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Bandhan Group launches "Bandhan Kaamyabi Ka" campaign, unveiling the next chapter of its growth journey

Bandhan Group has introduced its latest brand initiative, 'Bandhan Kaamyabi Ka,' heralding a transformative chapter in its journey as a comprehensive financial services provider. Celebrating 25 years of impactful growth, this campaign embodies the company's dedication to advancing the financial aspirations of individuals and enterprises alike, positioning itself as an enduring partner in financial development.

The Economic Times · Industry · 43m ago

Wrise Prestige accelerates mainland China expansion with new offices, AI lab

Wealth management provider Wrise Prestige is stepping up its investment in artificial intelligence technology as the firm looks to expand its footprint on the Chinese mainland and power its next phase of growth. The Singapore-headquartered firm planned to open an AI laboratory in Guangzhou next month to house its technology team, following a HK$30 million internal investment in AI-related development, senior executives said during a media briefing marking the company’s second anniversary in Hong

SCMP · Business · 1h ago

Grab takes majority stake in Atome Financial in US$1.49 billion deal

Grab will take an initial 60 per cent stake in Atome for US$1.49 billion, combining the target's Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) loans, consumer cash loans, BNPL cards and digital lending with its own financial services business.

Channel NewsAsia · Business · 1h ago

Warsh Set for Showdown With Trump as Fed Faces Pressure to Raise Rates

The Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates on Wednesday, putting Kevin M. Warsh, the chairman, at odds with the administration just before the midterms.

NYTimes · Business · 3h ago · +1 more

Channel 4 poaches Paramount’s TV ad sales business from Sky

Move is a big boost for Channel 4, days after it announced it is to cut 340 jobs Business live – latest updates Channel 4 has poached Channel 5 owner Paramount’s £300m-plus TV advertising sales business from Sky, in a huge boost days after the broadcaster announced it is to cut 340 jobs. The win is a big boost for Channel 4, which also handles the ad sales for UKTV, the owner of channels including Gold and Dave, which relies on advertising for about 90% of its £1bn in revenues. Continue reading.

The Guardian · Business · 2h ago

Parents seek out school uniform deals, cutting average spend to £54.53

Overall grocery inflation jumps to 2.3%, as Ocado and Lidl gain market share Business live – latest updates Parents and carers spent 12.5% less on school uniform in the run-up to the start of this academic year, turning to promotions and second-hand items to keep expenses down as families struggled with the cost of living crisis. The average spend on school uniform was £54.53 in the four weeks to 6 September, down an eighth from £62.29 in the same period last year, according to the market resear

The Guardian · World · 3h ago

Indian police to query Google over 500,000 fake Gmail IDs linked to bomb hoax

Channel NewsAsia · Asia · 3h ago · +1 more

Make NHS and MoD uniforms in UK, fashion firms urge Burnham

More than 1,200 people including Ben Fogle sign letter saying buying British will help preserve manufacturing firms Business live – latest updates London fashion week is only days away, but one industry organisation has turned its attention to clothing that is a little less catwalk-worthy – the uniforms worn by British defence forces and NHS staff. On Wednesday afternoon, the thinktank Fashion Roundtable will hand deliver a letter to No 10 urging Andy Burnham to commit to manufacturing these uni

The Guardian · Politics · 4h ago

Delhi HC quashes seven ITAT orders in Patanjali case, flags 'shocking' procedural lapses and undue haste

The Delhi High Court has quashed seven orders passed by the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) in a batch of cross-appeals involving Patanjali Ayurved Ltd., terming the manner in which the Tribunal dealt with the matters a "shocking picture" of procedural lapses and opaqueness.

The Economic Times · Industry · 50m ago

What is the triple lock and how much is the state pension worth?

The triple lock guarantees that the state pension is not overtaken by inflation or wage increases.

BBC · Business · 4h ago

Why top AI researchers are warning about human extinction

Could artificial intelligence pose an existential threat to humanity? Some leading researchers are warning against an unregulated race toward AI superintelligence.

DW · Business · 4h ago

CNA Explains: Why AI leaders are calling for a slowdown – and what makes it so difficult

One expert says getting companies and countries to slow the AI race could be even harder than negotiating the nuclear arms treaties of the Cold War.

Channel NewsAsia · Business · 2h ago

Stocks making the biggest moves premarket: Dave & Buster's, Enova, Etsy & more

These are the stocks posting the largest moves in early trading.

