Standard Bank Profits Rise Despite Currency Hit

Rail fares to rise despite renationalisation plans

Three rail operators will be renationalised next year but fares are due to go up as outlined in the Budget.

BBC News - 6h

U.S. factory sector outlook still looks soft despite rise in October

Orders for manufactured goods posted the first increase after two straight monthly declines.

MarketWatch - 1h

Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive

CFPB regulation meant to save consumers $10 billion a year has resulted in higher costs for some, as banks react by hiking interest rates and charging new fees.

CNBC - 1d

Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive

Banks that issue credit cards used by millions of consumers raised interest rates and introduced new fees over the past year in response to an impending regulation that most experts now believe ...

NBC News - 1d

Trump's Threat Over an Imaginary Currency Risks Backfiring on the U.S. Dollar

After his 100% tariffs warning to Brics nations, some economists say the president-elect risks accelerating the pursuit of alternatives to the greenback.

The Wall Street Journal - 1d

Trump's controversial Cabinet picks raise questions about lower ethical standards

The former president has shown he has no qualms about putting his most loyal confidants in his administration, no matter their baggage.

ABC News - 5h

Honeywell announces a new collaboration with Bombardier. But it’ll weigh on this year’s profit.

Shares of Honeywell International Inc. fell in extended trading Monday after the conglomerate cut its outlook for the months ahead, citing the costs of investing in a new tech-focused collaboration ...

MarketWatch - 1d

Hedge funds profit from ‘Trump trades’ around US election

Element Capital and Graham Capital among macro managers that did well out of recent market swings

Financial Times - 1d

Supermarkets 'putting profits above human rights', MP says after BBC investigation

Supermarkets that appear to be selling products linked to slave labour in China have been criticised following a BBC investigation.

BBC News - 7h

Israel, Hezbollah exchanging strikes despite ceasefire

Last week's ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is in a fragile spot with Israel on Monday launching its largest wave of airstrikes across Lebanon since agreeing to the deal. Israel's military ...

CBS News - 1d

Guéhi writes 'Jesus' on armband despite warning

Crystal Palace's Marc Guéhi wrote "Jesus loves you" on his rainbow-coloured captain's armband on Tuesday despite a reminder from the FA about religious messages.

ESPN - 6h

Guehi writes on rainbow armband despite FA reminder

Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi writes 'Jesus loves you' on his rainbow captain's armband for Tuesday's match at Ipswich Town.

BBC News - 22h

Kenyan banks risk collapse over proposed law

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Children’s Place profit nearly halves as troubled retailer’s turnaround efforts dampen sales

Troubled retailer is moving away from unprofitable sales and offers of free shipping.

MarketWatch - 1d

US blasts countries that ‘stood in the way of progress to protect their profits’ over collapsed plastic talks

The White House criticized a group of oil-rich countries as well as corporations who make money from plastic production in a new statement after global talks for a treaty to reduce plastic waste ...

The Hill - 1d

Here's what the rise of homeowners associations means for buyers

Homeowners associations, or HOAs, are becoming more common. The biggest complaint among current owners is the cost, report finds.

CNBC - 1d

Teacher's pay rise simply impossible, says minister

Paul Givan tells assembly members that the teaching unions have asked for a 13.5% rise in 2024-25.

BBC News - 1d

‘I’m trying not to go bankrupt’: My husband of 24 years asked for a divorce. He wants my cell-phone records. Should I report him for tax fraud?

“I would like to keep the house because my grown children and grandchildren reside there.”

MarketWatch - 3h

My friend declared bankruptcy. Can creditors still go after him for child support, back taxes and student debt?

“Most of those old debts are credit-card debts.”

MarketWatch - 1d

‘I don’t want the government involved in my affairs’: My husband lists me as his beneficiary. We don’t have children. Do we need a will?

“My concern is that there would be some involvement by the state that would cost me.”

MarketWatch - 1d

Amid political chaos, Bank of Korea says it will boost short-term liquidity and deploy measures to stabilize the FX market

The announcement came shortly after the BOK held an emergency board meeting.

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Banks hit credit card users with higher rates in response to regulation that may never arrive

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Trump's controversial Cabinet picks raise questions about lower ethical standards

Honeywell announces a new collaboration with Bombardier. But it’ll weigh on this year’s profit.

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Supermarkets 'putting profits above human rights', MP says after BBC investigation

Israel, Hezbollah exchanging strikes despite ceasefire

Guéhi writes 'Jesus' on armband despite warning

Guehi writes on rainbow armband despite FA reminder

Kenyan banks risk collapse over proposed law

Children’s Place profit nearly halves as troubled retailer’s turnaround efforts dampen sales

US blasts countries that ‘stood in the way of progress to protect their profits’ over collapsed plastic talks

Here's what the rise of homeowners associations means for buyers

Teacher's pay rise simply impossible, says minister

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Welsh tuition fees to rise by nearly £300 a year

Israel says it has been fired upon from Lebanon, despite ceasefire

Pres. Biden’s pardon for Hunter was always an ‘open’ option despite public denials

Week 13 Takeaways: Broncos continue to win despite uncharacteristic defensive lapse

Fighting resumes in eastern Congo despite ceasefire between army and rebels

Yemen's Houthis say they targeted Israel despite Lebanon ceasefire

Why Foot Locker’s stock is sliding despite upbeat Thanksgiving-week sales

Judge in Hunter Biden's tax case accepts pardon despite calling it 'unconstitutional'

Bipartisan bill would study AI's impact on banking, housing

World Bank Warns of Record Debt Costs for Developing Countries

Amid political chaos, Bank of Korea says it will boost short-term liquidity and deploy measures to stabilize the FX market

City’s new bonus rules will be better for bankers than banks

Central banks should tread cautiously with rate cuts, says OECD

Deutsche Bank chief calls for relief on regulation and ‘rethink’ on tax

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