US Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh said he is fully committed to delivering price stability amid high inflation stoked by the escalating Iran war. Not giving any forward outlook or deeper insight into the FOMC policy, he said he had full confidence in the board despite the dissents to deliver the remit of reining in…
The bank plans to repurchase at least $1bn of shares over the next three months. Credit: Kittyfly/Shutterstock.com UBS Group has reported net profit attributable to shareholders of $2.8bn in the second quarter of 2026, up from $2.39bn a year earlier. Revenue for the quarter ended 30 June 2026 rose 13% to $13.7bn, compared with $12.11bn…
An artificial intelligence (AI)-powered homeownership platform co-founded by Martha Stewart launched in the United States Wednesday (July 29). Hint, whose co-founders also include Yih-Han Ma and Kyle Rush, is now available on Apple’s App Store, the company said in a Wednesday (July 29) press release. The home intelligence platform builds a profile of the user’s house based on public records, environmental and utility…
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The Fed’s widely expected decision to leave the benchmark interest rate in the 3.50%-3.75% range drew dissents from three of the 12 members of the policy-setting Federal Open Market Committee who “preferred” a quarter-percentage-point hike at this meeting. The benchmark S&P 500 hit its lowest level in a month, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq was down…
In today’s digital landscape, managing your brand’s reputation is essential. Start by leveraging AI tools for real-time sentiment analysis to track how consumers feel about your brand. Focus on authentic communication that aligns with your audience’s values. Consider using blockchain technology to verify reviews and enhance credibility. Finally, develop agile crisis management strategies to address…
By Erik Hertzberg (Bloomberg) — The Bank of Canada’s governing council agreed the economy was “adjusting” to shocks, though some questioned whether the recovery was sustainable and others raised concerns about rising inflation expectations. Policymakers held the policy rate at 2.25% for a sixth consecutive time when they met earlier this month, arguing that the…
By Jonnelle Marte (Bloomberg) — Federal Reserve officials left interest rates unchanged, but a fractured vote signalled growing conviction among some policymakers that higher rates are needed to curb resurgent inflation. The Federal Open Market Committee voted 9-3 to hold the benchmark federal funds rate in a range of 3.5% to 3.75%. Dallas Fed President…
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Tenant fraud has moved firmly up the agenda for private landlords. What was once a background concern is now a frontline issue, shaped by legislative change, economic pressure and increasingly sophisticated forgery techniques. For mortgage brokers advising landlord clients, understanding this landscape — and knowing how to respond to it — is becoming an increasingly…