in a world driven by fiscal dynamics. The UK's status as a foreign debtor and the resurfacing of Brexit create further
EUR/USD: Geopoliticals risks can send the euro down
EUR/USD has been under pressure amid intensifying Sino-American tensions while objection to the Franco-German plan is weighing on the euro. Yohay Elam
German IFO’s Economist: Economy sees light at the end of the tunnel
Following the release of the final German IFO Business Survey, the institute’s Economist said that the economy sees light at the end of the tunnel. Ad
AUD/NZD: The key 1.10 resistance looms on the horizon – Westpac
The AUD/NZD recovery is backed by Australia’s stronger external position. Economists at Westpac Institutional believes a test of the 1.10 key resistan
WTI consolidates the bounce above $33 mark amid intensifying US-China tensions
WTI (July futures on Nymex) is defending minor bids on the 33 level after having failed several attempts to take out stiff resistances aligned near th
Iran’s Oil Minister: Demand for oil is ‘very vague’
The demand for oil is ‘very vague’, Iran’s Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zangeneh said on Monday. He added that no one can predict crude prices, which are
Gold trades with modest losses, holds above $1722 support zone
Gold met with some fresh supply on Monday, albeit lacked any strong follow-through selling and was last seen trading with only modest losses, just bel
The social enterprise at work: Paradox as a path forward
Deloitte Study: When Resilience Can Determine Organizational Survival, Only 16% of Business Leaders Expect to Significantly Increase Investment in the Continual Reinvention of the Workforce Over the Next Three Years With COVID-19 creating urgency around workforce reinvention, it’s clear that while organizations have doubled down on investments in technology over the past decade, many have […]
Oil jumps as coronavirus lockdowns ease, boosting hopes for demand pickup; rising Sino-US tensions likely to cap gains
Amid quiet trading, with financial centres Singapore, London and New York all closed for holidays, Brent was up 6 cents, or 0.2 percent, at $35.19 a barrel.
IIT-Bhubaneswar develops new technology for conducting exams online, runs mock test of 240 students across country
The Indian Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar, has created a method of conducting detailed examinations online. The institute claims that this method can be deployed to hold all of types of examinations.
Yogi Government To Form Migration Commission To Provide Migrant Workers Employment In The State
The Yogi Adityanath led Uttar Pradesh government has ordered the formation of a “Migration Commission” which will be tasked with providing employment to migrant workers who have recently returned back to the state in light of the Covid-19 lockdown, ANI has reported.
"Idea Of Flying Really Scary": Jitters As Domestic Flights Resume
Domestic flights resumed in the country on Monday even as coronavirus cases surge, while confusion about quarantine rules prompted jitters among passengers and the cancellation of dozens of planes.
COVID-19 Delivers Unprecedented Hit To Kiwis’ Financial Resilience
The first survey in a major new series commissioned by the Financial Services Council has revealed that COVID-19 has delivered an unprecedented hit to New Zealanders’ financial resilience and wellbeing.
Asian shares tick up, eyes on China-US trade relations
Asian shares started cautiously on Monday as central bank largesse globally boosted sentiment but rising trade tensions between the world's two ...
Walmart - Impressive, But Not Impressive Enough
Walmart has seen specular first quarter numbers, but more so in terms of sales than actual profits. E-commerce sales grow rapidly, yet this same trend, stores d
JobKeeper to be reviewed – but Treasurer rules out expansion
The Treasurer has hinted there might be more support for the tourism sector after a $60 billion accounting error in JobKeeper payments was uncovered.
Eir sells its towers for €300m
Eir, the country’s largest telecoms provider, has sold its tower infrastructure company to Phoenix Tower International for €300m.
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in Q1
A slump in capital investments, private consumption and exports pushed the German economy into a recession in the first quarter, detailed data showed on Monday, giving a glimpse of the damage caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Isko lauds MTPB for helping deliver food aid
THE Manila Traffic and Parking Bureau (MTPB) headed by Dennis Viaje was commended by Mayor Isko Moreno for helping deliver food aid and rice to the city-based three-wheel public utility drivers numbering at least 17,000.
Frydenberg moves to shield boards from class action lawsuits
Directors will be relieved from strict obligations to keep investors updated after the Morrison government eased disclosure rules to shield boards from lawsuits.
'Very weak': Labor warned over Victoria's credit status
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's is worried about post-COVID debt, deficit and public sector wage bill.
Embattled Jet Airways Offers Two Boeing Planes to Repatriate Indians Year After Suspending Services
The airline owes more than Rs 8,000 crore to banks. The once-storied full service carrier is undergoing insolvency process and … Embattled Jet Airways Offers Two Boeing Planes to Repatriate Indians Year After Suspending Services Read More »
Four ways to create more diversified and resilient portfolios
Those who use an array of strategies will be more prepared for whatever the future holds as we emerge from COVID-19
A last resort to save tourist season: 'Travel bubbles' emerge as solution to Europe's summer woes
Facing the loss of a significant part of their economies, some countries in Europe are banding together to ease travel restrictions and avoid quarantines.
India air travel restart hits chaos and cancellations
Airlines' plans to resume air travel in India were in disarray on Monday after some states restricted the number of flights hours before departure, causing last-minute cancellations and leaving hundreds of passengers stranded. Airlines, including IndiGo, India's biggest carrier, SpiceJet and
German court rules against VW in 'Dieselgate' compensation scandal
About four years after the Volkswagen Diesel scandal broke, Germany's Federal Court passes a binding rule on compensation for consumers
Express & Star comment: Uncertain future for universities
Britain's universities face an uncertain future due to the ongoing impact of the coronavirus.
What Sticks? Five Data-Driven Behaviors That Will Define America’s Reopening
PYMNTS has populated the current landscape with data-driven research to answer the critical question: Which consumer behaviors will stick through recovery?
FinTechs Help Main Street Find Its Footing
Social distancing and changes in consumer habits have SMBs investing in FinTech and embracing business model flexibility to preserve revenues.
How The Stage Was Set For The Pandemic’s Great Digital Shift
The pandemic has spurred a great shift to digital, but the foundation was already in place, underpinning consumer behaviors that seem poised for permanence.
Nigeria’s GDP expands by 1.87% amid global challenges
The non-oil sector contributed 90.50% to the nation’s GDP in the first quarter of 2020, less than the 90.78% in the first quarter of 2019
ITC to acquire spices maker Sunrise Foods
The company on May 23 entered into a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire 100% of the equity share capital of Sunrise Foods Private Limited.
As edible oils pact with Malaysia, Indonesia ends, India should now hike import duties: SEA
The Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) also urged the government to ban the import of refined palm oils or palmolien in order to encourage domestic production. These are some of the short-term measures the trade body has submitted to the government for making India self-sufficient in edible oils.
View: China's crypto is all about tracing — and power
Digital yuan trials are taking place just as Covid deepens mistrust with the US.
Frydenberg moves to shield boards from class action lawsuits
Directors will be relieved from strict obligations to keep investors updated after the Morrison government eased disclosure rules to shield boards from lawsuits.
'Very weak': Labor warned over Victoria's credit status
Ratings agency Standard & Poor's is worried about post-COVID debt, deficit and public sector wage bill.
Bayer says it makes progress in settlement talks over weedkiller
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Bayer said on Monday it had made progress seeking a settlement over claims its glyphosate-based Roundup weedkiller causes cancer, after Bloomberg reported the company reached a verbal agreement on about 50,000 to 85,000 cases.
More than 54 Lakh Cases worldwide, 3.45 Lakh Patients Died -
Corona virus continues to wreak havoc worldwide. More than 54 lakh cases of coronavirus have been reported worldwide. At the
Germany approves 9 billion euro aid package for Lufthansa
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Germany on Monday approved a 9 billion-euro ($9.8 billion) aid package for stricken airline Lufthansa to keep a major employer going through the turbulence of the...
Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS), FD to GoI Bonds: Top investment options for senior citizens
Best investment options for senior citizens during Coronavirus pandemic: Check out investments that can be done online without having to go out.
HDFC Bank Credit Card, Debit Card Offer: Save up to Rs 2000 on buying AC, refrigerators, coolers online
As part of the offer, HDFC Bank is providing 10 percent Instant Discount with HDFC Bank Credit Cards and Credit/Debit EMI Transactions.
Employees Provident Fund calculation: How much more you will take-home after PF rules change for COVID-19
EPF calculation: In the CTC salary model, take-home pay goes up by 4% of wages before tax, but for others hike in take-home is at the cost of reduced total salary.
‘No need for state economic package to tide over COVID crisis’: Uddhav Thackeray snubs BJP demand
Maharashtra Corona Update: Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has rejected the opposition BJP's demand for a package from the state government to tide over Coronavirus-induced crisis.
40% tourism firms staring at complete shutdown risk in next 6 mnths: Report
The report said that 81 per cent travel and tourism companies have lost their revenue up to 100 per cent
BDO tops initial list of top taxpayers in 2019
A subsidiary of embattled ABS-CBN also makes it to the initial list of the top 500 taxpayers
Snapchat daily user base in India grows by 120%
Photo messaging app Snapchat says its daily active user base (DAU) in the country has jumped 120 per cent year-on-year in March 2020.
Got $5,000? Then Invest It in These Cheap High-Yield Dividend Stocks.
These top-tier businesses boast sustainable yields ranging from 6.8% to 9.9%.
Africa’s energy potential can create opportunities amidst COVID-19
The AU Commission and IRENA say that the energy potential in Africa can turn the COVID-19 crisis into an opportunity for the continent and its population.
Wolves are at it again, destroying Zimbabwe’s currency
Zimbabwe’s currency Before the lockdown on March 30,was trading around ZW$35 to the United States dollar (USD). Within a week, it had raced to ZWS$45
Book sales soar as French Covid-19 lockdown eases
PARIS, May 25 — Book sales in France have soared since the country began to ease its lockdown, rocketing more than 230 per cent in a week, a survey showed today. A study for the trade weekly Livres Hebdo found that from May 11 to 17 bookshops did a roaring trade, with readers desperate to stock...
Bayer shares jump on report of Roundup settlement
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Shares in German chemical giant Bayer rose sharply today after reports it was close to a mass deal with American plaintiffs who say their cancers were caused by unit Monsanto’s Roundup weedkiller. Bayer stock was up around 5.3 per cent at €60.69 (US$66) in...
Furloughed Eurostar workers helping language students during school closures
Train drivers are among the staff who are hosting online sessions to help pupils maintain their skills while studying at home.
COVID-19: Fiji Airways cuts workforce by half
Pandemic-hit Fiji Airways fired more than half its workforce Monday, as travel restrictions put the islands
Need to know: Monday
The coronavirus pandemic is dominating global markets, business and politics. Here's our daily take on the most important stories, and some things to watch out for.
FEC shrugs off market worries over Bourke Street tower
Of eight construction projects in Melbourne given the green light on Monday, four involved crucial amendments to existing permits.
Adobe’s top tips to adapt your commerce strategy during the pandemic
Making clear and factual statements, meeting customer commitments, and ensuring business and operational continuity is more important than ever
Locusts swarm Rajasthan’s Jaipur, destroy crops spread over 5,00,000 hectares
While locusts have now entered several states including Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan faces a major challenge as locusts have damaged crops spread over 5 lakh hectares in the state.
60 days, 56-fold growth: India now second largest PPE manufacturer
According to Invest India, the government company, India has become the second largest maker of PPE kits, considered key to fight Covid-19. It has said India achieved this feat in two months.
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Fast Track mergers: MCA keen to extend facility to more classes of companies
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CBIC clears Rs 11,052 crore GST refund claims since April 8
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Furloughed Eurostar workers helping language students during school closures
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$26M for city staff payroll
The City of Vernon has disclosed its council and staff payroll for 2019, showing over $26 million in total payments for the last calendar year.
Nigeria's economy grows by 1.8% in first quarter of 2020
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40% travel, tourism firms staring at complete shutdown risk in next 3-6 months: Report
The report said that 81% travel and tourism companies have lost their revenue up to 100% while 15% of the companies have witnessed it slide up to 75%
Kerala CM pitches for continuance of LDF rule on govt.’s fourth anniversary
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British Airways 'to axe thousands of cabin crew workers and rehire them on half the pay'
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India’s wheat procurement surpasses last year’s level of 34.1 mn tonnes despite COVID hurdles | Economy News
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What every Canadian investor needs to know today
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Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 billion lifeline
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Furloughed Eurostar workers helping language students during school closures
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Birmingham City Council owes other councils more than £200m
A council owed other local authorities more than £200 million last year, the seventh highest total of any council in the UK, an investigation shows.
Book sales soar as French lockdown eases
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CBIC clears Rs 11,052 cr GST refund claims since April 8
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Hard times for Boeing, long a symbol of American might
Boeing, a longtime symbol of American industrial power, was unable to raise the funds to finance its business.
Asian shares tick up, eyes on China-US trade relations
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India among worst-hit nations: health minister says time to forget Tablighi incident
Coronavirus infections are now growing at nearly 7000 per day and deaths by three-digit increases
Bitcoin Miners in Sichuan Province Ordered to Shut Down in ‘Orderly Manner’
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Coronavirus effect: 40% travel, tourism companies may shut down in 3-6 months, says report
"The travel and tourism sector is going through a very bad phase. It has taken a severe beating due to the COVID-19 outbreak with lakhs of people dependent on it suffering immense losses and job cuts," the report said
Kotak Mahindra Bank gets shareholder nod to issue 6.5 crore equity shares
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Melon-aires not required as Japan premium fruit prices plunge
Tokyo: A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen ($46,000) reached at auction last year, as the coronavirus bites hard.
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Asian stocks began the week in mixed fashion as traders weighed more signs of economies reopening around the world against the rise in U.S.-China tensions.
IL&FS invites EoI for 26% in Tripura power plant, sources say ONGC may bid
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Moody's revises outlook on Adani Abbot Point Terminal's rating to stable
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Wheat procurement surpasses last year's level of 34.1 MT despite hurdles
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VW owners in Germany can claim damages, court rules
Court rules against carmaker for selling vehicles with manipulated diesel engines
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Japan lifts coronavirus emergency in all remaining areas
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to reopen.
Germany’s highest court rules VW should offer Dieselgate compensation
Thousands of motorists can now claim damages from the carmaker.
NNPC says top management appointments on merit
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Algeria plans to grow its solar generation almost ten-fold to support increasing domestic demand while boosting its position as an energy exporter.
JNU strongly advises students stranded in hostels to return home
This is to underline that the Government of India updates daily about the COVID-19 pandemic situation. At present, the number of cases in Delhi is increasing swiftly day by day, the circular asking students to return home said.
CBIC clears Rs 11,052 crore GST refund claims since April 8
In a tweet, the CBIC said it is "committed to ensuring liquidity to GST taxpayers especially MSME sectors during the lockdown".
Top German court grants buybacks for VW diesel car owners
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Lufthansa state rescue deal agreed in principle, say sources
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Japan lifts Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes fresh stimulus
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Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon
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USD/CHF surrenders early gains to 1-week tops, still comfortably above 0.9700
The USD/CHF pair struggled to capitalize on its early uptick to one-week tops and now seemed headed back to the lower end of its daily trading range.
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'It's kind of glum': US farmers worry as crop prices dip
Dave Burrier steered his tractor through a field, following a GPS map as he tried to plant as much corn as possible amid the yellow and green rye covering the ground.
IAF’s Second LCA Tejas Squadron To Be Raised At Sulur Air Base With FOC Configuration Aircraft
The Indian Air Force (IAF) will raise the second squadron of the indigenously developed and manufactured aircraft LCA Tejas at the Sulur Air Base in Tamil Nadu on Wednesday (27 May), Hindustan Times has reported.
Perform Or Perish: Now, Railway Contractors’ Efficiency To Be Appraised By Project Engineers, To Boost Quality, Safety
However, performance appraisal report of all zonal contractors irrespective of value shall be filled in.
The Nigerian fraudsters ripping off the unemployment system
"Scattered Canary" group is scamming vital benefits programs amid the pandemic.
Citi warns that coronavirus may push 31 million women into unemployment and knock $1 trillion from world GDP, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Overall there are 44 million workers at risk of losing their jobs because of the pandemic, Citi said. 31 million women, and 13 million men.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
‘Impact investing is going to be the mainstream’
Aavishkaar’s Vineet Rai believes that Covid-19 has forced the world’s richest people into thinking more about resilience than returns
NGOs being starved of funds
Almost all big donations are now being diverted to the PM CARES Fund, as it provides 100% tax exemption and companies’ contributions to the Fund qualify as CSR
How the Sunrise Foods buy spices up business for ITC
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New payment to support Kiwis through COVID
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MediaWorks announces 130 job losses
MediaWorks has announced that 130 staff are being redundant in its radio and sales teams.
Volkswagen ordered to compensate motorists in landmark ‘Dieselgate’ ruling
A German federal court judge ruled on Monday that Volkswagen has to pay compensation to motorists who purchased vehicles with manipulated diesel engines, a major blow for the carmaker in its home mar…
Aston Martin chief to leave, Mercedes-AMG CEO to replace him - source
Aston Martin Chief Executive Andy Palmer is leaving the business as part of a management shake-up and will be replaced by Tobias Moers, CEO of ...
In China's auto market, worries grow that cashback deals and gifts presage damaging price war
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What Investors Can Learn From Sears And J. C. Penney
History often does repeat itself. Being innovative matters now more than ever as America reopens. The J. C. Penney and Sears experiences can inform investors lo
Dollar General: Hoping That Nothing Has Changed
Dollar General is about to report earnings for the second time since the COVID-19 crisis hit the United States. The retailer should benefit from both the stockp
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While the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 nears all-time highs, select big dividend stocks remain attractively priced. This report shares data on over 100 high yield stoc
Gucci announces plans to cut back to 2 fashion shows a year as the coronavirus pandemic ravages the luxury fashion industry
"I will abandon the worn-out ritual of seasonalities and shows to regain a new cadence, closer to my expressive call," Gucci's creative director said.
Covid-19: Ghaziabad administration seals border with Delhi, only essential services allowed
In view of spurt in Covid-19 cases with travel history to Delhi, the Ghaziabad administration has decided to seal off its borders with the national ca
Lotteries need a loan
Ontario is extending a line of credit of up to $500 million to its lottery and gaming agency.
The impact of COVID-19 on Africa
Global solidarity with Africa is an imperative.
Japan must start drafting an Indo-Pacific charter
After watching dozens of webinars, including one co-hosted by the Canon Institute for Global Studies and the Stimson Center, it seems clear that no one kno
Japan will aim to shore up travel demand from late July
The government will carry out support measures to shore up demand in the travel and restaurant industries hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, starting la
Clubhouse: Silicon Valley Perks Up Its Ears for Buzzy Audio Chat Startup
It’s a secret, almost. But Silicon Valley is buzzing over a new audio-chat social network which is struggling to keep … Clubhouse: Silicon Valley Perks Up Its Ears for Buzzy Audio Chat Startup Read More »
Hacker Selling 80,000 Users’ Data Stolen From Cryptocurrency Wallets
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Japan to End Tokyo’s State of Emergency, Eyes Fresh $930 Billion Stimulus
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Oil steadies as demand uncertainty tempers supply cuts
Brent had eased by 5 cents, or 0.14 per cent to $35.08 a barrel by 1014 GMT
German business expectations pick up as lockdown is lifted
Monthly survey finds improving outlook despite pessimism over current effect of pandemic
Blow to Bitcoin as Latest BofA Survey Finds Loopholes in “Bear Market Rally”
Bitcoin's breakneck bounce off its March 13 lows transformed into a full-fledged rally, eking up to 161.25 percent gains in just two months. But the cryptocurre
There’s a 77% Chance Bitcoin Trades Above $9,200 This Week: Market Study
Bitcoin may still be up 135% from March's lows, but the cryptocurrency's technical outlook is far from bearish.
LPG filling station approved
Councillors approved a planning application to convert a vacant car sales yard into a liquid petroleum gas filling station.
CEO buys ailing New Zealand media giant for one dollar
Nine said that Stuff chief executive Sinead Boucher would take over the company, which operates New Zealand's most popular news website, stuff.co.nz, and titles such as Wellington's Dominion Post and the Christchurch Press.
The artisans behind Italian fashion tremble at their future
Until recently, some of most intricately embroidered fabrics in the world, like those found in garments designed by Giorgio Armani, Valentino, Etro and Prada, have come out of a duplex apartment complex in Milan, the home of a small business called Pino Grasso Ricami.
Citi warns that coronavirus may push 31 million women into unemployment and knock $1 trillion from world GDP
Global GDP could shrink as much as $1 trillion if a predicted 31 million women lose their jobs during the coronavirus pandemic, Citi has warned.
