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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Boosting Bank Productivity: How Intellectual Capital Plays a Role

In today's economy, firms' success isn't just about owning buildings or having lots of money. It's also about having smart ideas and skills that others can't copy. Banks, being smart businesses, are looking into something called 'intellectual capital' to improve their productivity. This study checke

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Singapore Airlines Unveils Upgraded A350 and 777-9 Suites

Singapore Airlines has just revealed the designs for the first class and business class suites on their upcoming Boeing 777-9 and Airbus A350ULR aircraft. These new suites promise to set new standards for luxury and comfort in flight. Interestingly, the airline won't wait for the 777-9 to debut thes

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Trump's Media Group: A Rocky Election Day and Mixed Earnings

On Election Day 2024, Donald Trump's Trump Media & Technology Group, the owner of Truth Social, had a rollercoaster ride. The company's stock, DJT, was halted three times after unexpected drops. The day ended with the release of the company's third-quarter earnings, showing a decrease in revenue and

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Celestica: Set for major gains driven by AI and data centers, says Barclays

Barclays thinks Celestica, a company that makes custom chips for huge data centers, is in for a big boost. The investment bank started covering the stock with a positive rating and predicts a 26% jump in price. Analyst George Wang thinks Celestica's products for data centers will be a hit, especiall

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

China Southern's Nonstop US Trips: What You Need to Know

Did you know China Southern Airlines is one of the biggest in China? They fly to nearly 200 places in 35 countries with over 650 planes. Let's chat about their nonstop flights to the US in November. First, there's Guangzhou (CAN) to New York (JFK). That's a whopping 8, 000 miles one way. In Novembe

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

China's Central Bank: Bold on Boosting Economy

At a recent meeting, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) announced they would continue their supportive monetary policy. The bank's governor, Pan Gongsheng, mentioned they would ramp up their efforts to tackle short-term economic hiccups with counter-cyclical policies. This is not the first time Pan h

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Amazon's Office Mandate: A Cultural Shift or Cost-Cutting Measure?

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy has clarified that the company's recent mandate for corporate workers to be in the office five days a week isn't a sneaky way to reduce headcount or please city officials. This new policy, announced in September and effective January 2, has sparked debate among employees. Some

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Insuring Your Tesla: Top Budget-Friendly Providers and Tips to Know

Driving a Tesla is exciting, but the insurance costs can be a surprise. Luxury cars like Teslas come with higher insurance premiums due to their high repair costs. On average, insuring a Tesla can cost 59% more than the national norm. However, there are ways to find affordable insurance tailored to

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Netflix Offices Raided by France and Netherlands over Tax Concerns

Imagine this: authorities in France and the Netherlands stormed Netflix's offices in Paris and Amsterdam. Why? They were on a mission to investigate possible tax fraud. This isn't just any probe; it's been going on since 2022, with the two countries working together. Netflix, the streaming giant, ha

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Nov 06 2024BUSINESS

Streaming Battle: Fubo Claims Sports Venture Gives Giants an Unfair Edge

Are some big companies in the streaming world playing fair? That's the question at the heart of a legal battle between Fubo, a smaller streaming service, and media giants Disney, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery. At the center of the debate is Venu Sports, a new streaming service backed by these gian

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