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“I’m proud to say Equitable is answering the call to serve in ways that are making a difference to [Canadians], to liquidity in the economy, and to our shareholders,” Equitable President and CEO Andrew Moor said in the company’s recent revenue announcement. “These very positive results illustrate that Canadians are rethinking their banking habits and choosing Canada’s Challenger Bank for a better experience.” Liquid assets stood at $2.8 billion, or 9.1% of total assets as of Sept. 30. This was double the $1.4 billion (5.2% of assets) seen during the same time last year. Deposits amounted to $16.4 billion, up…

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Open Audio Article Player   City of Virginia employees Tom Ford, pictured in the loonar shadow at the stern of the boat, and Nate Schuchard prepare to tow the iconic fiberglass loon to its summer home on Silver Lake in Virginia on Monday, June 22. They enjoy the annual outing, though working their way through the thick growth of plants at the boat launch was a little tricky. The pilot’s skill and the 9.9 horsepower Johnson motor did eventually prevail, and the world’s largest floating loon is back on the lake for its 44th summer. Photo by Janna Goerdt. Source…

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June’s wave of share buybacks by SMIDs reflects boards’ thinking that valuations have overcorrected: UOBKH[SINGAPORE] Interest in Singapore’s small and mid-cap (SMID) stocks is showing signs of revival, but as the market returns to this space ahead of the earnings season, some analysts are suggesting that investors look beyond the heavily chased technology sector.Turnover growth in the SMID segment – generally listcos with between S$100 million and S$10 billion in market capitalisation – outpaced market returns in the first half of 2026, said an update by the Singapore Exchange (SGX) on Wednesday (Jul 1).The 240 SMID stocks generated S$696 million…

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Construction has started on The Abbotsford development at Bowen Hills in Brisbane with two towers positioned around a restored heritage home. Cintra Property director Peter Tan said it was where Brisbane’s best lifestyle met timeless design, embracing the past and shaping the future. “In a time when growth and progress often come at the expense of character, The Abbotsford offers a different vision for the future,” he said. The Abbotsford, Bowen Hills, will include a pool. “At its heart is the carefully restored 152-year-old Abbotsford House, a significant piece of Brisbane’s architectural heritage thoughtfully integrated into the development as an…

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As Indian travellers become increasingly digital-first in their spending behaviour, the way they pay overseas is evolving rapidly. While rewards programmes have become commonplace in India’s payments ecosystem, benefits linked to international prepaid forex card spends remain limited. Addressing this gap, Thomas Cook (India) Limited has introduced an industry-first cross-border rewards programme for customers using its forex cards, rewarding international spends on leading global brands. Under the programme, Thomas Cook’s Forex Cards customers will now enjoy 10% rewards-back on POS, contactless and e-commerce spends across leading brands including Grab, 7-Eleven, Starbucks, McDonald’s, KFC, Careem and Burger King. Applicable on a…

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Designated Finance Minister Miguel Gomez will begin a working agenda in Washington with representatives of international banks and multilateral financial institutions. Credit: X: @CESA_edu More than a month before his inauguration, and just as the transition process with the government of President Gustavo Petro has begun, President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella has already assigned a mission to his designated Finance Minister, Miguel Gomez. The future head of the economic portfolio will travel to the United States to seek the refinancing of Colombia’s public debt. De la Espriella believes that the country’s net public debt is at historically high levels, and…

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The reductions apply to selected 2-year and 5-year fixed-rate products. Lendco has reduced rates across selected buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage products by up to 20 basis points, while introducing split pricing across different asset types to strengthen its proposition for brokers and professional landlords. The reductions apply to selected 2-year and 5-year fixed-rate products and are available immediately through the lender’s intermediary channel. Lendco said the changes are designed to provide landlords with more competitive funding options while giving brokers greater flexibility when placing cases. The lender’s buy-to-let proposition supports portfolio landlords, limited company borrowers and clients with more complex lending…

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Franklin Resources, Inc. [NYSE:BEN] is a global investment management organization with subsidiaries operating as Franklin Templeton and serving clients in over 150 countries. Franklin Templeton’s mission is to help clients achieve better outcomes through investment management expertise, wealth management and technology solutions. Through its specialist investment managers, the company offers specialization on a global scale, bringing extensive capabilities in fixed income, equity, alternatives and multi-asset solutions. With more than 1,300 investment professionals, and offices in major financial markets around the world, the California-based company has over 75 years of investment experience and over $1.4 trillion in assets under management as…

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Applying for medical school can sometimes be a more financially consequential decision than even taking out a mortgage. Per the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), the 2026 median four-year cost of attendance at a public school is $297,745—and an increased $408,150 at a private school. Knowing the best way to finance this noble career path is critical. Fortune has compiled a short list of our selections for the best private student loans for med school to help you understand your options. Best private student loans for medical school of July 2026 Best forInstitutionMax loan amountMin APRMax APRMax loan termLearn…

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