Halima Athumani is a freelance Journalist based in Uganda with a radio experience of over 13 years. Halima currently works for Voice of America-Africa desk-(Radio and Television)  https://www.voanews.com/author/halima-athumani/tvv_o, US based National Public Radio and is the current podcast host of ...

Indian economy offers 'real alternative' to China, market watchers keen on PM Modi's third term: Report

01 Oct 2023  |  vnexplorer.net  |  English  |  Stock Market

India is emerging as a strong alternative to China in the global economy, driven by robust investments in infrastructure and a surging stock market. Market watchers are optimistic about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's potential third term, which is expected to bring greater predictability to economic policies. India's stock market continues to set new records, and its market value is projected to double by 2030. The country is benefiting from global businesses diversifying their supply chains away from China, with major companies like Foxconn and Tesla expanding operations in India. Despite some concerns about India's capacity to absorb all the money flowing out of China, the country's economic momentum appears unstoppable.

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I am a multilingual reporter currently on leave of absence from Dow Jones Newswires and The Wall Street Journal, where I covered the European pharmaceutical industry, healthcare and various business topics for the past three and a half years.
 
At the moment I am pursuing freelance writing and ...

Lonza Shares Tumble After News of CEO Departure

18 Sept 2023  |  MarketScreener  |  English  |  Corporate Leadership Changes

Shares of Lonza Group AG dropped significantly following the announcement that CEO Pierre-Alain Ruffieux will leave the company by the end of September. Chairman Albert M. Baehny is set to become the interim CEO. The departure has caused concern among analysts, particularly as it precedes the company's Capital Markets Day on October 17. This event recalls a previous instance in November 2019 when then-CEO Marc Funk left after only nine months, suggesting potential board dissatisfaction with management.

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Al Emid is a journalist based in Toronto, Canada. He has extensive experience both in being a correspondent and co-ordinatingl large numbers of correspondents around the world. His byline currently appears in the Untied States, Canada and several Middle Eastern countries. As well as being located ...

Investors Should Start Having Meaningful Conversations With Their Financial Advisors About the Market in 2021

09 Dec 2021  |  Advisorpedia  |  English  |  COVID-19 Impact

North American markets are poised for a mixed start, buoyed by vaccine news and potential stimulus plans. DoorDash's IPO is set to begin trading at $102 per share, reflecting high investor confidence. Major indices like the S&P 500 and NASDAQ hit new records, while pharmaceutical stocks such as Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, and Pfizer saw gains. European markets are also in the green, awaiting BREXIT trade resolutions. Campbell Soup, RH, Costco, and Lululemon are set to report earnings, with analysts expecting mixed results influenced by the pandemic. Investors are advised to have meaningful conversations with their financial advisors about the market outlook for 2021, considering the volatile investment environment and potential overvaluation in parts of the stock market.

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Yaren is a freelance writer currently based between Cyprus and Prague. She writes travel stories for digital publications and SEO content for startups and brands. Her work has appeared in The Independent, Time Out, Euronews, Reader's Digest, and more.

Boeing In Big Trouble as Workers Reject ‘Historic’ Contract to Strike

13 Sept 2024  |  www.business2community.com  |  English  |  Aerospace Industry

Boeing faces significant challenges as workers reject a 'historic' labor contract, leading to a strike that threatens to halt production and exacerbate the company's financial and reputational issues. The rejected deal, which included a 25% wage hike and other benefits, was deemed insufficient by workers who cited longstanding grievances. The strike could cost Boeing $1.5 billion in cash and further damage its reputation, already tarnished by safety concerns and financial losses. Analysts express mixed views, with some seeing potential opportunities for Boeing to reset its operations. Meanwhile, rival Airbus continues to outperform Boeing in orders and deliveries.

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Umar Farooq is a journalist based in Istanbul, Turkey.  He reports regularly for the Los Angeles Times from the region.  In the past year, his work has also appeared in Foreign Affairs, National Geographic, The Guardian, Boston Review, and The Nation.  

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10 Stocks Receiving a Massive Vote of Approval From Wall Street Analysts

08 Jan 2023  |  nz.news.yahoo.com  |  English  |  Financial Analysis

The article discusses the top 10 stocks receiving significant approval from Wall Street analysts, highlighting upgrades and positive outlooks for companies like Yum! Brands, Boot Barn Holdings, Dynatrace, Leidos Holdings, and Omnicom Group. It also touches on the broader economic context, including downturns in Asian stocks due to regulatory concerns in China, and fluctuations in oil prices influenced by Saudi Arabia's price reductions and increased OPEC output. Key analysts and their endorsements play a crucial role in shaping investor sentiment and stock performance.