CNBC · Finance · 39m ago

ECB invites Europeans to vote on future banknote designs as deadline approaches

The European Central Bank is inviting people across Europe to vote on the designs for future euro banknotes before its public survey closes on 21 September.

Euronews · Business · 54m ago

Mounjaro's maker has more room to run amid GLP-1 boom, Berenberg says

The firm upgraded the pharmaceutical stock to buy from hold.

CNBC · Top News · 55m ago

Carney Pitches Canada as a Haven of Investment Stability in a Chaotic World

The prime minister brought together about 100 money managers in Toronto to promote Canada as the ideal place for their investments.

NYTimes · Business · 3h ago

Fast, furious and potentially fatal: why are supercars suddenly so popular?

Once the preserve of the ultra-rich, supercars are finding new drivers through rentals, finance deals, influencer culture and the manosphere. But why would anyone want a 200mph vehicle? ‘The £600,000 Lamborghini; that was the first seizure of the operation,” says special chief inspector Geoff Tatman of the Metropolitan police, thinking back to the second weekend of August. “He was stopping at the red lights, revving his engine, waiting for the traffic to clear, then speeding. So on the third tim

The Guardian · Business · 3h ago

As the American century ends, Asia’s renaissance begins

The ending of the American century is coinciding with an Asian renaissance. America remains the world’s largest economy and will stay that way for another decade or two. But its economy no longer dominates the world. And its “America first” policy has partners and allies looking for alternatives for trade and investment – and for certainty. Simultaneously, everyone else is changing. The fastest-growing economies in the 21st century will be Asian. Business leaders must wrestle with the paradox...

SCMP · Business · 3h ago

Scrap windfall tax on oil and gas firms early, North Sea industry urges

Labour should replace levy in 2027 rather than 2030 as energy bills are poised to surge over the winter, says lobby group The North Sea oil and gas industry has called on Labour to scrap the windfall tax on fossil fuel firms three years early, as Britain heads into a winter with energy bills expected to reach their highest level since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Offshore Energies UK (OEUK), the industry’s trade body, wants the tax replaced in 2027, rather than in 2030, with a narrower levy tha

The Guardian · World · 4h ago

Amazon's AWS is unable to restore access to Bahrain, one UAE cloud data zone after war damage

Channel NewsAsia · Business · 1h ago

MDL plans Rs 27,000 crore shipbuilding cluster at Dighi, eyes 90,000 jobs

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders will invest Rs 27,000 crore for a new shipbuilding cluster. This project aims to create approximately 90,000 jobs and boost India's shipbuilding capacity. The Dighi facility will enable the construction of large commercial vessels and strengthen maritime capabilities. This initiative aligns with the Centre's Greenfield Shipbuilding Cluster Development Plan. The cluster will attract technology and investment, improving global maritime competitiveness.

The Economic Times · Industry · 2h ago

State pension likely to rise by 3.9% next April

The state pension rises by the highest of wage growth, inflation or 2.5%.

BBC · Business · 6h ago

No one and done: The Fed will hike at least two times over the next year, according to CNBC survey

While higher oil is cited as a main reason for the change in view, roughly three quarters of respondents see the inflation problem as broader than just energy prices.

CNBC · Top News · 1h ago

It’s Poll Watcher Training Season. Distrust Is on the Lesson Plan.

Groups are preparing thousands of observers for midterm elections in November. Some volunteers are being conditioned to expect bad behavior.

NYTimes · Business · 3h ago

AI safety requires more than just slowing our pace | Stuart Russell

Safety requirements are non-negotiable. They depend on meeting concrete goals, not just adjusting a timeline It has been a week of high drama in AI, precipitated by the resignation of the AI safety researcher Jacob Coxon from Anthropic. This followed several weeks of increasingly lurid and disturbing revelations about the OpenAI/Hugging Face incident. My inbox yesterday included a message from Business Insider with the subject line: “AI doomsday debate reaches boiling point”. Continue reading...

The Guardian · Business · 4h ago

Chinese firms’ export share to reach 31% by 2035 as global expansion deepens: Goldman Sachs

Chinese companies “going global” are moving from the peripheral to the core in the business world, with their average market share in export markets projected to rise to 31 per cent by 2035 from 18 per cent this year, according to a Goldman Sachs report on Monday. The global expansion of Chinese firms was not yet fully reflected in their share prices, but their revenue would grow 3.6-fold by 2035, according to the report, which covered 40 global companies in 11 sectors, including 21 Chinese...

