Bangladesh’s first nuclear plant highlights emerging markets’ energy shift
Bangladesh’s first nuclear plant highlights emerging markets’ energy shift
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US CBDC Ban Set to Become Law at Midnight
A four-year ban on a U.S. central bank digital currency (CBDC) is set to take effect if a housing bill becomes law Saturday (July 11), CoinDesk reported Friday (July 10). The ban is included in the bill that was approved by Congress and sent to President Donald Trump, who has neither signed it nor vetoed it….
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Commercial Real Estate Is Quietly Setting Up for a Decade-Long Bull Run
Dave:We are halfway through 2026 and this felt like the right time to bring back Brian Burke for a bigger picture check-in on the housing market. He is an expert on all things real estate from single family to multifamily to larger commercial assets. We want to know how this market looks to someone who…
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Switching jobs? Here is how you can convert your group health policy into an individual or family coverage plan
Want to switch jobs but keep your current employer provided insurance plan? As per the rules, you can convert your employer group health policy into an individual or family coverage plan, subject to fulfilling certain conditions. Usually, group health insurance covers employees and their family (spouse, children, dependents), but ends when you leave the particular…
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On the move: PwC sponsors Texas cricket
PwC US announced a sponsorship agreement with Major League Cricket team Texas Super Kings, naming the firm the team’s official consulting partner and lead arm sponsor for the 2026 season. PwC branding will appear on the team’s playing jerseys throughout the season, as well as across digital, social, broadcast and in-stadium platforms. The Texas Super…
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Financial Horoscope for Today July 12, 2026 – Unlock Subtle Gains with Disciplined Timing
Horoscope Today July 12, 2026, Sunday: Planetary movements today highlight caution and clarity around money decisions. Market sentiment may feel mixed, so measured reactions and thoughtful planning could matter more than bold moves. Use today’s signals as guidance, not guarantees, and cross-check them with your own research. Aries Financial Horoscope Today: July 12, 2026 Market…
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Have foreign income or overseas assets? Your AIS will soon show them | Personal Finance
If you own a foreign bank account, earn income overseas or hold investments outside India, your Annual Information Statement (AIS) will soon become far more comprehensive. The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has expanded the scope of the AIS to include information on foreign income and overseas assets received by the…
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Existing-Home Sales Report Notes ‘Back-and-Forth’ Activity
According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) Existing-Home Sales report, existing-home sales experienced a month-over-month (MoM) decline of 2.4% while showing a year-over-year (YoY) increase of 2.8%. This report offers valuable data regarding home sales, pricing, and inventory to the real estate community, which includes agents, homebuyers, and sellers. Sales saw a MoM increase…
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How a serial borrower fooled 7 banks out of $39 million
Key insight: A single borrower obtained fraudulent commercial loans from bank after bank for nearly a decade, using companies he controlled and false equipment-purchase applications. What’s at stake: The case shows how commercial-loan underwriting can be gamed repeatedly across institutions; U.S. Bank alone is owed about $5.6 million. Supporting data: Restitution totals $19,414,187.15 across six…
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Removal of stamp duty could improve FTB access to new builds – Rightmove
The number of new-build developments coming to the market is at its lowest level since 2017, limiting stock for first-time buyers. The average mortgage rate currently sits at 4.92%, up from 3.53% four years ago. For buyers, developers and estate agents alike, this translated to demand constraints. Rightmove urged the government to support developers…