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Fabrizio Goria is a journalist based in Washington, United States of America. Editor-in-Chief of EastWest online and Financial journalist for Il Corriere della Sera. Co-founder of Alpinismi. Formerly at Linkiesta, Eurointelligence, Il Riformista and Panorama. Named among the top 100 Foreign Policy “...

Not just Airbnb: if Big Tech pays 3% tax

08 Nov 2023  |  www.lastampa.it  |  Italian  |  Digital Economy

The article discusses the low tax rates paid by Big Tech companies in Italy and Europe, highlighting the disparity between their tax contributions and those of small and medium enterprises. It examines the case of Airbnb's alleged tax evasion and the broader issue of tax avoidance by major tech firms. The article also covers the potential impact of the Global Minimum Tax and Digital Service Tax on these companies, emphasizing the need for more equitable and consistent tax policies across countries.

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I am a journalist based in Spain. I worked for Australian Associated Press during the summer bushfires of 2019/2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic.

I have also worked for TV, radio, and newspapers both locally at Barcelona-based media companies like 'Cadena SER Barcelona', 'El Periódico de Catalunya' ...

Instability at the top adds to Grifols' problems

22 Feb 2023  |  Finanzas.com  |  Spanish  |  Financial Performance

Grifols faces new challenges as instability at the top adds to its existing problems. The sudden resignation of Steven F. Mayer, who was well-received by investors, has led to a significant drop in the company's stock price. Thomas Glanzmann has taken over as the new executive chairman, promising to continue the company's long-term strategy. Analysts from Banco Sabadell, Jefferies, and Barclays express concerns about the impact of Mayer's departure on Grifols' financial performance and strategic direction. The upcoming financial results presentation is seen as crucial for restoring investor confidence.

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Big Tech Can Also Leverage Bitcoin For Success — Microstrategy’s Bitcoin for Corporations 2022 Event Concludes

03 Feb 2022  |  zycrypto.com  |  English  |  Finance

Big tech companies and banks are encouraged to invest in Bitcoin as a key innovation for the future, given the positive outlook for cryptocurrency amidst economic uncertainties. The Bitcoin for Corporations 2022 event highlighted the growing institutional adoption of Bitcoin, with companies like MicroStrategy, Coinbase, and Genesis expanding their Bitcoin-related businesses. Industry experts, including Jack Dorsey and Michael Saylor, emphasized the potential benefits of integrating Bitcoin into corporate strategies. The event also noted the increasing recognition of crypto as an asset class by conventional macro hedge funds and the supportive regulatory outlook for the crypto economy.

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Penn Little is a journalist based in Los Angeles, United States of America.

Penn's career began in the healthcare sector, then he became an entrepreneur in graduate school at the University of Arizona, where he earned an MBA. After three successful ventures, Penn became a journalist, for a ...

Valentina Magri is a freelance journalist based in Milano, MI, Italia.
She covers business, economics, finance, labor and career issues.

Credit Suisse, how much did its acquisition cost Ubs?

05 Apr 2023  |  Wall Street Italia  |  Italian  |  Banking

The acquisition of Credit Suisse by Ubs will cost a total of 17 billion dollars, far exceeding the initial estimate of 3 billion. This includes 13 billion dollars from fair value adjustments and 4 billion dollars related to potential litigation and regulatory costs. However, Ubs will benefit from a one-time gain of 34.8 billion dollars due to negative goodwill. Analysts from Jefferies estimate that closing non-core units and restructuring could cost an additional 28 billion dollars. Ubs has implemented strict financial controls to manage these expenses. The Credit Suisse brand will remain in Switzerland for the foreseeable future, with the merger expected to complete by June under the leadership of Sergio Ermotti.

