Japan's Nikkei 225 index eclipses record high after 34 years – Financial Times
Stay informed with free updates Just sign up for Japanese business and finance myFT Digest — delivered straight to your inbox. Japan’s main stock indexes have surpassed all-time highs for the first time in 34 years, surpassing record levels reached during the asset bubble of the late 1980s. Japan’s largest Nikkei 225 index hit an […]
US tax agency targets executives' personal use of corporate jets – Financial Times
Unlock Editor’s Digest for free FT editor Roula Khalaf has chosen her favorite stories in this weekly newsletter. As spending on airline perks for chief executives reaches record levels, US tax authorities have launched a campaign to audit executives’ personal use of corporate jets. Internal Revenue Service said on wednesday It said it was preparing […]
Student loan borrowers facing financial hardship may qualify for Bidenâs new round of debt relief
Borrowers with large medical debts, childcare costs, and other financial burdens are eligible for relief. (iStock) Recent Biden-Harris Administration Announcing another proposal We help borrowers deal with high-cost student loans. This round of student debt relief is intended to help students facing severe financial hardship. The proposal would provide automatic relief to borrowers deemed likely […]
James Biden says his brother ‘has never had any involvement’ or any ‘financial interest’ in business ventures
First appearance on Fox: James Biden testified Wednesday that his brother President Biden had “no involvement whatsoever and no direct or indirect financial interest” in his business, Fox News Digital revealed. The president’s younger brother arrived at the Capitol on Wednesday morning for a closed-door deposition before the House Oversight and Judiciary Committees. FOX News […]
Pelosi suggests Putin has financial influence over Trump
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) suggested Monday that Russian President Vladimir Putin has some financial influence over former President Trump. In an interview with MSNBC’s “Inside with Jen Psaki,” Pelosi said Putin is “the richest person in the world” and has “strong competition” to be named the world’s most evil person. He said he […]
Capital One to buy Discover Financial in $35.3 bln all-stock deal
NEW YORK/WASHINGTON — Capital One, the U.S. consumer finance company backed by Warren Buffett, said Monday it will acquire credit card issuer Discover Financial Services in an all-stock deal worth $35.3 billion. The partnership, which combines two of the largest U.S. credit card companies, is aimed at creating “a payments network that can compete with […]
Trump’s financial woes deepen | The Hill
For a former president to file for bankruptcy, he must prove that the damages exceed his total net worth. President Trump reiterated Monday that his financial statements are “understated and not overstated.” But if the Trump Organization files for bankruptcy, Trump still responsible You will pay according to the judge’s decision. President Trump was ordered […]
Report: Capital One To Acquire Discover Financial Services
The logo of consumer finance company Capital One Financial Corp. is seen at its corporate headquarters in McLean, Virginia, on January 20, 2023. The company reportedly cut up to 1,100 technical jobs this week as its digital structure matures. (Photo by Wynn McNamee/Getty Images) OAN’s James Myers2:05 PM – Monday, February 19, 2024 Credit card […]
Argentina Announces Financial Surplus in January – the First in 12 Years
Economy Minister Luis “Toto” Caputo announced over the weekend that Argentina had recorded a budget surplus of about $620 million in January, the South American country’s first strong financial result in 12 years. Ta. of surplus, according to For the Argentine government, it results in a primary budget surplus and interest payments on public debt. […]
Capital One considers acquisition of Discover Financial, source says
Capital One, the online consumer bank and credit card issuer backed by investor Warren Buffett, is considering a possible acquisition of credit card lender Discover Financial Services, people said. . Terms have not been disclosed, but sources said the deal could be announced as early as Tuesday. Discover Financial’s market cap is $27.6 billion, compared […]