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A significant number of bank branches, including 254 from Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland, are set to close in 2025 and 2026, prompting concerns over access to banking services. To mitigate this, alternatives such as Post Office branches, mobile banking services, and new super ATMs are being introduced, alongside the establishment of banking hubs that offer routine transactions and consultations with bank staff.
Tesla charging stations in Massachusetts were set ablaze amid growing backlash against Elon Musk, linked to his political ties and actions. Seven stations were damaged in what police deemed an intentional fire, coinciding with a significant drop in Tesla's sales in Europe and a 37% decline in stock value since Trump's inauguration. Demonstrations have escalated, with vandalism reported and political tensions rising as Musk's activism increasingly impacts consumer sentiment.
London's FTSE 100 rose 0.2% to 8,782.89, with HSBC gaining ahead of its annual results. In contrast, BT Group fell sharply after Citi downgraded its rating to 'sell,' citing concerns over Openreach's revenue decline and the sustainability of BT Consumer's pricing. InterContinental Hotels also saw a decline despite reporting increased profits and a share buyback announcement.
PepsiCo, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of non-alcoholic beverages and snacks, with 60.8% of its revenue generated in North America. The company’s product distribution includes beverages like Aquafina and Gatorade, and snacks such as Lay's and Doritos, across various regions including Europe, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Geographically, the revenue breakdown shows significant contributions from the USA (57%), Mexico (7.7%), and Canada (4.1%), among others.
Peter Schiff has urged President Biden to sell all federally held Bitcoin to reduce the 2024 budget deficit and eliminate plans for a "Strategic Bitcoin Reserve." Schiff argues that this move would prevent future administrations, like Trump’s, from establishing a national BTC stockpile. Meanwhile, countries such as Russia and Brazil are exploring their own Bitcoin reserves, highlighting the growing recognition of cryptocurrency as a hedge against inflation and geopolitical risks.
Donald Trump plans to impose 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, and an additional 10% on Chinese imports, starting on his first day in office. He cites immigration and drug trafficking as justifications, warning that these tariffs will remain until the issues are addressed. Experts predict that this protectionist approach may lead to higher prices for consumers and potential retaliatory tariffs from affected countries.
The Employees" Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) reported a 9.33% increase in net member additions, totaling 18.81 lakh in September 2024, compared to the same month last year. New enrollments reached approximately 9.47 lakh, marking a 6.22% rise from September 2023. This growth is attributed to enhanced employment opportunities and increased awareness of employee benefits.
TJX Companies reported a strong start to the holiday shopping season, with fiscal third-quarter earnings per share of $1.14, surpassing expectations. However, its holiday quarter guidance of $1.12 to $1.14 fell short of Wall Street"s $1.18 forecast, leading to a decline in shares. Comparable sales growth is expected to be between 2% and 3%, while the company anticipates full-year earnings between $4.15 and $4.17, slightly below analyst expectations.
UBS joint ventures have invested approximately CHF 1 billion in two Chinese companies under US sanctions, including Aviation Industry Corporation of China Xi"an and Hikvision. The bank holds 49% and 20% stakes in these firms, which are linked to the Chinese government and have been on the sanctions list since 2021. UBS asserts that these transactions comply with legal regulations.
UBS is reportedly linked to Chinese military companies under U.S. sanctions, investing around $1 billion in fighter jet manufacturer Avic Xi"an and surveillance supplier Hikvision through joint ventures. Despite selling shares after the sanctions were imposed, UBS"s joint ventures have made significant purchases, raising concerns about potential U.S. retaliation. The bank maintains that its investments comply with U.S. laws, asserting that trading of these securities is permissible outside the U.S. as long as U.S. persons are not involved.
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