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Housing projects are piling up across Canada as the pipes underneath can’t keep up

From Quebec to Manitoba, aging water and wastewater systems are delaying developments and exposing decades of underinvestment. Read on.

Financial Post·Jul 14, 2026
insurance

FMG Expands Board as Platform Surpasses 80,000 Financial Professionals

New directors and board observer bring leadership experience across financial services, insurance, enterprise technology, AI, and professional services SAN DIEGO, July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FMG, the marketing automation platform trusted by more than 80,000…

PRNewswire·Jul 14, 2026
investing

CleanSpark Secures Twenty-Year Lease with High-Investment Grade Global Technology Company for Data Center in Sandersville, Georgia

Twenty-year triple-net (NNN) lease totaling $6.6 billion in contracted revenue, with up to $11.6 billion after full extension options 175 MW of critical IT load with deliveries expected to begin in Q4 2027 to a high-investment-grade tenant Tenant has executed…

PRNewswire·Jul 14, 2026
investing

Flipkart’s West Bengal story gets a major boost: Company invests in infrastructure, jobs, and market access

Flipkart is increasing its investment in West Bengal's digital commerce infrastructure. The company's largest fulfillment center in Haringhata supports this expansion. This initiative empowers local sellers and farmers to reach national markets. Flipkart a…

The Times of India·Jul 14, 2026
investing

Aussie investors fear millions in losses as alleged fake bond scheme unravels

The financial watchdog is seeking to shut down an investment company accused of taking $17 million from 80 victims, including by promoting fake bonds.

ABC News (AU)·Jul 14, 2026
budgeting

Woman who will finally be debt free after racking up £23,000 on designer goods, takeaways and gifts for her children reveals her top tips - from 'cash stuffing' to promo codes

Jenna Way, who is based in North East England, admitted that she treated credit cards like 'free money', spending thousands on clothes, takeaways, birthdays and Christmas presents.

Dailymail.com·Jul 14, 2026
budgeting

UPI vs Credit Cards: Experts explain how to choose right payment method for everyday spending

UPI and credit cards each offer unique advantages for everyday payments. Here are the key differences, benefits, rewards, credit score impact, and practical tips for choosing the right payment method for daily spending, budgeting and long-term financial planning in India.

Livemint·Jul 14, 2026
taxes

Income Tax tribunal extends stay on Xiaomi India's Rs 10,833 crore tax demand

The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal has extended a significant tax demand stay. This stay now covers approximately ₹10,833.22 crore for Xiaomi Technology India. The tribunal granted this extension for a further 180 days. This period will last until the appeal is fully disposed of. Hearings for all pending Xiaomi India appeals are scheduled for September 21, 2026.

The Times of India·Jul 14, 2026
retirement planning

They're doing everything right for retirement. Their parents didn't.

Baby boomers are realizing their 401(k)s and Social Security are falling short. Their Gen X and millennial kids now have to step in and support them.

Business Insider·Jul 14, 2026
investing

Got a salary hike? Here's what to check before raising your SIP amount

A salary hike is a good opportunity to increase SIP amount, but investors should first review their financial goals, emergency fund and asset allocation. A disciplined annual SIP step-up of 10–15% can significantly boost long-term wealth creation.

Livemint·Jul 14, 2026
personal finance

Meet DeepSeek's Liang Wenfeng, the Chinese entrepreneur who is now world's richest AI founder, surpassing Anthropic's Dario Amodei

DeepSeek founder Liang Wenfeng's net worth has significantly increased after a recent funding round. He is now the world's wealthiest creator of artificial intelligence models. This surge in valuation makes him a prominent figure in China's tech landscape. Hi…

The Times of India·Jul 14, 2026
investing

HCL Tech’s Rs 3,500 crore AI data centre foray: A new growth engine or capital-intensive diversion?

HCL Technologies is investing up to Rs 3,500 crore in AI data centres to build a full-stack AI ecosystem spanning infrastructure, compute and managed services. While the phased investment could create a new growth engine, investors will closely watch capital deployment, returns and demand visibility before assigning meaningful value to the venture.

The Times of India·Jul 14, 2026
investing

The quiet edge: saving more trumps the exciting habit of investing better

Work out how much you can save, push that figure a little higher than is comfortable, and only then spend energy on choosing the funds. Simplicity is not a compromise but the whole point. Save a lot, keep the deployment sensible and dull, and let time do the rest, says Dhirendra Kumar.