Japan lifts state of emergency for Tokyo, 4 other prefectures
Japan lifted a nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-largest economy as government officials warned caution was still necessary to prevent another wave. "We had very stringent criteria for lifting the state of emergency. We have judged that we have met this," Prime…
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Nasdaq to Consolidate European CSD Business
Nasdaq, an exchange operator, will be consolidating its central securities depository business in Europe, by merging Nasdaq CSD Iceland with Nasdaq CSD SE.
Vendors evicted from Mulungu landing site
The increased water levels in Lake Victoria left the market submerged, posing a health challenge to traders.
Abiteboul believes in F1 project: ''This will be good for us too''
Renault is in heavy weather. According to several sources, the French car manufacturer has to cut back considerably and it cannot be ruled out that the Formula 1 team will suffer as a result. However, Cyril Abiteboul doesn't think so.
Coronavirus impact: IDFC First Bank's senior management to take 10% pay cut
The bank's chief executive officer (CEO) V Vaidyanathan is taking a 30 per cent cut, including fixed and allowances
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RBI’s relief measures round-three restates the intention to ease the functioning of the financial markets and easing the market risks brewing in the economy amidst the deteriorating economic outlook.
Income Tax Saving: How your spouse can help you save taxes
Your spouse not only helps you in meeting your social and personal obligations, but can also help you in saving income tax. Here is how.
Boost for zero-emission sources as global capital backs Indian solar power
The tumbling tariffs of solar power, however, have slashed the expectations of returns by investors from 14 per cent to 12 per cent
Realtors body Credai write to PM seeking more funding, loan restructuring
The govt has already extended project completion and registration by six months and extended credit-linked subsidy scheme by a year
Promoter to sell 2.75% stake worth $1 bn in Bharti Airtel via block deals
Shares are being offered to large investors at 6 per cent discount to March 22 closing price of Rs 593; Mittal company joins top Indian companies in raising funds
Shinzo Abe lifts Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh economic stimulus
The move meant that the whole country would now have the social distancing curbs loosened, after an initial lifting of restrictions for most areas on May 14
Govt asks RBI to remove sugar from negative list as virus hits consumption
Such a move would spur infusion of fresh liquidity and working capital in sugar mills, facilitating speedy settlement of cane arrears
India moves to ban Zoom over privacy concerns
Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, Zoom has gained popularity around the world but the company has been under a microscope due to a number of security
Mindanao's trademark abaca paper is now a face mask
Tests by the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) Region 10 show that the abaca fiber mask has a filtration rate 7 times better than cloth masks and has lower water absorption than N95 masks
COVID-19: 15 restaurants closed in Saudi city of Jeddah for flouting hygiene rules
Other food outlets warned; aim is to ensure safety of food and public health
COVID-19: Is this the end of the road for Renault?
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Asia stocks rise as countries ease lockdown restriction, Hong Kong extends losses
Hong Kong sank again after the city was rocked by protests at the weekend over a controversial proposed security law
New Zealand's largest media company being sold for just $1 to its CEO
Stuff faced financial challenges before the coronavirus pandemic struck and has since seen advertising revenues plunge
Will Social Security Beneficiaries Qualify for a Second Stimulus Check?
Social Security recipients were eligible for an Economic Impact Payment under the CARES Act -- should they expect something similar for stimulus 2.0?
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Eight hundred billion reasons to be careful: SA’s Covid-19 rescue package
The social relief and economic support plan presents a real test of government’s commitment to tackling corruption.
Japan lifts Tokyo’s state of emergency, eyes fresh stimulus
TOKYO, May 25 (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday that Japan will lift a state of emergency for Tokyo and four remaining areas later in the day but that it could be reimposed if the pace of infections picked up.
South African public-sector wage dispute moves to arbitration
JOHANNESBURG, May 25 (Reuters) - Early attempts to resolve a wage dispute between the South African government and public-sector trade unions have failed and the dispute will now move to arbitration, according to the bargaining chamber where such wage disputes are heard.
AIIMS sanitation chief dies of COVID
Senior sanitation supervisor at AIIMS, New Delhi, Heera Lal never missed a day on duty—until COVID-19 struck him last Tuesday and took him away on Monday morning.
Japan lifts Tokyo’s state of emergency
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a state of emergency for Tokyo and four remaining areas on Monday after the number of infections fell across the country, but warned that it could be reimposed if the virus started spreading again.
50 trafficked ladies arrive in Nigeria from Lebanon
Kayode Oyero The Federal Government has said 69 stranded persons including 50 trafficked Nigerian ladies arrived in the country from Lebanon on Sunday. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffr...
Nigeria’s GDP rises by 1.87% in Q1 2020
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Toot toot! Afterpay runs into index day
Beware the Afterpay train this week.
China defends tariffs on barley
In the latest salvo in the ongoing barley tariff war, China's Commerce Minister claims Australia was "subsidising" the grain and says the tariffs were based on evidence.
Apollo's Ventia asks for $1.6b, five banks on board
Apollo Global Management and CIMIC Group's services contractor Ventia has lobbed a $1.6 billion litmus test into Australia's leveraged loans market.
COVID-19 could push Nigeria into another recession — Attah
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Telstra CEO wants NBN upgrade paths reflected in govt policy
Calls for telcos to be unshackled from past policy and decisions.
EUR/GBP Price Analysis: Remains confined in a range near mid-0.8900s
The EUR/GBP cross continued with its struggle for a firm near-term direction and remained confined well within a one-week-old narrow trading band arou
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Q1 earnings season is virtually over. While the S&P 500 chart is showing a consolidation, Randy Frederick from Charles Schwab wouldn’t be surprised if
USD/JPY: Downside potential is limited
The USD/JPY pair trades around 107.70, unable to attract investors after Japan announced it will lift the state of emergency in all the country, Valer
EUR/CHF: SNB looking to contain Swiss franc action – CIBC
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GBP/USD: Near-term downside risks into mid-year – CIBC
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Filipina domestic worker commits suicide in Lebanon: embassy
A Filipina domestic worker has committed suicide in Lebanon at a shelter run by her embassy, consular officials said Sunday, days after a rights group complained about accommodation at the shelter.
Foreigners join 'Stuck in Taiwan - Best Place to Be' for help
Nearly 300 foreigners stranded in Taiwan form Facebook group to seek help with housing, work
BMTC introduces flat bus fare system in Bengaluru to replace daily passes; system aimed at minimising contact during travel
The BMTC's new flat fare system will minimise contact in buses during travel amid the coronavirus pandemic
Erosion of fiscal federalism in the times of Covid-19
As the Centre steamrolls policies on cash-strapped States, the fiscal demands the current pandemic have put extraordinary pressures on State finances
Govt Should Delay Road Tax Increase Due To Economic Crisis
“The Government should delay an increase in road user charges scheduled for 1 July this year,” according to ACT Leader David Seymour.
Mnangagwa running out of time
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Flash PMI Shows Japan On Course For Record Downturn In Second Quarter
Flash Japan PMI remained well below 50 in May, indicating a further sharp drop in output. Job losses intensified as firms face steep falls in sales. Export orde
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Glenn Greenberg’s 13F portfolio value decreased from $1.89B to $1.74B this quarter. Brave Warrior Advisors added HCA Healthcare and increased Anthem while reduc
Still A Lot Of Value In Corporate Bond Market
Readers can see that currently even AAA OAS are cheaper to Treasuries than at any point in the last 10 years. Ending late last week at +89 bps to Treasuries, ev
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This week we take stock of the uneasy landscape with downgrades, delayed payments, and yet massive monetary easing. We also document a couple of key trends in d
Four more COVID-19 deaths at Langley care home, max still 50 vehicles for outdoor events
All four COVID-19 deaths in B.C. over the past 48 hours were at Langley Lodge, which is experiencing a second outbreak.
New payment to support Kiwis through COVID - Government
The COVID-19 crisis has had a significant impact on the jobs and livelihoods of New Zealanders.
U.S calls for probe against AfDB president
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The oil industry is faced with an extraordinary situation. Our government’s view is to take a cautious and conscious approach of a balance in price, save it and use it for welfare, says Petroleum Minister
Swarms of locusts enter Jaipur residential areas
Locusts normally affect districts in western Rajasthan but this time the swarms have travelled as far as Jaipur city. The swarms later headed towards Dausa district.
Tesco announces two big changes to Clubcard scheme - and it's good news
The supermarket is giving shoppers more time to retrospectively add Clubcard points to their accounts - while those who have already claimed them will have an extra year to use them up
Volkswagen loses landmark German case as diesel owners stand to receive damages
The ‘dieselgate’ scandal has so far cost Volkswagen more than $32.7 billion in damages and regulatory fines
Vermilion Energy CEO Anthony Marino steps down, executive committee to take over role
Vermilion says it has created an executive committee to run the company instead of replacing Marino
Bayer says it makes progress in settlement talks over weedkiller
Bayer shares rose sharply on May 25, 2020, after reports it was close to a mass deal with American plaintiffs who claim that the company’s glyphosate-based Roundup weedkiller causes cancer
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VW defeated in landmark Dieselgate case brought by van buyer
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Irish receiving Trump’s $1,200 checks in error could be banned from USA
Hundreds of Irish J-1 visa holders no longer living in the United States have accidentally received economic impact payments during the COVID-19 pandemic, and cashing the checks could affect any future attempts to enter the US. The $1,200 payment was sent to a significant number of former J-1 students in April...
Deep Dive: Preventing Financial Crime Amid The COVID-19 Pandemic
This Deep Dive explores the methods bad actors are leveraging to scam bank customers and the methods FIs are using to stem the tide of fraud.
Japan set to lift coronavirus emergency as cases slow
Japan was poised to lift its nationwide state of emergency over the coronavirus on Monday, gradually reopening the world's third-biggest economy
Pubs take legal action against FBD over Covid insurance
Over 1,000 pubs and bars are affected by a dispute about whether or not their insurance policies with FBD Insurance Plc cover the disruptive impact of Covid-19 on their businesses, the Commercial Court has been told.
Use pandemic to stop brain drain, MPs told, as payments for CERB top $40 billion
OTTAWA — The federal government should use the COVID-19 pandemic to reverse a brain drain of top tech talent south of the border, a House of Commons committee heard Monday, alongside warnings that . . .
German court ruling clears the way to settle VW diesel cases
KARLSRUHE, Germany — A German court has ruled that Volkswagen must buy back cars from owners of its diesel cars equipped with software that evaded emissions testing — but consumers must accept the . . .
German business morale rebounds in May as corona restrictions are eased
The Ifo institute said its May survey showed that its business climate index rose to 79.5 from a downwardly revised 74.2 in April. A Reuters poll of economists had pointed to a reading of 78.3.
Center Parcs, Butlin's, Haven and Pontins updates on reopening
UK holiday parks have been forced to delay even further due to coronavirus
35,000 who had been recieving Pandemic Unemployment Payment returned to work last week
Assistant Secretary General at the Department of Taoiseach Liz Canavan said that while 579,000 people remain on the €350 per-week payment introduced at the beginning of the outbreak, 35,900 returned to work in the last week.
EU eyes first face-to-face summit in months to haggle over budget
European Commission to propose blueprint for € 1tn multiannual financial framework
Bayer reaches agreement in 125,000 US cancer lawsuits
Pharmaceutical giant reportedly does deal to end inherited costly legal battle
New emissions blow for VW as German court backs damages claims
KARLSRUHE, Germany (Reuters) - Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) must pay compensation to owners of vehicles with rigged diesel engines in Germany, a court ruled on Monday, dealing a fresh blow to the automaker almost five years after its emissions scandal erupted.
With little state aid, zombie shops in Portugal fear short-lived reopening
LISBON (Reuters) - Leaning over the golden-plated counter of the “Fantastic World of Sardines” in Portugal’s capital, cashier Andre Moureira waited for just a single customer to break the boredom of the morning.
AIIMS Sanitation Supervisor Died due to Coronavirus, Posted in OPD -
A sanitation supervisor of All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) died due to corona virus, he was 58 years
A1 Belarus starts 5G standalone test network in Minsk
Mobile operator A1 Belarus has started testing part of its 5G standalone network. The company claims its network is the first standalone 5G network in the country, with no reliance on the operator's LTE network.
A1 Belarus starts 5G standalone test network in Minsk
Mobile operator A1 Belarus has started testing part of its 5G standalone network. The company claims its network is the first standalone 5G network in the country, with no reliance on the operator's LTE network.
‘Project Birch’: Treasury draws up last resort bailout plan to rescue Britain’s largest companies
‘Project Birch’ could see Britain’s Treasury step in to support key British companies whose failure will “disproportionately harm the economy
RoboForex Expands Crypto Offering, Adds ETH/BTC and LTC/BTC
RoboForex has expanded its cryptocurrency offering by increasing the number of crypto pairs available for trading to include ETH/BTC and LTC/BTC.
KCCA should partner with Kiira Motors on city buses project
It is proposed that special lanes will be put in place for the Eco- (sic) electric and combustion fuel efficient buses starting at the City Square in a ring road...
Sun rises for ITC's aggressive acquisitions
ITC's acquisition of Sunrise is its biggest deal in the past two decades and shows company's readiness for inorganic growth to meet the turnover target of Rs 1 lakh crore for its non-cigarettes FMCG business by 2030
Another staff member of AIIMS dies due to coronavirus in Delhi
A staff member at the All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS), Delhi died from coronavirus on Monday. This is the third case of death from AIIMS.
Spain to welcome foreign tourists back from July
Madrid: Spain urged foreign tourists on Monday to return from July as one of Europe's strictest lockdowns eased, with streets gradually filling again and some pupils returning to school.
Renault must join French-German battery project: minister
Paris: Renault will have to join a French-German project developing batteries in order to receive a five billion euro ($5.4 billion) government rescue loan, Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said Monday.
MCX will now allow crude oil trading in negative, exchange releases API to record prices below zero
A month after settling the crude oil contracts in the negative, India’s largest commodity derivative segment, MCX, has released a new application programming interface which will facilitate a negative price on its software.
HDFC's pre-tax profit down 27% in Q4 due to higher provisioning for Covid
After adjusting for fair value adjustments, profit on sale of investment, dividend and provisioning, the adjusted profit before tax for the quarter ended March 31, 2020 is, Rs 3,535 crore
Greek silversmith Sotirios Voulgaris created the world-famous BVLGARI brand
BVLGARI is a world leading luxury brand known for its fine jewellery, watches, fragrances, accessories and leather goods.
Russia's Aeroflot reports 95% passenger drop in April 2020
Aeroflot Group expects to gradually increase the number of flights across Russia in June 2020
ICC Elections: Huge blow for Manohar as Ethics Officer clears Graves
Ethics Officer dismisses claim there was monetary exchange between ECB and CWI
COVID-19: 103 Indians arrive in Kochi from San Francisco, 146 reach Gaya from Doha
India continues repatriation flights under ‘Vande Bharat’ mission
IBM, HP announce major job cuts
Although exact number of layoffs was not confirmed, reports suggest it could be in the thousands.
Five new COVID-19 cases in Lebanon
So far, 1119 cases were officially recorded with no new deaths, rendering the total number of deaths at 26.
3 Stocks to Buy and Hold for Decades
Great businesses can allow you to compound your wealth over the decades.
Pattie Lovett-Reid: Let the commercial rent relief applications begin...we hope
The past weekend has to have a been a tough one for small businesses waiting to hear whether or not their landlord is going to apply to the federal government for the Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance program. CTV News' Chief Financial Commentator Pattie Lovett-Reid breaks down what they can expect.
German government, regions tussle over reopening from lockdowns
BERLIN, May 25 — Germany’s central and regional governments were at odds today over when and how far to ease contact distancing rules, with allies of Chancellor Angela Merkel warning that scrapping them risks unleashing a new wave of coronavirus infections. The row erupted after Bodo Ramelow,...
Report: Billionaires Have Made $434 Billion During Coronavirus Pandemic
According to a recent report, American billionaires have enjoyed a huge boost in net worth in the first two months of the Chinese virus pandemic, earning around $434 billion since March 19, when many states went into lockdown.
German court ruling clears way to settle VW diesel cases
The decision affects some 60,000 individual claims brought by car owners in Germany.
The workers that make your food put their lives on the line during pandemic. Whether they're protected now is up to you.
The American food supply chain from meat processing plants to fast-food chains relies on people working low-paying jobs that put them at risk for harassment, injury, and even death.
Time to take economy out of intensive care: PM
Scott Morrison will appeal to a "new sense of common purpose", with $1.5 billion in federal funding to the states as leverage, to deliver an economic recovery he envisages will take between three and five years.
Consumer Confidence Inches Higher in Canada, Except for Housing
Consumer confidence continues to show signs of improving in Canada, inching higher for a fourth straight week.
Spain to End Quarantine Requirement for Foreign Travelers July 1
Spain will stop enforcing mandatory quarantine for foreign tourists from July 1, as the country prepares to reboot its key tourism industry.
EUR/JPY bounces off lows near 117.00
The now better tone in the single currency is giving EUR/JPY extra wings, pushing it above the key 117.00 mark at the beginning of the week. EUR/JPY f
AUD/USD pares early losses, registers modest gains near 0.6550
The AUD/USD pair started the week with a small bearish gap but didn't have a hard time erasing its losses with the risk-on environment helping the AUD
Gold Price Analysis: Trades with modest losses, downside seems limited
Gold traded with a mild negative bias through the mid-European session amid the prevalent risk-on mood, albeit has managed to defend the $1722 horizon
Tokyo stocks open higher on virus hopes
Tokyo stocks opened higher on Monday on expectations the state of emergency will be lifted for the whole nation including economic powerhouse Tokyo.
Sid Meier’s Civilization VI is available for free on Epic Games Store till 28 May
Civilization VI is the latest in a series of turn-based strategy games which started in 1991.
Gold prices slip on rising dollar, equities; renewed Sino-US trade tensions restrict losses, silver falls 0.7%
Spot gold was down 0.3 percent at $1,729.05 per ounce. US gold futures fell 0.4 percent to $1,729.40.
As Covid-19 Disrupts Global Supply Chains, Will Companies Turn to India?
It’s an increasingly viable option for companies anxious about sourcing from China.
German govt to climb aboard at Lufthansa in virus rescue
Berlin will climb aboard airline giant Lufthansa as its largest shareholder in a nine-billion-euro ($9.8 billion) rescue if investors and competition authorities agree, as the coronavirus-stricken carrier ...
Reliance Industries’ Online Grocery Service JioMart Goes Live In 200 Towns Across India
Reliance Industries limited has now officially launched its online grocery service, JioMart, across the nation after running pilot programme in Maharashtra’s Navi Mumbai, Thane, and Kalyan, reports India TV News.
PRESENTING: 38 power players disrupting the $130 billion consulting industry and solving problems for clients in crisis, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - These leaders are strategizing for clients, rethinking recruitment, and leading D&I efforts at global firms.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The workers that make your food put their lives on the line during pandemic. Whether they're protected now is up to you., Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The American food supply chain relies on people working low-paying jobs that put them at risk for harassment, injury, and even death.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Kotak Mahindra Bank cuts interest rate by 0.50% on savings deposits
Private sector lender Kotak Mahindra Bank (KMB) on Monday slashed the interest rate on savings deposits by a further 0.50 per cent. The bank has cut rates twice last month on its deposit rate offering
JAFL Litigation Funding Partners Limited (the Company) – Press Release And Investor Update
FeltexClaimants now have until Monday 13 July 2020 to complete Stage 2 funding. The decision of Justice Dobson dated 22 May 2020 (the decision) suggests at [86] a Stage 2 trial date of 27 October 2020 for a hearing of up to 6 weeks.
With State of Emergency Lifted, Japan Begins Gradual Reopening
Retailers in Tokyo began opening their doors last week, but some will continue to wait.
