The Nigerian government has recently taken action against Binance, a global cryptocurrency exchange, by filing new tax evasion charges at the Federal High Court in Abuja. The charges include alleged non-payment of Value-Added Tax (VAT), company income tax, failure to submit tax returns, and complicity in aiding customers to evade taxes through its platform. This
Recent data suggests that the rate at which home prices are increasing is beginning to slow down. In the United States, home prices only saw a 0.6% increase from the previous month in February. This growth aligns with the average monthly gain of 0.6% that was observed for approximately eight years leading up to the
China is currently at a critical juncture, with the International Monetary Fund emphasizing the need for the country to choose between sticking to old economic policies or embracing reforms to boost growth. The IMF’s Managing Director, Kristalina Georgieva, believes that China has the potential to significantly accelerate its economic growth by implementing a comprehensive package
The Asia-Pacific region experienced a significant decline in private equity deals last year, with the total value falling to its lowest point since 2014. This drop was attributed to various factors such as slowing growth, high interest rates, and volatile public markets. Fundraising also reached a 10-year low, indicating a lack of investor confidence in
The legal battle between former President Donald Trump and the New York Attorney General Letitia James has taken a new turn with Eric Trump, a co-defendant in the case, accusing James of attempting to bankrupt his father with the $454 million civil business fraud judgment. Eric Trump claimed that the attorney general is trying to
As the Biden administration continues to make changes to the student loan forgiveness program, a key deadline has been set for borrowers looking to benefit from these updates. Student loan borrowers with multiple federal loans have until April 30 to request consolidation, which will result in having one larger loan. By taking advantage of this
Enbridge, an energy infrastructure company, is considered an attractive dividend stock by Wall Street’s top experts. The company has a track record of increasing its dividend for 29 years and currently boasts a dividend yield of 7.7%. Analysts are particularly optimistic about Enbridge following recent developments, such as the regulatory approval of the acquisition of
Greencore Group, an Ireland-based manufacturer of convenience foods, has long been a prominent player in the UK and Ireland markets. Supplying a wide range of chilled, frozen, and ambient foods to various retail and food service customers, Greencore has established a strong presence in the industry, serving supermarkets, convenience stores, coffee shops, and other retailers.
Breaking up in old age can be costly, especially for women, as the rate of “gray divorce” has been on the rise. According to a 2022 study, the rate of divorce among individuals aged 50 and older doubled from 1990 to 2019, with a threefold increase for adults over age 65. The study highlighted an
The demand for weight loss drugs in the U.S. is on the rise, despite their high costs and limited insurance coverage. A recent survey by Evercore ISI revealed a concerning trend – the willingness to pay out of pocket for these treatments varies significantly based on income levels. Participants with annual incomes of more than