Livemint·Jul 14, 2026
investing

I want Rs 1 lakh/month from my Rs 1.15 crore PF and gratuity corpus; how should I invest?

ET Wealth Reader's Query: I will retire in four years. I have Rs 95 lakh in Provident Fund savings and expect Rs 20 lakh as gratuity. I have no liabilities. How to invest this corpus to get a monthly income of Rs 1 lakh?

The Times of India·Jul 14, 2026
investing

Waton Financial to Bring MoTA's Multi-Agent Investment Platform to Individual Investors

HONG KONG, July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- With MoTA's public beta scheduled for Q3 2026, the Nasdaq-listed AI company is betting that institutional-grade portfolio intelligence should be available to a much broader group of investors - not only the wealthiest.…

PRNewswire·Jul 14, 2026
investing

Humanoid Global Announces MBody AI’s Advancements in Commercial Expansion and Proposed Business Combination with Check-Cap

Vancouver, BC, July 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Humanoid Global Holdings Corp. (“Humanoid Global” or the “Company”) (CSE:ROBO, FWB:0XM1, OTCQB:RBOHF), a publicly traded investment issuer focused on building and accelerating a portfolio of pioneering companies…

Financial Post·Jul 14, 2026
investing

TAPP Engine and Envestnet Team Up for Goals-Based Investing

Embedded wealthtech solutions provider TAPP Engine will offer Envestnet’s ActivePassive ETF model portfolios as part of a new partnership announced late last week. TAPP Engine will integrate these portfolios into its digital investing platform to enable credi…

Finovate.com·Jul 14, 2026
budgeting

Bengaluru CA, ex-KPMG employee, thought Rs 1 crore would make her rich. She was wrong

High salaries do not guarantee financial freedom as lifestyle expenses often increase. Meenal Goel notes that income alone does not determine true wealth creation. Disciplined investing and controlling spending habits are more crucial than salary hikes. Consistent investment can build significant wealth over time, even without a massive income. This approach allows for passive income generation and a path towards financial independence.

The Times of India·Jul 14, 2026
personal finance

Opinion: Carney should be the anti-Trump and jettison Brookfield from his portfolio

Continuing connections that require the prime minister to skip policy meetings create a perceived conflict of interest. Find out more here

Financial Post·Jul 10, 2026
budgeting

BingX Launches the BingX Visa Debit Card, Bridging Digital Assets and Everyday Payments

PANAMA CITY, July 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3-AI company, announced the BingX Visa Debit Card, designed to connect digital assets with everyday spending through Visa's global payment network. Issued by global…

GlobeNewswire·Jul 10, 2026
personal finance

Socialists want to turn AI into a $7B slush fund— realists know that would throw America’s greatest assets away

If the government takes a stake in these companies, what happens when an AI company suddenly needs something from the government?

New York Post·Jul 10, 2026
investing

Trade like Trump: If you traded like the president, you'd beat the S&P

Trump's latest financial disclosure shows the president's stock portfolio, sans his own company, handily beating the S&P 500 since his inauguration.

Business Insider·Jul 10, 2026
investing

4 ETFs Built for Long-Term Investors to Buy and Hold Now

I love investing in individual stocks; however, it isn't easy. In fact, a J.P. Morgan study found that between 1980 and 2020, about two-thirds of stocks underperformed the market while 40% had negative absolute returns. That is why I firmly believe that it is…

Biztoc.com·Jul 10, 2026
investing

Where in Canada will Meta build its artificial intelligence data centre? Take our business and investing news quiz

Welcome to The Globe and Mail’s business and investing news quiz. Join us each week to test your knowledge of the stories making headlines. Our business reporters come up with the questions, and you can show us what you know. This week: Ottawa chose Germany’s…

Biztoc.com·Jul 10, 2026
budgeting

BingX Announces the BingX Visa Debit Card, Bridging Digital Assets and Everyday Payments

PANAMA CITY, July 10, 2026 – BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3-AI company, announced the BingX Visa Debit Card, designed to connect digital assets with everyday spending through Visa’s global payment network. Issued by global stablecoin infras…

ZyCrypto·Jul 10, 2026
personal finance

Why 1 in 3 Indian women have never made a solo financial decision, and why that's challenging

Despite rising incomes and careers, many Indian women still don't make independent financial decisions. Financial literacy, confidence and structured learning are helping more women take control of their wealth and future.

