News•Feb 8, 2026
'AI Is the Real Deal – It Will Change Our World in More Ways than We Can Imagine'
Rob Arnott argues AI is a genuine technological shift but its market pricing is overly optimistic, likening today’s hype to the 2000 dot‑com boom. He notes AI is already eroding incumbents such as Google’s ad model and cites ChatGPT’s research‑paper assistance as proof of capability. Arnott cautions investors to retain value exposure, highlighting the RAFI fundamental‑weighting approach and related ETFs as superior in a wide growth‑value spread. He also links rising sovereign debt to a bullish gold outlook while downplaying tariffs as a major inflation driver.
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 8, 2026
Should Investors Join the Rush for Venture-Capital Trusts?
The UK Budget will cut the upfront income‑tax relief on new venture‑capital trust (VCT) shares from 30% to 20% starting April 2026, prompting a surge in investor demand this tax year. Sales have jumped to £140 million in the past three...
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 8, 2026
Food and Drinks Giants Seek an Image Makeover – Here's What They're Doing
Food and drink conglomerates are confronting a three‑pronged crisis: GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs are slashing consumer calorie intake, digital platforms are eroding traditional branding moats, and volatile commodity markets are exposing fragile supply chains. To preserve margins, firms such as Nestlé...
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 8, 2026
Tony Blair's Terrible Legacy Sees Britain Still Suffering
Tony Blair’s New Labour era introduced a series of fiscal and structural reforms that, according to MoneyWeek, have left lasting scars on the UK economy. Key decisions—including the sale of 40% of the nation’s gold reserves, a windfall tax on...
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 8, 2026
Inheritance Tax Investigations Net HMRC an Extra £246m From Bereaved Families
HMRC opened 3,977 inheritance‑tax investigations in the year to 5 April 2025, recovering roughly £246 million from estates. The rise follows the tax authority’s deployment of artificial intelligence, data‑matching and other big‑data tools to spot under‑payments. A frozen nil‑rate band since 2009, combined...
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 6, 2026
Toyota Names New CEO After Reporting Drop in Profits
Toyota announced a 43% drop in quarterly profit and named its CFO, Kenta Kon, as the new chief executive and president effective April. Kon, a veteran with expertise in automated driving, will replace Koji Sato, who will stay on as...
By Japan Today – Business
News•Feb 6, 2026
Why SAP Americas CFO Embraces a ‘Failure Culture’ Around Tech Experimentation
SAP Americas CFO Sonja Simon is championing a "failure culture" to speed AI and automation adoption within the finance organization. Her 30‑person team, responsible for roughly 40% of SAP's global revenue, integrates AI through regular discussions, volunteer showcases, and a...
By CFO Dive
News•Feb 6, 2026
Businesses Urge Treasury to Destroy BOI Data and Finalize Exemption
More than 100 business associations have written to Treasury urging the destruction of beneficial ownership information (BOI) records for domestic companies that no longer must file under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). They also request a final rule exempting U.S....
By The Tax Adviser (AICPA & CIMA)
News•Feb 6, 2026
Why Corporate Divestitures And Carve-Outs Are Accelerating
Corporate leaders are increasingly turning to carve‑outs and divestitures to sharpen portfolio focus amid slowing growth and higher capital costs. The trend is driven by capital discipline, the need to eliminate conglomerate discounts, and the desire for strategic agility in...
By StrategicCFO360 (Chief Executive Group)
News•Feb 6, 2026
Orsted Eyes Europe and APAC Revenue Growth
Ørsted is exploring partnerships and M&A in Europe and the APAC region to sustain revenue growth after completing its 8.1 GW offshore construction portfolio by 2027. CEO Rasmus Errboe emphasized a value‑over‑volume approach, targeting fixed‑bottom schemes in core markets and reviewing upcoming...
By reNEWS
News•Feb 6, 2026
Odell Beckham Jr.’s $1.4 Million Crypto Win Crashes Back to Reality After Market Collapse
Odell Beckham Jr. converted his $750,000 2025 Los Angeles Rams contract into Bitcoin, a move that initially suggested a $1.4 million windfall. Bitcoin’s price has since dropped more than 45 percent, shrinking the apparent gain to a modest $12,000 after taxes. The...
