Category: Environment

  • UK sees record wave of business closures amid tough environment

    Britain has recorded its highest number of company closures in two decades, with the last quarter of 2024 seeing 198,046 companies removed from the official register. This figure, revealed by research firm Bowhurst, exceeds levels last reached in 2021 and in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis. Henry Worwood,…

  • How can you get a good deal in a high-rate environment?

    Mortgage rates continue to rise. According to Zillow, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose six basis points to 6.78%Today, the 15-year fixed rate rose by three basis points to… 6.07%. The economic outlook for the first quarter of 2025 doesn’t make it seem like mortgage rates will drop anytime…

  • Bitcoin Sees LTH Distribution As Price Climbs – On-Chain Indicator Confirms Bullish Environment

    Bitcoin is entering what many consider to be the most crucial week of this market cycle, not because of the impending US election or the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision, but because it is on the verge of breaking its all-time highs. If BTC surpasses this milestone, it will…

  • Lido DAO’s (LDO) New Analytics Might Deter Hostile Market Environment Despite 18% Weekly Losses

    The hostile market environment is currently hampering altcoins’ near-term gains. With the broader market down 2%, LDO’s losses compound Crude oil prices have risen 18% since last week, continuing to end the week with pain for short-term investors. This has shaken investor confidence as fear, uncertainty and doubt spread through…

  • 4 Alternative Trading Strategies in a Low Volatility Environment

    Some say that volatility is a forex trader’s best friend, but how can you make profits on a low volatility trading day or when there are no major catalysts? Here are some suggestions on how to make profits even when the markets seem to be flat: 1. Look at currency…

  • 4 Trading Adjustments to Make in a High Volatility Environment

    With Wall Street’s fear gauge hitting its highest level since the pandemic, we could see another major spike in market volatility. Here are some adjustments you can make. What are volatility anyway? Volatility refers to the amount of fluctuation in the price of an asset over a period of time.…

  • New vehicle sales fall 12pc on tough operating environment

    New-car dealers suffered a double-digit decline in first-half sales for the second straight year, pointing to a tough operating environment marked by higher interest rates and taxes. Data from the Kenya Motor Industry Association (KMIA) showed companies including Isuzu East Africa, CFO Mobility Kenya and Simba Corp recorded a 12.27…

  • Wealthy Britons disillusioned with UK’s business environment, survey reveals

    With polls opening in less than 24 hours, Wealth Club, an investment platform for wealthy and sophisticated investors, has revealed its inaugural UK Wealth Report. The study highlights the current sentiments of UK HNWIs regarding wealth creation, tax policies and the attractiveness of the UK as a business hub. Nicholas…

  • How to Make Consistent Profits in a Random Trading Environment

    With market sentiment changing dramatically these days, it is important to make sure that you are able to adjust your forex trading strategy. As you can see, being profitable over the long term requires you to be able to adapt to ever-changing market conditions. Have you ever stopped to think…

  • ‘Green blitz’: As election nears, Biden pushes slew of rules on environment, other priorities

    Breadcrumb Trail Links PMN Business Author of the article: The Associated Press Matthew Daly Published May 24, 2024  •  7 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you have an account. Article content WASHINGTON (AP) — As he tries to secure his…

  • SEC’s “hostile regulatory environment” benefits Coinbase

    Matt Hogan, chief investment officer at Bitwise, believes the recent regulatory scrutiny could play into Coinbase’s favor and benefit the company in its fight against the SEC. The SEC recently issued a Wells Notice to Robinhood Crypto, indicating a potential enforcement action for securities violations. This regulatory scrutiny plays an…