Finance And Investment

keybank CLEVELAND – In an era where financial wellness is more important than ever, KeyBank’s EasyUp® program stands out as a powerful, user-friendly tool designed to help individuals build savings effortlessly. By automatically transferring a small, user-selected amount from checking to savings with every debit card purchase, KeyBank’s EasyUp® empowers clients to make meaningful progress toward their financial goals without … Read more

Citibank  SINGAPORE – In a significant move to bolster its leadership and market position in a critical region, global financial giant Citibank has announced the high-profile appointment of Kaustubh Kulkarni as Co-Head of Investment Banking for Japan, North Asia, Australia, and South Asia. This strategic hire, poaching a seasoned veteran from rival JPMorgan, signals Citi’s intensified focus on … Read more

Social Security WASHINGTON – As the Social Security program marks a significant milestone—its 90th anniversary—millions of American beneficiaries are preparing for their September disbursements. However, this moment of celebration is tempered by long-term concerns, as the program faces projections of insolvency in less than a decade. For recipients relying on these crucial funds, understanding the precise Social … Read more

Global Markets – Rising yields, Fed jitters, and geopolitical tensions drive a risk-off mood across major financial markets. (Source: Dow Jones & Company, Inc. ) MARKETS SNAPSHOT: Stocks: Lower amid global bond rout Bonds: Yields surge on fiscal concerns Gold: Hits record high on safe-haven demand Oil: OPEC+ meeting in focus amid glut worries U.S. Stocks Drop as Treasury … Read more

Bond Yield –  U.S. 30-year yield nears 5%, European debts hit multi-decade highs amid mounting deficit concerns. (Definition : Bond yield is the annual interest that the holder of the bond will receive over its term to maturity. ) A sweeping selloff in government bonds gripped financial markets on Tuesday, driving U.S. 30-year Treasury yields to … Read more

EU Delays Google Antitrust Fine Amid U.S.-EU Auto Tariff Negotiations – Antitrust enforcement appears linked to broader transatlantic trade discussions, raising concerns over regulatory independence. BRUSSELS, [Date] – European Union antitrust regulators have postponed a decision to fine Alphabet Inc.’s Google over its advertising technology practices, a move sources say is strategically timed to await … Read more

Natural Gas- Near-record production and a well-supplied market outweigh potential storm risks, pushing futures lower. U.S. natural gas futures fell nearly 3% on Tuesday, retreating from a recent two-month high as robust domestic output and comfortable storage levels overshadowed a decline in LNG exports and forecasts for milder weather. Price Movement Front-month natural gas futures … Read more

Dormakaba Beats Profit Forecasts Amid Market Challenges Cost-cutting measures help Swiss security group navigate soft demand and tariff uncertainty. Swiss security systems group Dormakaba (SIX: DOKA) reported full-year earnings that surpassed analyst expectations on Tuesday, demonstrating resilience despite facing headwinds from weaker residential and automotive demand and ongoing uncertainty surrounding U.S. import tariffs. Financial Performance … Read more