SCMP · Business · 4h ago

Jaguar Land Rover in talks to sell Defender to Nato countries

Carmaker builds on relationship with British armed forces by seeking to cash in on Europe’s rearmament drive Business live – latest updates Jaguar Land Rover is in talks with Nato countries about selling them the newly revamped Defender military vehicle, as the UK-based carmaker seeks to tap into Europe’s defence spending boom. It is also among carmakers bidding for a UK defence ministry contract worth £900m to replace an ageing fleet of Land Rovers that have been out of production since 2016, c

The Guardian · World · 4h ago

China's retail sales slow again as Beijing struggles to revive consumer spending

Retail sales in China grew just 0.4% in August, the slowest pace since growth resumed and the second consecutive monthly slowdown, underlining how little progress Beijing has made in reviving consumer spending even as factory output accelerates.

Euronews · Business · 3h ago

NODWIN Gaming expands into mainstream sports with new division

NODWIN Gaming launches NODWIN Sports to build mainstream sporting properties and events. This new division will focus on new-age sports and mass-participation lifestyle events. Gurbaksh Singh Virdi has been appointed vice president to lead the expansion efforts. NODWIN Sports aims to leverage existing content and community engagement capabilities. The company seeks to become a broader youth entertainment and live experiences provider.

The Economic Times · Industry · 2h ago

U.S. confirms for first time it has weapons deployed in space

U.S. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink said Monday that the U.S. has "on-orbit space control weapons," as he outlined a broader push to modernize the Air Force.

CNBC · Top News · 1h ago

Exclusive-Indian consumer regulator escalates probe into Apple's software warranty terms

Channel NewsAsia · Business · 3h ago · +1 more

SU Group Holdings Limited Announces Proposed Acquisition of KM Safety Solution Company Limited

HONG KONG, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SU Group Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: SUGP) (the "Company" or "SU Group") today announced that SU Group Investment Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company (the "Purchaser"), has entered into a sale and purchase agreement with Lead New...

PR Newswire · Financial Services · 16m ago

Key U.S. Bond Rate Near 20-Year High as Oil Prices Keep Climbing

The 10-year Treasury yield breached levels last seen in 2007, with intensifying worries about energy-driven inflation contributing to bond investors’ angst.

NYTimes · Business · 2h ago

Charities praise will gifts despite cost of living

Jersey charities say leaving donations in wills can be "transformational", regardless of how much.

BBC · Business · 7h ago

Why a decade of doomsday warnings failed to slow the AI race

From Stephen Hawking to Jacob Coxon’s viral Anthropic resignation, fears that AI could threaten humanity have shaken the industry without stopping its pursuit Before an Anthropic researcher resigned and declared human extinction imminent last week, tech leaders and scientists had sounded the alarm about a superintelligent AI ending humanity for over a decade. The development of artificial intelligence “could spell the end of the human race”, warned professor and astrophysicist Stephen Hawking in

The Guardian · Business · 4h ago

Leading UK retailers ‘breaking law’ by not refunding customers for returned goods, Which? finds

Consumer group says online shops routinely failed to reimburse delivery costs of unwanted purchases or cost of items Leading retailers are breaking the law by failing to properly refund customers for returned goods, a Which? investigation has found. Some of the UK’s biggest online shops routinely failed to reimburse delivery costs when customers returned unwanted purchases, while others failed to refund the cost of the goods themselves. Continue reading...

The Guardian · World · 5h ago

Canada pitches itself as a haven for investors 'in a very uncertain world'

Canada is positioning itself as a refuge for global capital, with Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne saying the country is a safe place to invest "in a very uncertain world" as Ottawa hosts the largest investment summit in its history.

Euronews · Business · 4h ago

Unitree’s US$30 billion stock wipe-off spurs regulatory caution on humanoid robot IPOs

A more than 40 per cent slump in Chinese humanoid robot maker Unitree Robotics since listing has sounded regulatory caution for the industry, with speculation swirling that Beijing may tighten approval of the peer listings. The regulators would heighten scrutiny over humanoid makers seeking initial public offerings (IPOs) on the mainland’s exchanges, according to media reports. The sustainability of revenue growth, earnings prospects and applicants’ key capabilities of tech innovation would be..

