India has hit a new monthly record for Russian crude oil imports in July, strengthening its position as Moscow’s key energy partner despite ongoing Western sanctions and disruptions in global oil markets. India’s imports of Russian crude oil hit a…
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote reveals plans to pursue deals and acquisitions as his $40 billion refinery reaches new milestones, marking a significant shift in strategy towards expansion beyond organic growth. Aliko Dangote has spent decades building his industrial empire through…
Experts warn that volatile markets often bring a surge in Ponzi schemes, highlighting the importance of recognising warning signs and conducting thorough research to protect investments from fraudulent operations. When markets turn volatile, allegations of investment fraud tend to follow.…
Smart loan management requires a clear understanding of income, expenses, and regular repayment schedules. Financial experts emphasise the importance of building a balanced budget that incorporates buffers for irregular costs and maintains consistency to ensure repayment stability without compromising overall…
Santander has introduced targeted cuts across its mortgage ranges, with the largest reductions concentrated in higher loan-to-value products, signalling a strategic approach amid market shifts. Santander has trimmed mortgage pricing across its residential, new-build and buy-to-let ranges, with the sharpest…
Citizens in Greece are prompted to verify and update personal details across banks, insurers, and employers following the rollout of new police identity cards, amid stricter rules on old IDs and digital identification protocols. Greece’s move to new police identity…
A new emphasis on organisational and communication strategies in generational wealth planning aims to preserve family assets and knowledge across decades, moving beyond traditional estate documents to include trust structures, family governance, and ongoing education. Generational wealth planning is less…
India’s increased import duties on gold, silver, and platinum have generated over ₹10,463 crore, amid efforts to curb smuggling and protect foreign exchange reserves, marking a significant shift in the country’s import policy. India’s higher import duties on precious metals…
Many Indian salaried workers find their EPF balances lower than expected, often due to nuances in employer contributions, withdrawal effects, and account activity, rather than missing funds. For salaried workers in India, the Employees’ Provident Fund is often treated as…
The Reserve Bank of India has held its repo rate steady for the fourth consecutive period, signalling a cautious approach amid rising inflation pressures and a cautious global monetary stance, while maintaining growth forecasts amid external uncertainties. The Reserve Bank…
