FINANCE & BANKING

New data reveals the net worth needed to join the top 1% in the US has risen to nearly $6 million. Discover how this compares to Monaco and Switzerland in the global wealth rankings.

Freedom Holding is cautiously assessing entry into Turkey's financial market, favoring licensed, digital-first expansion over acquisitions as part of its broader regional growth strategy.

UBS announced changes on their executive board as Mike Dargan steps down from his post as the bank's Group Chief Operations and Technology officer.

The Network for Greening the Financial System, which provides environmental guidance for banks, revealed that some of their analysis is based on an inaccurate paper.

New research shows Eastern European Christmas markets offer two-night breaks from £509, while Paris and Vienna cost over £900, making Poland and the Baltics the smart choice for festive travellers.

Forbes 2025 reveals the UK's richest from hedge funds to manufacturing, showing Britain's billionaires thrive far beyond tech empires.

While Walmart stays closed, key chains like Dunkin', Food Lion, ShopRite, and McDonald's will open with varied and reduced hours on Thanksgiving 2025 to serve last-minute shoppers.

A recent cyberattack on New York-based real estate services firm SitusAMC may have compromised sensitive client and internal data of major banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and Morgan Stanley, raising concerns over both personal and non-public banking information.

Netflix launches an extensive merchandise campaign for 'Stranger Things', partnering with Nike, Target, and major retailers, aiming to boost holiday sales ahead of the final season.

The £7 billion East West Rail link between Oxford and Cambridge threatens Bedford's communities, with rental costs soaring beyond £2,100/month and dozens of homes at risk of demolition.

FIFA charges an unprecedented 30% combined fee on World Cup resale tickets, with base prices soaring 445%, turning the governing body into one of sports' biggest ticket brokers.

The standard deposit protection limit covered Financial Services Compensation Scheme will increase in December for the first time since it was set eight years ago.

Discover Rishi Oberoi's proven playbook for CFOs to achieve a four-day financial close—balancing speed, integrity, and governance through smart design and disciplined execution.

Dharmendra's £60 Million empire stands as a testament to his six-decade Bollywood career

HMRC's new PAYE system for child benefit repayments risks overpayment for fluctuating earners. Commission workers and bonus earners may face double deductions during 2025/26.

After a volatile quarter, TP Group (formerly Teleperformance) posts steady revenue growth and strengthens its AI-driven "Future Forward" strategy, signaling resilience and long-term value creation.

Bank of America users across the U.S. panicked Friday night as a glitch caused balances to appear as $0. The bank said funds were safe and blamed a temporary display error.

New Gulf base to deepen Africa-focused investment strategy.

JP Morgan accepts Bitcoin and Ethereum as collateral but won't hold the tokens, revealing its cautious and limited embrace of crypto assets.

Experts predict Bitcoin's price could surge to $1 million by 2030 as inflation, halving events, and political turmoil fuel long-term growth.

Gold surged past $4,300/oz in a record rally, stoking fears about the US economy and sending global markets scrambling for safe-havens amid mounting credit and Fed uncertainty.

Nationwide could soon extend its Fairer Share scheme, offering another £100 payout to loyal members as part of ongoing rewards.

Discover the top 9 robo‑advisors of 2025 that make building a £100K ($133K) portfolio simple. Compare fees, returns and features from Vanguard, Betterment, SoFi, and more.

Metro Bank's recent system glitch sparked widespread frustration as customers reported being locked out of their accounts, facing unauthorised overdrafts, and losing funds.

Fifth Third Bancorp has struck a $10.9 billion all‑stock deal to acquire Comerica, creating the ninth‑largest U.S. bank. What this merger means for regional banking.

Japanese stocks jumped after Sanae Takaichi's election as LDP leader, sending the Nikkei to fresh highs and weakening the yen. Investors are betting on expanded fiscal stimulus and looser monetary policy under her era.

Bitcoin (BTC) smashes its all-time high above $125K. With a new accumulation phase underway, analysts are eyeing a potential rally to $150,000. Find out what's driving the surge.

Worried about the Social Security COLA 2026 delay due to the US government shutdown? Find out why the announcement may be late and learn if your monthly benefit payments will be affected.

Learn five practical ways to protect your wallet during a government shutdown. Discover essential products and tools, including savings accounts, budgeting apps, prepaid cards, and subscription services to safeguard your finances.