Personal Finance

Why Gift Cards Are Becoming a Financial Lifeline for Cash-Strapped Consumers

Gift cards have come a long way from being last-minute gifts to becoming vital financial tools for many. With inflation and economic pressures on the rise, more consumers are discovering that these cards can be a strategic way to manage expenses and stretch their dollars. From paying for groceries to covering gas, gift cards are offering flexibility and convenience at a time when financial stability feels increasingly elusive.

Dec 09, 2024 12:45 AM EST

News

Beyond Wealth: Giving Compass for Business Simplifies Philanthropy for Financial Advisors

Giving Compass for Business, one of these innovations is gaining popularity since it provides a fresh method for incorporating generosity into wealth management.

Personal Finance

Financial Strategies to Navigate Aging's Challenges

Don't let financial worries cloud your golden years! Here are key strategies to manage expenses, invest wisely, and secure a comfortable retirement.

Strategies to Stretch Your Savings in July

Personal Finance

How to Stretch Your Savings This July Using 3 Methods

Feeling the summer squeeze? Don't let July drain your savings! Here are some tips for you.

HSBC breaks tradition, names AIA boss Mark Tucker as chairman

The chief executive of the Asian life insurer AIA Group will take over as HSBC chair on October 1, the first outsider to take on the role that breaks an HSBC tradition.

Mar 15, 2017 06:12 AM EDT

Atlanta Fed appoints first African-American regional president as major step in diversity

The move marks as a progress for Atlanta Fed in regards to diversity as Bostic becomes the first African-American regional president in its history.

Mar 14, 2017 06:05 AM EDT

Wells Fargo reshuffles execs, demotes three managers over fake account scandal

Scandal-ridden bank initiates organizational clean-up due to alleged mistreatment of workers aside from the popular fake account scandal. Wells Fargo vows to be a more streamlined, efficient and consistent consumer bank.

Mar 11, 2017 09:14 AM EST

Lenovo Third Quarter Profits Plummet

Tech company Lenovo posts a drop in its third quarter profits as it faced "sizeable" challenges in its business.

Feb 19, 2017 09:11 PM EST

Retail Spending in UK Rises Slightly in January

UK retail spending sees 1.5 percent growth year-on-year in January 2017 compared with January 2016.

Feb 19, 2017 08:12 PM EST

Exxon boosts Permian basin holding in deal worth up to $6.6 billion

Exxon Mobil Corp (XOM.N) said it would buy companies owned by the Bass family of Texas in a deal worth up to $6.6 billion.

Jan 17, 2017 12:03 PM EST

69 Percent Respondents : Trump Needs To Make A Decision of Being A President or A Businessman

The US President-elect, Donald Trump, has promised to hand out of his business empires to his children before get sworn as the president next month. Some politicians stated that Trump's words just to avoid potential conflicts of interest.

Dec 07, 2016 09:57 AM EST

Trump Sold His Holding Shares In June

"The US President-elect sold his company stocks in June " said a spokesman, Jason Miller. Trump's company well known as one of the world's best corporation, among Walmart, Master Card and Apple.

Dec 07, 2016 03:10 AM EST

Crown Finance Launches Freedom Home Loans

New Zealand home buyers have the new option for home loan. On Tuesday Crown Finance Limited launched its Freedom Home Loans.

Mar 30, 2016 08:28 AM EDT

Bitcoin underrated by more than $200 according to Investment Bank Needham & Co

The report released by Needham & Company, an investment bank and asset management company, showed that bitcoin has been undervalued by more than $200, nearly 58% based on the current price.

Mar 30, 2016 07:58 AM EDT

Nevada Waves $9.2 Million Sales Tax To Allure Hyperloop’s $121 Million Project

Hyperloop Technologies Inc. has been implementing an innovative idea of Tesla CEO Elon Musk through developing a new concept of transportation platform. The Los Angeles tech giant considers for spending $121 million to develop the full track at Apex Industrial Park. To allure the investment, Nevada state officials have waved $9.2 million sales tax applicable on the capital expenditure.

Mar 29, 2016 09:33 AM EDT

EMV Credit Card Increase Security But Slow Implementation Will Make Consumers Vulnerable

Experts said the new chip-enabled or EMV credit and debit cards can help reducing fraud. However, incomplete adoption of chip cards and readers will make consumers and merchants vulnerable.

Mar 09, 2016 08:50 AM EST