Executive Summary Oftentimes, individuals seek out the services of a financial planner because their lives have become increasingly complex, and they need help to get organized, simplify, or at least just ‘make sense’ of their situation and what to do next. However, some clients don’t even realize just how complex their finances and lives have […]
Archives for May 2020
Xero’s new integration with Relay enables flexible and intuitive banking for U.S. small businesses and their advisors
We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership with U.S.-based Relay. Built for entrepreneurs, Relay offers small business banking that is intuitive and flexible. It can be used by anyone from freelancers to 100+ person companies. Small businesses and their advisors can register for Relay online and experience beautiful banking on web, iOS and Android devices. […]
Amazon launches food delivery service in India
Illustration: Rahul Awasthi Amazon India has launched its food delivery service, Amazon Food, in select pin codes of Bengaluru. The development comes at a time when order volumes for the two largest players in the online food delivery space — Swiggy and Zomato — have hit an all-time low due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The […]
What the COVIDSafe return to work regulations could mean for your business
Following an incredibly challenging period for businesses Australia-wide, we’re starting to see COVID-19 lockdown restrictions ease and a wide-spread reopening begin. This new phase will set small businesses across the nation on a journey of recovery. It is, however, being approached with necessary caution – complete with a detailed set of regulations to adhere to. […]
Global coronavirus cases surpass 5 million, Johns Hopkins data shows
A woman wearing a face mask to protect against the coronavirus at the Red Square in front of St. Basil’s Cathedral in Moscow, Russia on March 25, 2020. Alexander Nemenov | AFP | Getty Images Reported Covid-19 cases around the world reached 5 million on Thursday as some countries begin easing strict social distancing guidelines […]
Edinburgh private bank hires new Financial Planning director
The Edinburgh-based private bank Adam & Company has appointed former Barclays Wealth Planning director Andy Hall as its new Financial Planning director. Adam & Company, a Corporate Chartered Financial Planner, said the appointment marked the increased importance of Financial Planning to the bank. Mr Hall joins Adam & Company from Barclays Wealth Management where he […]
China to receive rare U.S. ethanol shipment on Friday – sources
SINGAPORE/BEIJING (Reuters) – A rare ethanol shipment of U.S. origin is expected to arrive in China this month, according to three industry sources and shipping data, probably the first such cargo since the two countries struck an initial trade deal in January. The market has been watching closely for signs of renewed trade in biofuel […]
Lawyers say virtual courts not working, urge return to physical mode with distancing
Lawyers, who have been appearing in the Supreme Court’s virtual courts during the nationwide lockdown, say virtual courts were not working except to the extent that they can give interim relief in pressing matters at a time when lawyers and litigants cannot access courts. They are urging that they return to physical courts with adequate […]
Influencers opt for money-making tutorials as virus hits job market
Illustration: Rahul Awasthi Social media influencers are creating content on how to make money online, prompted by queries from people scarred by uncertainty in the jobs market due to the Covid-19 pandemic. These influencers are sharing detailed tutorials on short-term and long-term money-making avenues, including content writing, blogging, gaming, affiliate or referral marketing, participation in […]
AICPA Council supports advancement of new CPA licensure model
News PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT By Ken Tysiac {:else} {timeSince} {/if} {@if cond=”{isCGMA}”} {:else} {/if} {/.} An effort to transform the CPA licensure model took a step forward Wednesday when the AICPA governing Council voted to support its advancement during its virtual spring meeting. Council voted to support the CPA Evolution initiative, which is being undertaken by […]