Flash Australia PMI Signals A Further Slump In Business Activity During May
Flash Australia PMI at 26.4, signalling another steep decline in business activity. Slumping demand accompanies the fall in output. Job losses continue at marke
What To Do When Your Employer Cuts Your 401k Matching
Even many Americans that still have jobs are seeing pay and benefit cuts. 401k matching is often one of the first things on the chopping block. If your employer
Pick Your Bias And Selective Data Will Support
Different investment horizons favor different inputs. There currently appears to be a tug of war between the inputs that please bulls and bears. I expect prior
Surgutneftegas: Now It Looks A Bit Less Crazy In This Crazy Market
Unlike many other Russian O&G companies, Surgutneftegas decided to cut its dividends. Earlier, the company's earnings for 2019 crashed by 8 times. From this per
SeaChange Warns Of An Abysmal Q1 As Customers Continue To Delay Purchase Decisions
Discussing recent Q1/FY2021 earnings warning. Customers continue to delay purchase decisions, resulting in an at least 55% sequential revenue decrease with like
Twilio: Coronavirus Accelerating Positive Trends, Downside Ahead
TWLO blew out Q1 expectations, as the coronavirus did the opposite of what people expected and accelerated its business. If you think about it, this is pretty i
High Yields From Tax-Advantaged Debt: America First Multifamily
COVID-19 has created a completely new environment. The market is still struggling with figuring out the new reality and balancing the opposing forces. Where the
Natural Gas Bounce - As Expected
A higher low in the energy commodity. The signs of falling production continue. Trading from the long side in natural gas. Why UGAZ is a far better instrument t
The Week Ahead
The economic calendar is light. With shutdowns easing in May, April data is too dated to be of much interest to investors. The preliminary May PMIs last week of
Merger Arbitrage Analysis And Spread Performance - May 24, 2020
ForeScout Technologies declines following the accusation of a MAE and subsequent legal action. COVID-19 forces investors to reanalyse merger arbitrage risks. Av
IIT Bhubaneswar Develops Technology To Make Online Testing Easier
IIT Bhubaneswar has developed a new technology to make it easier to conduct online testing. It will be equipped with a virtual exam hall and invigilators.
Wage subsidy scheme pays out more than a billion euro
The amount of money paid out under the coronavirus wage subsidy scheme has surpassed 1.1 billion euro, a senior civil servant has said.
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These leaders are strategizing for clients, rethinking recruitment, and leading D&I efforts at global firms.
How much the average homeowner pays for insurance in the US, by state and home value
The value of your home, where you live, and the coverage level you choose can all impact your homeowners insurance cost.
The workers that make your food put their lives on the line during pandemic. Whether they're protected now is up to you.
The American food supply chain relies on people working low-paying jobs that put them at risk for harassment, injury, and even death.
Need to adopt AI aggressively to ensure inclusive development in corona-hit world: Ravi Shankar Prasad
India Business News: Emphasising that the government’s Aarogya Setu app protects individual user’s privacy, Telecom and IT Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad said on Monday that
Govt releases Rs 1,000 crore to West Bengal; central team to visit soon to assess cyclone damage
The rescue-and-relief operations in West Bengal were discussed at a meeting of the National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC), headed by Cabinet Secr
WATCH: Reporter Gets Heckled for Wearing a Mask While Covering a Story
Minnesota reporter Lou Raguse was sent to Albany, Minnesota, a town of roughly 2,500 people, to cover a protest/rally outside of Shady's Tavern. The bar's owner was going to open his doors in defiance of Gov. Tim Walz's (D) stay-at-home order. When Raguse and his cameraman showed up donning masks, the crowd began to chant "take it off!"
New payment to support Kiwis through Covid-19
The Government today announced a new temporary payment to support New Zealanders who lose their jobs due to the global COVID-19 pandemic to adjust and find new employment or retrain.
German court ruling clears way to settle VW diesel cases
The decision affects some 60,000 individual claims brought by car owners in Germany.
Money laundering in games
UPDATE 12:35 p.m. A public inquiry into money laundering in British Columbia has heard that cash is still king but cryptocurrencies and other virtual trade could rise as a trend.
NPD report shows this April had record console sales for the month in the US
It looks like COVID 19 has led to some breaking sales for the video games industry during the month of April in the US, a point at which lockdown measures were in full effect across the country. In th
Coronavirus | CREDAI writes to PM, seeks immediate relief for realty sector
The industry body has pitched for additional institutional funding, waiver of penal interest and customer-centric tax treatment of real estate, among others.
Ramzan celebrations muted
Celebrations on Eid-ul-Fitr, popularly known as Ramzan, were subdued with no mass prayers in any part of the central region on Monday.Hundreds of Muslims usually congregated at idgah grounds and mosqu
Reverse migration to villages has set economy back by 15 years, says JNU professor
India risks losing benefits of the demographic dividend by not creating enough jobs for new entrants, warns Professor Mehrotra.
Could now be a good time to buy a house? Suffolk housing market after coronavirus explained
A leading Suffolk estate agent has explained why now could be a good time to buy a house for some people – but has warned that, for others, things could be more difficult.
UK’s NatWest Reports Significant Increase in Local Businesses Accepting Payment Cards, as they Move Away from Cash Due to COVID-19
Consumers across the globe continue to increasingly use digital payments options instead of physical cash, due to COVID-19. NatWest claims that it has witnes
Monday’s small-cap stocks to watch
Our roundup of Canadian small-caps of between $100-million and $2.5-billion in market capitalization making news and on the move today
Cetera Advisors LLC Sells 2,568 Shares of Marathon Oil Co. (NYSE:MRO)
Cetera Advisors LLC lowered its stake in shares of Marathon Oil Co. (NYSE:MRO) by 16.5% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel reports. The fund owned 13,013 shares of the oil and gas producer’s stock after selling 2,568 shares during the quarter. Cetera Advisors LLC’s holdings in Marathon Oil were worth $43,000 as of its most recent […]
Interpublic Group of Companies Inc (NYSE:IPG) Shares Purchased by Swiss National Bank
Swiss National Bank raised its holdings in Interpublic Group of Companies Inc (NYSE:IPG) by 23.2% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 1,504,918 shares of the business services provider’s stock after buying an additional 283,800 shares during the quarter. Swiss National […]
AE Wealth Management LLC Boosts Stock Position in Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNPS)
AE Wealth Management LLC raised its stake in Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:SNPS) by 14.7% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 1,785 shares of the semiconductor company’s stock after purchasing an additional 229 shares during the period. AE Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in […]
Swiss National Bank Acquires 69,600 Shares of Wynn Resorts, Limited (NASDAQ:WYNN)
Swiss National Bank increased its holdings in shares of Wynn Resorts, Limited (NASDAQ:WYNN) by 22.8% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 374,875 shares of the casino operator’s stock after purchasing an additional 69,600 shares during the period. Swiss National Bank owned […]
ETRADE Capital Management LLC Has $597,000 Holdings in Lithia Motors Inc (NYSE:LAD)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC increased its position in shares of Lithia Motors Inc (NYSE:LAD) by 10.8% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The firm owned 7,294 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 708 shares during the period. ETRADE Capital […]
1,396 Shares in Mercadolibre Inc (NASDAQ:MELI) Purchased by Fiera Capital Corp
Fiera Capital Corp acquired a new stake in Mercadolibre Inc (NASDAQ:MELI) in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund acquired 1,396 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $682,000. A number of other hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of the […]
ETRADE Capital Management LLC Boosts Stock Position in Seagate Technology PLC (NASDAQ:STX)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC grew its stake in Seagate Technology PLC (NASDAQ:STX) by 15.4% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 9,677 shares of the data storage provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 1,289 shares during the quarter. ETRADE Capital Management LLC’s […]
ETRADE Capital Management LLC Raises Stake in American Express (NYSE:AXP)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC increased its stake in shares of American Express (NYSE:AXP) by 9.4% in the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The institutional investor owned 7,015 shares of the payment services company’s stock after buying an additional 603 shares during the quarter. ETRADE Capital Management LLC’s holdings in American Express were worth $600,000 as of […]
Cetera Advisor Networks LLC Purchases 1,000 Shares of GMS Inc (NYSE:GMS)
Cetera Advisor Networks LLC grew its position in GMS Inc (NYSE:GMS) by 4.3% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 24,090 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 1,000 shares during the period. Cetera Advisor Networks […]
Swiss National Bank Boosts Stake in Teladoc Health Inc (NYSE:TDOC)
Swiss National Bank lifted its stake in shares of Teladoc Health Inc (NYSE:TDOC) by 1.8% in the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 133,400 shares of the health services provider’s stock after acquiring an additional 2,400 shares during the quarter. Swiss National Bank’s holdings in Teladoc Health were worth $20,678,000 at the end of […]
First Allied Advisory Services Inc. Has $402,000 Stock Holdings in Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG)
First Allied Advisory Services Inc. raised its holdings in Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG) by 4.4% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 614 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock after purchasing an additional 26 shares during the quarter. First Allied […]
Mackay Shields LLC Cuts Stake in Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. (NASDAQ:JKHY)
Mackay Shields LLC lowered its position in shares of Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. (NASDAQ:JKHY) by 0.5% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 11,985 shares of the technology company’s stock after selling 58 shares during the quarter. Mackay Shields LLC’s holdings […]
ETRADE Capital Management LLC Sells 2,520 Shares of Ball Co. (NYSE:BLL)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC decreased its position in Ball Co. (NYSE:BLL) by 27.1% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The fund owned 6,796 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after selling 2,520 shares during the period. ETRADE Capital Management LLC’s holdings in Ball were worth $439,000 as […]
Invesco Ltd. (NYSE:IVZ) Position Boosted by AE Wealth Management LLC
AE Wealth Management LLC increased its holdings in Invesco Ltd. (NYSE:IVZ) by 17.3% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 25,084 shares of the asset manager’s stock after buying an additional 3,696 shares during the quarter. AE Wealth Management LLC’s […]
Albemarle Co. (NYSE:ALB) Shares Acquired by Swiss National Bank
Swiss National Bank grew its holdings in Albemarle Co. (NYSE:ALB) by 23.2% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 411,607 shares of the specialty chemicals company’s stock after acquiring an additional 77,400 shares during the period. Swiss National Bank owned about 0.39% […]
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:WSM) Shares Purchased by First Trust Advisors LP
First Trust Advisors LP lifted its holdings in Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE:WSM) by 46.5% during the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 117,633 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock after acquiring an additional 37,327 shares during the quarter. First Trust Advisors LP owned 0.15% […]
Cetera Advisor Networks LLC Decreases Stock Position in Newmont Goldcorp Corp (NYSE:NEM)
Cetera Advisor Networks LLC lessened its stake in shares of Newmont Goldcorp Corp (NYSE:NEM) by 37.3% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 8,034 shares of the basic materials company’s stock after selling 4,773 shares during the period. Cetera Advisor Networks LLC’s holdings in Newmont […]
A Lot of Binance Exmployees Opt to be Paid in Crypto Rather Than Fiat: CEO
The CEO of crypto exchange Binance, Chagpeng Zhao (CZ) acknowledged that "a lot" of employees opt to be paid in BNB, rather than fiat.
Bitcoin Risks Falling to $8K Ahead of June Due to These Technical Factors
Bitcoin was trading in positive territory this Monday after closing its last week in severe losses.
German court ruling clears way to settle VW diesel cases
The decision affects some 60,000 individual claims brought by car owners in Germany.
Centre reviews progress of relief, restoration work in cyclone-hit West Bengal
The financial assistance of Rs 1,000 crore has already been released to the state government.
Trade setup: No consensus on Nifty direction; 50DMA remains key hurdle
This makes the market more vulnerable on the higher side.
PRESENTING: 38 power players disrupting the $130 billion consulting industry and solving problems for clients in crisis
The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the management-consulting industry.
The workers that make your food put their lives on the line during pandemic. Whether they’re protected now is up to you.
“Every day we risk our health and the health of our family that await us at home,” said Nelson Santiago.
Talks on Lufthansa aid not concluded yet: ministry
BERLIN (Reuters) - Negotiations on a government bailout for coronavirus-stricken airline Lufthansa (LHAG.DE) are in their last phase but have not been concluded yet, a spokeswoman of the German economy ministry said on Monday.
Swarms of locusts enter in Jaipur residential areas
Swarms of locusts entered some residential areas of the city on Monday, presenting the local people with an unusual sight. Locusts normally affect districts in western Rajasthan but this time the swarms have travelled as far as Jaipur city. The swarms later headed towards the Dausa district.
Kotak Mahindra Bank slashes interest 0.50% rate on savings deposits
Private sector lender Kotak Mahindra Bank (KMB) on Monday slashed the interest rate on savings deposits by a further 0.50 percent. The bank has cut rates twice last month on its deposit rate offering on the savings accounts.
Telegram Withdraws US Court Appeal for TON Launch
After wrapping up its blockchain project, Telegram has now officially withdrawn from the court battle against the SEC for lifting the ban on Gram tokens.
Post-Pandemic Economy: Great Depression or Growth Point?
Russian scientists are getting ready to submit their proposals to the Nationwide Action Plan to counter the pandemic in the Russian Federation. Which sectors of the...
Commercial real estate to move northwards in Tier 2 markets post Covid-19
Factors like good location, easy accessibility, improvement in basic infrastructure, increased connectivity with suburbs and the availability of skilled manpower have turned smaller cities into an attractive business destination.
Want to buy car or bike for social distancing? These points will guide you
A recent survey by Capgemini’s Research Institute shows that 57 per cent of Indian consumers are considering a car purchase to avoid future public transport.
Social distancing in home selling: How Lehigh Valley real estate agents are adapting to new reality
The housing market scene might soon resemble more of a hospital and less of a home but Lehigh Valley real estate agents say these measures are going to be crucial moving forward amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Another Bihar-bound Shramik Special ferries 1,164 migrants from Mysuru
Mysore/Mysuru: The eight ‘point-to-point’ Shramik Special train from Mysuru Division, carrying 1,164 migrants, left Ashokapuram (Mysuru) Station on Sunday at 14:00 hrs for Purnia in Bihar. This train is being run as per the request of the State Governments of Bihar and Karnataka. The train comprising 22 LHB coaches is scheduled to reach Purnia (2488...
Maintenance process set in motion at Jubilant Generics
90 employees called to work today to prepare machines for drug production Mysore/Mysuru: Nanjangud-based Jubilant Generics, an extended arm of Jubilant Life Sciences, has been preparing to start operations. The company which was shut due to COVID-19 will resume operations soon with the guidelines by Indian Council for Medical Research (ICMR). The State Government has...
German gov't to climb aboard at Lufthansa in virus rescue
(UPDATED) To help Lufthansa, the German government offers a 3-billion-euro loan and 5.7 billion of 'silent' capital. It also seeks to buy 20% of the company for 300 million euros.
China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
The Chinese embassy put out a notice on its website on Monday, asking those wanting to return home to book tickets in special flights. The move to evacuate its citizens comes in the wake of India emerging as the 10th worst-hit country by the deadly virus, which has infected nearly 1.40 lakh people in India.
Four more COVID-19 deaths in Rajasthan take toll to 167, state tally at 7,100
Four more people succumbed to COVID-19 in Rajasthan on Monday, taking the death toll to 167 as 272 fresh coronavirus cases were reported in the state, officials said. With these fresh cases, the
Genting Malaysia Bhd to undertake MSS, VSS for employees in Covid-19 restructuring exercise
KUALA LUMPUR, May 25 — Genting Malaysia Bhd (GENM) announced today it will undertake mutual and voluntary separation schemes for its employees to further mitigate the adverse financial impact from the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. In an internal memo circulated to its employees sighted by Malay...
Australian economy must come off Covid-19 ‘life support’, PM to say
SYDNEY, May 25 — Australia’s economy must not become reliant on government stimulus, Prime Minister Scott Morrison will say tomorrow, as Canberra unwinds state support and accelerates plans to spur growth. Australia has reported just over 7,100 Covid-19 infections, including 102 deaths. That is...
Germany mulls €50,000 a month for stricken firms
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, May 25 — Germany’s economy ministry today unveiled plans to ramp up support for hard-hit smaller companies, proposing as much as €50,000 (US$54,000) in monthly aid to help the nation’s vaunted “Mittelstand” survive the coronavirus crisis. The proposal, seen by AFP, is...
Citi warns that coronavirus may push 31 million women into unemployment and knock $1 trillion from world GDP
Global GDP could shrink as much as $1 trillion if a predicted 31 million women lose their jobs during the coronavirus pandemic, Citi has warned....
Africa's COVID-19 recovery should harness the benefits of nature and conservation
Today, as we celebrate International Day of Biodiversity, the global community is called to re-examine our relationship to the natural world. We celebrate this day in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic ...
2019 Batch B Stream 1 corpers pass out May 28 – NYSC
Kayode Oyero The National Youth Service Corps has announced the passing out of 2019 Batch "B" Stream 1 corpers. It made this known in a statement on Monday, noting that the event slated for M...
I refinanced my mortgage during COVID-19, and thanks to low interest rates I'll save about $50,000
When my wife and I bought our home about three years ago, we were thrilled to just be approved for a loan. As a newly self-employed writer, we definitely had to jump through a few hoops to buy our home despite credit scores above 800.
NAB's rod for its own back
NAB will reveal the results of a share purchase plan that might be heavily oversubscribed on Wednesday.
Whopping 805 test positive for Covid-19 in TN, 549 in Chennai alone
The total number of coronavirus infections in Tamilnadu has crossed 17,000, after a whopping number of 805 persons tested positive for Covid-19 in the State today. Continue Reading →
Breaking: Africa Top Brands: MTN, Dangote emerges most admired African brands
MTN, Dangote has emerged the most admired African brands at the 10th Brand Africa 100, Africa's Top Brands anniversary.
China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
The Chinese embassy put out a notice on its website on Monday, asking those wanting to return home to book tickets in special flights.
USD/MXN: Slight relief for the peso – CIBC
The initial market reaction to Banxico’s cut to 5.5% suggests that the decision was not more dovish than investors were expecting, according to analys
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The USD/JPY pair held on its modest daily gains through the early North American session and was last seen trading near the top end of its daily tradi
EUR/GBP alternates gains with losses near 0.8950
The now better mood in the British pound is forcing EUR/GBP to ease some ground following last week’s peaks in the 0.9000 neighbourhood. EUR/GBP faile
GBP/USD clings to modest gains, bulls await a move beyond 1.2200 mark
The GBP/USD pair edged higher through the early North American session and was last seen trading near the top end of its daily trading range, just bel
India needs comprehensive law on coronavirus to replace maze of piecemeal guidelines, clarifications; UK, Singapore offer examples
In the absence of a comprehensive legislation dealing with coronavirus, litigants are flocking to courts across the country seeking clarity and protection as a result of these unprecedented circumstances.
Kotak Mahindra Bank cuts interest rates for savings accounts to 3.50%, effective from today; applicable on balance up to Rs 1 lakh
The change in interest rates at Kotak Mahindra Bank comes after the Reserve Bank of India on Friday reduced the repo rate by 40 basis points to 4 percent from 4.4 percent earlier.
RBI And MPC Should Junk Monetary Policy Calendar In Times Of Covid-19, Act Preemptively To Avert Crisis
The problem is not what the RBI will or will not do, but it is more to do with the timing.
Over 15 Lakh Migrants Returned To UP In 1,174 Trains So Far: Official
Over 15 lakh stranded migrant workers have returned to Uttar Pradesh from different parts of the country on board 1,174 trains till now, a senior state government official said in Lucknow on Monday.
John Abraham Led THIS Film To Emerge As Successful Despite Just 15 Days Of Promotion
Pick any biggie with a major star and you would realize that it has at least 50 days of promotional plan designed around it. Even John Abraham would have expected the same for his production Parmanu
S&P/TSX composite starts week higher, U.S. stock markets closed for holiday
TORONTO — Canada's main stock index started the trading week by moving higher, fuelled by gains in the financial and industrial sectors. The S&P/TSX composite index was up 94.85 points at 15,008.49. U.S.
Vedanta’s delisting plan: What choice do shareholders have?
The price of ₹87.5 per share indicated by the company may be too low; but investors have the choice of placing their bids higher
Ed-tech startup to offer free AI, coding & robotics courses for children in rural areas
Robochamps, an edtech start-up dedicated to introducing kids to early AI education, recently launched online courses in robotics and coding in multiple languages, including Hindi, Gujarati, Punjabi, a
Covid-19: FSSAI extends deadline for compliance norms for traditional sweets
In a relief for traditional sweet makers, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has decided to extend the deadline for enforcement of certain mandatory compliance norms for non-pack
‘Inclusive, affordable’ South Surrey project aims to meet ‘desperate’ housing need
Public consultation on 91-unit ‘Harmony’ to launch online next month
Japan ends coronavirus state of emergency - Foreign Affairs
Japanese president lifts state of emergency, following seven weeks of coronavirus-related restrictions.
Fixed Exchange Rate: More harm than good
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe suspended the new managed floating exchange rate and introduced the fixed exchange rate of 1 US Dollar to 25 Zimbabwean Dollars on ...