By Finance Monthly
News•Feb 6, 2026
Global Chip Sales To Top $1 Trillion In 2026: How It Could Hit Your Wallet And Tech Plans This Year
Global semiconductor sales are set to top $1 trillion in 2026 after a 25.6% jump to $792 billion in 2025. The surge is driven primarily by advanced AI chips, which grew nearly 40% to $302 billion, and memory chips, up 35% to $223 billion....
By Finance Monthly
News•Feb 6, 2026
Barings Emerging Europe Trust Bounces Back From Russia Woes
Barings Emerging Europe trust lost roughly 28% of its assets when Russia’s invasion of Ukraine rendered its Russian holdings worthless, halving its share price by late 2023. The board responded by expanding the mandate to cover the Middle East, Africa,...
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 6, 2026
5 Hidden Costs First-Time Buyers Miss (And How Professional Conveyancing Prevents Them)
First‑time homebuyers often focus on deposits and mortgage rates, only to encounter a series of hidden expenses that can strain budgets. Common surprises include misunderstood Stamp Duty Land Tax relief, unexpected leasehold fees, and costly repairs uncovered after a survey....
By Finance Monthly
News•Feb 6, 2026
How a Dovish Federal Reserve Could Affect You
President Trump appointed Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair, signaling a likely dovish tilt for monetary policy. Warsh is expected to pursue aggressive short‑term rate cuts while also shrinking the Fed’s bond holdings, which could push long‑term yields...
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 6, 2026
Training Approaches That Ensure Workforces Keep Pace With Regulatory Change
Regulatory frameworks are evolving faster than traditional compliance programs can keep up, prompting firms to adopt more dynamic learning solutions. The article outlines a suite of methods—including interactive workshops, e‑learning modules, microlearning, mentorship, simulations, briefings, job aids, assessments, and blended...
By Finance Monthly
News•Feb 6, 2026
Bad Bunny Admits Losing Sleep Ahead of $13 Million Super Bowl Performance
Puerto Rican star Bad Bunny revealed he’s been losing sleep as he prepares for his $13‑minute, $13 million Super Bowl halftime performance, the first show delivered entirely in Spanish. The artist described 4 a.m. awakenings, rehearsing beats and choreography while juggling a...
By Finance Monthly
News•Feb 6, 2026
TotalEnergies Seeks $250m for 1GW Kazak Build
TotalEnergies is requesting up to $250 million from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to finance its 1 GW Mirny on‑shore wind farm in Kazakhstan’s Zhambyl region. The project will install roughly 140 Sany and Envision turbines ranging from 6.5 MW to...
By reNEWS
News•Feb 6, 2026
Ib Vogt Sells €230m Irish Solar Trio
Ib vogt has completed the sale of three Irish solar projects worth roughly €230 million, delivering a combined capacity of 272 MWp. The assets—Gaskinstown, Rathnaskilloge and Clonin North—secured 15‑year contracts under Ireland’s Renewable Electricity Support Scheme 2 and together generate about 275 GWh annually. Two...
By reNEWS
News•Feb 6, 2026
MoneyWeek News Quiz: Can You Get Smart Meter Compensation?
New UK regulations now require energy suppliers to automatically compensate customers with faulty smart meters if they fail to propose a resolution within five working days, and also cover cases where installation appointments are delayed over six weeks due to...
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 6, 2026
How Rio–Glencore Talks Fell Apart
Former Glencore CEO Ivan Glasenberg pursued a $260 billion merger with Rio Tinto that could have reshaped the mining sector. Talks collapsed within 24 hours after Rio announced it would not pursue a deal that failed to deliver sufficient shareholder value....
By MINING.com
News•Feb 6, 2026
JPM Analytics (jpmanalytics.com) Reviews: Which Strategies Work Best
JPM Analytics positions itself as a flexible brokerage platform that lets traders craft personalized strategies rather than follow preset templates. The service offers a low $100 minimum deposit, up to 1:100 leverage, and a transparent $5‑per‑lot commission across roughly 300...
By The European Financial Review
News•Feb 6, 2026
What Are Future and Locked Tokens? How Can I Buy Them?