The Times of India·Jul 10, 2026
investing

Mutual fund delivered 15% CAGR? Why your returns may still be lower

Your mutual fund's published return and your actual return are often not the same. Experts explain why investor behaviour, rather than fund performance, is usually responsible for the gap.

Livemint·Jul 10, 2026
investing

Best Forex Robot Reviews: What Traders Need to Know Before Investing

As many people explore ways to invest their funds and earn returns without committing all of their time to trading, there has been rapid growth in the market for automated trading software. Nowadays, traders have access to hundreds of programs that promise st…

Solidsmack.com·Jul 10, 2026
investing

Jordan Davis joins NFL's elite in a survey of coaches and executives

Jordan Davis' long-awaited emergence is earning recognition across the NFL after the Eagles watched their first-round investment finally pay off.

USA Today·Jul 10, 2026
debt management

How to guide Gen Z to financial success

1034. Watching the young adults in your life navigate their first "real" job is an exciting milestone—but it can also be stressful if you notice them carrying credit card debt or skipping out on savings. Laura answers a heartfelt question on this topic with f…

Acast.com·Jul 10, 2026
investing

SBI sells 1.42% stake for ₹1,655 cr in SBI Funds Management ahead of arm's IPO

SBI sold the shares to investors including 360 ONE funds, Tata AIG General Insurance Company, Go Digit General Insurance, Bennett Coleman, Anand Rathi Global Finance, Capri Global Ventures and Carnelian Bharat Amritkaal Fund

BusinessLine·Jul 10, 2026
investing

KYB and KYC: Every stock has a business behind it

Most of us start our journey in the stock market with the stock price. But when you buy a share, you are buying a business. And not all businesses are alike. One lives at the mercy of the Strait of Hormuz; another does not notice it. In this new series we take a look at companies to see what actually drives them. Today, we look at a company whose glue you have certainly used, but whose economics you have almost certainly never examined. Here is what the business really looks like.

The Times of India·Jul 10, 2026
investing

3 mutual fund mistakes that can cost investors more than a bad fund

The biggest threat to your mutual fund returns may not be the fund you choose, but the decisions you make after investing. Experts identify three costly mistakes that investors should avoid.

Livemint·Jul 10, 2026
investing

Savings rate vs investment returns: Why saving more matters more in the early years

Young investors should prioritize saving more money consistently. A higher savings rate builds a stronger investment base for future growth. This approach creates a significant lead over chasing higher returns initially. Moderate returns on a larger corpus yield better long-term wealth creation. Consistent contributions and a disciplined savings habit are crucial for financial success.

The Times of India·Jul 10, 2026
investing

Adani flagship is the next big India pick for Singapore’s Helios

Helios Capital Management is investing in Adani Enterprises, seeing potential in India's overlooked market. The asset manager bought shares, citing Adani's improving legal standing and business ventures. Adani plans significant investments in data centers and…

The Times of India·Jul 10, 2026
saving

Uber Eats Promo Codes: $15 Off│July 2026

Hunger meets savings. Discover verified Uber Eats promo codes, new user offers, and Uber One discounts to slash your delivery fees and meal costs.

Wired·Jul 10, 2026
retirement planning

How ChatGPT Can Help With Retirement Planning—And What Financial Experts Warn Against

AI can explain retirement basics fast, but financial pros say it may miss key details that matter most when your money and future are on the line.

Investopedia·Jul 10, 2026
budgeting

Think your Rs 2 crore Gurgaon flat became Rs 4 crore? CA says you probably earned far less and explains the math

Headline property gains often mislead investors about actual wealth doubling. Chartered Accountant Nitin Kaushik highlights numerous expenses impacting real estate returns. Stamp duty, loan interest, and taxes reduce profits significantly, as Kaushik explained. A property doubling in price may yield only a modest net profit after costs. This analysis reveals that real estate returns can be comparable to safer investment options.

The Times of India·Jul 10, 2026
investing

Billionaire John Arnold commits $2.6 million to study online sports betting risk

John Arnold, who runs Arnold Ventures with his wife, Laura, is investing $2.6 million for university research into potential harms of online sports betting.

CNBC·Jul 7, 2026
saving

Best high-yield savings interest rates today, Tuesday, July 7, 2026: Earn up to 4.10% APY

The average interest rate on a traditional savings account is only 0.38%, according to the FDIC. Today, Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the highest savings account rate available from our partners is 4.10% APY. This rate is offered by Bask Bank.

Yahoo Entertainment·Jul 7, 2026

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