GLOBEALERT

Feed

Open sources, classified and cross-checked. 25+ stories.

BUSINESSnowMunicipal Securities Underwriters Pay a Total of $325,000 in FinesThe Securitiesand Exchange Commission announced today that NASD RegulationInc. censured and fined 21 securities firms for violationsof Rule G-36 of the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board.At the same time, the Comptroller of the Currency sanctioneda…SEC
BUSINESSnowSEC CHAIRMAN ARTHUR LEVITT, IOWA OFFICIALS TO HOLD INVESTORS’ TOWN MEETING IN DES MOINESOn Friday, November 21, U.S.Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Arthur Levitt, U.S.Representative Greg Ganske, and Craig Goettsch, Iowa’sSuperintendent of Securities, will hold an Investors’ TownMeeting at the Embassy Suites Hotel in…SEC
BUSINESS17m agoWhy did Hong Kong’s 11 Skies fail and can the megaproject be rescued?The roar of plane engines and the hustle and bustle at Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 2 present a stark contrast to the pin-drop silence at the adjacent 11 Skies commercial complex. A South China Morning Post reporter who travelled between the two places in early October found minimal footfall at the shopping centre, with the bright and airy environment of the airport terminal replaced by dim, stuffy and boarded-up corridors, and poor air conditioning amid the simmering outdoor...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS18m agoSingapore third-quarter GDP growth softens from four-year high but beats estimatesThe GDP print beat expectations of a 5% growth from economists polled by Reuters.CNBC
BUSINESS25m agoSan Luis Potosí auto cluster sees potential for Chinese manufacturing investmentBYD is among the Chinese automakers that have expressed interest in opening a plant in Mexico. But neither BYD nor any other Chinese automaker has opened a plant in the country to date. The post San Luis Potosí auto cluster sees potential for Chinese manufacturing investment appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
BUSINESS39m agoSaudi employee arrested for allegedly bugging OpenAI officeA Saudi employee of OpenAI was arrested after allegedly planting a recording device in one of the company's San Francisco offices, the AI firm and federal prosecutors said…Japan Today
BUSINESS45m agoIt was foreseen: Congress and government agree to pay less debt in 2027Baja en 6 billones y estaba previsto en los planes del gobierno como estrategia de negociación. The post Estaba cantado: Congreso y gobierno acuerdan pagar menos deuda en 2027 appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía
BUSINESS51m agoU.S. diesel futures jump while crude oil closes mixedU.S. diesel futures have seen a significant jump, while crude oil prices concluded the trading day with mixed results. This reflects volatility in energy markets.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESS51m agoUS fines Bank of America US$1.2 billion, says it violated money laundering, sanctions lawsThe US Treasury Department said on Tuesday that it was imposing US$1.2 billion in fines on Bank of America for allegedly violating anti-money-laundering and sanctions laws. The fines on America’s second-biggest bank amount to the third-largest in the department’s history. “When a bank of this size fails to meet its anti-money-laundering and sanctions obligations, the consequences extend far beyond its own walls, exposing the entire US financial system to significant illicit finance risks,”...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS51m agoOpenAI engineer charged after listening device found in meeting roomUS authorities say a Saudi national was arrested and charged after allegedly planting a concealed surveillance device.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESS57m agoTelevisa announces agreement to buy AT&T Mexico's mobile telephonyTelevisa and Fintech Holdings are buying AT&T's mobile business in Mexico for $2 billion, forming an equal consortium. The operation, subject to regulatory approval, includes mixed financing and is expected to conclude in 2027; AT&T is the second largest mobile operator in the country.Clarín
BUSINESS1h agoGoldman says investors are looking for 'profitable' Chinese business growth overseasSluggish consumer demand in China has pushed many companies, such as electric car brands, to accelerate plans for entering other countries.CNBC
BUSINESS1h agoViva-Volaris airlines merger likely to proceed, Reuters reportsBoth are low-cost airlines, and regulators are looking to make sure they stay that way once they join forces to control under one company 73% of domestic air travel. The post Viva-Volaris airlines merger likely to proceed, Reuters reports appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
BUSINESS2h agoRetirees: due to the frozen bonus, the November pension increase varies between 1.57% and 1.93%• La falta de actualización del refuerzo de 70.000 pesos impacta a tres millones de jubilados del sistema nacional y a un millón y medio de pensionados. • Con el nuevo incremento, el haber mínimo total ascenderá a 514.158 pesos, mientras que el haber máximo llegará a 2.988.766 pesos.Clarín
BUSINESS2h agoNew Washington Post podcast tackles personal finance for "real people"Personal finances are tricky, so the Washington Post launched a new podcast on Tuesday to help everyday people with just that. Michelle Singletary, host of "Dollars & Sense," joins "The Takeout" to discuss her approach to the show.CBS News
BUSINESS2h agoTexas sits on a lithium gold mine, but doubts arise about how the state will regulate mining and productionA huge lithium deposit crosses several southern US states. Various companies plan to extract it as a residue from oil and gas deposits.Clarín
BUSINESS2h agoPickleball franchisor files for bankruptcy as CEO admits ‘that’s on us’ for business mistakeAll clubs and franchise locations remain fully operational while the parent company restructures its debts in bankruptcy courtThe Independent World
BUSINESS2h agoWells Fargo outlines $50B ± 2026 net interest income and ~$13B Q4 net interest income while planning stablecoins in H1 2027Wells Fargo has outlined its net interest income projections for 2026 and Q4, and announced plans to introduce stablecoins in the first half of 2027. This reveals the bank's financial forecasts and its strategy for engaging with digital currency technology.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESS2h agoEnovix surges on 100K-unit drone battery orderEnovix saw a stock increase due to receiving an order for 100,000 drone batteries. This indicates a significant business deal for the company in the drone technology sector.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESS2h ago4 Mexican bars are among this year’s World’s 50 BestAnd make no mistake about it, these are truly Mexican establishments, not European imitators, with Mexican management, Mexican and pre-Columbian themes and an emphasis (though of course not exclusive) on Mexican spirits. The post 4 Mexican bars are among this year’s World’s 50 Best appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
BUSINESS2h agoHere are the major earnings before the open WednesdayThis article lists major company earnings reports scheduled to be released before the stock market opens on Wednesday. These reports are key indicators of company performance and market trends.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESS2h agoFederal energy regulators shoot down grid operator’s plan to cut power to data centers during shortfallsThe nation’s energy regulators have shot down a bid from a regional grid operator to cut power to some large data centers during a supply shortfall — leaving the issue largely in the hands of states. Regional grid operator PJM, which manages the electric grid for several East Coast and Midwest states, proposed an ability…The Hill
BUSINESS2h agoGold futures tick lower ahead of key U.S. inflation dataGold futures experienced a slight decrease in anticipation of upcoming U.S. inflation data. This reflects market reactions to economic indicators.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESS2h agoUS fines Bank of America for violating anti-money laundering regulationsThe country's second largest bank faces multi-million dollar fines for failing to adequately report risky transactions. The sanctions include violations of sanctions programs, highlighting the importance of financial compliance.Clarín