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US stocks decline over fears of rising COVID cases
July 19, 2021 02:38 PM PDT| By Team Kalkine MediaBenchmark US indices edged lower on Monday, July 19, amid concerns over the Covid-19 cases. Investors sold off airline and cruise stocks fearing that the rebound in new cases could lead to new restrictions and delay the recovery from pandemic. The S...
India’s digital payments giant Paytm files for US$2.2 billion IPO
July 19, 2021 10:17 AM CEST| By Furquan MoharkanPaytm, the digital payments start-up of India, is set to launch its Initial Public Offering (IPO) worth INR166 billion (US$2.2 billion), it informed the country’s market regulator – Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) – in...
Which are the top ten crypto exchanges in Australia?
July 19, 2021 03:07 PM AEST| By Daniel Paul JohnsThe world of cryptocurrency has certainly seen its fair share of ups and downs so far this year. From Bitcoin reaching record highs to the emergence of memecoin, Dogecoin, it seems 2021 is throwing everything but the kitchen sink at investors. .....
Four days to go for Tokyo Olympics: The carnival set to begin this week
July 19, 2021 06:23 AM CEST| By Furquan MoharkanThe 2020 Summer Olympics games are just around the corner and will be held mostly in the Japanese capital city of Tokyo. Having been deferred for over a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the mega-sports event will begin later this week on 23 July 20...
Coal- the cheapest form of energy & the most harmful one
July 19, 2021 05:08 AM CEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Coal is a carbon-rich black rock that releases energy when burned. The most severe and heart-wrenching effect of coal mining and its usage is climate change. By depending on renewable energy sources as an alternative to coal-based prod.....
Senate Democrats draft bill to legalize cannabis: A look at eight global cannabis shares
July 19, 2021 04:58 AM CEST| By Tripti JoshiSummary Senate Democrats plan to announce a draft bill to end the federal prohibition on cannabis and remove federal non-violent cannabis convictions. The Canadian cannabis players may benefit the most from the US federal legalization as curren.....
APAC markets in red as investors track oil prices
July 19, 2021 04:41 AM CEST| By Furquan MoharkanSummary The equity markets in APAC have opened in the red. Investors are guarded after the OPEC deal. China, Australia and Japan were the worst performing markets in the morning; Hong Kong was the best. The equity markets across the Asia .....
Why to get acquainted with 10 blockchain platforms in 2021?
July 19, 2021 11:33 AM AEST| By Jasmine AnandSummary The usage of blockchain technology is taking giant strides in this digital age. To facilitate its smooth and efficient use, blockchain platforms come into the picture, which allow the development of blockchain-based applications. IBM B.....
Is Tesla Cybertruck a giant leap in design?
July 19, 2021 03:15 AM CEST| By Anam SiddiquiSummary Tesla is set to bring its Cybertruck into the market, boasting unconventional sharp trapezoid design without door handles. While Tesla's all-electric SUV and sedan are already witnessing strong popularity, Cybertruck will mark the.....
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How to invest in stocks of foreign companies?
July 18, 2021 10:17 AM CEST| By ManikaSummary These days there are many opportunities for investing in foreign stocks One can do it through ADRs, GDRS An investor can also buy ETFs or international mutual funds besides foreign direct investment route. Gone are the days when i.....
Can APEC meeting led by New Zealand lead to a meaningful outcome?
July 18, 2021 06:45 AM CEST| By ManikaSummary APEC meeting was virtually hosted by New Zealand and chaired by Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern The main aim of the meeting was to discuss ways to strengthen drive against COVID-19 The U.S. emphasizes the need for multilateralism. T.....
Stablecoins come under the scanner of U.S regulators on Monday
July 18, 2021 06:33 AM CEST| By ManikaThe regulators around the world are becoming serious about the role of stablecoins in financial system. The Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen along with the U.S. Government’s Working Group on Financial Markets will be discussing the role of sta.....
Why regular physical activity is critical to your mental health
July 17, 2021 04:48 PM CEST| By Team Kalkine MediaAlthough the benefits of regular exercise are well-established, most people find it hard to accomplish. Yet, time and again, experts have emphasized the importance of everyday workouts to your physical and mental health. According to 2019 data of th...
Top penny cryptocurrency for crypto lovers in 2021
July 18, 2021 12:13 AM AEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary A penny cryptocurrency represents a digital currency that costs less than a dollar. Although penny cryptocurrencies are a high-risk investment, investors prefer to trade in the long run for a profit. Penny cryptos are less expensive an.....
US stocks end lower after retail sales boost
July 16, 2021 02:14 PM PDT| By Sanjeeb BaruahBenchmark US indices closed the week lower on Friday, July 16, as losses in cyclical stocks eclipsed the gains in growth stocks after the commerce department said retail sales rose marginally in June. The S&P 500 was down 0.75% to 4,327.16. The...
No more a carbon sink? How has the Amazon rainforest changed?
July 16, 2021 08:39 PM CEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary The Amazon rainforest has undergone an unpalatable change – from being the largest absorber of carbon to a source of carbon and other greenhouse gases. Over the past decade, the Amazon has released more carbon dioxide into the atm.....
Four famous commodity experts whose opinion matters
July 16, 2021 08:36 PM CEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Analysts actively evaluate and give their recommendations to buy or sell or hold a stock On a broader scale, there are two types of analysts – buy-side and sell-side. Buy side analysts research companies to zero in on investment .....
Ranked: Top five dotcoms raking in the highest revenues
July 16, 2021 08:35 PM CEST| By Furquan MoharkanBack in 1990s, the mania around the dotcom businesses had gripped the globe. The mania was so extreme that between 1995 and 2000, the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite index rose by an astounding 400%. The index’s price to earnings (PE) ratio soared...
What are the top 10 advantages of blockchain technology for businesses?
July 17, 2021 12:44 AM AEST| By Jasmine AnandSummary Blockchain technology has come across as a boon for companies and businesses. The growing use of this new-age technology has paved the way for greater opportunities, thereby ensuring enhanced speed, transparency, security, etc. By inco.....
Know what’s latest in the global economic calendar
July 16, 2021 12:26 PM CEST| By Team Kalkine MediaSummary Economies across the globe are actively recovering from the COVID-19 crisis, with major policy changes looming ahead. Improvement in the unemployment figures has cast expectations of inflationary spells in New Zealand and the US. .....