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As geopolitical tensions and energy market volatility continue to influence global markets, Asian economies are navigating these challenges with a mix of resilience and caution. Amidst this backdrop, growth companies in Asia with significant insider ownership present intriguing opportunities, as insider confidence can be an indicator of potential long-term value. Name Insider Ownership Earnings Growth Streamax Technology (SZSE:002970) 32.3% 30.3% Seojin SystemLtd (KOSDAQ:A178320) 25.6% 105.9% Seers Technology (KOSDAQ:A458870) 33.2% 79.1% Phison Electronics (TPEX:8299) 10.3% 35.5% Modetour Network (KOSDAQ:A080160) 12.3% 61.6% Meitu (SEHK:1357) 22.7% 31.1% Jiangxi Fushine Pharmaceutical (SZSE:300497) 22.6% 88.7% Guangzhou Tinci Materials Technology (SZSE:002709) 38.4% 42.5% Fulin Precision (SZSE:300432)…

A new generation of investors has started saving for retirement — and they’re leading IRA contributions over older generations. According to Fidelity data, so far this year, Gen Z has accounted for 34% of total contributions to IRA accounts. That’s more than any other generation so far; millennials had the second-highest participation at 20%. While Gen Z is leading the trend, IRA contributions are also up overall, according to Fidelity. In 2025, fourth quarter IRA contributions increased by 25% over the year before. And contributions to both traditional and Roth IRAs are up 30% since the start of the year compared…

When you think about investing, you probably want your money to grow. But maybe you also want it to make a positive difference in the world while you continue pursuing your financial goals. That’s the foundation of sustainable investing — an approach that considers environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors alongside traditional financial analysis. Sustainable investing allows you to support better business practices through your investment choices. It looks at how companies address issues ranging from climate change to worker well-being to corporate ethics. At its core, it’s about aligning investments with personal values while still focusing on long-term financial…

The International Monetary Fund has warned that emerging markets are increasingly reliant on portfolio flows from hedge funds and institutional investors, exposing them to sharp capital outflows during periods of stress. Recent market turbulence following the Iran war has already triggered the largest outflows since the pandemic, highlighting growing vulnerabilities. Portfolio Flows Now Dominate EM Financing According to the IMF’s latest Global Financial Stability Report, emerging markets now receive the majority of their external financing from portfolio investors such as hedge funds, pension funds and insurance companies. The share of foreign debt financing coming from these investors has doubled over…

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Specialist mortgage lender Foundation has launched a series of Limited Edition buy to let products across its F1, HMO and Holiday Let ranges.With swap rates easing slightly in recent days, Foundation has taken the decision to introduce additional options aimed at supporting brokers with competitive solutions across a range of landlord scenarios.Within its F1 range – designed for landlord borrowers with an almost clean credit history – Foundation has launched Limited Edition two- and five-year, fixed-rate products. Offered at rates of 5.59% for the two-year fix, and 5.99% for the five-year fix, both products come with a flat fee of…

Listen to this articleEstimated 4 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results.The Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) has decided to stop changing its clocks after this fall and join the rest of B.C. in the new Pacific time zone.Currently, the RDEK matches its clocks with Alberta, putting it one hour ahead of the rest of British Columbia.But with the majority of the province doing away with biannual time changes, leaders in the RDEK, which includes Cranbrook, Kimberley and other…

Wizzmoni, a leading brand of Wizz Financial, has launched India’s first Automated Gold Loan Machine, a groundbreaking step in revolutionizing traditional gold lending processes. This machine offers a complete digital journey from customer onboarding to gold appraisal and loan disbursement in real time.Equipped with AI technology, Wizzmoni’s innovation aims to enhance transparency and customer experience by integrating digital KYC, instant purity assessment, and valuation, cutting down the gold loan process to just 20 minutes. This could potentially disrupt the traditional hands-on approach of the industry.Wizzmoni’s CEO, CA Krishnan R, envisions expanding this machine’s presence in high footfall locations, aligning…

DENVER, April 09, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Vista Gold Corp. (NYSE American and TSX: VGZ) announced today that Frederick H. Earnest, President and CEO of Vista, will be presenting at the Mining Forum Europe 2026 conference in Zurich, Switzerland. Mr. Earnest’s presentation is scheduled for Monday, April 13, at 2:00 p.m. CEST (6:00 a.m. MDT or 8:00 a.m. EDT). The session will be live-streamed and available for on-demand viewing by accessing the link below. It can also be viewed on the Company’s website at www.vistagold.com. Additionally, Vista’s management team will host a series of meetings with institutional investors and others during the conference…

Government data out Friday will show how much consumer prices rose in March — and forecasts point to soaring inflation. Over the past month, the US-Israel war on Iran has sent gas prices skyrocketing past $4 a gallon and all but ensured that recent reports of cooler price growth will be reversed. Economists surveyed by Bloomberg now see headline inflation in March up 3.4% from a year ago and 0.9% from a month prior — a rapid acceleration from February’s annual increase of 2.4% and monthly bump of 0.3%. If economists’ projections hold, March would post the largest monthly gain since…