SCMP · Business · 6h ago

Flipkart plans 250,000 festive season jobs to meet delivery demand

Flipkart plans to hire over 250,000 workers for the upcoming festive season. This significant recruitment drive represents an increase of 30,000 positions compared to last year. Approximately 75,000 new openings will welcome individuals entering the workforce for the first time. A substantial 60% of these new jobs will focus on last-mile delivery operations. Flipkart is expanding its delivery network with new hubs to meet rising customer demand.

The Economic Times · Industry · 2h ago

Tech boom powers China's factories but economic imbalances deepen as consumption slows

Channel NewsAsia · Business · 3h ago · +1 more

Kraft Heinz bets on more flavors for Philadelphia cream cheese as it looks to revive brands

Philadelphia will release more cream cheese flavors as part of Kraft Heinz's turnaround.

CNBC · Top News · 2h ago · +1 more

Envestnet's Tamarac Platform Sharpens Advisor Reporting and Deepens CRM Integration, as Part of R3 Enhancements

Envestnet's Third Tech Release of 2026 Expands Report Studio, Streamlines the Client Portal, and Connects Tamarac Trading Data Directly into Tamarac CRM BERWYN, Pa., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Envestnet, the leading Adaptive WealthTech company, today announced a new set of...

PR Newswire · Financial Services · 16m ago

Global bond yields hit 2008 highs, raising stakes for big borrowers

Global bond yields hit 2008 highs, raising stakes for big borrowers Reuters 10-year Treasury yield hits 5%, critical threshold for US economy and markets CNN Surging US Treasury yields are starting to spook investors Yahoo Finance Stock Market News, Sept. 14, 2026: 10-Year Treasury Yield Touches 5%, Pushed by Oil Surge WSJ Benchmark US government bond yield hits 19-year peak as oil prices surge Al Jazeera

Google News · Business · 47m ago

Trump says AI safety fears a 'hoax' as he rejects calls for greater safeguards

The US president's comments come after Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark told the BBC an AI "kill switch" may need to be mandatory.

BBC · Business · 8h ago

Trump facing AI backlash in Congress as push for guardrails intensifies

President has dismissed anxieties over AI’s dangerous potential even as Democrats and some Republicans acknowledge risks Donald Trump is facing a rare backlash from the US Congress as Democrats and some Republicans push for guardrails on the world’s most powerful AI companies. Concerns over the dangerous potential of AI reached fever pitch this week after tech leaders sounded the alarm over the rapid advancement of the technology and its potential threat to humanity. Continue reading...

The Guardian · Business · 5h ago

Help-to-Buy scheme delivered ‘very high value for money,’ review finds

Exclusive: George Osborne’s programme to reduce costs for first-time buyers delivered £25bn in social value in UK last year George Osborne’s scheme to reduce costs for first-time buyers represented “very high value for money”, according to a government review, bolstering the case of senior government figures who have been arguing to resurrect the idea. An official audit of the Help-to-Buy programme has calculated it provided £25bn of social value to the UK in the last financial year, despite cri

The Guardian · World · 6h ago

Children's clothing retailer Carter's is rebranding to appeal to a new generation of parents

Children's clothing brand Carter's is announcing a rebrand as it tries to keep up with the modern parent and its core customer base.

CNBC · Top News · 2h ago · +1 more

US Senate to vote on advancing landmark crypto bill

Channel NewsAsia · Business · 2h ago

UPI MDR could unlock Rs 22,000 crore revenue pool by FY28: Bernstein

UPI could generate Rs 22,000 crore annually by FY28 through a modest merchant discount rate. Banks might receive Rs 14,000 crore and payment apps Rs 7,000 crore from this pool. This revenue stream focuses on higher-value transactions above Rs 2,000, which dominate transaction value. The government notification exempts smaller UPI transactions from any charges. This creates a pathway for monetising a significant segment of merchant payments.

The Economic Times · Industry · 3h ago

San Antonio is the Top Destination for Gen Z Movers, While Millennials Favor Houston

Gen Zers are flocking to places with lots of job opportunities for young people, like Washington, D.C., Austin and Nashville. Millennials are heading to places where they can get bigger houses for less money, like Dallas and Baltimore. Gen Zers and millennials are mostly making...

