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EMV Credit Card Increase Security But Slow Implementation Will Make Consumers Vulnerable

Experts said the new chip-enabled or EMV credit and debit cards can help reducing fraud. However, incomplete adoption of chip cards and readers will make consumers and merchants vulnerable.

Danske Bank Cuts Jobs For Adapting With Post Crisis Landscape

Danske Bank has reportedly spent $60 million against its workforce compared with a year earlier. Meanwhile, the bank company has recently achieved an average ‘buy’ rating from most of the analysts. To retain the achievement with further upgrading, the bank has adopted cost cutting measures which include job cuts in 46 positions of mostly the IT portfolio.

Puerto Rico Desperately Needs US Help to Handle Debt

Puerto Rico, the island territory of U.S. is in the crisis due to its surmounting debt. Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla repeated the island's debt will lead to moratorium.

Greece Recalls Its Ambassador in Austria Over Migrant Dispute

Greece recalled its ambassador from Austria, following Austria's decision to close its border for migrant. While majority of people are not satisfied with government's way in handling economic crisis.

Lumber Liquidators Stock Dropped as Cancer Risk Arose

Following CDC announement of the risk of carcinogen in its product, the company's stock plunged since last week. Lumber Liquidators is trying hard to win back trust from customers and investors.

Fintech Startup Will Change Global Finance as Regulators Closely Watch

Year 2015 was dubbed as year of fintech. As financial technology startup companies flourish and gain huge fund. Global regulators are closely monitoring the fintech startups and will propose rules to regulate them.

Gap Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings, Forecasts Decline in Profit During Current Year

Gap Inc. has announced its fourth quarter earnings on Thursday. The clothing retailer has represented a comparative feature with its year ago performances. It has also predicted for weaker earnings during the current year.

Human Regains The Lead In Mercedes-Benz Production Line

Robots are the best performer in repeating predefined tasks while lags behind in adapting with changes. Offering changed features in versatile range of models appear as the trend for recent day’s automobile industry, where human surpasses robots. Following the industry trait, Mercedes-Benz has brought back humans in S-Class production replacing robots.

Fitch Also Degrades Economic Outlook of Azerbaijan After S&P And Moody’s

S&P and Moody’s have downgraded economic outlook of Azerbaijan during the previous month. On Friday, the other US Stock Exchange Commission recognized rating agency, Fitch Ratings, has also downgraded the outlook. Country’s government and central bank adopted measures have apparently gone in vain to tackle the economic turmoil.

Venezuela’s ‘Gold Dream’ May Get Fettered Over Conclusion of Other ICSID Proceedings

Venezuela has announced on Wednesday reaching a $5 billion venturing deal with Gold Reserves. The government is expecting to enrich its ever decaying foreign currency reserve with the fund under agreement. But analysts assume, the government may hardly use the fund since Gold Reserves and several other plaintiffs’ proceedings with ICSID are going to be concluded shortly.

Hedge Funds Supported China Car Rental eHi

Hedge funds are favoring eHi Car Services Ltd (NASDAQ:EHIC) stocks. Many hedge funds are reportedly increasing their collective stake in the China's car rental company.

American International Group, Inc. Reported Larger Than Expected Net Loss of $1.8 Billion in Q4 2015

American International Group, Inc. reported a bigger quarterly loss than expected. The company was hurt by weak underwriting and investment return. The big loss in Q4 made its full year income dropped by more than 70%

Takata to meet major customers to discuss business forecasts

Takata Corp is reportedly planning to meet its major clients in order to discuss its business forecasts. The US transport authorities announced a fresh recall of about 5 million vehicles subsequent to the recent death caused by the Japanese firm's airbag inflators.

HSBC and JPMorgan Well Ahead In ARAMCO IPO Race

State owned Saudi Arabian Oil Co. (ARAMCO) is possibly going for an IPO aiming to raise funds for $1 trillion to $10 trillion. Some shares of the IPO may be awarded among the local banks and investors following ARAMCO’s action plan. However, experience in banking operations in the kingdom is believed to play the key role for selection which put HSBC and JPMorgan well ahead in the IPO grabbing race.

Verizon Brings Back $20 Activation Fee For Devices

Verizon will begin charging certain customers $20 activation fee when they add a new line to their service.

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How Copper Fuels Infrastructure Development from Power Grids to Telecom

Copper's use in global infrastructure development is becoming increasingly critical, especially as emerging markets expand and industrialize. The metal, valued for its electrical conductivity, is now indispensable in energy grids, transportation networks, and telecommunications. As nations worldwide focus on upgrading infrastructure to meet the demands of modern economies and climate targets, copper demand is set to rise continually year over year.

A Busy October for H.I.G. Capital: Multi-Sector Investments Reflecting Market Agility

As global markets continue to present both challenges and opportunities, H.I.G. Capital, the Miami-based alternative investment powerhouse, has launched a series of strategic moves that underscore its agility and foresight. With $65 billion of capital under management, H.I.G. has long been known for its diverse investment approach. However, the firm's activities in October 2024 paint a picture of a company not just participating in market trends but actively shaping them.

The Surge in Copper Prices: Predictions and Market Reactions

The global copper market has been experiencing a significant surge in prices, driven by supply constraints and increasing demand. This trend has caught the attention of investors, industry analysts, and policymakers alike, as copper is needed in various sectors, particularly in the growing fields of renewable energy and electric vehicles. Here are some of the key factors behind the price surge, market reactions, and future predictions for copper prices.

Beyond Wealth: Giving Compass for Business Simplifies Philanthropy for Financial Advisors

Giving Compass for Business, one of these innovations is gaining popularity since it provides a fresh method for incorporating generosity into wealth management.

Belgian Billionaire Shukhrat Ibragimov Puts Private Jet on Market for $46m

Shukhrat Ibragimov, the chairman of mining giant Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), has put his Dassault Falcon 8X up for sale for $46 million.

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IC Funded: Revolutionizing Prop Trading for Retail Traders

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Protecting Your Practice: The Importance of Professional Liability Insurance for Professionals

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As Copper M&A Wars Escalate, Solaris Resources' Warintza Project Stands Out

The mining industry has been busy with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in recent years, and 2024 has been one of the busiest. Major mining companies are all vying for a piece of the action in the promising copper sector. As the global push towards electrification and clean energy intensifies, the demand for copper—a critical component in electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, and infrastructure—is expected to soar. This has sparked even more interest from mining giants looking to secure their position for production.

Amin Makhlouf: Redefining Real Estate Transactions with Digital Innovation

In an industry often rooted in tradition, Amin Makhlouf brings a fresh perspective, combining youthful energy with groundbreaking ideas in real estate. As the founder of Makyee, he's transforming the way properties are bought and sold in Dubai, aiming to make these processes more accessible, efficient, and transparent.

Is Mr. Black Being Silenced by X in His Mission to Bring About the Messianic Age?

The enigmatic artist Mr. Black, known for his cryptic street art and ambitious 21,000-piece ordinal collection on the Bitcoin blockchain, claims that the Messianic Age will be revealed once the collection is fully minted. However, recent developments suggest that Mr. Black might be facing censorship on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.

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