WeWork India is planning to go slower on its investments than previously planned and is looking to turn profitable by October this year. The local affiliate of the global coworking venture started operations a little more than three years ago. CEO Karan Virwani said the company has gone considerably slow in signing lease agreements for […]
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Can acquisitions continue to boost Focus’ earnings?
Being the industry’s most active RIA acquirer paid off handsomely for Focus Financial Partners last year. But can that trajectory be sustained in an increasingly competitive M&A environment, underscored by Morgan Stanley’s blockbuster $13 billion purchase of E-Trade? The closely-followed Focus, the only publicly traded company that owns RIAs, posted impressive growth in key metrics […]
These startups make stars reach out on your special day, at a price
Illustration: Rahul Awasthi Do you want a celebrity to wish you or your loved ones on important occasions? A dedicated set of startups — Tring, Wysh, YoShot, and Celebrify, to name a few — are helping fans, mainly from small towns and cities, connect directly with their favorite television and regional movie stars. These include […]
Flipkart’s wholesale unit may go live next quarter
Illustration: Rahul Awasthi Walmart-owned Flipkart will launch its wholesale business in the upcoming quarter, two sources directly aware of the development said, as it gears up to take on Amazon’s B2B division, Reliance’s Market and Tencent-backed Udaan, apart from other vertical ecommerce startups. Flipkart has over the last few months ramped up its supply chain […]
Association of International Certified Professional Accountants launches job board – Accounting Today
The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants has launched a new online career portal for accounting and finance professionals. Dubbed the Global Career Hub, the board offers resources and services for applicants and employers alike. The Global Career Hub provides resources for all levels of professionals, from students looking for entry-level positions to senior CPAs. […]
How to start a hedge fund from scratch
[embedded content] Josh here – Dan McMurtrie and his partners founded Tyro Partners, a New York City-based hedge fund, at a time when hedge fund closings are much more common than emerging fund launches. Dan lists some of the most important things he’s figured out on his journey. He also talks about how one of […]
The Reality of CFP Exam Prep
Back in 2003, when I was single, 26, not working and freshly minted with my master’s degree from Texas Tech University, I was singularly committed to studying for the CFP® exam. I passed the exam on my first try. My two months and 250 hours of study rule of thumb is good if passing the […]
EU privacy body warns of privacy risks in Google, Fitbit deal
Alphabet Inc-owned Google‘s $2.1 billion bid for fitness trackers company Fitbit could pose privacy risks, the European Data Protection Board (EDPB) warned on Thursday, adding its voice to other critics of the deal. Google announced the deal in November last year, as it seeks to compete with Apple and Samsung in the crowded market for […]
10 Franchise Business in India with minimum Investment
Franchise business is one of the most common and trusted way to establish your business in a faster manner. In India, many people have adopted franchise business and became successful businessmen. The first question that popups in the mind, while establishing franchises business is which are the best franchises options? Here is post sharing 10 […]
Warren, Sanders say their campaigns raised biggest debate day hauls yet
Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) smiles during the Democratic presidential primary debate at Paris Las Vegas on February 19, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Mario Tama | Getty Images A night of duking it out on the debate stage paid off for Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, whose campaigns both recorded the […]