Locked blockchain tokens are assets that cannot be transferred until predefined vesting conditions or timeframes are met, helping projects maintain stability and long‑term commitment. A Simple Agreement for Future Tokens (SAFT) lets investors fund a project now and receive tokens...
By Finance Monthly
News•Feb 6, 2026
Stellantis Shock: $26.5 Billion EV Writedown Triggers Share Collapse and Dividend Freeze
Stellantis announced a €22.2 billion ($26.5 billion) writedown on its electric‑vehicle strategy, sending its Milan‑listed shares down 25% and prompting a dividend suspension for 2025. The impairment reflects reduced EV demand, U.S. emissions rule adjustments, and a restructuring of its supply chain,...
By Finance Monthly
News•Feb 6, 2026
Uber Hit With $8.5 Million Sexual Assault Verdict as Liability Risks Mount
Uber was ordered to pay $8.5 million after a jury found its driver’s actions could be treated as an Uber agent. The verdict does not require operational changes but reshapes liability framing for future cases. While the payout is not financially...
By Finance Monthly
News•Feb 6, 2026
Louvre Crown Heist Triggers Millions in Damage, Insurance Costs, and Security Fallout
The Louvre’s Empress Eugénie crown survived a daring October robbery, with most gems intact and repairs estimated at €40,000‑€50,000. However, the heist’s total valuation of €88 million triggers massive insurance liabilities, higher premiums, and costly security overhauls. Missing jewels represent a...
By Finance Monthly
News•Feb 6, 2026
Policy Paper: Joint Readout of the First UK-China Financial Working Group
The UK‑China Financial Working Group held its inaugural meeting on 31 January 2026 in Beijing, bringing together senior officials from HM Treasury, the Bank of England, the PRA, the FCA and their Chinese counterparts from the People’s Bank of China, the Ministry...
By HM Treasury – Atom feed
News•Feb 6, 2026
Mirae Asset Securities Issues First Korea Digital Bond
Mirae Asset Securities has issued the first Korea‑origin digital bond, privately placed in Hong Kong. The offering combines a US‑dollar tranche of $30 million with a Hong‑Kong‑dollar tranche of HK$325 million (about $41.6 million). Structured as a one‑year tokenized instrument, the bond uses a...
By FinanceAsia
News•Feb 6, 2026
Sony Hikes Forecasts Even as PlayStation Falters
Sony raised its FY2025‑26 profit forecast to 1.13 trillion yen, citing a weaker yen and offsetting a slowdown in PlayStation sales. Operating profit is projected to grow 20.6% with revenues reaching 12.3 trillion yen. Despite a 16% decline in PS5 sales and...
By Japan Today – Business
News•Feb 6, 2026
When Governance Slows Decisions: Rethinking Control, Materiality, and Trust
The article argues that overly rigid governance frameworks, while intended to reduce risk, often become a barrier to timely decision‑making. Organizations add layers of review and chase false precision, treating immaterial variances as critical, which inflates costs and slows execution....
By The European Financial Review
News•Feb 5, 2026
SEC Publishes Data on Exchange Traded Funds and Fund Mergers; Updated Statistics on Municipal Advisors, Transfer Agents, and Security-Based Swap...
The SEC’s Division of Economic and Risk Analysis released two new reports detailing the rapid expansion of active exchange‑traded funds and the fee outcomes of mutual‑fund and ETF mergers. Active ETFs now number close to passive funds, exhibiting higher turnover,...
By U.S. SEC – Press Releases
News•Feb 5, 2026
How Tax Uncertainty Freezes the Electric Car Market — Long Before Any Tax Is Paid
From April 2025 UK electric, zero‑emission and low‑emission cars will lose their Vehicle Excise Duty exemption and move onto the standard VED regime. The change eliminates the long‑standing tax‑free assumption that underpinned many EV purchase calculations. Finance providers have responded...
By Finance Monthly
News•Feb 5, 2026
Brad Karp’s Fall Shows Growing Fallout From Epstein Files
Brad Karp abruptly resigned as chairman of Paul Weiss after newly released Justice Department files linked him to Jeffrey Epstein’s Manhattan mansion and showed he sought a film job for his son. The revelations triggered a swift leadership change, with top...