PR Newswire · Financial Services · 16m ago

Get ready for yet another cost when buying a home: Junk fees

Get ready for yet another cost when buying a home: Junk fees NPR 'Junk fees' make buying a home even more expensive KOSU

Google News · Technology · 3h ago

Leak: EU Commission to pitch social media restrictions for under-15s

The European Commission will propose barring under-15s from social media without parental consent, plus safety-by-design rules for risky online services like AI chatbots and video games in a legislative proposal that will be published on Thursday, according to a document obtained by Euronews.

Euronews · Business · 5h ago

GAC shares jump on FAW tie-up plans amid Beijing drive for car industry mergers

Shares of Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC) jumped after announcing plans to integrate resources with FAW Group, following Beijing’s call for consolidation amid weakening domestic demand. GAC planned to acquire part of FAW’s equity in a joint venture vehicle manufacturer through a share issuance and raise supporting funds, the Guangzhou-based carmaker said in an exchange filing on Monday night, after a full-day trading halt. Upon completion, the unlisted FAW would become GAC’s second-largest...

SCMP · Business · 7h ago

Architects of Japan’s Easy-Money Policies Are Changing Their Minds

As the Bank of Japan weighs another rate increase on Friday, a divide over how Japan should confront inflation is widening.

NYTimes · Business · 8h ago

UK companies keep shedding staff as pay growth slows – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news The UK state pension is set to rise by 3.9% next year, it appears, following today’s wage growth figures. Under the triple-lock system, pensions rise by the highest of average earnings, inflation, or 2.5%. “Today’s earnings figures show wage growth running at 3.9%, which puts a State Pension increase of a similar magnitude firmly on the cards next April under the triple lock. “If confirmed, this would see the full New State Pension rise

The Guardian · Business · 5h ago

Montana’s giving the biotech industry sweeping authority to sell unapproved drugs

Montana’s giving the biotech industry sweeping authority to sell unapproved drugs Politico

Google News · Business · 2h ago

AI regulation faces political deadlock as calls grow for Congress to act

With Trump opposed and Congress divided, new safety legislation on AI is unlikely to pass anytime soon despite mounting pressure.

BBC · Business · 9h ago

GM launching new customer software experience with redesigned Chevy, GMC pickups

The new system comes as vehicles are becoming more digital, leading GM to also redesign its organizational processes.

CNBC · Top News · 1h ago

Rev1 Ventures Names Jennifer Hankins as New CEO & President

Former Tulsa Innovation Labs Managing Director brings more than a decade of experience in entrepreneurship, economic development and ecosystem building to lead Rev1's next chapter COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Rev1 Ventures, the Midwest venture studio that partners with...

PR Newswire · Financial Services · 16m ago

DTH operators provide over Rs 11,000 crore against MIB licence-fee demands

DTH operators have provisioned over eleven thousand crore rupees against disputed licence fee liabilities. This industry awaits a government decision on reducing the current eight percent licence fee. Operators face significant subscriber losses and declining revenues due to market shifts. They are now expanding into IPTV, broadband, and OTT aggregation services. The licence fee dispute remains sub judice before various legal tribunals and courts.

The Economic Times · Industry · 3h ago

US-based GE Vernova, Thailand's B.Grimm Power sign deals for gas turbine supply

Channel NewsAsia · Business · 2h ago

Investors nervous about AI spending slowdown after industry warnings

Investors nervous about AI spending slowdown after industry warnings Reuters

Google News · Markets · 7h ago

Houthis seize strategic Red Sea islands as analysts warn of impending oil crunch

The militant group in Yemen captured the islands of Greater and Lesser Hanish, near the chokepoint of the Bab al-Mandab strait Yemen’s Houthi rebels have seized two strategic islands in the Red Sea, reinforcing the Iran-backed group’s ability to control a key shipping route, as concerns mount that the world is facing a new oil supply crisis. The seizure of the islands of Greater and Lesser Hanish is the latest in the militant group’s swift advance across Yemen’s Red Sea coast, after the capture

The Guardian · World · 7h ago

Citigroup hires veteran banker Sophia Wang to lead China institutional sales

Citigroup has appointed veteran banker Sophia Wang as a managing director and head of China financial-institutional sales and senior relationship management (SRM), marking the latest move by the Wall Street lender to deepen its footprint in mainland capital markets despite ongoing geopolitical friction. Wang joined the bank on Tuesday, according to an internal staff memo. Based in Shanghai, she will oversee institutional sales coverage across rates, spread products, foreign exchange, commodities

SCMP · Business · 7h ago

Democrats send counteroffer to Republicans over Clarity Act provisions

Democrats send counteroffer to Republicans over Clarity Act provisions CoinDesk

Google News · Crypto · 8h ago

Governments worldwide are way behind on AI, says Bill Gates

Governments worldwide are way behind on AI, says Bill Gates Reuters

Google News · AI · 8h ago

Germany seeks guarantees from Italy's UniCredit over Commerzbank takeover

Berlin seeks guarantees from UniCredit as its leverage over Commerzbank fades and the Italian lender moves closer to taking control.

