German government not stopping UniCredit's takeover of Commerzbank, Merz says

South-facing gardens continue to command a price premium of approximately £20,000, or 7%, despite homeowners increasingly avoiding outdoor spaces during recent heatwaves, according to research from estate agent Yopa. The findings suggest that traditional preferences for south-facing outdoor spaces remain intact, even as climate patterns shift and temperatures reach record levels. Buyer preferences The research…

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) announced Monday the introduction of 18 single stock option classes in three batches, launching on 10 August, 17 August, and 31 August 2026. The firm revealed that both weekly and monthly expiries will be available for the new contracts from the first day of trading, broadening investor choice…

By Sammy Hudes The real estate company now expects the aggregate price of a home in Canada to increase two per cent in the fourth quarter of 2026 to $823,344 compared with the same quarter last year — up from its previous forecast of a one per cent gain. Quebec City is expected to see…

Fewer Indian students are heading to the United States due to visa and policy uncertainties, but education loan growth for non-banking finance companies (NBFCs) is expected to remain resilient this financial year, according to a Crisil Ratings report cited by news agency, PTI.   The report projects education loan assets under management (AUM) of…

Going self-employed can bring plenty of freedom and flexibility but it also means giving up attractive workplace perks. More than 4.5 million people run their own business. While they may benefit from managing their own schedule and more tax-efficient ways to withdraw cash, such has from a limited company, there are downsides. Research by business…

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