Scott Sumner On The Government's Response To COVID-19 And The Future Of Level Targeting
The Fed needs to be more aggressive addressing the macroeconomic problems stemming from COVID-19, and adopting a level target may be one solution. Scott Sumner
Lock your cars! Vehicle theft spikes in COVID-19 pandemic in US
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China decides to evacuate citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
India News: China has decided to evacuate its citizens, including students, tourists and businessmen, from India who are facing "difficulties" in the country and
China to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in coronavirus cases
The move to evacuate its citizens comes in the wake of India emerging as the 10th worst-hit country by the deadly virus, which has infected nearly 1.40 lakh people in India.People opting to return China will have to accept all quarantine, epidemic prevention arrangements during the flight as well as after entering China
Eventful day at Bengaluru airport as domestic flights resume operations
Flight operations were scheduled to commence at 12.40 am but confusion and cancellation made the wait longer for security and other personnel at the airport.Several passengers tried to dodge authorities to escape institutional quarantine but with little success
UP plans migration commission to help find jobs for workers returning home
Yogi Adityanath said other states will need permission from the UP government if they want to make use of labourers from Uttar Pradesh.The UP government will offer training, along with an allowance, to migrant workers once the skill mapping is over
Liz Weston: Find free, solid money advice in uncertain times
If you have money questions — and who among us doesn’t right now? — there are plenty of people willing to offer advice: friends, relatives and random strang
Mother, daughter end life after family quarrel
Repayment of loan for home reported to be trigger
Subsidy for scooter scheme released
A sum of ₹8.88 crore has been released as subsidy for purchase of scooters for women under Amma scheme in Tiruvarur district.Disclosing this while handing over the keys to 216 beneficiaries at the Dis
Neobank N26 Executive Predicts there will be As Many Digital Bank Accounts as Traditional Ones, but Global Fintech Reports Suggest Otherwise
Digital banks are on track to serve as many clients in Ireland as traditional banking service providers, according to N26, an all-digital challenger t
ETRADE Capital Management LLC Sells 5,934 Shares of Valero Energy Co. (NYSE:VLO)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC reduced its holdings in Valero Energy Co. (NYSE:VLO) by 36.0% in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 10,555 shares of the oil and gas company’s stock after selling 5,934 shares during the quarter. ETRADE Capital Management […]
ETRADE Capital Management LLC Purchases New Holdings in Docusign Inc (NASDAQ:DOCU)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC acquired a new stake in Docusign Inc (NASDAQ:DOCU) in the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 5,364 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $496,000. Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also added to […]
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Has $831,000 Stake in Spirit Realty Capital Inc (NYSE:SRC)
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. raised its stake in shares of Spirit Realty Capital Inc (NYSE:SRC) by 56.5% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 31,797 shares of the real estate investment trust’s stock after purchasing an additional 11,473 shares during the period. Oppenheimer Asset Management […]
ETRADE Capital Management LLC Sells 1,830 Shares of Allergan plc (NYSE:AGN)
ETRADE Capital Management LLC cut its position in shares of Allergan plc (NYSE:AGN) by 36.6% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 3,173 shares of the company’s stock after selling 1,830 shares during the quarter. ETRADE Capital Management LLC’s […]
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Has $716,000 Stock Position in Texas Roadhouse Inc (NASDAQ:TXRH)
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. lifted its position in Texas Roadhouse Inc (NASDAQ:TXRH) by 14.3% in the first quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The institutional investor owned 17,340 shares of the restaurant operator’s stock after purchasing an additional 2,163 shares during the period. Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc.’s holdings in Texas Roadhouse were worth $716,000 as of its […]
AE Wealth Management LLC Raises Holdings in Axon Enterprise Inc (NASDAQ:AAXN)
AE Wealth Management LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Axon Enterprise Inc (NASDAQ:AAXN) by 8.9% during the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The fund owned 3,137 shares of the industrial products company’s stock after acquiring an additional 256 shares during the period. AE Wealth Management LLC’s holdings in […]
6,668 Shares in AmerisourceBergen Corp. (NYSE:ABC) Acquired by ETRADE Capital Management LLC
ETRADE Capital Management LLC purchased a new stake in AmerisourceBergen Corp. (NYSE:ABC) during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor purchased 6,668 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $590,000. Other hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in […]
Darden Restaurants (NYSE:DRI) Price Target Raised to $88.00
Darden Restaurants (NYSE:DRI) had its price objective upped by KeyCorp from $75.00 to $88.00 in a report published on Thursday morning, BenzingaRatingsTable reports. They currently have an overweight rating on the restaurant operator’s stock. Other equities research analysts have also issued reports about the stock. Goldman Sachs Group upgraded shares of Darden Restaurants from a […]
Mackay Shields LLC Invests $1.78 Million in Axon Enterprise Inc (NASDAQ:AAXN)
Mackay Shields LLC acquired a new position in shares of Axon Enterprise Inc (NASDAQ:AAXN) during the first quarter, Holdings Channel.com reports. The fund acquired 25,200 shares of the industrial products company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,784,000. A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of AAXN. Wealth Quarterback LLC […]
Aigen Investment Management LP Sells 75,814 Shares of Marathon Oil Co. (NYSE:MRO)
Aigen Investment Management LP trimmed its position in Marathon Oil Co. (NYSE:MRO) by 37.4% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 126,780 shares of the oil and gas producer’s stock after selling 75,814 shares during the period. Aigen […]
Rhumbline Advisers Increases Stock Position in Fox Corp (NASDAQ:FOX)
Rhumbline Advisers boosted its stake in shares of Fox Corp (NASDAQ:FOX) by 9.8% in the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 264,628 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 23,633 shares during the period. Rhumbline Advisers’ holdings in FOX were worth $6,055,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other […]
Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF) Shares Sold by ETRADE Capital Management LLC
ETRADE Capital Management LLC reduced its stake in shares of Synchrony Financial (NYSE:SYF) by 20.4% during the 1st quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The firm owned 33,834 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after selling 8,693 shares during the quarter. ETRADE Capital Management LLC’s holdings […]
EU must present united front to shield pandemic-hit banks: regulator
European countries need to join forces to shield their banks from the coronavirus outbreak, one of the bloc's top regulators said on Monday, potentially using a 500 billion euro ($545 billion) EU recovery fund to do so. The remarks from Jose Manuel Campa, who leads the European Banking Authority
FG evacuates 69 Nigerians stranded in Lebanon – Onyeama
The Federal Government has repatriated 69 Nigerians from Lebanon, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Geoffrey Onyeama, said on Monday.
At a glance: Latest global Covid-19 developments
Lockdown measures are eased across parts of Europe while Japan lifts its state of emergency.
International students at UCD calling for compensation
A UCD student from India has begun a petition calling on the college to compensate international students who paid substantial fees to study at UCD only for their year of study to be disrupted by Covid-19.
Hospitals flush with cash got billions in coronavirus bailouts
The feds have given more than $5 billion in grants to 20 big hospital chains that already had more than $108 billion in cash.
Hertz files for US bankruptcy protection as car rentals evaporate in pandemic
The firm, whose largest shareholder is billionaire investor Carl Icahn with a nearly 39 percent ownership stake, is reeling from government orders restricting travel and requiring citizens to remain home.
Central Bank warns people of four unauthorised financial firms in operation
The Central Bank says Aran Asset Management, MSIM Fund Management, and CMS ICAV have cloned the details of already existing firms.
EU must present united front to shield pandemic-hit banks: regulator
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - European countries need to join forces to shield their banks from the coronavirus outbreak, one of the bloc’s top regulators said on Monday, potentially using a 500 billion euro ($545 billion) EU recovery fund to do so.
Jobless benefit requests by Portugal's young spike 52% during pandemic
LISBON (Reuters) - The number of Portuguese young people requesting jobless benefits spiked 52% last month from a year earlier, way above the increase for other age groups, amid the coronavirus lockdown, data showed on Monday
Bank of Israel leaves rates unchanged, sees less economic damage in 2020
JERUSALEM (Reuters) - The Bank of Israel left its benchmark interest rate ILINR=ECI at 0.1% on Monday, saying economic damage from the coronavirus outbreak was likely to be less than initially feared.
China plans to begin shifting its citizens stranded in India from June 2
China will ply flights to help its citizens stranded in India and facing difficulties to return to the mainland from June 2, as per a tentative schedule published on the website of the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi on Monday.
Indian Tea industry suffers loss of Rs 2100 crore in WB and Assam
Kolkata: The tea industry in two states, West Bengal and Assam is staring at a loss of around Rs 2,100 crore due to the Covid-19 pandemic as production has dipped by a whopping 65 percent in the past two months.
First there was JobSeeker, then JobKeeper - now it's JobMaker
Scott Morrison has signalled more federal control over skills training, accusing the states of running a system that is complex, clunky and unresponsive.
PM steps in on vocational education, pushing more federal control
Scott Morrison has signalled more federal control over skills training, accusing the states of running a system that is complex, clunky and unresponsive.
Covid-19: Anand Mahindra says extended lockdown will have damaging psychological impact on people
‘The numbers will continue to rise and the focus must be on rapid expansion of field hospital beds with oxygen lines,’ the businessman said.
Mubadala to manufacture medical supplies in UAE
Bupa Arabia for Cooperative Insurance has partnered with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development to distribute 3,000 food baskets among underprivileged families, which are registered with the ministry’s Social Welfare and Family Welfare Agency. The initiative comes in line with the spirit of Ramadan, a month of giving, and in response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Egypt plans EGP 19bn investments in petrochemical projects
Cairo - Mubasher: The Egyptian Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources is considering the implementation of 11 new petrochemical projects at a total value of around EGP 19 billion, Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Tarek El-Mulla …
Bayer, Lufthansa drive gains in Europe amid holiday-thinned trading
European stocks rose to kick off the week on Monday, albeit with the action thinned by holidays in the U.K. and the U.S.
Bithumb Names Back Young Heo as Its New CEO
South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb has promoted Back Young Heo as its new chief executive officer (CEO).
Bank of Baroda to move Karnataka high court to restrict NMC founder BR Shetty from selling assets
Earlier this month, a session court in Bengaluru had frozen the asset of the founder of the NMC Health group, restricting BR Shetty and his wife from selling or transferring properties
Reliance JioMart opens online grocery service in 200 cities; key things to know
With rising demand on online grocery delivery platforms amid coronavirus lockdown, JioMart is Reliance Industries' bid to cash in on the spurt in this segment
How Yogi Adityanath’s Migrant Commission will turn saviour for workers in Uttar Pradesh – 5 points
Uttar Pradesh Migrant Commission initiative: In the wake of reports of mounting troubles for migrant workers across the country during COVID-19 pandemic, Yogi Adityanath government in UP has decided to set up a Commission for migrant labourers who have returned to the state.
Coronavirus devastates travel, tourism! 40% firms staring at complete shutdown risk in next 3-6 months, says report
About 49 per cent are deferring their capital expenditures and interestingly, 41.6 per cent companies are introducing new services.
As edible oils pact with Malaysia, Indonesia ends, India should now hike import duties: SEA
Among long term measures, SEA has suggested the government to encourage Punjab and Haryana farmers to divert land to corn or sunflower in kharif season and mustard in rabi season.
Banks continue to lend less even as deposit growth improves, credit growth now at mere 6.5%
Risk-averse banks have continued to lend less and less to customers despite the double-digit growth seen by bank deposits.
China to evacuate its citizens from India amid rising coronavirus cases
The Chinese embassy put out a notice on its website on Monday, asking those wanting to return home to book tickets in special flights
Lufthansa, German govt agree on rescue package amid travel slump: Report
Rivals such as Franco-Dutch group Air France-KLM and U.S. carriers American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta Air Lines have also sought state aid
Covid impact: Icra pegs GDP growth at 1.9% in Q4 and 4.3% in FY20
Earlier, the second advance estimates of the government pegged the growth at 5 per cent in 2019-20, but analysts had doubted that number
Experts urge govt to lock in crude oil purchases as prices start rising
They suggest it is time the govt chipped in as a sovereign oil hedger, perhaps by taking hedging as a Cabinet decision
India has surplus capacity, may allow export of masks in a week: Sources
Exports of personal protective equipment (coveralls) may be considered next as far as export curbs go
'It's kind of glum': U.S. farmers worry as crop prices dip
American farmers are seen to lose billions of dollars in revenues amid the coronavirus pandemic
COVID-19 will activate old & new disputes in East Asia
The trajectory of the COVID-19 pandemic now appears to be similar across the world. That the world may be different after this pandemic is a given. What is worrying is the fact that it is shaping
Chinese expats deliver 1,000 ‘love packages’ to UAE workers
Community gathers round to help those affected by pandemic in Deira
3 Big Casinos Have a Lot to Lose in a Coronavirus Blame Game
A war of words over COVID-19 could have far-reaching repercussions.
Forget panic buying, panic driving is next virus fad
The challenge of getting to work using the traditional means of public transport creates a dilemma.
Central bank printing presses might be in overdrive, but inflation is not the real threat here
Martin Pelletier: Many are underestimating the real risk that the economy may not return to pre-crisis levels for some time
Union minister in-charge of pharma skips quarantine, sparks row
Sadananda Gowda central rule, says he is exempt as he is handling essential sector
Delhi-Ghaziabad border to be resealed, only essential services allowed
However, the district administration said that those providing essential services, including doctors, paramedical staff, police, bank employees and media personnel are allowed to move across the two cities after showing identity cards. No special pass will be required, it said.
Johor supermarket ordered to close for breaching CMCO SOP
JOHOR BARU, May 25 — A leading supermarket in Taman Desa Tebrau here has been ordered to close after it was found to have violated standard operating procedures (SOPs) under the conditional movement control order (CMCO). Johor Health director Dr Aman Rabu who confirmed the matter said the...
Law firms, retailers pull bids for COVID-19 award changes
Employers and unions call time on new award flexibility deals to save jobs in response to the coronavirus shutdown, as restrictions continue to ease.
Inside the impact bid to save AAP
The consortium has already begun sounding out key AAP customers, which have indicated support for a new version of the newswire service.
Door opens for Telstra as NBN 'proves itself' in lockdown
The communications minister believes the COVID era has proved the NBN has the capacity needed. But he has pledged future upgrades and hinted Telstra's InfraCo could be its eventual owner.
Board diversity may be a COVID casualty
Boards must refrain from using the coronavirus crisis as an excuse to revert to old habits when it comes appointing directors, the Australian Institute of Company Directors said.
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD - Great Recession vs. 2020 coronavirus crisis
The gold futures contract gained 0.79% on Friday as it slightly retraced Thursday decline of 1.7%. On Thursday it extended a downward correction from
USD/COP: Limited enthusiasm for the peso to drag the pair to 3600 by year-end – CIBC
Economists across the board have revised the Colombian GDP lower. Luis Hurtado, an analyst at CIBC Capital Markets, forecast the USD/COP pair trading
EUR/USD Price Analysis: Flat-lined below 1.0900 mark amid holiday-thinned liquidity
The EUR/USD pair lacked any firm directional bias and seesawed between tepid gains/minor losses through the early North American session on Monday. Th
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD looking to the upside
At the end of last week, the GBP/USD exchange rate consolidated at 1.2180. During Monday morning, the rate maintained its consolidation. Note that the
COVID-19 Presents Both Opportunities and Threats to Russia’s Foreign Policy
Like every major global crisis, the coronavirus pandemic both generates additional risks, challenges and threats to every state’s foreign policy and opens up new opportunities and prospects. Russia is no exception in this. The specific nature of Russia’s case lies, we believe, in its opportunities being mostly tactical and situational, while the threats it faces […]
First Iranian oil tanker docks in Venezuela
The first of five Iranian tankers carrying much-needed gasoline and oil derivatives has docked in Venezuela and a second one entered its waters, the government said on Monday amid concern in Washington over the burgeoning relationship.
40% travel, tourism firm staring at complete shutdown risk in next 3-6 months: Report
Around 40 per cent companies operating in the travel and tourism sector are staring at the risk of complete shutdown over the next 3 to 6 months, says a
Virus-hit Fiji Airways cuts workforce by half
Pandemic-hit Fiji Airways fired more than half its workforce Monday, as travel restrictions put the islands' vital tourism sector in deep freeze and reduced the national carrier's revenue to "virtually zero".
Jharkhand's daily-wage labourers left out of PDS safety net fear starvation as employment dries up during COVID-19 lockdown
The white ration card has become a bane for many daily-wage workers in many districts of Jharkhand, especially Palamu, Simdega, West Singhbhum, and Bokar. More so, since the nationwide lockdown over the coronavirus pandemic has left them without any income for more than two months.
Furore Over Tirupati Tirumala Temple Board’s Decision To Sell 23 Land Assets In TN, TTD Chief Says 129 Properties Sold Since 1974
The Y S Jagan Reddy government is being accused of trying to sell the TTD lands to supporters of YSR Congress Party.
UP: Yogi Govt Completes Skill Mapping Of 14.75 Lakh Migrant Workers
The Yogi Adityanath government in Uttar Pradesh has completed the task of skill mapping of 14.75 lakh migrant workers who have returned to the state during lockdown.
5 economic statistics that show the financial devastation of the pandemic for average Americans, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The coronavirus pandemic has plunged the US into its worst recession in nearly a century with millions of people suffering job losses.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
European regulators to take closer look at Air Canada-Transat deal
TORONTO — European regulators are launching an in-depth investigation into Air Canada's deal to buy travel company Transat AT amid European Commission concerns the deal may reduce competition and result in higher prices.
Government may issue 3-4 new 10-year benchmark securities this fiscal
The government may end up issuing three or four new 10-year benchmark securities instead of the usual two it has been issuing each of the past years, as it will be borrowing more in FY21 amid the pan
Most agritech start-ups have seen a V-shaped recovery: Omnivore’s Kahn
Omnivore, the largest agritech-focussed venture capital firm in the country, has continued to make fresh and follow-up investments in two dozen Indian startups despite the crisis triggered by the Covi
Centre’s Covid response ticks all boxes
The stimulus package addresses demand and supply issues, while boosting production to help India be part of global supply chains
‘Material disclosure’ is imperative at this time
Investors need to be frequently updated on Covid-19’s impact on companies
Pay Cut Law Failure: Remuneration Authority Refuses To Use New Powers
The Remuneration Authority’s refusal to cut salaries for councillors and mayors paid under $100,000 makes a joke of the Government’s much-vaunted pay cut legislation, says the New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union.
The Arrival Of The 'Unavoidable Pension Crisis'
I wrote an article in 2017 discussing the “Unavoidable Pension Crisis.” At that time, most did not understand the risk. Since then, the situation has continued
5 economic statistics that show the financial devastation of the pandemic for average Americans
The coronavirus pandemic has plunged the US into its worst recession in nearly a century with millions of people suffering job losses.
Changes will likely stay
Ken Beattie is old enough to recall when B.C. pubs had to keep their doors closed to anyone looking for a cold one on a Sunday.
Despite glut, Government unlikely to cut fuel prices, says Dharmendra Pradhan
It is a conscious decision: Pradhan
Cyclone Amphan | NDRF relief disbursed to West Bengal, Odisha
National Crisis Management Committee apprised of ground situation by West Bengal Chief Secretary
Toronto Zoo trying to innovate as it faces budget crunch
Zoo offers drive-through exhibit as it reopens, but attendance was falling for years before pandemic
Industry funds pummeled by early superannuation withdrawals
The Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority (APRA) has released its weekly update on the Morrison Government’s early release policy, which reveals that another 1,650 million funds were withdrawn in the week ending 17 May, with total withdrawals topping $10.6 billion:
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Acquires 11,774 Shares of Aptiv PLC (NYSE:APTV)
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Aptiv PLC (NYSE:APTV) by 358.7% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 15,056 shares of the auto parts company’s stock after buying an additional 11,774 shares during the quarter. Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc.’s holdings in Aptiv were worth $741,000 as of its most […]
IndexIQ Advisors LLC Buys Shares of 10,279 KB Home (NYSE:KBH)
IndexIQ Advisors LLC bought a new stake in KB Home (NYSE:KBH) in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund bought 10,279 shares of the construction company’s stock, valued at approximately $186,000. A number of other hedge funds also recently modified their holdings of KBH. […]
Swiss National Bank Purchases 138,500 Shares of Lincoln National Co. (NYSE:LNC)
Swiss National Bank grew its position in Lincoln National Co. (NYSE:LNC) by 21.9% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The fund owned 769,805 shares of the financial services provider’s stock after purchasing an additional 138,500 shares during the quarter. Swiss National Bank owned approximately […]
Venezuelan Navy frigates, like these in a 2019 exercise, are being used to escort Iranian tankers carrying badly needed fuel to port in Venezuela
The first of five Iranian tankers carrying much-needed gasoline and oil derivatives has docked in Venezuela and a second one entered its waters, the government said on Monday amid concern in Washington over the burgeoning relationship. The United States has closely monitored the shipments, concerned
Crypto Community Trolls Ethereum For Not Getting Its Own Emoji
The crypto community on Twitter has united once again in an epic troll, this time aimed at Ethereum. What began as a simple question as to why the second-larges
PM's economic package 'jumla', less than 1pc of GDP: Chavan
Senior Congress leader Prithviraj Chavan, incidentally, had demanded a Rs 21 lakh crore package in April this year.