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Debasis Mohapatra is a journalist based in Bengaluru, India. He works as a freelance journalist for Zenger News. (****)

Paytm shares fall as the digital payment firm decides to slow down post-paid loan disbursal

07 Dec 2023  |  www.bizzbuzz.news  |  English  |  Consumer Lending

Shares of Paytm fell nearly 20% as the company announced plans to significantly reduce small-ticket postpaid loan disbursements, a move influenced by the Reserve Bank of India's tightened consumer lending rules. The central bank's recent increase in risk weight on consumer loans has led Paytm to focus on higher-ticket loans instead. Brokerage firms Jefferies and Motilal Oswal Financial Services predict a substantial decline in Paytm's BNPL disbursements and overall loan disbursement run rate, causing investor concern despite management's assurances of minimal revenue impact.

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Graduate Student at Columbia Journalism School, Contributor for Standard Newspaper (Kenya), Member of Overseas Press Club of America, National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ), Bloomberg Media Initiative Africa (BMIA) Financial Journalism Training Alumnus, Pulitzer Africa Scholar, Simon and ...

Peabody Gets an Acquisition Bridge Loan

26 Nov 2024  |  news.bloomberglaw.com  |  English  |  Banking

Peabody Energy secured a $2.075 billion bridge loan from a consortium of banks and private credit firms to support its acquisition of Anglo American's steelmaking coal business. The US miner intends to refinance the loan before the acquisition is finalized in the first half of the next year. Meanwhile, Digicel Group is cooperating with the US Justice Department regarding potential violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, following improved earnings after restructuring its debt.

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Former Reuters multimedia reporter now freelancing in Spain for international media after being based in Mexico, Brazil, USA, Canada, Portugal and UK. Has grilled both Fidel Castro and George W. Bush at news conferences, covered everything from World Cup finals to plane crashes, and from ...

I am a UK-based freelance journalist and editor interested in women's rights and gender equality in business.

The former has afforded me a viral article for Ms. Magazine, and the latter has taken me from sex toy offices in Amsterdam to being one of a handful of journalists invited to report the ...

Investors adopt 'wait and see' approach to renewable energy infrastructure

06 Nov 2023  |  future.portfolio-adviser.com  |  English  |  Infrastructure

Renewable energy infrastructure, once a lucrative investment option with strong ESG credentials, has seen a decline in valuations and fundraising due to war, inflation, and higher interest rates. Despite this, the fundamentals of many investment companies in the sector remain strong, with healthy dividends and underlying support from both private and professional investors. Analyst Matthew Hose from Jefferies suggests that for a resurgence in investor interest, companies need to focus on growth while maintaining dividends, potentially through development projects. The UK National Infrastructure Commission estimates that private sector investment of £20bn-£35bn annually is needed from 2025 to 2050 to achieve net zero, positioning investment companies as a crucial part of this transition.

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Filip Warwick is an independent photographer, writer and radio producer. He has provided news commentary for BBC, CBC, CBS, RFI & others. His features have appeared in Al Jazeera, Deutsche Welle, GlobalPost, Süddeutsche Zeitung, USA Today & others. Awards and acknowledgement for his work include: ...

Johnson Matthey plans to close battery materials business

12 Jan 2022  |  S&P Global  |  English  |  Financial Loss

Johnson Matthey, a British specialty chemicals company, announced plans to close its battery materials business after unsuccessful talks to sell the entire unit. The company will sell individual assets and expects significant financial losses, including a GBP314 million impairment charge. Analysts from Jefferies Group noted the closure costs and highlighted challenges for the incoming CEO, Liam Condon, in offsetting earnings declines in other business areas.

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Rachel is a Hong Kong based journalist available for writing, photography and videography work.
She is currently covering Hong Kong's ongoing political turmoil stemming from the controversial extradition bill. 

Rachel has previously worked in the Hong Kong desk at South China Morning Post. As a ...

Asia Bank Margins to Dip as Rate Hikes Sink in, Bad Loans Grow

23 Oct 2023  |  leaderpost.com  |  English  |  Bad Loans

Lending margins for Asia's largest banks are under pressure due to peaking interest rates and increasing bad loans, particularly from China's troubled real estate sector. While Indian banks like HDFC Bank Ltd. have shown positive results, Wall Street giants and Japanese banks face challenges. Upcoming earnings reports from banks like United Overseas Bank Ltd. and Standard Chartered Plc are expected to show flat-to-lower margins. Analysts highlight the impact of treasury and investment performance on results, with significant attention on Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries Ltd. for its strong expected performance. Other companies like Nidec, CNOOC, SK Hynix, and Samsung Electronics Co. are also in focus for their quarterly results.

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