Category: News

  • Rents resume steep rise – Globes

    The impact of the war on the rental market has been erased, and in the past few months the rate of rent increases has increased. This comes through Globes’ analysis of figures issued by the Central Bureau of Statistics. According to the figures, in the first six months of the…

  • Consumer protection agency closes the Biden era taking big swings

    For the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the holiday season has been quite quiet. On Friday, the federal watchdog The organization that runs Zelle and three of the largest US banks have been charged over their handling of fraud on the popular payment platform. Monday brought two other major enforcement issues.…

  • Homebase lives on as CDS revives DIY chain within newly branded the range stores

    Homebase is set to return in a scaled-down format following the collapse of the DIY chain last month, with its new owner CDS confirming plans to reopen 70 former stores under the Range Superstores banner. Each outlet will retain the Homebase name on its garden center sections, and some will…

  • Homebase lives on as CDS revives DIY chain within newly branded the range stores

    Homebase is set to return in a scaled-down format following the collapse of the DIY chain last month, with its new owner CDS confirming plans to reopen 70 former stores under the Range Superstores banner. Each outlet will retain the Homebase name on its garden center sections, and some will…

  • Economists say more room to fall as Canadian dollar continues downward trend

    Breadcrumb links PMN BMN Business Article writer: Canadian Press Ritika Dubey Posted on December 24, 2024 • 3 minutes read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or log in if you have an account. Article content Experts say that the next few months will be difficult…

  • Nvidia stock is in a ‘soul-searching’ moment

    Listen and subscribe to open bidding on Apple Podcast, Spotify, YouTube Or wherever you find your favorite podcasts. Investors’ insatiable appetite for all things Nvidia (NVDA) may have cooled a bit recently, but the chill is temporary and the holiday itself is just beginning, according to one Wall Street semiconductor…

  • UK Christmas shopping rebounds with higher spending on high street and online

    British consumers are opening their wallets more freely in the run-up to Christmas, with retailers reporting a 2.3 per cent year-on-year increase in spending in the seven weeks to December 20, according to figures from Visa. Online sales led the increase of 6.1 per cent, while electronics and homeware purchases…

  • Southern Africa elections brought big changes in 2024

    Breadcrumb links PMN BMN Business Article writer: Associated Press good luck Posted on December 23, 2024 • 4 minutes read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or log in if you have an account. Article content HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — In South Africa, where democracy remains…

  • Where Analysts Think Bitcoin is Headed in 2025

    Investopedia/Photo Illustration by Alice Morgan/Getty Images Analysts from Bitwise, Standard Chartered and VanEck see Bitcoin rising to the $180,000-$200,000 level in 2025. Analysts say inflows into spot bitcoin ETFs in 2025 could keep up with numbers from 2024. Bitcoin prices could also see a boost if the US decides to…

  • Affordable Solutions to Hair Loss Without Compromising Quality

    Hair loss is a challenge that affects millions of individuals around the world, leaving many searching for effective and affordable solutions. For many years, hair restoration options were expensive and limited to certain areas. However, the growing trend in medical tourism has opened opportunities for those willing to look beyond…

  • Bunker Hill Announces Updates to Election to Issue Shares in Satisfaction of Debenture Interest Payment Obligations & Financing Cooperation Fee

    This section is Partnership Content supplied The content in this section is supplied by GlobeNewswire for the purposes of distributing press releases on behalf of its clients. Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Breadcrumb Trail Links GlobeNewswire Author of the article: Published Dec 23, 2024  •  8 minute…

  • AMD and Micron Are Top Analyst Picks for AI and Next-Gen Tech Growth

    AMD and Micron are analysts’ top picks for artificial intelligence and next-generation technology growth Rosenblatt The company polled its analysts, including Steve Frankel, and compiled their top picks for the first half of 2025. The stocks reflect key themes across its research universe, including the age of artificial intelligence and…

  • New EU Ombudsman must carry on transparency crusade against Big Tobacco lobbying

    A decade after outgoing Emily O’Reilly’s transformative period in Brussels, the EU Parliament has elected the bloc’s new European Ombudsman for the next five years. In the December 15 vote, Portuguese candidate Teresa Anginho won appeared She prevailed, with strong support from the dominant European People’s Party, helping the former…

  • As TikTok bill steams forward, online influencers put on their lobbying hats to visit Washington

    Breadcrumb links PMN BMN Business Article writer: Associated Press Hallelujah Hadero Posted on December 23, 2024 • 4 minutes read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or log in if you have an account. Article content WASHINGTON (AP) — Meet lawmakers with their newest lobbyist: online…

  • Trump feud over canal control weighs down Panama assets

    (Bloomberg) — A dispute brewing between President-elect Donald Trump and Panama over one of the world’s most important waterways has weakened the country’s assets. Most read from Bloomberg Panama bonds fell across the curve on Monday morning, the most in emerging markets, after Trump threatened to reassert US control of…

  • Ukraine’s history unveiled

    Ukraine is a country that has endured the trials of history, stood tall against the backdrop of adversity, and demonstrated a remarkable spirit of resilience. The ongoing conflict with Russia, the nation’s ongoing quest for independence, and the unwavering determination of the Ukrainian people have all become central elements in…

  • The cybersecurity skills crisis: Canada’s call to action 

    Breadcrumb links information technology How Canada can align skills, diversity and innovation to confront growing digital threats Posted on December 23, 2024 • Last updated 27 minutes ago • 3 minutes read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or log in if you have an account.…

  • Slovakia buys IAI air defense system in €560m deal

    Israel and Slovakia have completed the largest defense export deal ever between the two countries, worth €560 million (more than NIS 2 billion), for Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI). MX Barracks Air defense system. The system is designed to deal with current and future air threats, including ballistic missiles. Related […]…

  • Which online bank is better?

    BMO Alto and Synchrony Bank are both popular online banks known for their no-fee models and competitive interest rates. So, is one better than the other? Let’s take a closer look at how BMO Alto and Synchrony’s banking products compare so you can decide if one is right for your…

  • Which online bank is better?

    BMO Alto and Synchrony Bank are both popular online banks known for their no-fee models and competitive interest rates. So, is one better than the other? Let’s take a closer look at how BMO Alto and Synchrony’s banking products compare so you can decide if one is right for your…