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Is it time to take another look at buy-to-let? The Times Source link

WSFx Global Pay Limited announced the launch of GlobalPay Connect, a Forex Card Distribution Platform, a strategic partner initiative that enables RBI-authorized forex businesses to become Authorized GlobalPay Forex Card Distributors. Through the platform, partners can offer secure, multi-currency forex card solutions to their customers while unlocking new business and revenue opportunities. GlobalPay Connect is open to Authorized Dealer Category-II (AD II) Forex Dealers, Full-Fledged Money Changers (FFMCs), and Banks, enabling them to offer GlobalPay’s secure multi-currency forex cards as part of their product portfolio.Supporting 30 currencies, accepted in 180+ countries, and equipped with Tap & Pay functionality and seamless…

TradingKey – In early Asian trading on July 23, Japanese and South Korean stock markets extended the rebound from the previous trading day, with major stock indices both opening higher. The KOSPI rose 3.41%, and the Nikkei 225 rose over 0.5%.The Korea Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) rose 3.41% in early trading, crossing the 7,000-point mark to temporarily stand at 7,029.46 points.Source: TradingViewThe semiconductor sector continued to lead the gains, with SK Hynix rising 5% and Samsung Electronics gaining 3.65%, its share price climbing back to around 270,000 won (approximately $194.8), as heavyweight tech stocks delivered strong performances.Japanese equities also…

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Lenders repricing in response to escalating Iran conflictThe ongoing Middle East conflict, escalating uncertainty and a subsequent spike in oil prices, have caused lenders to reprice this week, with mortgage rates increasing for Halifax, HSBC and Barclays, and more likely to follow.Barclays has increased rates by up to 0.20% across its residential and remortgage ranges, with its Existing Mortgage Customer (EMC) Reward two-year fixed, £1,999 fee, 70% Loan to Value (LTV) rate rising from 4.76% to 4.96%.Halifax has introduced homemover and first-time buyer rate increases of up to 0.20% on all two, three and five-year fixed rates. Meanwhile, HSBC is also…

Mumbai, Godrej Capital on Wednesday announced its entry into the gold loan segment with the acquisition of Andhra Pradesh-based Kanakadurga Finance’s gold loan business for Rs 117 crore.The maiden acquisition by the non-bank lending arm of the Godrej Group is aimed at strengthening its presence in the consumer finance segment, according to an official statement.The company said the acquisition, executed through its subsidiary Godrej Finance, aligns with its ambition to build a Rs 1 lakh crore assets under management (AUM) franchise and serve more than one million customers by 2031.Kanakadurga Finance’s gold loan business has Rs 280 crore AUM with…

A major new trend is taking shape in Australian retirement living with Keyton’s newly completed Poinciana House at Bernborough Ascot in Brisbane emerging as an example of how the sector is evolving to meet the expectations of modern retirees. Located beside Doomben racecourse in Ascot, just 8km from the Brisbane CBD, Poinciana House is part of Bernborough Ascot, Australia’s first vertical retirement community built within a racecourse precinct. The project is helping redefine what retirement living can look like in premium inner-city locations, combining independent apartment living with high-end lifestyle, wellness and world-class community amenities. Keyton chief executive Nathan Cockerill…

A new analysis suggests many of those landlords keeping faith with Buy To Let may refinance existing portfolios to fund future investment.Data from the lender Together acknowledges that many landlords have quit the sector in recent years, driven out by rising costs, growing red tape and now the Renters Rights Act.But it says that of those staying the course, its research suggests 76% are likely to refinance their existing property portfolios over the next 12 months to fund further investment.The same study shows some 36% of UK landlords “very likely” to refinance their portfolio over the next year, while a…

For many citizens and businesses, interacting with government revenue systems often begins and ends with a payment: whether for taxes, licenses, or regulatory fees. Yet, behind that single transaction lies a complex ecosystem designed to ensure that funds are accurately collected, securely processed, and properly accounted for within government systems. One of the foundational elements of this ecosystem is the Treasury Single Account (TSA), a policy framework that consolidates government revenues into a unified structure. The TSA was introduced to reduce fragmentation in public finance management, limit revenue leakages, and provide a clearer view of government inflows. However,…

REFORMS OVERVIEW         STARTING A BUSINESS (more info) At the fifteenth position, worldwide, and first in Africa, under the Starting a Business index of the 2020 Doing Business ranking, Togo sustains its reformative dynamics with more reforms….   ENFORCING CONTRACTS (more info) Compared to some years ago when it was one of the lowest rankers under the Doing Business’ Enforcing Contracts indicator, Togo, leveraging many efforts to improve its business climate, was able to jump significantly on the index in the recent years… . CONTRACT EXECUTION (more info) Creation of special chambers of commerce for small debts…