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46% of Americans are not loyal to their banks, finds survey

A latest survey highlights that majority of Americans are loyal to one bank, while 46.1% have two or more bank accounts. Women deal with fewer banks and men tend to do multiple banking, according to survey by GoBankingRates. Majority Americans keep less than $1,000 in their savings accounts.

Dec 07, 2015 9:37 PM EST


China's budget airline spread wings to cover more routes

The cost-cutting measures at corporate companies are creating more demand for budget airlines in China. A majority of business travellers are also preferring to fly by budget carriers. The four budget airlines are making profits in Chinese domestic aviation. The budget airlines account for seven percent of China's domestic air travel and is expected to grow over 100 percent in next five years.

Dec 07, 2015 9:31 PM EST


Ferrovial offers broadspectrum A$715M in Cash

Ferrovial SA offered A$715 million for Broadspectrum Ltd., almost a year after the company rejected its previous bid. However, lots of investors are unhappy with the new offer as it presents an opportunistic bid.

Dec 07, 2015 9:27 PM EST


A long-stretched financial winter looms over Hong Kong

Hong Kong's financial hub has slipped into pressure following the continuous economy slowdown in China and concerns about possible interest rate hike by US Federal Reserve. The GDP of Hong Kong's financial center is expected slip over two percent. The latest probe by Chinese authorities into financial markets is also creating tremors among hedge funds, fund managers, brokerage firms and banks.

Dec 07, 2015 9:24 PM EST


Relieved Northern China: Free from the Deadly Smog after Five Days

Interestingly, just when China took a pledge to fight with global warming in Paris meet, Northern part of China is covered with deadly smog. Chinese people got some relief after a strong winter wind helped to clear out the haze after five days.

Dec 07, 2015 8:13 AM EST


Delhi Pollution- If the Air is being Shared, Why Isn’t the Responsibility?

To combat with Delhi pollution, people need to be responsible first. Beijing, the closest competitor of Delhi in air pollution introduced odd-even number vehicle restrictions way back 2008 Olympics. This measure can be implemented on an immediate basis without any expense.

Dec 07, 2015 7:19 AM EST


Generic Drug Sale widens in Japan as Takeda and Teva join hands

Teva pharmaceuticals which is said to be the world's largest generic drug maker has joined hands with Takeda Pharmaceutical Co, for a definitive agreement to sell generic drugs in Japan.

Dec 07, 2015 6:54 AM EST


Iron ore below $40 as China's reserves at 7-month high

The China's economy slowdown and concerns about possible interest rate hike by US Federal Reserve are impacting iron ore prices, which are hovering at $40 per metric ton. Adding to this, the increased supplies from global majors are further putting pressure on iron ore prices. The sluggish Chinese steel industry has also become a cause of concern.

Dec 07, 2015 4:17 AM EST


Volkswagen hold talks with investors in Qatar following emission scandal

Volkswagen's CEO, chairman, and top shareholders held talks in Qatar to discuss the company's emissions tests scandal and Volkswagen's new structure and future business focus. The Qatar investor was calling for changes in the Volkswagen management following the emissions scandal that has cost the shareholders billions.

Dec 07, 2015 2:10 AM EST


Amazon logs into new delivery tool; deploys its own truck trailers

Amazon is adding thousands of trailers to its shipping fleet. The Amazon branded trailers are owned by the retailer while trucks would be provided by third-party truck companies. The new fleet of trailers will be used for shipment of inventory between warehouses of Amazon, but not for direct delivery to shoppers. Amazon hopes to strengthen its supply chain management fulfilling its two delivery options on the same day or within two days.

Dec 07, 2015 2:07 AM EST


Modi-led Indian government seeks corporatization of state firms

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi is in favor of corporatizing state-run firms. He calls for a combined effort of central government and states to ensure sustainable economic recovery. While criticizing the old concept of divesting or closing down of state-run firms, Modi aims at bringing efficiency in the public sector undertakings (PSUs).

Dec 07, 2015 2:04 AM EST


Mexico's Pemex enters the US market

Mexican petroleum major Pemex has opened its first overseas gasoline station in Houston. Pemex will set up five more gasoline stations in the US as part of its expansion plan. The Mexican energy giant is suffering from oil price drop in addition to lower production level. The Mexcian government has opened up its energy sector by allowing foreign companies to set up gasoline stations in Mexico.

Dec 07, 2015 1:59 AM EST