Experts slam agriculture reform program, warn of shortage amid pandemic
Agrarian reform is among the National Priority Programs pushed by Jokowi’s first-term administration in an effort to better distribute development.
Slump in consumption, exports push Germany into recession in Q1
The Federal Statistics Office said capital investments fell by 6.9 percent, private consumption by 3.2 percent and exports by 3.1 percent between January and March compared with the last three months of 2019.
Bityard: Leveraged Crypto Futures Trading With a Regulated Exchange
Bityard’s mission is to create secure, simple, and fast crypto-asset trading services for people all over the world.
Moving account reminds us of our good fortune
Age readers discuss life in lockdown and the gradual easing of restrictions.
Forget panic buying, panic driving is next virus fad
The challenge of getting to work using the traditional means of public transport creates a dilemma.
Oliver Mangan: In the absence of a vaccine, economies are going to need all the help they can get
Survey data that are beginning to come through on the main economies for May warrant careful interpretation.
Volkswagen agrees to compensate tens of thousands of German motorists
Leipzig court ruling opens door to claims from at least 60,000 car owners
5 economic statistics that show the financial devastation of the pandemic for average Americans
The coronavirus pandemic has thrown America into it’s worst economic downturn since the Great Depression nearly a century ago.
French carmaker Renault could close plants and cut jobs: union
PARIS (Reuters) - French carmaker Renault (RENA.PA) could unveil job cuts and plants closures on Thursday as the company looks to save 2 billion euros ($2.2 billion) in costs, a representative for far-left union CGT said on Monday.
German government, regions tussle over reopening from lockdowns
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany’s central and regional governments sparred on Monday over when and how far to ease social-distancing rules, with allies of Chancellor Angela Merkel warning that scrapping them risks a new wave of coronavirus infections.
Smiling Czechs ditch masks and return to restaurants and schools
PRAGUE (Reuters) - Smiles were visible again as Czechs ventured out without masks on Monday and returned to restaurants and schools after some of their country’s last coronavirus restrictions were lifted.
Credit score drop? How to diagnose why, and what to do next
As the pandemic hits the economy hard, lenders and credit card issuers are offering payment modification programs such as forbearance and deferrals.
On-Chain Metrics Show Ethereum Addresses Grow 350% From 2018 Figures
Ahead of Ethereum’s move to staking after its 2.0 “Serenity” update, investment and wallet activity on the network is increasing. The protocol has received a boost in recent times, driven by both institutional and technical factors.
Coronavirus: Superannuation accounts drained of $13.2b as people look to meet living costs
Industry leaders warn it comes with a hefty price tag.
Transat extends Air Canada takeover timing following European regulatory review
In a news release on Monday, European authorities expressed concern over a decrease in competition on 33 routes between Canada and Europe.
Are stock investors too complacent about a full-scale blowup between China and the U.S.? Here’s what Wall Street experts say
China and the U.S. are back in the headlines — but are investors paying sufficient attention to the risks of a geopolitical clash?
Is the stock market closed today? Here’s everything investors need to know about Memorial Day trading hours and closures
Memorial Day will take on an even more somber tone this year.
Bayer, Lufthansa drive gains in Europe amid holiday-thinned trading
European stocks rose to kick off the week on Monday, albeit with the action thinned by holidays in the U.K. and the U.S.
Prudential Uganda donates sh300m for COVID-19 food relief
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Life insurance firms record 45% degrowth in April, but post-COVID future bright
Insurance sector will face headwinds in Q1 FY20 due to the coronavirus pandemic, However, CARE Ratings said that insurance space will record strong performance, especially digitally going forward
Govt is exploring new financial institutions to support MSMEs: Nitin Gadkari
The government is exploring new financial lending institutions to support small-scale units in terms of financial support, said Union Minister for MSME.
BMO launches online resource hubs to help clients navigate COVID-19 impacts
BMO has unveiled new online information hubs that contain content and resources to help Canadians navigate COVID-19 financially.
CBIC clears Rs 11,052 cr GST refund claims since April 8
The CBIC had earlier asked its field officers to avoid asking for physical submission of documents from entities who are claiming GST and Customs refunds and instead use official email for all communication.
CBIC clears Rs 11,052 crore GST refund claims since Apr 8 to benefit MSMEs
he finance ministry had on April 8 said that to provide relief during the cor it has been decided to issue all pending GST and custom refunds
Punjab, MP lead the way as wheat procurement tops last year's level
The government has purchased 34.15 mln tonnes wheat iill May 24, compared to 34.13 mln tonnes procured in all of 2019.
Home appliances remain immune to Covid, lockdown relaxation boosts demand
28% consumers keen on buying home appliances, while other discretionary spending is on hold, says Nielsen survey
Nasscom for policy tweak to enable longer work-from-home scenario
Nasscom has asked for the abolition of OSPs (other service providers) under the Department of Telecom, under which certain kinds of work (such as voice calls) cannot be shifted to employees' homes.
Realtors body Credai write to PM seeking more funding, loan restructuring
The govt has already extended project completion and registration by six months and extended credit-linked subsidy scheme by a year
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Digitex Futures Adds Chainlink Integration For Unrivaled Price Data Accuracy
Digitex Futures has revealed a new partnership with Chainlink to provide the most consistent and accurate price data without fluctuation.
Mexico's monthly trade deficit hits $3 billion due to virus
Exports in Mexico fall by more than 40% in April 2020, while imports are down 30%
2020 New York International Auto Show has been canceled
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this year's New York Auto Show will not push through
Bengaluru: BMTC introduces flat-fare system, bus fares to start from Rs 5 now
BMTC has been facing flak right from the first day of operations post-lockdown for its new contactless ticketing system. Commuters and citizen activists had pointed out that the daily passes worth Rs 70 were not feasible for those travelling short distances.
French carmaker Renault could close plants and cut jobs, says union
PARIS, May 25 — French carmaker Renault could unveil job cuts and plants closures on Thursday as the company looks to save €2 billion (US$2.2 billion) in costs, a representative for far-left union CGT said today. Renault has called for a meeting with unions on Thursday regarding its cost-saving...
France promises ‘significant’ pay hikes for health workers
PARIS, May 25 — Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said today that health workers would soon get hefty pay increases as part of an overhaul of France’s hospital system in response to the coronavirus crisis. “I can say without any ambiguity, the increase will be significant,” Philippe said...
France Announces 'Reciprocal Quarantines' for British Airport Arrivals
France has announced that it will be imposing 'reciprocal' quarantine measures on British arrivals after the UK announced quaranite measures.
Maui watershed purchase could be delayed due to coronavirus cuts | Honolulu Star-Advertiser
WAILUKU, Hawaii >> A county government’s acquisition of a private water delivery system for Maui’s drinking water may be delayed because of budget cuts resulting from the coronavirus outbreak.
Malls lose Rs 90k cr in 2 months: SCAI
IANS New Delhi The Shopping Centres Association of India (SCAI) on Monday said the sector has lost over Rs 90,000 crore in the last two months, owing to t
Japan lifts nationwide state of emergency
IANS Tokyo Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Monday lifted the countrys nationwide state of emergency, ending restrictions in the remaining areas wher
Govt proposes to streamline processes to deal with corporate, tax frauds
IANS New Delhi Government proposes to further streamline and simplify the processes to deal with corporate and tax related frauds by identifying and insti
Bharti Telecom to sell $1 bn stake in Airtel through block deal
IANS New Delhi Bharti Telecom is selling upto $1 billion of its shares in Bharti Airtel through a secondary market block deal on Tuesday. Bharti Teleco
US tech execs have dumped $3.6 billion in company stock this month
Top execs from Facebook, General Electric, Cloudflare, and Activision all have sold small fortunes worth of stock this month.
How the pharmaceutical sector is adapting to remote working
For an industry based largely on manufacturing and scientific research, the pharmaceutical sector has needed to adapt in novel ways in order to meet the home working requirements fostered upon it due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
China hits out at US for blacklisting firms
China condemned the US for adding 33 Chinese entities to a trade blacklist, a move that risks potential retaliation from Beijing as tensions between the world’s two-biggest economies deteriorate furth
Time to hike edible oil import duties: SEA
As India’s 2010 pact with Malaysia and Indonesia came to an end, the Solvent Extractors Association of India (SEA) on Monday said the government should hike Customs duty on soya, sunflower and crude p
States pitch for maximum permissible use of Consolidated Sinking Find
Some States complain that despite easing of rules, the RBI has approved for smaller quantum of funds
True Elements’ customers can now track quality of products to ensure safety
For True Elements, a zero-sugar breakfast and snacks brand based out of Pune, the nationwide lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic was the ideal time to come up with one more innovation. Its customers
Home, auto loan borrowers top beneficiaries of moratorium relief
SurabhiEven as the Reserve Bank of India announced extension of the moratorium on term loans by another three months till August 31, industry data reveal that auto and home loans are the major segment
Rushed Log Legislation Deserves The Chop
Federated Farmers and the Forest Owners Association are joining forces to condemn the Log Brokers Bill as a Trojan horse to potentially force farmers and foresters to subsidise local processing industries from reduced export earnings.
COVID-19: Over N10 billion approved for health intervention grants - CBN
Mr Okorafor said the applications covered two broad categories under the COVID-19 intervention programmes in the healthcare sector.
oMalayitsha call on Government to provide special permits
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PHOTOS: Hungry Zimbabweans queue for porridge in Chitungwiza
Thousands of Zimbabwe are flocking to a soup kitchen where a good Samaritan Samantha Murozoki is feeding the hungry people with porridge at her Chitungwiz...
Qualys: Revenue Guidance Appears Choppy But Valuation Reasonable
Qualys reported Q1 revenue growth of ~15% which was slightly ahead of expectations with operating margins showing strong expansion. Management provided 2020 rev
Sberbank: The Downside Is Limited
As Russia’s flagship bank, Sberbank already felt the pain of the virus, as its Q1 earnings results showed a staggering decline in its profits. Nevertheless, Sbe
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Officials told to help draw up crop plans at village level
Farmers urged to strictly follow government advice on cropping pattern
Coronavirus | 103 more COVID-19 positive cases detected in Odisha
96 of them are migrant workers who returned recently, says government
Coronavirus | 103 more COVID-19 positive cases detected in Odisha
96 of them are migrant workers who returned recently, says government
N.L. launches $25-million program to support tourism sector hit by COVID-19 pandemic
Small and medium-sized tourism operators can apply for one-time funding contributions of $5,000 or $10,000, depending on their gross sales
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. Acquires 11,774 Shares of Aptiv PLC (NYSE:APTV)
Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Aptiv PLC (NYSE:APTV) by 358.7% during the first quarter, HoldingsChannel.com reports. The fund owned 15,056 shares of the auto parts company’s stock after buying an additional 11,774 shares during the quarter. Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc.’s holdings in Aptiv were worth $741,000 as of its most […]
EU watchdog hopeful most banks can absorb €380bn pandemic hit
Buffers ‘should be sufficient’ to protect lenders in short term, says European Banking Authority
Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package
Germany's new Economic Stabilization Fund (WSF) has approved a 9 billion euro ($9.80 billion) stabilization package for Lufthansa , Germany's flagship carrier said on Monday. "The Executive Board also supports the package", Lufthansa said, adding that the bailout still need consent
US urges probe into alleged ethics breach at African Development Bank
The US Department of the Treasury has called on the African Development Bank (AfDB) to carry out an independent probe into alleged ethics breaches by its president, Akinwumi Adesina. In a letter obtained by AFP on Monday, US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin expressed "deep reservations" about
Malls Lose Rs 90,000 Crore in 2 Months, SCAI Seeks Adequate Relief
In a statement, the industry body said that the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) relief measures are not adequate to support the liquidity needs of the industry.
CREDAI Seeks Urgent Support For Realty Sector in Letter to PM Modi
The industry body said that it has done its "best possible" to mitigate the plight of over five crore labour force in the sector by providing food and shelter.
Digitex Futures Integrates Chainlink’s On-chain Price Oracles for Added Transparency and Reliability
Digitex Futures, the DGTX token powered, zero-fee cryptocurrency futures trading platform has announced a partnership with Chainlink to integrate the latter’s d
UK, Nigeria pledge to sustain trade relations amid CoVID-19
With Covid-19 continuing to affect supply chains, trade and global investment flows, the United Kingdom and Nigeria authorities have pledged commitment
As lockdown starts opening up, sales of immunity boosting foods double; FSSAI issues guidelines
Sales of immunity-boosting foods have shot up by an estimated 20-40%. Online searches for such products have gone up six-fold, with ayurvedic home remedies, giloy and vitamin C dominating, according to a report by Google.
Japan lifts coronavirus state of emergency in all remaining areas
TOKYO — Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a coronavirus state of emergency in Tokyo and four other remaining areas on Monday, ending the restrictions nationwide as businesses begin to
Japan eyes fresh $930b stimulus, to end Tokyo's state of emergency
Japan is considering fresh stimulus worth 100 trillion yen ($930 billion), mostly comprising financial aid for companies.
Book sales soar as French lockdown eases
A study for the trade weekly Livres Hebdo found that from May 11 to 17 bookshops did a roaring trade, with readers desperate to stock up while public libraries remained shut.
Bayer said to settle up to 125k cancer legal cases in US involving Roundup weed killer
Bayer has reached verbal agreements to resolve a substantial portion of an estimated 125,000 US cancer lawsuits over use of its Roundup weedkiller, according to people familiar with the negotiations.
Office supply wholesaler Spicers Ireland is rescued from liquidation
The sale of the business includes the trade and stock and will see Paragon Group take assignment of the lease of the Spicers Ireland depot at Citywest in Dublin. Picture: iStock
Engineers want the Government to increase spending to stimulate the economy
The Government needs to take advantage of the low cost of borrowing for capital projects to increase spending and stimulate economic recovery, the new President of the Association of Consulting Engineers of Ireland (ACEI) has said.
Schrems letter turns up heat on Data Protection Commissioner
There is a pressing need for the regulator to act quickly and effectively to dispel criticism
Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package
FRANKFURT (Reuters) - Germany’s new Economic Stabilization Fund (WSF) has approved a 9 billion euro ($9.80 billion) stabilization package for Lufthansa (LHAG.DE), Germany’s flagship carrier said on Monday.
German sentiment survey boosts stocks, Europe focuses on recovery fund
LONDON (Reuters) - Stocks gained modestly on Monday with many countries on holiday as German business morale rebounded strongly in May, offering a glimpse of optimism to battered investors of what lay beyond weeks of economic lockdowns.
Lufthansa has good prospects for future: German ministries
BERLIN (Reuters) - The German Finance and Economy Ministries on Monday said Lufthansa (LHAG.DE) was an operationally healthy company before the coronavirus outbreak, as well as profitable and with good future prospects, but had got into trouble due to the pandemic.
EU eyes first face-to-face summit in months to haggle over budget
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - EU leaders may meet for a face-to-face summit in the coming weeks to bargain over the next joint budget and a linked coronavirus recovery fund, suspending lockdown rules imposed to contain the pandemic, diplomats and officials said.
Factbox: EU recovery fund - the battle lines
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MTN and Airtel Uganda re-introduce 50% discount on Person to Person and Mobile Wallet to bank transactions – Techjaja
MTN and Airtel Uganda will effective from 26th May 2020, re-introduce a 50% discount to standard tariffs for 30 days on all Mobile Money an
Builders push for $40k home buyer grant to stave off construction crisis - but Barr says no
Chief Minister Andrew Barr said the policy would drive up house prices.
Why did a cloth brand once promoted by Bond and Bachchan shut shop in India?
Did miscalculated branding end the 180-year brand’s run in India?
Hacker extorts online shops, sells databases if ransom not paid
More than two dozen SQL databases stolen from online shops in various countries are being offered for sale on a public website. In total, the seller provides over 1.5 million rows of records but the damage is likely much larger.
Cash levels with fund managers globally highest since 9/11; most do not expect v-shaped recovery
In what can be interpreted as a sign of pessimism across global equity markets, a survey of fund managers across the globe, has shown that cash levels are at the highest level since the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Letter to BS: Many services should have been restarted after first lockdown
PM must withdraw the powers of the CMs to put restrictions on the state borders and have separate quarantine rules
NCLAT's resolution professional ruling: Several bankruptcy cases face delay
National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) had ordered that a former bank official cannot be appointed as a resolution professional (RP) in a company facing bankruptcy
Letter to BS: India can play a key role in the post-Covid world
For that to happen, India has to carry out fast-paced economic reforms and significantly increase its economic might
China’s Civil Law Could Enable Citizens to Inherit Bitcoin
China’s Inheritance Law from 1985 might soon be updated to include internet property and cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin.
Five business groups urge Ontario to halt commercial evictions during pandemic
Five business groups called on the Ontario government on Monday to impose a commercial eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic, saying many small and medium-sized businesses are at risk of closing.
COVID-19: CREDAI writes to PM, seeks immediate relief for sector
Realtors' apex body CREDAI has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking immediate relief measures to tide over the crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The association, which has
Business activity in Dubai to resume from 6am to 11pm, starting May 27
There will be no restrictions on movement between 6am and 11pm when rule comes into effect
3 Stocks to Supplement Your Social Security Income
Companies with decent yields with the operations to support their dividends even during an economy-wrecking pandemic are certainly worth considering.
German government, Lufthansa agree on 9 billion euro aid package
Germany on Monday approved a 9 billion-euro (US$9.8 billion) aid package for stricken airline Lufthansa to keep a major employer going through the turbulence of the coronavirus pandemic. But officials said Berlin was still in talks with the European Union's executive commission about possible conditions.
The first ever ‘digital fashion week of India’ is in the works
Ever since the announcement by the Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI), on Sunday evening, for the ‘first-ever digital fashion week of India’, the Indian fashion fraternity has been jolted out of its summer siesta.
Is repurposing MGNREGA the right way forward?
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The first ever ‘digital fashion week of India’ is in the works
The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) said that the first ever digital fashion week of India will featue big couture names, with new formats expected to be in play.
Former GOVT Accountant-General dies, family suspects foul play
Former Finance ministry’s Accountant-General Daniel Muchemwa has died, Zim Morning Post can reveal. He passed on Sunday morning at Dandaro Hospital in Borrowdale, Harare.
Ontario used auto dealers expect tough year ahead, prices already down
A new survey of Ontario used auto dealerships shows the market is already under pressure with more pain likely to come.
Five business groups urge Ford to halt commercial evictions amid COVID-19
Five businesses groups are calling on the Ontario government to impose a commercial eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic.
NNPC, subsidiaries have 6,621 staff nationwide – Report
In response to speculations about its staff strength, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has disclosed that it currently has
Germany's DAX 30 Index: German stocks closes at highest since early March, Lufthansa & Bayer lead the way
The DAX finished the first day of the week at its highest level since the beginning of March. The rally was supported by a better-than-expected Ifo in
Ministry directs educational institutions to pay staff
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Ministry of Education and Sports has directed all private education institutions to duly pay their staff. Teachers and other workers in some educational institutions have reportedly gone two months without receiving their due salaries while several institutions had resorted to paying them lesser percentages with others completely suspended. …
Five business groups urge Ontario to halt commercial evictions during pandemic
TORONTO — Five business groups are calling on the Ontario government to impose a commercial eviction moratorium during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Now, brokers cannot use PoA to transfer client shares
Equity brokers may no longer be able to misuse client shares lying in demat accounts. From June 1, SEBI has discontinued the use of Power of Attorney (PoA) between a client and broker in the equity ma
Covid-19: France's health workers to get ‘significant’ pay rises
Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said Monday that health workers would soon get hefty pay increases as part of an overhaul of France's hospital system in response to the coronavirus crisis.
SolarWinds: The Winds Will Change To Lower Revenue Growth For The Next Several Quarters
SolarWinds reported a strong Q1 with revenue growing 15% to $248.5 million, well above expectations for $240 million. Management provided Q2 guidance which only
McBride: A European COVID-19 Winner, But Basic Challenges Remain
COVID-19 has actually helped Europe's largest private label household products company, McBride. The company has struggled to sustain a decent profit margin for
OPKO Health: A Hero Against The COVID-19 Villain But Has To Control Those Expenses Going Forward
The company has been able to rapidly ramp up testing for COVID-19. Its revenue figures are down as sales of its other products have been affected by confinement
Five Below: Growth At A Reasonable Price
Management estimates the market can handle 2,500 stores. At recent prices, there is an opportunity to buy growth at a reasonable price. We see potential for a 2
Rushed log legislation deserves the chop - Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers and the Forest Owners Association are joining forces to condemn the Log Brokers Bill as a Trojan horse to potentially force farmers and foresters to subsidise local processing industries from reduced export earnings.
