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FINANCIAL EXPERT: NO MATTER WHAT KIND OF GDP GROWTH THEY DRAW, WEAKNESS OF DOMESTIC PRODUCTION REMAINS
Financial analyst Vladimir Golovatiuc considers "it is quite expected after two weeks of reflection that the Bureau of Statistics will report 1.1% GDP growth in the second quarter of 2025." He wrote on social media on Tuesday that this compensated...

Financial data intelligence platform Ignosis raises $4 million
Financial data intelligence platform Ignosis has raised $4 million (about ₹35.5 crore) in its pre-series A funding round led by Peak XV’s Surge, with participation from Force Ventures, Razorpay Ventures, CRED CEO Kunal Shah, and existing...

Financier Howard Rubin Charged in Decade-Long Sex Trafficking Scheme
NEW YORK — A retired financier has been charged with sex trafficking after allegedly abusing women in a penthouse turned BDSM dungeon for nearly a decade. Howard Rubin, 70, was arrested at his Connecticut home on Friday and accused of luring...

Wealthy investors tap ETFs for three hot assets, according to Goldman Sachs
VistaShares CEO Adam Patti breaks down ETFs that mimic the trade strategies of Bill Ackman and Warren Buffett on 'The Claman Countdown.' Some of the world’s wealthiest investors are using exchange-traded funds to access commodities, cryptocurrency...

Wealthfront confirms intention to go public on Nasdaq, success is not guaranteed
Palo Alto firm is the latest fintech to view public listing for next-stage growth. Another US fintech is planning to follow in the footsteps of Robinhood by going public on the Nasdaq. Wealthfront filed a Form S-1 with the SEC earlier this year...

Financial Focus: A retiree’s guide for National Financial Security Month
If you’re retired, it’s easy to let your finances go on autopilot. Since October is National Retirement Security Month, it’s a good time to revisit some areas that can impact your long-term financial security and help your money last a lifetime....

Finance Ministry Begins Revenue Hearings to Inform FY 2026 Budget Preparation
Monrovia, Liberia – The Ministry of Finance and Development Planning has commenced the Revenue Budget Hearing for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Budget Preparation process. The Revenue Hearing follow weeks of Expenditure Hearings, which allowed...

Financial struggles lead Swansea to dissolve police department
Swansea. S.C. (WACH) — The town of Swansea has decided to not accept the withdrawal of Police Chief William Charlton's resignation at the Swansea Police Department at a specially called meeting Monday night. The decision came after an nearly two...

Financial Advisers: Here's How to Help Soon-to-Be Married Clients Get Their Financial House in Order
Marriage significantly changes a couple's legal and financial rights and obligations, something to consider at this time of year — October ranked as the most popular wedding month in 2024. While financial and estate planning changes might not be...

Finance minister vows to cut BUMN compensation payment to one month
Jakarta (ANTARA) - Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa pledged to shorten the compensation payment period for State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) from three months to just one month. He said the previous disbursement mechanism took too long and...
Structuring for Growth and Legacy: Advantage Insurance’s Sam Zuckerbraun on PPLI’s Expanding Role in Global Wealth Planning
Sam Zuckerbraun, Business Development Manager at Advantage Insurance, took to the stage during the “In The Hubbis Hot Seat” session at the Wealth Planning & Structuring Forum – Dubai 2025 to spotlight the expanding strategic role of Private...

Financial Inclusion saturation drive raises awareness
The Ramgarh Block Auditorium in Dumka became a focal point of financial awareness on Monday as an extensive camp was organized under the Financial Inclusion Saturation Campaign. The event, graced by Anjani Kumar Thakur, Director, Department of...

Ho Chi Minh City rises to 95th place on Global Financial Centres Index
Ho Chi Minh City rises to 95th place on Global Financial Centres Index Ho Chi Minh City has climbed three places to 95th on the latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI), marking its highest ranking since first entering the list in 2022. Photo:...

Smith & Nephew finance chief to move Stateside
John Rogers, who has held the role since April 2024, will be employed and based in America with immediate effect. The firm said: "Given the significant amount of time the chief financial officer already spends in the US, and in recognition of the...

Which is the Best Crypto to Buy Now: Mutuum Finance (MUTM) Battles Cardano (ADA) For 2025 Gains
Which is the best crypto to buy now has become a defining question as investors weigh new projects against long-standing tokens. Cardano (ADA) continues to chart steady activity while Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is capturing growing attention in its...

Corporate Governance Crisis Hits PTC India Financial Services as Three Independent Directors Exit
PTC India Financial Services Ltd. has been thrust into a fresh corporate governance controversy following the simultaneous departure of three independent directors who cited concerns about their ability to maintain oversight standards at the...

Ultra wealth population surges, record growth to 2030 forecasted
North America’s UHNW headcount reached 208,090, solidifying a 41% global share. However, Asia saw its own ranks expand by 6.4% to 129,100 individuals during the same period, showing resilience in the face of trade disruption and is expected to...

HSS Hire risks suspension over delayed financials
Tool and equipment hire business HSS Hire warned on Tuesday that there was no certainty it would be able to publish its annual report by the required deadline, as it continues to advance a number of commercial and strategic initiatives. HSS had...

Dogecoin (DOGE) vs Mutuum Finance (MUTM): Which Crypto Is the Best Investment for 2025?
As 2025 approaches, investors are looking beyond meme coins to find cryptocurrencies with real utility and high growth potential. While Dogecoin (DOGE) continues to attract attention for its strong community and mainstream recognition, Mutuum...

CRH reaffirms FY outlook, sets out financial targets over next 5 years
In a statement ahead of its investor day in New York, the company said it still expects 2025 adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation of between $7.5bn and $7.7bn. For 2026 to 2030, it expects average annual revenue...