Samsung is a Case Study in How Manufacturers Leave China
The company still has significant operations in China but its smartphone manufacturing business pulled up stakes years ago. How and why that happened is instructive.Read More
UK Fintech News Roundup: The Latest Stories 03/05
Every Wednesday, we delve into the latest fintech updates from across the UK. This week brings updates from allpay cards, finder.com, Travelex and Currensea. Currensea and Royal Marines Charity launch debit card The Royal Marines Charity (RMA), the membership body supporting serving and veteran Royal Marines and their families, has launched a debit card in […]
FCA’s Bold Move to Revamp UK Listing Rules Sparks Debate Over Investor Rights
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has proposed significant changes to the UK’s listing rules to encourage more companies to list and improve competition for investors. The move has received a positive reception although some have expressed concerns regarding investor rights. Richard Wilson, CEO of online investment platform interactive investor, said: “We strongly support the principles […]
Markets Expect Fed to Raise Rates Despite Bank Turmoil
A ‘shock pause’ by the central bank would spook an already jittery market, one analyst said, even as shares in regional lenders fall.Read More
What Another Fed Rate Increase Means if You Want to Buy a House
Mortgages will remain pricey, but buyers can take other steps to rein in their costs, financial advisers say.Read More
Warren Buffett’s ‘Secret Sauce’ Involves One of Investing’s Most Basic Strategies
Dividend stocks are core for the famed investor, whose fans will flock to Omaha, Neb., on Saturday for Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting.Read More
Twilio Report Shows Growing Divide in Consumer Confidence for AI Personalisation
Businesses across the world are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to offer personalised customer experiences, however, a report by Twilio highlights that customers remain sceptical. The fourth annual State of Personalisation Report showcases how companies are experimenting with AI to differentiate and drive business growth. It also provides guidance on how to build customer trust […]
Why New York’s Giant Trash Bag Piles May Be an Endangered Species
Containerization, which has been embraced by global cities like Barcelona and Buenos Aires, could force New York to eliminate 150,000 parking spots.Read More
7th-Grader Opens Fire at School in Serbia, Killing 8 Students
The suspect used his father’s handgun and opened fire into a crowd at the school in Belgrade, the police said. A security guard was also killed in the shooting.Read More
U.S. History Scores Are Falling, but It’s Not Just Because of the Pandemic
The latest test results continue a nearly decade-long plunge, as reading and math take priority.Read More