Why cash can save the rural jobs scheme
India is set to spend over ₹1 tn on the world’s largest rural employment programme. Can it be made to work better?.Large work sites should be opened proactively in each panchayat without waiting for applications. Anyone who shows up should be allowed to work and payments should be in cash
Government to stop maize procurement by month-end
Less than half of estimated maize produce procured so far
‘An opportune time to invest in markets’
Clarity on economic recovery to unfold over 2 quarters: Reliance Securities CEO
DDS to focus on ‘local’ aspect in farming
Farmers prepare seeds and fertilizer themselves on the lines of Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan
Migrant workers leave for Jharkhand, Odisha from Dindigul
DINDIGULAbout 1875 migrant workers belonging to Jharkhand and Odisha were seen off in two special trains here on Monday.Forest Minister Dindigul C Srinivasan, Collector M. Vijayalakshmi and other seni
Bharti Airtel parent eyes $1 bn from stake sale to pay off loans
Move to help telco clean up debt overhang as promoter debt also impacts ratings
BJP seeks white paper on COVID-19 spending
State has not been able to marshall its resources properly, says Telangana BJP president Bandi Sanjay Kumar
Coronavirus | Single-day spike continues its trend for the seventh day on Monday
6,977 new infections reported along with 154 deaths. Recovery rate also up, says Health Ministry
As Coronavirus Cases Cross 1.40 Lakh-mark, India Now Among 10 Worst-hit Countries, Surpasses Iran
The JHU data further stated that India is the tenth most-affected nation by the pandemic after US, Russia, UK, Spain, Italy, Brazil, Germany, Turkey and France.
Bitcoin Hash Ribbons Indicate Post-Halving Miner Capitulation Has Begun
Hash ribbons, an indicator used to depict the health of Bitcoin miners powering the network, has just signaled capitulation for an unprecedented 4th time in thi
The best free software to file your taxes in Canada
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Impact of COVID-19: Rethinking The Business Of Fashion
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Microfinance lenders aim at repayment collection, restoring credit cycle amid rising stress
Microfinance leaders fear extended moratorium may increase stress and derail their robust credit discipline.
Coronavirus impact: Suzuki Motor Gujarat resumes operations
Suzuki Motor Gujarat has resumed manufacturing operations at the Hansalpur plant while adhering to all the safety guidelines and precautionary measures to fight the spread of Coronavirus.
Pub owners take FBD Insurance to court over cover for closures during pandemic
Pub owners have gone to court in a row over insurance cover during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Covid-19 unemployment payment could result in tax bill for recipients
The Government is reminding anyone receiving the Pandemic Unemployment Payment, instituted as an emergency response to layoffs made in the wake of the Covid-19 crisis, that they could face a tax bill at the end of the year.
Canada's banks to cement status as solid investments in a crisis
(Reuters) - Canadian banks, whose dividends yields climbed during the financial crisis, are again gaining favor with investors, as their pledges to maintain payouts gives them an edge over global counterparts who have shunned them.
Japan lifts Tokyo's state of emergency, eyes fresh stimulus
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe lifted a state of emergency for Tokyo and four remaining areas on Monday after the number of infections fell across the country, but warned that it could be reimposed if the virus started spreading again.
Crypto Wallet Providers Ledger and Trezor Dismiss Claims of Database Hack
Ledger and Trezor, two of the world’s leading cold wallet providers, on May 24, 2020, dismissed rumors of a Shopify database exploit and claims that hackers are auctioning customer personal details on the dark web.
Developers could pay compensation after class actions from buyers allege GST was incorrectly charged
A Canberra developer has been ordered to pay a woman almost $30,000. This came after a class action where buyers alleged they were incorrectly charged GST.
Bayer, Lufthansa drive gains in Europe amid holiday-thinned trading
European stocks rose to kick off the week on Monday, albeit with the action thinned by holidays in the U.K. and the U.S.
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Coronavirus news: N-95 mask prices fall 47% after NPPA advisory
N-95 masks were earlier being sold in the market for Rs 150 to 300 per unit, but prices have been reduced after the advisory by the NPPA
HDFC gets battle ready, increases provisions to Rs 11,000 crore to ward-off coronavirus fallout
Housing Development Finance Corporation (HDFC) was seen gearing up for the aftermath of the coronavirus pandemic and the subsequent nation-wide lockdown.
Indian Tea Association estimates Rs 2,100-cr revenue loss for tea industry in Assam, West Bengal during Mar-May
The association said that in these two states, the total loss of production during the three months will likely be 140 million kg. Based on last year's North India auction prices, the estimated revenue loss will be Rs 2,100 crore, ITA said.
BA planning to rehire sacked staff on worse terms, union says
Unite accuses airline of using coronavirus crisis as cover for betraying its workforce
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The Fed and other central banks are entering into a huge money-printing experiment in hopes of keeping the government-spending machine going at full speed forever. The unintended consequences will be highly destructive.
Tiger Brands Weighs Major Job Cuts as Covid-19 Hits Food Demand
Tiger Brands Ltd. could make significant job cuts and asset sales this year as Africa’s biggest publicly traded packaged-food company looks to reduce costs and survive weak consumer demand worsened by the coronavirus pandemic.
Domestic flights resume from Ahmedabad, Surat airports
As per officials of Airport Authority of India, a total of 13 domestic flights arrived and 15 left from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International (SVPI) airport in Ahmedabad on Monday, as air travel restrictions have been relaxed for travel within India in the fourth phase of lockdown.
Chief Executive of Ghana Commodity Exchange, Dr Kadri, says they are working to reverse the drop in trading due to COVID-19
The Chief Executive of the Ghana Commodity Exchange (GCX), Dr Alfa Kadri has said that they are working to reverse the drop in activities on its platform due to the impact of COVID-19 on its operations.
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The demand for online shopping has obviously increased since COVID-19 restrictions were put in place.
Ontario offers loan of up to $500M to lottery and gaming agency
Ontario is extending a line of credit of up to $500 million to its lottery and gaming agency.
ECB Facing Testy Stimulus Debate After Call to Scrap Limits
The European Central Bank looks set for another testy debate after one policy maker floated the prospect of removing what many see as an important limit on its powers.
Justice sector budget cuts ‘will negatively impact SA’s corruption fighters’
The department further expects a budget cut to hinder Legal Aid SA's ability provide legal representation for the indigent and vulnerable citizens.
China will work to ease Africa’s debt burden – Wang Yi
The Consul General of The Peoples' Republic of China in Lagos, Chu Maoming, has disclosed that Chinese Foreign Minister, Mr Wang Yi
China will work to ease Africa’s debt burden — Chinese Foreign Minister
Chinese Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, has said China will work with G20 to ease Africa’s debt burden, as they both have many things in common.
COVID-19: Reps seek enforcement of local content in all sectors of economy
ABUJA-In what appears like a proactive way of tackling an anticipated harsh economic weather in the post COVID-19 pandemic era, the House o
Gold Price News and Forecast: XAU/USD is consolidating gains at the start of the new trading week
XAU/USD is consolidating the recent gains while hovering above $1700 per troy ounce and the main SMAs on the four-hour chart. Gold bulls need a break
The US Air Force is removing height restrictions for pilots, which will allow more women to serve
(CNN) — The US Air Force has removed its minimum height requirements for prospective pilots, doing away with a barrier that had disadvantaged women. Previously,...
Car thefts skyrocket as vehicle owners stay inside during coronavirus pandemic
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Cyclone Amphan: Govt releases Rs 1,000 crore to West Bengal; central team to visit soon
The rescue-and-relief operations in West Bengal were discussed at a meeting of the National Crisis Management Committee
Activists call for health tax
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Indian Motorcycles Offering Discounts Of Up To Rs 6.7 Lakh
The discount is valid on select BS4-compliant motorcycles manufactured in 2019 that are registered by the company in Haryana and under the company’s own name
Ontario offers loan of up to $500M to lottery and gaming corporation
Ontario is extending a line of credit of up to $500 million to its lottery and gaming agency.
N-Power beneficiaries dispute minister's claim of April payment
Ms Farouq had on Saturday announced the payment of April stipends to N-Power beneficiaries.
DBB: Reopening Economies Could Lead To More Upside For Base Metals
DBB has recovered rather slowly since it reached its lowest since February 2016 on March 23. In contrast with equities, base metals have not enjoyed a fast rebo
Why Entravision Communications Stock Could Be A Solid Play For Your Deep Value Portfolio
Entravision Communications is a major owner/operator of Spanish-language TV and radio stations. COVID-19 may mean an ugly Q2, and headwinds could persist throug
Atlassian: Recent Rise And Premium Valuation Put Me On Sidelines For Now
Atlassian reported a strong Q3 earnings with revenue growing 33%, well above expectations for only ~28% growth. However, management provided Q4 revenue guidance
L3Harris Technologies: Steady Growth Yet Insulated From COVID-19 And The Economy
The recent merger of L3 Technologies and Harris Corporation created synergies that are driving cost savings and increasing margins. As a defense contractor, the
Shopify Is Taking The E-Commerce World By Storm
Lately, Shopify (SHOP) is firing on all cylinders. The company announced a series of new features on its May 20 Reunite event, together with a new partnership w
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A shareholder plan to oust a chunk of Aryzta’s board will be a key focus for investors tomorrow as the embattled Swiss-Irish baked goods company releases third quarter figures.
Zero Progress in Polavaram in Jagan’s First Year
20, Polavaram was allocated Rs 5254 Crore but the Government only spent 1,311 Crore.
Better off staying closed?
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Shaktikanta Das differs with govt over IMF's $500 billion rights plan
RBI governor backed IMF’s plan to issue fresh SDRs for helping crisis-hit members.Fresh SDR issue would have helped least developed and developing nations facing a forex crisis
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For passengers taking their first flight post the lockdown, air travel has been tedious but most are just happy to be home.What also differed is the passenger experience depending on the state to which they travel
Germany will take stake in Lufthansa in landmark $9.8-bn bailout deal
Government’s holding in the company, privatized with fanfare two decades ago, to start at 20% and could rise above 25%
Jet Airways offers two Boeing aircraft for evacuation of stranded Indians
Jet Airways could supply up to four aircraft for evacuation missions within a reasonable period of time.Jet Airways has been grounded for a year due to lack of funds
A GST cut can put auto sales on fast track to revival
The question is whether there will be adequate demand and, more importantly, what the government can do to encourage sales. Mint takes a look
B.C. Parks online reservation system back in business
British Columbia campers can reserve their favourite campsite in a provincial park as of today.The province’s online reservation system opened for bus
Area under gingelly expected to increase in Tiruchi district: official
The area under gingelly is expected to increase by about 200 hectares in Tiruchi district this year, thanks to a push given to oil seed cultivation under the Targeted Rice Fallow Area (TRFA) Oil Seeds
‘106 desilting works are on’
Works taken up under the Chief Ministers’ Special Desilting Scheme are being executed under the supervision and guidance of farmers, according to Rajesh Lakhoni, Monitoring Officer for the district.An
Daily wagers’ struggle continues despite easing of lockdown
Many wait endlessly at labour addas
CREDAI seeks restructuring scheme to revive realty sector
Also wants new home loans extended at 5% rate of interest
Domestic flights resume at Coimbatore International Airport
Three services touched down from Delhi, Chennai and Bengaluru
Activists, writers urge PM to impose 2% wealth tax on the richest 1%
A host of activists and writers have petitioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to impose “2% wealth tax on the richest 1% of the country” to fight COVID-19 pandemic. The signatories inclu
Land auction allegations a campaign to defame TTD, says Subba Reddy
‘The resolution was passed by the trust board in 2016’
M&M organises service support for its vehicles on essential services
Also comes up with finance schemes for frontline staff
Flight services re-start in Kalaburagi
Operations of domestic passenger flight services at Kalaburagi Airport which were suspended on March 12 to contain the spread of coronavirus resumed with the landing of a Star Air flight here on Monda
CM pitches for continuity of LDF rule
On fourth anniversary of government, Pinarayi recounts how recurrent obstacles were overcome
Digital Banking: Monzo, Starling, and Revolut Make it Much Easier to Open Accounts, According to a Recent Review
Many large banks in the United Kingdom appear to be falling behind their all-digital competitors when it comes to providing better overall customer service, whi
Canadian economy entering ‘unknowable times’ because of downturn from pandemic, Poloz says
Bank of Canada Governor says said the most pressing danger stemming from this uncertainty is that it could fuel serious deflationary pressures
Five business groups urge Ontario to halt commercial evictions during pandemic
Ontario Premier Doug Ford has previously declined to freeze commercial evictions
Air Canada’s takeover deal for Transat faces intense scrutiny from EU antitrust watchdog
European Commission says deal could significantly reduce competition on many routes, echoing concerns of Canada’s Competition Bureau
Bank of America Boosts Splunk (NASDAQ:SPLK) Price Target to $208.00
Splunk (NASDAQ:SPLK) had its price objective lifted by Bank of America from $175.00 to $208.00 in a report published on Friday, BenzingaRatingsTable reports. The brokerage currently has a buy rating on the software company’s stock. A number of other research analysts have also recently commented on the company. SunTrust Banks dropped their price target on […]
US urges probe into alleged ethics breach at African Development Bank
The US Department of the Treasury has called on the African Development Bank (AfDB) to carry out an independent probe into alleged ethics breaches by its president, Akinwumi Adesina. In a letter obtained by AFP on Monday, US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin expressed "deep reservations" about
BTC Dominance Signals Abrupt End to Crypto Altcoin Season
Altcoins across the crypto market may be seeing a pullback according to a buy setup on BTC dominance charts signaled by the TD Sequential indicator.
Bigger payouts for Covid beneficiaries could end up benefitting everyone
There's more to the finance minister's controversial move than meets the eye, argues Max Rashbrooke. If you’re a current beneficiary, I can see how it looks like a slap in the face. Finance minister Grant Robertson yesterday announced that people rendered unemployed by the coronavirus will receiv
NGO moves Delhi High Court seeking equal ration benefits for all Delhiites
The plea seeks same ration benefits for Aadhar card and voter card holders as is being given to ration card holders.
COVID-19 breathes hope into the future of cars as buyers shun mass transit
The global pandemic has given the automobile a chance at a revival as consumers become increasingly concerned about catching an illness on public transport.
Markets advance on hope of restrictions being eased globally
Subdued volumes traded on world markets as London and New York closed for holidays
Nvidia’s AI recreated Pac-Man just by watching it being played
Nvidia has developed an AI that could reproduce the game of Pac-Man simply by watching it being played.
Binance Adds ETH and XRP Options Contracts
Crypto exchange giant Binance announced on Monday the addition of Ethereum and XRP options trading facility.
People flock to Mississippi Gulf Coast for Memorial Day
Memorial Day turned out to be busy as people returned to Mississippi beaches.
Fear of airline bankruptcies triggered knee-jerk opening; but states not playing ball
Aviation Minister Hardeep Singh Puri's plea for 'cooperative federalism' shows that Centre anticipated some resistance to reopening domestic flights; they why were flights restarted without consulting the states?
China’s crypto is all about tracing — and power
If the experiment succeeds, this new cash, valued the same as the familiar banknotes bearing Mao Zedong’s image, will become the world’s first sovereign token to reside exclusively in the ether.
SEBI steps in to de-stress the stressed, but are the measures taken by the regulator good enough?
With the stock markets volatile and investor community uncertain, primary investments in listed companies have stagnated.
Amazon’s Kindle and Echo team now working on the company’s COVID-19 testing project
Amazon wants to ramp up coronavirus testing
IDFC First Bank seniors to forgo 65% of bonus amid Covid-19 crisis
V Vaidyanathan, managing director and chief executive, will take 30 per cent cut in his compensation, including fixed compensation as well as all allowances.
Delay in projects to impact profitability in FY21, says Cochin Shipyard
There will not be any additional impact due to liquidated damages for delay in running projects as it has already invoked Force Majeure clause available in all the contracts
Nearly 10% of Bitcoin’s Current Supply is Dormant; Why This Matters
Data shows that Bitcoin may also be scarcer than previously thought, as 7.78% of the current BTC supply hasn’t been moved in over 10 years.
COVID-19: Saudi Arabia enters new phase in virus war
Commitment is the key to safety, says minister
Segalink moves to help investors recover their debt from Wale Jana
Human Rights Activist, Segun Awosanya aka SegaLink has made moves to help investors recover their debt from Saphire scents C.E.O, Wale Alade Jana. Taking to Twitter earlier today, Segalink shared a press release in which he
As malls reopen across the country, worries grow that consumers won't come back
Malls across the country are beginning to open their doors after weeks of government-mandated shutdowns, but both operators and retail tenants are stepping into uncharted territory amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Canada Revenue Agency extends some trust and corporate filing deadlines
The Canada Revenue Agency is extending some of the filing deadlines for corporations and trusts in a move to help businesses and tax preparers dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Use pandemic to stop brain drain, MPs told, as payments for CERB top $40 billion
The federal government should use the COVID-19 pandemic to reverse a brain drain of top tech talent south of the border, a House of Commons committee heard Monday, alongside warnings that companies would leave Canada if taxes go up to pay for massive deficits.
Use pandemic to stop brain drain, MPs told, as payments for CERB top $40 billion
The federal government should use the COVID-19 pandemic to reverse a brain drain of top tech talent south of the border, a House of Commons committee heard Monday.
Economic shock from COVID-19 to lead to higher indebtedness, Poloz says
Canada's response to the COVID-19 pandemic will 'clearly lead to higher indebtedness' once the economic shock has passed, Bank of Canada governor Stephen Poloz warned Monday.
Nigeria's GDP grew by 1.87 per cent in Q1 - The Nation Nigeria
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said that the First Quarter of 2020, Nigeria's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 1.87 per...
‘Return of Goans working overseas will trigger massive unemployment’
NT NETWORK Panaji Admitting that the return of the Goans working abroad, including seafarers to their motherland, following Coronavirus pandemic would res
GBP/USD: All ears to the ground for Brexit themes ahead of June 30
GBP/USD is currently trading at 1.2192 and slightly higher at the start of the week. Investors remain bullish on the relaxation of lockdown measures w
USD/JPY looks to end day near 107.70 with small gains
The USD/JPY pair is fluctuating in an extremely tight 15-pip range on Monday as US investors enjoy a long-weekend in observance of Memorial Day. As of
Chennai Firms Seek Better Stimulus As 17 Estates Reopen With 25% Staff
M Balachandran's automotive component manufacturing unit at Chennai's industrial hub Ambattur is back to life. With just a quarter of his 50 workers permitted, it's not business as usual. He has paid full salary for March but could pay only half for April.
Accountability group calls for COVID-19 transparency, whistleblower protection
OTTAWA — An ad-hoc transparency group is calling on governments to make crucial records related to the COVID-19 pandemic open by default as a measure of accountability to the public.
VW loses landmark German case as diesel owners stand to receive damages
A German federal court judge ruled that Volkswagen has to pay compensation to motorists who purchased vehicles with manipulated diesel engines, a ...
Lufthansa, German government agree on US$9.8 billion rescue package: sources
The German government and the management of flagship carrier Lufthansa , which has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, have reached an ...
Lufthansa, German government agree on rescue package: dpa
The German government and the management of flagship carrier Lufthansa , which has been hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, have reached an ...
The Fed's Corporate Lending Facilities: A Case Of Pseudo Markets
Although the Fed's intent is to provide temporary liquidity to large U.S. firms, the promise of supporting corporate bond prices and making loans to highly leve
JetBlue Airways: Beware The Pending Capital Raise
JetBlue's 1Q commentary points to an April trough. I am less confident about JetBlue leading a recovery given its exposure to the Northeast. The ~$750 million c
Don’t try to fool government
Concrete answers are few and far between during a pandemic, which is why there weren’t a lot of them during the Kelowna Chamber of Commerce’s monthly webinar on Monday.