Euronews · Business · 7h ago

Sky gave my father the hard sell even though he has dementia

He wanted to save money, but it insisted on selling costly packages and seemed not to accept ‘cancel’ as an option I was helping my father, who has dementia and Parkinson’s disease, reduce his £113.50 Sky TV bill. We explained to the Sky call centre agent that, as his eyesight and attention span have deteriorated, he wanted the cheapest available TV package to free up money for his care. Continue reading...

The Guardian · Business · 6h ago

Trump’s opposition to AI rules undercuts industry's calls for a slowdown

Anthropic and OpenAI have called for mandatory safety checks to be put in place as fears intensify that AI can soon be too powerful to control.

CNBC · Top News · 1h ago

Mark Goldschmitt Joins PKF O'Connor Davies as Partner in Commercial Tax Practice

HAUPPAUGE, N.Y., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PKF O'Connor Davies, one of the nation's largest accounting, tax and advisory practices, today announced that Mark Goldschmitt, CPA, has joined the organization as Partner in its Commercial Tax practice. He will be based in the...

PR Newswire · Financial Services · 16m ago

UK's Trustpilot shares slump as unchanged outlook disappoints investors

Channel NewsAsia · Business · 2h ago

Uno Minda plans Rs 1,415 crore investment to expand auto component manufacturing

Uno Minda will invest Rs 1,415 crore for strategic expansion and capacity boosting. New aluminium casting and alloy wheel plants are planned in Tamil Nadu and Haryana. A moulding facility expansion in Bangalore will also occur to meet increased demand. A joint venture will establish a new plant for automotive parts in Maharashtra. These projects aim to capture growth opportunities and diversify product verticals.

The Economic Times · Industry · 3h ago

Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures retreat ahead of Fed meeting amid AI safety fears

Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures retreat ahead of Fed meeting amid AI safety fears Yahoo Finance Stocks down on energy shock concerns, global yields hit fresh highs Reuters S&P 500 Seen Dropping 10% on Fed Hikes, MRA Strategist Says Bloomberg.com Fed meeting to begin; fresh AI warning - what’s moving markets Investing.com S&P 500 faces 8%-10% pullback risk as Fed rate hikes loom, strategist says Seeking Alpha

Google News · Business · 4h ago

Bank of England urged to slow or halt bond-selling to slash UK borrowing costs

Economists urge John Healey to press Bank to change policy that is costing the exchequer billions of pounds Economists have urged the chancellor, John Healey, to press the Bank of England to slow down its bond-selling programme that has already cost the exchequer billions of pounds. The Bank’s monetary policy committee (MPC) meets this week to not only decide the level of interest rates but also whether they should freeze or slow the sale of government bonds, known as gilts, bought as part of th

The Guardian · World · 8h ago

Why unwanted fridges are piling up at recycling centres across England and Wales

Capacity has been overwhelmed by heatwaves that have pushed white goods to breaking point “In Oxfordshire, recycling centres are filling almost three articulated lorries with discarded fridges every week,” says Simon Perry of W&S Waste Management, which runs a recycling centre in Ardley. Together, those fridges would cover an area just under half the size of a football pitch. But the space to store them – in Oxfordshire and beyond – has become a growing problem after the Local Government Associa

The Guardian · Business · 6h ago

Trillions sitting idle: Here's how much money Europeans are losing on savings

Europeans are losing an average of €294 in purchasing power for every €10,000 they keep in the bank, according to a study from Revolut, which found €6.3 trillion sitting in low-yield deposits across 20 EU countries at a moment when Brussels is trying to push that money into capital markets.

Euronews · Business · 8h ago

AI search will boost online marketplace stock, Oppenheimer says

Etsy is likely to see its sales rise as more consumers discover products listed on its marketplace through AI search tools, according to Oppenheimer.

