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Tokyo Stocks Rally for Third Straight Day Amid Strong Tech Performance and US Election Focus
Tokyo’s stock market continued its upward trajectory on Wednesday, marking the third consecutive day of gains driven primarily by robust performance in the technology sector. The Nikkei Stock Average, comprising...
Japan’s Nikkei Climbs Nearly 1% as Nasdaq Hits Record High Amid Big Tech Surge
Japan’s Nikkei 225 index closed up 0.96% at 39,277.39 on Tuesday, benefiting from the robust performance of Big Tech stocks that propelled the Nasdaq to a record high. This upward...
Google’s New CFO Pushes for Further Cost Cuts to Boost AI Investments
Anat Ashkenazi steps into her role at Alphabet, aiming to streamline costs and accelerate AI investments amid a competitive tech landscape. In a significant transition, Alphabet introduced Anat Ashkenazi as...
Kaduna Banks on Financial Inclusion Data for 2025 Budget
The Kaduna State government has revealed that it would be leveraging the financial inclusion data from the state to plan its 2025 appropriation bill. Significant Growth in Financial Inclusion Financial...
Rising Tide of Banking Scams: What You Need to Watch For and How to Stay Safe
Bank account scams are on the rise, targeting unsuspecting individuals with ever-evolving tactics. As fraudsters become more sophisticated, understanding the latest threats and protective measures is crucial. Bogus Fraud Warnings...
AI Takes Center Stage in Banking: Experts Highlight Human-Centric Integration
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the banking and capital markets sectors, but experts emphasize the importance of keeping humans at the heart of this technological revolution. In a recent session, Y....
HKMA Collaborates with Thailand and Brazil to Pioneer Cross-Border Tokenization Initiatives
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is stepping up its fintech game by partnering with central banks from Thailand and Brazil. This collaboration aims to explore and develop cross-border tokenization...
Dollar Set to Strengthen as Foreign Central Banks Accelerate Rate Cuts
The U.S. dollar is poised for a notable ascent in the coming years, driven by anticipated rate cuts from foreign central banks. Economists at Wells Fargo highlight that despite short-term...
Kotak Securities Unveils Enhanced Margin Trading Facility to Boost Investor Leverage
Investors seeking to amplify their trading potential now have a new tool at their disposal. Kotak Securities has introduced an upgraded Margin Trading Facility (MTF), offering traders the ability to...