Accountability group calls for COVID-19 transparency, whistleblower protection
OTTAWA - An ad-hoc transparency group is calling on governments to make crucial records related to the COVID-19 pandemic open by default as a measure of acc
Moving beyond geopolitics
In the post-COVID world, countries and tech giants should be obligated to share data in the larger interest of mankind
JNUSU, admin spar over circular advising students to go home
Students’ union feels that travelling at this time put lives at risk
‘Decision to auction TTD assets not fair’
Trust Board special invitee writes to Subba Reddy
FM’s package of no use to micro enterprises: ex-CM
‘A fresh Budget must be presented in Parliament's next session’
Officials swing into action asreturnees’ numbers swell
Zero in on NREGA to provide temporary livelihood
The problem with the liquidity push
Even if partially successful, it will culminate in eventual default; the crisis is only likely to intensify
Extend MGNREGA work to 200 days, says PMK
The PMK on Monday demanded that work under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act be extended to 200 days instead of the present 100 days.In a statement, its founder S. Ramadoss sa
Tirumala laddus fly off shelves in no time
Stocks at district headquarters evaporate in no time
Industry gearing up for normal activity
At present, many units run by scaling down production
Zee office building in Noida sealed
The Zee Media Corporation Limited building in Noida’s Sector 16 has been sealed for sanitisation and access to it will be allowed only after the health team issues a fitness certificate, the District
A well-balanced stimulus package
It will minimise the human cost of the COVID-19 crisis and also pave the path for structural reforms
Payments for CERB top $40-billion as feds open doors for commercial rent help
Landlords with up to 10 eligible tenants located in Atlantic Canada, British Columbia, Alberta or Quebec could apply online Monday
Canada Revenue Agency extends some trust and corporate filing deadlines
The agency says it will allow businesses to defer T2 corporation income tax returns otherwise due in June, July or August, to Sept. 1
Domino's relaunch Click & Collect service
Domino's has launched a Click & Collect service in 19 of its restaurants nationwide.
Old Bitcoin Miner Proves Craig Wright has No Access to 145 Tulip Trust Addresses
Signed messages claiming Craig Wright is a fraud were sent from 145 Bitcoin addresses Wright listed were his in the Tulip Trust. The addresses seemed to have be
Intuit Posts 8 Pct Q3 Revenue Hit
Intuit, the maker of financial software TurboTax, QuickBooks and Mint, posted an 8 percent decline in revenue for the quarter ending April 30.
Intuit Posts 8 Pct Q3 Revenue Hit
Intuit, the maker of financial software TurboTax, QuickBooks and Mint, posted an 8 percent decline in revenue for the quarter ending April 30.
Bengal and Assam tea sector estimated a loss of Rs 2,100 crore due to lockdown
Indian tea sector has estimated loss of Rs 2,100 crore in Assam and Bengal due to lockdown. This is based on the price recovered in 2019 North India tea auctions. These two north Indian tea producing states contribute over 80% to India's national yield. The plantation sector has requested government for a multidirectional financial package to come out of the crisis.
View: With the global supply chain being reconfigured, India must intelligently restructure its economy
Indias aspirations have been whetted by its improving ease of doing business, though more needs to be done.
Anti-dumping investigation on barley the only one initiated by China on Australia: commerce minister
Since China's anti-dumping and anti-subsidy investigation and relevant punitive tariffs against Australia's barley imports have recently become sources of tension, China's Commerce Minister said the investigation is the only one initiated by China on Australia, compared to more than 100 investigations launched by Australia.
UCD rules out fees refund sought by students due to Covid-19 ‘disruption’
Hundreds of international students seek partial rebate due to impact on experience
Regeneron to buy back $5 billion stake held by Sanofi
(Reuters) - U.S. drugmaker Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said on Monday it would repurchase about $5 billion of its shares directly from France’s Sanofi, without altering their over-a-decade-long partnership.
UBS to Create Fintech-Specific Venture Fund
UBS Group, a Swiss investment banking giant, is creating a venture capital fund with a corpus of hundreds of millions of dollars of its own fund.
India announces 10 additional repatriation flights from Qatar
Doha: India has announced 10 additional flights as part on the ongoing repatriation mission from Qatar. Air India and Air India Express will operate the additional flights.
Federal government launches hotline to offer businesses advice amid COVID-19 pandemic
The federal government has partnered with the Canadian Chamber of Commerce to launch a hotline to provide free advice to businesses.
China decides to evacuate its citizens from India amid rise in Covid cases
The move to evacuate its citizens comes in the wake of India emerging as the 10th worst-hit country by the deadly virus, which has infected nearly 1.40 lakh people in India.
New emissions blow for Volkswagen as German court backs damages claims
US authorities banned the affected cars after the cheat software was discovered, triggering claims for compensation.
Delhi gas operators seek tax relief, loan restructuring to deal with lockdown impact
Pummeled by evaporating demand and fall in business due to the lockdown, city gas operators such as Adani Gas, GAIL and Torrent Gas have sought tax relief and loan restructuring to tide over
COVID-19: Dubai Tourism, stakeholders discuss strategies for industry revival
Emirates commenced passenger flights between Dubai and nine destinations from May 21
SA Express liquidators seek more powers for asset sales to free up cash
Liquidators might launch a court application for the extension of their powers so they can sell SA Express assets, cancel aircraft leases and solicit or assess bids for the airline by potential buyers. The powers would enable them to free up cash to pay the airline’s creditors, who are owed more than R2.5bn.
Is deflation set to become Economic Enemy No 1?
Amid all the uncertainties that lie ahead is the possibility of deflation setting in post-Covid-19. Negative inflation rates would create an even steeper and longer hill to climb out of economic recession than we are already expecting. It will all come down to whether demand under- or over-shoots supply. The jury is out.
“City of darkness” no longer – AfDB supported electricity project lights up Juba
The $38 million Juba Power Distribution System Rehabilitation and Expansion Project is almost completed according to a release by the AfDB.
Japan lifts emergency in Tokyo
Stimulus plan to be funded by 2nd extra budget, Abe support at record low
Punjab to provide free ration to 14 lakh migrants under Atmanirbhar scheme
While 17.7 lakh migrants had registered on the government portal to go back home and three lakh have left via trains and over a lakh via buses and many others on foot or private vehicles, the remaining around 14 lakh will get 2 months of free ration under the scheme.
SA's corruption fighters may be crippled as justice sector faces cash crunch over Covid-19
The fight against corruption may falter while the country deals with the Covid-19 pandemic, as a budget cut of R1.7 billion is being "bandied about" for the already perennially cash-strapped justice sector.
Online games could be source of money laundering, B.C. public inquiry hears
A public inquiry into money laundering in British Columbia has heard that cash is still king but cryptocurrencies and other virtual trade could rise as a trend.
CRA extends some trust and corporate filing deadlines
The Canada Revenue Agency is extending some of the filing deadlines for corporations and trusts in a move to help businesses and tax preparers dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
ASX to open higher, $A steady
Australian shares are poised to advance, extending Monday's surge. German shares lift on Lufthansa rescue.
New Bank of Canada Governor Faces Stagflation, Rosenberg Says
Incoming Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem will face a combination of rising prices and stagnant growth as the economy struggles to recover from the coronavirus pandemic.
DA calls for special inspector-general to prevent graft in relief fund
The party also threatened to table an amendment to the Special Appropriations Bill, should Mboweni not adhere to the request.
Gold Price Analysis: XAU/USD meets a plateau as global CODVID curve peaks
The price of XAU/USD is at $1,727.88, -0.45 and has sunk from a high of $1,735.67 falling to $1,721.61 on the day. Gold is a complicated mix of deflat
Pound Sterling Price News and Forecast: GBP/USD taking advantage of a softer US dollar and slight risk-on tones
GBP/USD is currently trading at 1.2192 and slightly higher at the start of the week. Investors remain bullish on the relaxation of lockdown measures w
121 electric co-ops comply with order to help consumers
The Philippine Rural Electric Cooperatives Association Inc. said Monday the 121 electric cooperatives in the country complied with all the directives of regulators to protect the interests of consumers during the enhanced community quarantine period.
PCCI supports cut in corporate taxes
The Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry said it strongly supports the immediate passage of the Corporate Recovery and Tax Incentives for Enterprises Act which was formerly known as the Corporate Income Tax and Incentives Reform Act.
No Celebrations As Pinarayi Vijayan Sails Into Fifth Year In Office
Without any celebrations, the Pinarayi Vijayan-led LDF government in Kerala sailed into its fifth year in office, resolving to steer through the COVID-19 crisis and assuring that development would not be affected.
Prices Of N-95 Masks Fall 47% After Pharma Pricing Body's Advisory: Government
Leading manufacturers and importers of N-95 masks have reduced prices by up to 47 per after regulator NPPA stepped in to ensure the availability of this respiratory protection device at affordable rates in the country, the government said on Monday.
Transat extends Air Canada takeover timing following European regulatory review
TORONTO — Transat AT has extended the timing of its acquisition by Air Canada after European regulators launched an in-depth investigation into the deal over concerns it may reduce competition and result in higher prices.
How JioMart Can Help Facebook's WhatsApp Monetize 400 Million Users
JioMart launched a pilot project on April 27 in which WhatsApp plays a major role. On May 22, the company announced the official launch of the JioMart platform.
IPG Photonics: Buy On Weakness
IPG owns one of the safest and strongest balance sheets in corporate America. The long-term trend of rising demand for lasers of all types puts the wind at your
Capturing The Trend In Cryptocurrencies
Bitcoin's price volatility reaches 6-year high. The upward momentum of cryptocurrencies can create enormous returns on investment, but the downside risk is subs
Newmont Corporation: Digging Into The Q1 Results
Newmont Corporation released its Q1 results earlier this month, reporting quarterly gold production of 1.5 million ounces at all-in sustaining costs just above
Arista Networks: Free Cash Flow To Drive The Stock Back To $300
Arista Networks displays a stellar balance sheet and juicy net profit margins. Discounted cash flow model points towards a return to $300/share, with prudent gr
Petrol pumps closed in different areas of Karachi over lack of supply
The pumps have been closed down due to depletion of petrol stocks
FBD plans to ask court to delay cases taken by most publicans
Insurer FBD says it intends to ask judges at the Commercial Court not to hear additional legal actions taken against it by publicans who say their cover is not being honoured, until a case now underway is decided one way or another.
BJP to hold 1000 virtual conferences on anniversary of Modi-2 govt
India News: NEW DELHI: To mark the first anniversary of the Modi-2 government, the BJP will hold virtual rallies across the country and organise over 1,000 confer.
Understanding VC cycles for post-pandemic success
VC investing is currently in a 'triage' stage. Here's a look at how that will change as we gradually emerge from the pandemic.
Passengers’ body blames govt. for sloppy first day of flight resumption
The Air Passengers Association of India (APAI) on Monday blamed the government’s sloppy handling of domestic flight resumption for large-scale flight cancellations and passengers not knowing State-wis
After chaotic Day 1, only 41 flights planned today at Chennai airport
More cancellations expected, say officials
As flights resume, more passengers leave than arrive in Mumbai
24 flights depart from city, while 23 land; seven airlines carry 4,852 passengers to and fro; highest passenger load to Delhi
Cancellations add to flyers’ woes at Chennai airport
Chennai airport handled only 19 departures and 17 arrivals on Monday
Quarantined investors create ‘perfect storm of stupid’ (Plus, a TSX stock skyrocketing on the shift to remote working)
A roundup of investment ideas for active investors
2 New Airport Projects Come on Stream in Iran
Two new airport development projects were inaugurated on Monday by President Hassan Rouhani, Minister of Roads and Urban Development Mohammad Eslami, Managing Director of Iran Airports Company
Analysis: Will Europe unite around the EU's coronavirus recovery plan?
Euronews' political editor Darren McCaffrey looks at the splits over the EU's coronavirus recovery plan.
EU to announce green strings for post-pandemic funding
The European Union is due to announce economic recovery plans which could be up to one trillion euros and wants to pull Europe out of the crisis with green measures.
Europeans Save Less, Spend More As Economy Lags
European consumers are saving more to safeguard against the pandemic economy, which analysts say will hinder economic recovery.
Bennett University webinar: Need to tap Artificial Intelligence to fight Covid, says IT minister Ravi Shankar Prasad
“This world will not remain the same as it was till now. Your life habits, your approach to life, maybe your over-aggrandizement of the world as a nation will change. In this light, do we need to reflect on the application of AI in a completely different way?” Prasad said.
Berlin to take 20% stake in €9bn bailout of Lufthansa as airline struggles amid Covid-19 travel fallout
Germany will offer Lufthansa a €9bn bailout in return for a 20% stake two decades after the airline was privatised with much fanfare.
Hotel owners fight to save jobs during COVID-19 crisis
As we speak, hotel occupancy rates have plummeted to less than 5% in the entire country
Irish PM Leo Varadkar Accused of Violating Covid-19 Safety Rules as His Picnic Video Emerges Online
The development comes amid a similar row in neighbouring Britain, where a key adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson violated government lockdown rules by travelling...
Australian Prime Minister Rolls Out Plan to Save Economy as China Slaps Tariffs on Country's Exports
Trade relations between the two geographic neighbours reached a new low as Beijing banned several Australian beef-exporting companies and slapped an 80% tariff on the...
VW ordered to buy back diesel cars it sold equipped with emission evasion software based on their current value
The decision comes after a motorist took the company to court over a Volkswagen Sharan he bought in 2014, which was equipped with the software that turned off emissions controls during testing.
Ethereum’s Macro Bear Structure Strengthens as Analysts Eye a Massive Decline
Ethereum's poor performance against BTC has spilled over into its USD pair as well, causing it to flash some notable signs of weakness.
DV Sadananda Gowda arrives from Delhi, skips quarantine, says he’s exempted
Union Minister for Chemicals & Fertilizers DV Sadananda Gowda, who flew into Bengaluru from the ‘high-risk’ Delhi, was not subjected to the mandatory institutional quarantine on Monday. Both Gowda
Government’s ‘Job Maker’ plan to be revealed today
The Prime Minister is today expected to unveil plans of the new ‘Job Maker’ program, as part of plans to reignite the Australian economy. The program will encourage small, medium and large businesses…
Brazil turns to multilateral lenders in coronavirus crisis
BRASILIA — Brazil’s government hopes to borrow $4 billion from multilateral lending organizations to finance expenses related to the coronavirus crisis, including emergency supplementary payments and other social support programs.
Inflation remote risk compared with Bank of Canada’s bigger worry — depression-inducing mix of deflation and debt
Kevin Carmichael: In his final speech as Governor, Stephen Poloz seeks to allay fears that the billions being pumped into the economy will lead to runaway prices
Delhi Metro prepares to begin ops at 24-48 hr notice
As the first step towards resuming services, DMRC has decided to deploy full manpower, including station controllers and housekeeping staff, from Tuesday, sources said. Cleaning of stations has also started.
NZD/USD is perched on a fragile branch, struggles to break higher
NZD/USD is trading at 0.6100, +.01% on the day as we head into the early Asian open. The pair has traded between a range of 0.6083 and 0.6108 on what
Forex Today: Dull start to the week
What you need to know on Tuesday, May 26th: It was a dull start to the week, with the US and the UK on holiday. Those equities markets that were opene
Lotte resumes tender offer to buy more PCPPI shares
Lotte Chilsung Beverage Co. Ltd. of South Korea resumed its tender offer to acquire additional shares in soft drink manufacturer Pepsi-Cola Products Philippines Inc. after filing an updated valuation and fairness opinion with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Government Releases Rs 1,000 Crore To Bengal; Central Team To Assess Cyclone Damage
The Centre has released Rs 1,000 crore to the West Bengal government, as announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and a team of the Union government will visit the state soon to assess the damage caused by Cyclone Amphan.
Ontario used auto dealers expect tough year ahead, prices already down
TORONTO — Used car dealers in Ontario are starting to recover from the near total shutdown in April, but a survey released Monday suggests they expect sales and prices to be under pressure for the year as economic uncertainty clouds the market.
UK to introduce 14-day quarantine for international arrivals
UK to introduce 14-day quarantine for international arrivals
Hard times for Boeing, long a symbol of American might
Hard times for Boeing, long a symbol of American might
NNPC has 6,621 staff strength – Report
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) says it currently has 6,621 staff strength both at its headquarters and across all its subsidiaries
German government, regions tussle over reopening from COVID-19 lockdowns
BERLIN: Germany's central and regional governments were at odds on Monday (May 25) over when and how far to ease contact distancing rules, with ...
Teladoc Health: The Growth Is Here To Stay
Teladoc Health recently reported impressive Q1 2020 results and management provided strong full-year 2020 guidance. This new market darling has a strong bull ca
Last Chance To Board The Microsoft Train
Microsoft trades near all-time highs and this may have investors wondering if the stock is still a good buy. Through our DCF valuation, we propose two scenarios
The Week Ahead, S&P 500 Futures Are Up +1% And Poised To Reach 3,000
If after reading this article you conclude that I haven't gotten over the short shrift stocks gave the China-US rift last week, you'd be right. The futures for
Joe Rogan: $100 million Spotify deal ‘feels gross’ during a time ‘when people can’t work’
Joe Rogan podcast deal with Spotify, worth $100 million, "feels gross" for the UFC color commentator, who recently became "weirdly richer."
Pub owners take FBD Insurance to court over Covid-19 disruption cover
Pub owners claim they are entitled to have consequential losses covered by what they say is an insurable risk.
Reg A+: Groundfloor Seeks Up to $10 Million in Series B Funding Round
Groundfloor is turning to SeedInvest to raise additional growth capital. Groundfloor has posted an offering page for indications of interest and, as
Here’s the key to constructing a portfolio for what comes next
Nobody has a clue about what lies ahead, and that won’t change until we get a better sense of how the novel coronavirus will proceed from here, but a few assumptions will put things into perspective
HSBC board rethinks overhaul and seeks even sharper cuts
More drastic action sought three months after unveiling plan to slash 35,000 jobs and $4.5bn of costs
State aid should be reviewed 'to help EU compete with US & China'
It comes after the German government and flagship carrier Lufthansa reportedly reached an agreement on state aid worth €9 billion.
Victoria’s BRI deal benefits local economy
Australia’s southeastern Victoria state should stick to its partnership with China to cooperate on the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), despite noises made by politicians in Canberra, Chinese analysts said.
Japan government to lift state of emergency across country
The Japan government on Monday decided to lift the state of emergency for COVID-19 in Tokyo and four other prefectures of the country, the only places where the measure implemented to curb the...
Visakhapatnam: Violators of Covid norms, traffic rules get their vehicles back
The lockdown has come as a blessing in disguise for the cash-strapped State as the number of vehicles seized during this period brought sizeable inflow into its exchequer.
German government takes 20% stake in $10B Lufthansa bailout
May 25 (UPI) -- Lufthansa Group announced Monday that the airline will receive a $10 billion bailout from Germany, giving the government a 20 precent stake in the company and two seats on the airline's board.
#SaveDehingPatkai: Coal Mining Threatens ‘Amazon of the East’
As the nation-wide lockdown continues, so do environment, forest and wildlife clearances. The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) recently approved a coal mining project by North-Eastern Coal Field, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), in an area that forms part of an elephant reserve in upper Assam.
Air India to resume operation on Kolkata-Imphal-Aizawl route from Thursday
All scheduled commercial passenger flights have been suspended since March 25 when the government imposed a nationwide lockdown to curb the coronavirus pandemic. The flights resumed on Monday.
Covid-19: After govt intervention, prices of N-95 masks down by up to 47%
To address the issue of higher prices of the N-95 masks, the NPPA intervened to ensure their availability at affordable prices in the country, the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers said in a statement on Monday.
Germany set to take Lufthansa stake in landmark $9.8-billion bailout
The aid package involves taking an initial 20 per cent stake that could rise to a blocking minority of 25 per cent plus one share in the event of a hostile takeover, the carrier said on Monday.
India looks to store cheap oil in United States: Oil minister
India is looking at storing some low priced U.S. oil in facilities there as its local storage is full, oil minister Dharmendra Pradhan told CNBC TV18 news channel. India's plan could be similar to a
Tech This Week | Advertising a tax on the poor, pandemic going to exacerbate it
Many don’t have jobs now but the book Poor Economics says they could trade off a little food for entertainment. So they’ll bear the brunt.
Qld Premier to face frustrated tourism leaders on the Gold Coast
The Premier is expected to meet with tourism leaders and the Mayor on the Gold Coast today amidst heavy criticism the government is not doing enough to get the tourism market kicking again.
Universal basic income – an idea whose time has come
‘There’s nothing more powerful than an idea whose time has come,’ said Victor Hugo. This quote helps us understand the growing calls from all spheres of society worldwide for the introduction of a universal basic income (also known as a basic income grant).
Germany stamps authority on Lufthansa with $9.8 bln lifeline
FRANKFURT/BERLIN — Germany threw Lufthansa a 9 billion euro ($9.8 billion) lifeline on Monday, agreeing a bailout which gives Berlin a veto in the event of a hostile bid for the airline.
The Gold No-Brainer
What Eric Fry is seeing as the four catalysts pushing gold's price higher. Make sure your portfolio has exposure to the yellow metal now.
World Bank’s approval for Nigeria’s $1.5b cash coming July
The World Bank will take final decision in late July on a $1.5 billion loan to support Nigeria as it fights the novel coronavirus, the bank’s country ...
99% MSMEs won’t benefit from Centre’s loan scheme: Chavan
As part of the stimulus package to revive small businesses from the financial damage caused by the prolonged coronavirus-induced lockdown, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had announced Rs 3.70 lakh crore collateral-free automatic loans for businesses, including MSMEs.