CNBC · Top News · 1h ago

Envestnet | MoneyGuide Improves Usability, Modernizes Key Workflows with Rollout of Further Planning Enhancements

Third Tech Release of 2026 Includes Stronger Support for Annuities & Structured Investments BERWYN, Pa., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Envestnet, the leading Adaptive WealthTech company, today announced a series of additional enhancements to Envestnet | MoneyGuide designed to help...

PR Newswire · Financial Services · 16m ago

Musashi India, Bhago Mobility sign LOI for e-axles for electric 3-wheeler

Musashi Auto Parts India will supply electric powertrain systems for Bhago Mobility's new three-wheeler. Production of these e-axles is planned to commence next year. The Bhago Bhim vehicle platform will feature a fixed-battery configuration. This partnership supports the localization of electric mobility technologies in India. The new electric three-wheelers are expected to begin production in 2027.

The Economic Times · Industry · 3h ago

Why Becoming a LinkedIn Lunatic Might Save Your Career

Why Becoming a LinkedIn Lunatic Might Save Your Career Business Insider

Google News · Business · 4h ago

Japanese land prices rise for a fifth year

Channel NewsAsia · Business · 4h ago

China targets offshore operations of brokerages in crackdown on pay loopholes, corruption

China’s securities regulator and its industry body are moving to close compensation loopholes for brokerage management and staff, extending anti-corruption oversight to overseas operations for the first time, as Beijing pushes the sector to build world-class investment banks. The Securities Association of China, a self-regulatory body under the supervision of the regulator, recently sent brokerages a revised draft of its rules on “clean practices”, seeking industry feedback by September 29,...

SCMP · Business · 12h ago

Envestnet Strengthens Wealth Management Platform with New Interactive Dashboard, UMP Configuration Tools, and Expanded Widget Library

Third Technology Release of 2026 Lays the Interface Foundation for an AI-First Advisor Experience BERWYN, Pa., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Envestnet, the leading Adaptive WealthTech company, today announced a new set of updates to its Wealth Management Platform, part of Envestnet's...

PR Newswire · Financial Services · 16m ago

NSE IPO: Everything investors need to know about the National Stock Exchange IPO

The National Stock Exchange is gearing up for a much-anticipated initial public offering after overcoming almost ten years of complex legalities and procedural hurdles. Following the submission of its DRHP to SEBI on June 17, 2026, the exchange has finally addressed regulatory concerns, allowing its listing to proceed. However, potential investors must weigh valuation and regulatory risks ahead of the anticipated September 2026 launch.

The Economic Times · Industry · 3h ago

U.S. auto market predictions for 2030: More hybrids, no Chinese entrants

Despite growing speculation that it won't be long until Chinese autos are sold in the U.S., John Murphy doesn't expect that to happen by 2030.

CNBC · Top News · 2h ago

The Fed may be on the verge of a serious mistake, prominent economists warn

The Fed may be on the verge of a serious mistake, prominent economists warn MarketWatch The Federal Reserve Must Not Hike Rates This Week Forbes Deficits, Debt, and the Dollar: Why Rate Hikes Won’t Cure Supply-Driven Inflation cruxinvestor.com Everyday Economics: The Fed can’t pump more oil Herald/Review Media Probability of No Rate Hike Is Extremely Low! JPMorgan: An Analysis of Five Scenarios for the Fed’s Decision 富途牛牛

Google News · Business · 4h ago

Digital ID comes of age as pubs and bars get go-ahead for biometric scan tech

New laws coming into force this week aim to streamline age checks although old-style plastic IDs will still be allowed Younger drinkers in England and Wales will be able to prove their age with a digital ID starting this week as new laws give pubs, off-licences, nightclubs and restaurants the right to use biometric scanning technology to check customers are over 18. Customers will be able to download software that scans their faces into their own phone to generate a QR code proving their age bas

The Guardian · Business · 8h ago

Samsung's India public policy chief resigns, sources say

Channel NewsAsia · Business · 5h ago · +1 more

2026 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team contributes 12,000 service hours to strengthen communities

Twenty-two college football student-athletes and honorary coach Kalani Sitake named to the 2026 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team, including the first female honoree in program history. One FBS player will earn the Allstate Wuerffel Trophy. Key Takeaways: Allstate and the American Football...

PR Newswire · Financial Services · 16m ago

Wall Street weighs prospect of an AI slowdown on data center buildout

Investors see a potential AI slowdown as problematic for companies tied to the data center buildout.

CNBC · Top News · 2h ago