Indonesia: Deficit raises external risk questions – Societe Generale
Societe Generale’s Kunal Kundu analyzes Indonesia’s May 2026 trade data, highlighting the first deficit since the pandemic and…
How to Use the Summer Months to Build a Stronger Retirement Income Strategy
The stock market’s trading activity usually slows down during the summer. Many investors “sell in May and go…
Ford Ranger, Everest discounts extended with up to $6000 off
Deals on the Ford Ranger ute and Ford Everest SUV have been extended into the new financial year,…
US ISM Services PMI eases to 54 in June
Economic activity in the US service sector lost some momentum in June, with the ISM Services PMI easing…
$6B Commonwealth Team Starts Hybrid RIA
A $6 billion Commonwealth/LPL Financial team has split off to become a hybrid registered investment advisor, while keeping…
Planning meeting over solar and battery project cancelled after none of 133 objectors bothers to show up
The final planning arbiter in New South Wales has been forced to cancel a proposed public meeting over…
South Africa’s richest city wins Moody’s confidence despite growing debt burden
The ratings agency affirmed Johannesburg’s long-term issuer rating at Ba3 while revising its outlook to positive, ending…
Trump eyes Australia superannuation model for US retirement savings
President Donald Trump said his administration is working on a retirement savings plan modeled after Australia’s system, promising…
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Central bank trims borrowing costs to 2022 low, sees room for further rate cuts
The Bank of Israel on Monday decided to lower interest rates, following the US deal with Iran, eased…
Empower Completes Convergence with Milliman Division Additions
It’s always interesting to watch Empower’s acquisitions and strategies that do not follow the norm. Contrary to CEO…
Mitch McConnell policy timing stays linked to US market planning across hiring and budget windows
Mitch McConnell policy timing is again showing up in business planning circles because operational teams are sensitive to…