Physical EGM by SBI contradicting rationale behind lockdown, says IiAS
In a report, IiAS said the bank “is compelled to hold a physical EGM in June, contradicting the rationale behind national lockdowns to contain the spread of Covid-19.”
‘Bharti Telecom to sell 2.75% stake in Airtel to raise $1 billion’
The block deal will be conducted by JP Morgan India at around Rs 558 per share, close to 6 per cent discount to the closing price of Rs 593.20 on May 22 on the NSE.
To consumers, Malaysia’s CPI deflation a sign of pandemic hardship
KUALA LUMPUR, May 26 — To economists, the sharp plunge in April’s consumer price index was hardly a surprise. The nation was under a partial lockdown for that entire month; businesses shut down and demand plunged. But consumers saw the deflation as a telling sign of something far more...
Carney: America’s Economy Slowly Comes Back to Life
Small pieces of real time, high frequency economic data all tell the same story: the worst of the coronavirus impact on the U.S. economy is behind us. | Economy
DA calls for a special inspector-general to monitor govt's Covid-19 relief fund
DA MP Geordin Hill-Lewis said previous localised disasters, as well as regular expenditure, had been lost through illegitimate procurement practices, undue cost escalation and direct theft, which made this a necessity.
Rich Chinese Snapping up Luxury Homes From Singapore to Sydney
Rich Chinese home buyers are back.
Only a Few Hedge Funds Made Money in March and April. Here’s How
Father-of-six Nicolas Bryon didn’t get much sleep in March but it wasn’t family duties keeping him up. As global markets crashed, the Sydney-based hedge-fund manager rose every hour to check on his positions and execute trades.
USD/JPY: Bulls targeting 108.00 catch a breath amid mixed clues
USD/JPY buyers catch a breath near 107.70 at the start of Tuesday’s Asian session. While the absence of traders from the UK and the US seems to have l
Australian PM Morrison rolls out plan to save economy as China slaps tariffs on country's exports – Sputnik
Early Tuesday morning in Asia, Sputnik came out with the news conveying the details of the Aussie PM Scott Morrison’s plan to combat China’s recent pu
Use pandemic to stop brain drain, MPs told, as payments for CERB top $40 billion
OTTAWA — The federal government should use the COVID-19 pandemic to reverse a brain drain of top tech talent south of the border, a House of Commons committee heard Monday, alongside warnings that companies would leave Canada if taxes go up to pay fo
COVID-19: Worries grow that consumers won't come back to malls
Mall owners have a strong incentive to get their properties open safely, as rents have plummeted following the provincial orders to close
Air Canada CEO's compensation cut by more than half to $5.8M due to COVID-19
MONTREAL — Air Canada CEO Calin Rovinescu was on track to receive around $12.9 million in total compensation last year, but the value fell by more than half as the airline's shares stalled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Prices of Japanese premium melons plunge amid coronavirus outbreak
A pair of premium Japanese melons sold Monday for just a slice of the five million yen (US$46,000) reached at auction last year, as the ...
In Philippine slums, heat, hunger take a toll under lockdown
MANILA: One by one, Michelle Asinto's six children take the plate of rice doused in soy sauce and eat their share before passing it on. This is ...
Mall REITs - Under Threat From The Lockdown Flight To Online Shopping
Clearly, online retail taking a larger share of total retail spend is bad news for REITs that specialise in mall real estate. We see this very clearly in the U.
Fed Chiefs Speak: Reading Between The Lines
On May 20, 2020, three state Fed chiefs spoke independently on what they expect the economy to do in the near future. I thought it'd be a great idea to reconcil
There's Always Something To Worry About (And That's Bullish)
Persistence of worry among investors supports a bullish contrarian thesis. The 32% rally in the S&P 500 strongly suggests a new bull has begun. Online retail sa
A Contrarian View On JetBlue
JBLU has been more than cut in half from its 2020 highs. However, any recovery looks to be quite slow. And the valuation is pricing in a lot of earnings that ar
'I broke no laws' - Taoiseach defends picnic with friends after public were discouraged from doing so
The Taoiseach has issued a staunch defence of his decision to have a picnic with friends in the Phoenix Park on Sunday afternoon.
Use pandemic to stop brain drain, MPs told, as payments for CERB top $40 billion
OTTAWA - The federal government should use the COVID-19 pandemic to reverse a brain drain of top tech talent south of the border, a House of Commons committ
Kharge slams Modi government on absence of sector-specific plan
Senior Congress leader says the Centre has refused to address the crisis
Quantum Computers Could “Completely Shatter” the Current Internet Security Systems Protecting Bitcoin (BTC) Network, Digital Payments, IoT Devices: Report
Nobody really knows when Bitcoin (BTC) and other cryptocurrencies will be “vulnerable” to the threat from quantum computers, according to most exp
Slate Asset Management launches $500-million fund to finance COVID-hit companies
Toronto-based Slate plans to offer bridge financing, loan restructuring, as well as preferred equity purchases as the industry deals with a massive drop in rent payments
Pandemic personal finance update finale: A 10-point checklist of things you should have done by now to protect or improve your money situation
This tenth, and last, instalment of the Pandemic Personal Finance Update will look at 10 steps to guard your financial well-being
Federal government plans to accelerate investments in high-speed internet for remote parts of Canada
Ottawa to launch website that will track broadband infrastructure projects through various stages of progress
Air Canada CEO’s compensation cut by more than half to $5.8 million due to COVID-19
Calin Rovinescu was on track to receive around $12.9 million in total compensation last year
Active Ethereum Wallet Count Has Grown 350% Since 2018; What This Indicates
There is one key data metric suggests that Ethereum has built immense underlying strength over the past couple of years.
Reopening Trends: Consumers Spending More On Gas, Kids Still Home From School
The U.S. is slowly reopening its facilities, with a variety of upwards and downwards trends emerging in various areas of the retail landscape.
MULILI & SHAH: Need to lay out post-Covid-19 strategies for
Manufacturing has suffered due to mandated working in shifts and the impact of the lockdown.
EDITORIAL: Reform to benefit farmers
Agriculture contributes 26 per cent of the gross domestic product.
KIBAARA: Smart food markets for the future way to go
The Covid-19 pandemic has revealed that open markets aren’t built for a crisis like this one.
Air Canada CEO's compensation cut by more than half to $5.8M due to COVID-19
MONTREAL — Air Canada CEO Calin Rovinescu was on track to receive around $12.9 million in total compensation last year, but the value fell by more than half as the airline’s shares stalled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Khammam: Puvvada Ajay Kumar says agriculture officials to Prepare agri plans for kharif season
Transport Minister Puvvada Ajay Kumar told agriculture officials to prepare agriculture plans for kharif season following the government’s directions and crop coverage proposed in the district.
Hulbert: My stock market forecast for June is likely wrong — but watch out for August
The March lows of the coronavirus crash could still be tested, writes Mark Hulbert.
Renewable electricity suppliers gaining ground
Generating capacity of independent producers is just about equal to that of an Eskom power station.
What options are available for ethical investing?
Shariah-compliant funds and ESG investment products are among the choices available to you.
Covid-19 to dent M&R earnings ‘more than 20%’
Group reports further growth in order book to R51.5bn at end-March.
Pandemic delivers R943m revenue blow to Netcare
Costs for PPE escalate to R850m as group bolsters its supply ahead of virus peak.
The poor world must be the rich world’s pandemic imperative
Assisting poorer countries is not just the right thing to do; it is also the only way to contain the pandemic.
Air New Zealand sees annual underlying loss due to coronavirus
Air New Zealand Ltd said on Tuesday it would report an underlying loss in the financial year ending June 30 due to the coronavirus pandemic, but had slashed costs to the extent it had not yet needed to draw down on a government loan.
Central bank asset purchases creating ‘fake markets’, analyst warns
'They're no longer related to any fundamental analysis whatsoever'
36% liquor stores back in business in Mumbai
At the epicentre of coronavirus infections in the country, Mumbai has disallowed counter sales of liquor to avoid big crowds outside beer and wine shops. It was also one of the last districts to permit home deliveries of liquor.
Covid-19 wrap: Hydroxychloriquine trials suspended and over 344 000 deaths globally
Here are the latest developments in the coronavirus crisis.
RSM, BDO staff return to the office amid strong demand
The mid-tier accounting firms say despite the downturn, clients are increasingly seeking advice, including on how to access stimulus packages.
Only a few hedge funds made money in March and April. Here's how.
Successful funds exhibited similar traits: an ability to trade across different geographies or asset classes and a hyper-vigilance towards monitoring positions.
Oil Rallies With Producers Showing Confidence by Hiking Prices
Oil’s recovery from its historic crash last month is barreling ahead, with some OPEC producers displaying signs of confidence that the market is stabilizing.
AUD/JPY: Bearish case getting cheaper as each session passes
AUD/JPY has been on the bid at the start of this week and despite ongoing geopolitical tensions that have weighed on commodity markets. There has been
Dr. Henry ‘encouraged’ as B.C. records two days of single-digit COVID-19 case increases
Four people have died due to the virus in the past 48 hours
No more grants for the self-employed, Treasury says - Inside Israel
Treasury says the economy is back to normal.
Why Africa can’t afford further delay on AfCFTA -- AFREXIMBANK
The devastating impact of the coronavirus pandemic on Africa’s economy has shown that the continent can ill-afford a further delay in the implementation
French carmaker Renault could close plants and cut jobs: union
French carmaker Renault could unveil job cuts and plants closures on Thursday as the company looks to save 2 billion euros (US$2.2 billion) in ...
Air Canada, Transat deal faces intense EU antitrust scrutiny
Air Canada's bid for Canadian tour operator Transat AT Inc may result in higher prices and less choice for flights between Europe and Canada, EU ...
Square: Soon To $100/Share And Beyond
Square's Cash App has seen explosive growth, expanding its ecosystem of services. My discounted cash flow valuation model suggests that shares have further upsi
Government warned economy could fall off a cliff in September without more stimulus
Consumers are spending more money, but economists warn Australia could fall off a financial cliff in September without more stimulus measures.
Young people dominate early super withdrawals
Young Australians comprise the majority of people making early withdrawals from their superannuation, as the COVID-19 crisis sweeps through the economy.
Bharti to sell 2.75% stake in Airtel for $1bn, reduce debt
India Business News: Bharti Telecom, the Indian promoter of telco major Bharti Airtel, is set to sell a stake of up to 2.75% in the mobile services provider through block
Wanted: Leaders who can bounce from crises
India Business News: Resilience has emerged as the most important trait in a leader steering an organisation. The last two months of uncertainty, brought on by the coronav
Our national airline says there's still too much uncertainty to forecast earnings for the financial year that ends in a month, but says it hasn't needed to draw on the $900m loan facility offered by the taxpayer yet
Our national airline says there's still too much uncertainty to forecast earnings for the financial year that ends in a month, but says it hasn't needed to draw on the $900m loan facility offered by the taxpayer yet
Day-to-day banking proving to be a struggle for some isolating seniors
When banks temporarily closed hundreds of branches in response to COVID-19, many seniors found themselves unable to pay bills, withdraw cash for groceries and manage their account balances
Vermilion Energy CEO’s departure signals return to conservative roots
Return of co-founder as executive chairman comes with greater focus on balance sheet
Wirecard postpones issuing annual results again
Fintech says not all audit procedures completed and puts AGM back until August
Coronavirus News: As more stores file for bankruptcy, 7 On Your Side looks at the future of retail
At least three major retailers have filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this month as the COVID-19 crisis has crippled sales -- now experts say it might be a good time to spend those unused gift cards.
Top-earning public officials should cut their pay amid NY’s fiscal crisis
New York’s top officials have talked a lot about “shared sacrifice” in recent weeks. How about leading by example? Common Cause New York suggests state legislators forgo half their pay since
Fear-mongering over national security law unfounded
Many foreign officials and media outlets have rushed to claim Hong Kong's status as a global financial hub has ended due to the impending National Security Law, with unsubstantiated reports of capital flight, but the move of the legislation is actually a boost to the business environment in the long-run.
Beximco exports 6.5 million PPE gowns to US
Beximco Group has exported 6.5 million personal protective equipment or PPE gowns to US brand Hanes for delivery to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA.
Lake Burley Griffin gets $3 million in improvements
After half a century, Canberra's iconic lake will receive a $3 million improvement.
Air Canada CEO's compensation cut by over half - to $5.8 million - due to pandemic
Air Canada CEO Calin Rovinescu was on track to receive around $12.9 million in total compensation last year, but the value fell by more than half as the airline's shares stalled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
New emissions blow for VW as German court backs damages claims
FRANKFURT: German airline Lufthansa said Monday it has received approval for a €9 billion ($9.8 billion) “stabilization package” from a government support fund to keep the company going through the turbulence from the coronavirus outbreak, but cautions the deal has not been approved by the EU’s executive commission.
Kotak Bank cuts savings rate to 3.5% for up to Rs 1 lakh balance
This is the lender’s second cut to the savings rate in as many months and brings its interest rate on savings accounts at par with that of the much larger Punjab National Bank (PNB).
Covid-pushed business spike sends fintech ClearTax on hiring spree
At a time when most business giants are stuck in firing dilemmas, India's fintech bellwether player ClearTax is getting busier on its hiring spree.
Bihar, Jharkhand transfer via apps Rs 1,000 each to 21 lakh migrant workers
Faced with the challenge of providing relief to migrant labourers stuck in other states during April — before transportation became available on May 1 — Bihar has developed a mobile application (app) which could perform basic checks through Aadhaar authentication to identify genuine beneficiaries.
Covid impact: Private banks set aside over 75% of operating profit as provisions in Q4
All of them provided aggressively in view of the Covid-19 outbreak and the repayment moratorium, which also requires pre-emptive provisioning. Some red-flagged risks that could arise out of the retail unsecured segment.
Godrej CEO: Focus to be on driving growth as margins are quite reasonable
Till February, the company witnessed an industry-leading 5% year-to-date volume growth. However, the spread of the virus and the eventual lockdown in many geographies of our operations resulted in zero sales in the last 10 days of March.
All you wanted to know about tax deductions in times of Covid
Only employer can decide to cut TDS later in the year
Hindustan Zinc Rating: Buy — A steady performance in the quarter
But for Covid-19, volume scenario for FY21 was bright; dividend outlook and execution of 1.2-mtpa project behind ‘Buy’ rating
Care workers should be better paid and valued after Covid-19 – poll
Fawcett Society survey shows support for income-tax increase to fund pay rise
Bitcoin’s Break Below a Key Level has Opened the Gates for a Move to $5,900
Bitcoin has seen much of its recently incurred technical strength degrade over the past 48 hours, and one analyst is now targeting $5,900
Opposition leaders likely to decide next course of action against Modi government's handing of COVID-19 on Tuesday
A core group of top Opposition leaders on Tuesday are likely to take a call on the next course of action on the government's "faulty" COVID-19 response after 22 non-BJP parties joined hands to target
Probe Dangote’s human right abuses in coal mining communities, group tells FG
GIFSEP asked the FG to probe reported human right abuses on coal mining communities, particularly attributed to the Dangote Coalmine in Kogi.
Coca-Cola Amatil sales plunge on widespread COVID-19 lockdowns
A full month of lockdowns has severely disrupted what are traditionally peak trading periods of Easter, Anzac Day and Ramadan for the drinks giant.
Meet the Aussie money manager who made millions as markets crashed
Father-of-six Nicolas Bryon didn't get much sleep, but it wasn't family duties keeping him up. He was one of a few hedge funds managers around the world who managed to make money in March and April.
Testy moment for Ministry of Agric - The Nation Nigeria Newsa
The jobs were signed, sealed and delivered by the contractors. They expected their contracts’ sums to be released to them. But, some two years later..
Cities and the coronavirus
Economic revival strategies and welfare measures must keep the urban dynamics and complexities in mind
Rural job crisis ‘deepens’
Unemployment rate increases to 25 per cent from 22 per cent
Rural Ahmedabad: 35% of Covid cases from industries
Two employees, one each from Intas Pharmaceuticals and Zydus Cadila tested positive for the virus, taking the number of positive cases to 170 in rural Ahmedabad, where 35 per cent of the infected are working in industrial clusters, according to officials.
Poundland to open 26 more stores this week
The discount retailer said that while it had kept most of its stores open for essential shopping, around 100 were temporarily shut in March.
Macron Set to Unveil Aid for Embattled French Auto Industry
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to announce measures to support the auto industry before other European governments, highlighting the crucial role the sector plays in the economy and how hard it has been hit by the coronavirus pandemic.
Protests in Ecuador against job, wage cuts, over virus
Demonstrators defied coronavirus restrictions to march in cities across Ecuador on Monday in protest against President Lenin Moreno's drastic economic measures to tackle the crisis.
Lufthansa says Germany approves stabilization package
Germany's new Economic Stabilization Fund (WSF) has approved a 9 billion euro (US$9.80 billion) stabilization package for Lufthansa , Germany's ...
Silver's Silver Lining
Investors may consider some exposure to silver as the multi-year, supply-demand surplus scenario looks to be transitioning towards a more favorable picture. On
Skills and training overhaul to form centrepiece of PM’s economic recovery plan
Prime Minister Scott Morrison will unveil major changes to skills and vocational training in a major economic speech about coronavirus recovery.
Australia’s Latest Push For Diplomatic Clout Involves Airing ‘MasterChef’ In The Pacific
Shows like 'Neighbours' and 'The Voice' will be provided to free-to-air channels.
After UP, Rajasthan reverts to 8-hr factory shifts
India News: Human resources experts, trade unions and civil society groups have lauded the Rajasthan government’s decision on Sunday to revert to 8-hour shifts in
Migrants account for 60% of active Covid cases in UP
India News: Uttar Pradesh's Covid-19 cases crossed the 6,500-mark, with 229 fresh cases being reported in the past 24 hours. The state also recorded eight deaths,
Poundland to open 26 more stores this week
The discount retailer said that while it had kept most of its stores open for essential shopping, around 100 were temporarily shut in March.
Benje Patterson casts an eye over the entrepreneurial spirit that saw 3,136 businesses started across New Zealand during April when the country was in lockdown
Benje Patterson casts an eye over the entrepreneurial spirit that saw 3,136 businesses started across New Zealand during April when the country was in lockdown
No exceptions: all B.C. drive-ins limited to 50 vehicles
All drive-ins are expected to restrict the number of vehicles to 50, including Enderby’s Starlight Drive-in.“It’s a challenging situation
Coca-Cola Amatil sales plunge on widespread COVID-19 lockdowns
A full month of lockdowns has severely disrupted what are traditionally peak trading periods of Easter, Anzac Day and Ramadan for the drinks giant.
Meet the Aussie money manager who made millions as markets crashed
Father-of-six Nicolas Bryon didn't get much sleep, but it wasn't family duties keeping him up. He was one of a few hedge funds managers around the world who managed to make money in March and April.
China’s Big Lenders and Fintech Firms to Distribute Virtual Yuan Tokens, which will be Highly Traceable, Potentially Amplifying Government’s Power: Report
Andy Mukherjee argues in a recently published Op-Ed in the Washington Post that the virtual yuan could potentially transform “the relationship between money,
Bitcoin Could Confirm Recent Decline as a “Huge Bear Trap” if It Reclaims $9,200
Analysts are now noting that there is a chance this recent Bitcoin decline marks a “huge bear trap” that could be followed by further upside.
Poundland to open 26 more stores this week
The discount retailer said that while it had kept most of its stores open for essential shopping, around 100 were temporarily shut in March.
China to further crack down on manipulation of financial market
China has strengthened the effort to crack down on manipulation of financial markets in an effort to prevent and resolve financial risks, according to China’s top Chief Justice.
Some visit Mississippi attractions as COVID-19 rules ease
BILOXI, Miss. — With water parks and amusement parks reopen in Mississippi, visitors at one Gulf Coast attraction said they believed they were safe from coronavirus infection.
Funding the private hospitals
Sir, – The nationalisation of our private hospitals to increase capacity in the midst of a pandemic was a bold and well-intentioned initiative.
CAO decision time: What should you study at college?
Students have until July 1st to submit their final third level course options to the CAO
Why choose a business course? Creativity, teamwork alongside enterprise
Consider average class size, work experience, project work when choosing your course
CAO Q&A: Everything you need to know about the change of mind process
Brian Mooney on how to approach the CAO process and get your course choice right
Global shares up as recovery hopes overshadow virus worries
TOKYO (AP) — Global shares rose Tuesday as hopes for economic recovery overshadowed worries over the coronavirus pandemic. Investors are shifting their focus to how various nations are adapting to...