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– Advertisement – The Director-General of the Kano Social Protection Agency (KASPA), Dr Fatima Abubakar, has unveiled an eight-point strategic plan aimed at strengthening and expanding Social Protection (SP) programmes in the state. Presenting the points at a two-day first quarter joint SP Technical Working Group (TWG) meeting in Kaduna, organised by UNICEF Kano Field Office for participants from Kano, katsina and Jigawa states, Abubakar said the plan aimed to improve the welfare of vulnerable citizens. Abubakar explained that the initiative forms part of a joint action plan agreed upon by stakeholders to drive priority social protection reforms within the…

Lenders offering gold loans are bracing for margin pressure as tighter underwriting and documentation norms under Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) revised gold loan framework are expected to raise compliance costs. According to industry experts, some lenders could also see a sharp slowdown in growth due to operational adjustments and stricter renewal rules. Industry players have already begun recalibrating their underwriting, documentation and monitoring practices in line with the revised framework, which took effect from April 1. IIFL Finance, for instance, said it had started aligning its processes ahead of the rollout. “Our focus has been on strengthening credit assessment…

When Jeff Bezos said that one breakthrough technology would shape Amazon’s destiny, even Wall Street’s biggest analysts were caught off guard. Fast forward a year and Amazon’s new CEO Andy Jassy described generative AI as a “once-in-a-lifetime” technology that is already being used across Amazon to reinvent customer experiences. At the 8th Future Investment Initiative conference, Elon Musk predicted that by 2040 there would be at least 10 billion humanoid robots, with each priced between $20,000 and $25,000. Do the math. According to Musk, this technology could be worth $250 trillion by 2040. Put another way, that’s roughly equal to:…

MISSOULA, Mont. — Welcome to Spot the Scam with our sponsor, Clearwater Credit Union. SVP of Payment Operations Brit DeVries and Detective Ethan Smith with the Missoula Police Department joined NBC Montana Today anchor Jason Hurst to talk about the increase in crypto and Bitcoin scams. They are warning the public about a rise in cryptocurrency scams, particularly involving Bitcoin ATMs. Smith said scammers often pose as law enforcement, using urgent phone calls and real officer names to pressure victims into depositing money at local Bitcoin kiosks. DeVries said financial institutions are working to educate customers, emphasizing that police will…

Investing.com – Markets have been anything but stable to start April. Amid geopolitical tensions, rate uncertainty, and energy prices, no one knows exactly what to do or where to go. But while the majority of the world is wandering around aimlessly, our InvestingPro members have made major gains in April and throughout the year. InvestingPro uses proprietary technology and institutional-grade data to identify high-potential stocks early, helping investors act before the broader market catches on.Here are three names that are already moving this month for InvestingPro members → +13.78% in April alone → +8.87% in April alone → +14.71% in…

Real estate advisory firm Karis Capital has expanded its mortgage offering with the acquisition of Lemon Tree Financial’s client book. This will see Karis Capital take on Lemon Tree Financial’s portfolio of property investors, portfolio landlords and homeowners with more complex borrowing needs, as its founders, Mitul and Geeta Patel, retire after more than 30 years in the market.  In the year to 31 March 2026, this included £94.7m in loans across 368 mortgage applications for around 250 clients, split 55% buy-to-let (BTL) and 45% residential.  Karis Capital said this was another step in its growth, broadening its mortgage advisory capability and reach among clients. This…

The war in Iran is affecting the cost of living around the world. In the UK, it is leading to higher energy prices, weaker economic growth and a more expensive future. It may seem odd that fighting in the Middle East could have such a profound affect on household finances in the East Midlands (and everywhere else in the UK). But since the conflict began on February 28 2026, banks and building societies have withdrawn over 1,500 mortgage products from the UK market. For many borrowers, especially first-time buyers and those coming off fixed-rate deals, the prospect of cheaper borrowing…

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IntroductionGold has always been a dependable financial asset for Indian households, especially in Tier 2 to Tier 4 cities and towns where it often serves as a safety net during emergencies. Over the years, the Gold Loan has become one of the most practical and accessible credit options for beginners and first-time borrowers. It allows individuals to unlock the value of their gold without selling it, offering flexibility and financial support when needed most.However, one question many borrowers ask in 2026 is: What actually decides the Gold Loan Interest rate? Interest rates are not random, they are influenced by multiple…

Hilary Maxson’s recent appointment as the chief financial officer of Oracle Corporation is another milestone in her career that spans different continents and sectors with complex financial dynamics. Unlike many professionals who pursue careers along the same trajectory, Hilary’s career has taken various turns, involving banking, energy, infrastructure, and international leadership of big corporations. Through her career, she has gradually assumed more strategic positions, most of which have been associated with big projects or companies that require intensive financial investments.Her career path matches well with Oracle Corporation’s present course, especially its investments in building new data centers as well as…