BlackRock Hits Record $11.6 Trillion in Assets
BlackRock reported record assets of $11.6 trillion in Q4 2024, driven by a 21% profit jump, $281.4 billion in net inflows, and a strong equity market rally following the 2024 U.S. Presidential election; the company's strategic acquisitions further contributed to its success.
BlackRock Hits Record $11.6 Trillion in Assets
BlackRock reported record assets of $11.6 trillion in Q4 2024, driven by a 21% profit jump, $281.4 billion in net inflows, and a strong equity market rally following the 2024 U.S. Presidential election; the company's strategic acquisitions further contributed to its success.
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CSRC Reforms Boost A-Share Market Rally
The China Securities Regulatory Commission's (CSRC) announcement of increased market oversight, collaboration with the central bank, and comprehensive market reforms spurred a significant rally in the A-share market on Tuesday, with major indices rising sharply and trading volume surging to 1.35 tri...
CSRC Reforms Boost A-Share Market Rally
The China Securities Regulatory Commission's (CSRC) announcement of increased market oversight, collaboration with the central bank, and comprehensive market reforms spurred a significant rally in the A-share market on Tuesday, with major indices rising sharply and trading volume surging to 1.35 tri...
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The Risks of Waiting to Sell Your Business
Selling a business after a strong year minimizes risks associated with future market fluctuations, unforeseen issues, and inconsistent financial performance; while waiting for higher profits, one bad year could negatively impact the sale price more than a good year would improve it.
The Risks of Waiting to Sell Your Business
Selling a business after a strong year minimizes risks associated with future market fluctuations, unforeseen issues, and inconsistent financial performance; while waiting for higher profits, one bad year could negatively impact the sale price more than a good year would improve it.
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China-Taiwan Trade Soars 9.4% in 2024
In 2024, trade between mainland China and Taiwan surged by 9.4% year-on-year, reaching $292.97 billion, driven by increased exports and imports, and fueled by significant investment with 7,941 new Taiwan-funded companies established on the mainland; Fujian province played a key role, showing a 3.2% ...
China-Taiwan Trade Soars 9.4% in 2024
In 2024, trade between mainland China and Taiwan surged by 9.4% year-on-year, reaching $292.97 billion, driven by increased exports and imports, and fueled by significant investment with 7,941 new Taiwan-funded companies established on the mainland; Fujian province played a key role, showing a 3.2% ...
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Long-Term CDs Remain Advantageous Despite Interest Rate Cuts
Due to the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, CD returns have declined from 2024 highs; however, long-term CDs still offer superior returns compared to short-term options and other savings accounts, prompting a strategic approach for savers in 2025.
Long-Term CDs Remain Advantageous Despite Interest Rate Cuts
Due to the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, CD returns have declined from 2024 highs; however, long-term CDs still offer superior returns compared to short-term options and other savings accounts, prompting a strategic approach for savers in 2025.
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AI Dominates \$100 Billion in Global Investments
At the 2025 Asian Financial Forum in Hong Kong, panelists highlighted AI's dominance in global investments, exceeding \$100 billion, with Saudi Arabia and Indonesia spearheading national AI strategies to boost their respective economies.
AI Dominates \$100 Billion in Global Investments
At the 2025 Asian Financial Forum in Hong Kong, panelists highlighted AI's dominance in global investments, exceeding \$100 billion, with Saudi Arabia and Indonesia spearheading national AI strategies to boost their respective economies.
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China's A-Share Market Surges on Regulatory Support and Positive Outlook
On Tuesday, China's stock markets surged following the CSRC's announcement of increased market monitoring and supportive macroeconomic policies, with the Shanghai Composite Index gaining 2.54 percent and the Shenzhen Component Index jumping 3.77 percent, driven partly by a surge in A-share technolog...
China's A-Share Market Surges on Regulatory Support and Positive Outlook
On Tuesday, China's stock markets surged following the CSRC's announcement of increased market monitoring and supportive macroeconomic policies, with the Shanghai Composite Index gaining 2.54 percent and the Shenzhen Component Index jumping 3.77 percent, driven partly by a surge in A-share technolog...
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Goldman Sachs Predicts 25% Surge in US M&A Activity in 2025
Goldman Sachs predicts a 25% surge in US M&A transactions in 2025, driven by a business-friendly environment under President Trump's second term, highlighting Insmed, Electronic Arts, and Unity Software as potential merger targets with varying probabilities.
Goldman Sachs Predicts 25% Surge in US M&A Activity in 2025
Goldman Sachs predicts a 25% surge in US M&A transactions in 2025, driven by a business-friendly environment under President Trump's second term, highlighting Insmed, Electronic Arts, and Unity Software as potential merger targets with varying probabilities.
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Italian Venture Capital Reaches €1.127 Billion in 2024, But Growth Remains Limited
The 2024 EY Venture Capital Barometer reveals that Italian venture capital reached €1.127 billion, a 7.5% increase from 2023, but this represents only 0.06% of Italy's GDP, highlighting the need for structural improvements to foster growth in the sector.
Italian Venture Capital Reaches €1.127 Billion in 2024, But Growth Remains Limited
The 2024 EY Venture Capital Barometer reveals that Italian venture capital reached €1.127 billion, a 7.5% increase from 2023, but this represents only 0.06% of Italy's GDP, highlighting the need for structural improvements to foster growth in the sector.
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Gold Investment Liquidity: ETFs, Futures, and Physical Gold Compared
Gold's price surge in 2024 fueled investor interest; gold ETFs, futures contracts, physical gold, mining stocks, and digital platforms offer varying degrees of liquidity, each with advantages and disadvantages.
Gold Investment Liquidity: ETFs, Futures, and Physical Gold Compared
Gold's price surge in 2024 fueled investor interest; gold ETFs, futures contracts, physical gold, mining stocks, and digital platforms offer varying degrees of liquidity, each with advantages and disadvantages.
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WHAM Report: Untapped $30 Billion Market Opportunity in Women's Health
The WHAM Report reveals a $30 billion market opportunity in women's health by 2030, driven by conditions disproportionately affecting women and highlighting the significant financial returns and societal benefits of increased investment, advocating for a collaborative approach to drive innovation an...
WHAM Report: Untapped $30 Billion Market Opportunity in Women's Health
The WHAM Report reveals a $30 billion market opportunity in women's health by 2030, driven by conditions disproportionately affecting women and highlighting the significant financial returns and societal benefits of increased investment, advocating for a collaborative approach to drive innovation an...
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Strong Q4 Earnings Expected for Citigroup and US Bancorp
Wall Street analysts predict strong Q4 earnings for Citigroup and US Bancorp, with Citigroup's stock projected to double in three years due to internal restructuring and US Bancorp expected to rebound from recent underperformance, driven by rising net interest income and improved operating leverage.
Strong Q4 Earnings Expected for Citigroup and US Bancorp
Wall Street analysts predict strong Q4 earnings for Citigroup and US Bancorp, with Citigroup's stock projected to double in three years due to internal restructuring and US Bancorp expected to rebound from recent underperformance, driven by rising net interest income and improved operating leverage.
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