By The New York Times – DealBook
News•Feb 5, 2026
ISA Fund and Trust Picks for Every Type of Investor – Which Could Work for You?
The article urges investors to fully utilise the £20,000 stocks‑and‑shares ISA allowance before the 5 April 2025/26 deadline and to plan for the next year’s reset. It outlines fund options across risk profiles, from defensive global dividend funds and balanced total‑return...
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 5, 2026
The Most Popular Fund Sectors of 2025 as Investor Outflows Continue
UK retail investors continued to pull money from funds in 2025, with net outflows of £2.3 billion, matching the previous year. Equity funds bore the brunt, seeing £16.8 billion withdrawn, especially from US‑focused large‑cap tech exposure, while European equity attracted modest inflows....
By MoneyWeek – All
News•Feb 5, 2026
Aypa Power Closes US$1.5 Billion Credit Facility for US BESS Projects
Aypa Power has closed a $1.5 billion revolving warehouse credit facility to finance its utility‑scale battery energy storage system (BESS) projects across the United States. The facility includes a $500 million “accordion” option, making it the largest storage‑focused independent power producer (IPP)...
By Energy Storage News
News•Feb 5, 2026
Fluence Revenue up 154% but Margin Halves in Last Three Months of 2025
Fluence reported a 154.4% year‑on‑year revenue increase to $475.2 million in the quarter ending 31 December 2025, while its GAAP‑adjusted gross‑profit margin fell to 4.9% from 12.5% a year earlier. Net loss widened to $62.6 million and EBITDA loss grew to $52.1 million. The company’s...
By Energy Storage News
News•Feb 5, 2026
United Overseas Group Acquires Norvic Shipping Dry Bulk Assets
United Overseas Group (UOG) announced the acquisition of Norvic Shipping’s dry‑bulk assets, adding nine vessels—including three operational handymax/ultramax ships and six Japanese‑built newbuilds slated for 2026‑27 delivery. The purchase, executed through its subsidiary United Overseas Trading, also brings Norvic’s entities...
By Seatrade Maritime
News•Feb 5, 2026
35 Under 35: David Adderson on Advisory, Automation, and the Youtopia Model
In this episode, David Adderson, a 35‑under‑35 honoree, explains how his firm Youtopia is reshaping accounting by delivering real‑time management accounts and positioning itself as a high‑level advisory partner rather than a traditional compliance shop. He emphasizes a "millionaire‑maker" mindset,...
By Accountancy Age
News•Feb 5, 2026
Why the Dollar May Have Much Further to Fall
The article argues that the U.S. dollar faces significant downside risk as domestic fiscal strain and a potentially dovish Federal Reserve erode international confidence. It highlights widening budget deficits, rising debt service costs, and slower economic growth as catalysts for...
By The Economist – Finance & Economics
News•Feb 5, 2026
Yannis Stournaras: Banking and Financial Outlook for Greece and Europe in 2026
Governor Yannis Stournaras highlighted that Greece’s banking sector has completed a decade‑long balance‑sheet clean‑up, cutting non‑performing loans by 95% and lowering the system‑wide NPL ratio to 3.6% by Q3 2025. Capital adequacy now sits around 20%, enabling the first dividend payouts...
By Bank for International Settlements (BIS) – Press releases
News•Feb 5, 2026
Steven Maijoor: Europe's Digital Autonomy - Between Fault Lines and Vault Lines
Steven Maijoor warned that Europe’s financial sector is sitting on a digital fault line, with banks increasingly dependent on a handful of non‑European cloud hyperscalers. He highlighted the systemic risk this concentration creates, especially under cyber‑attacks or geopolitical sanctions. The...
By Bank for International Settlements (BIS) – Press releases
News•Feb 5, 2026
The Payroll Software Dilemma Facing Accountancy Practices
In this episode, Ian Davidson of Quarry Payroll Consulting discusses the strategic crossroads accountancy practices face as legacy payroll software reaches end‑of‑life, weighing migration to modern cloud platforms against outsourcing payroll to specialist providers. He outlines the heavy resource demands,...
By Accountancy Age
News•Feb 5, 2026
How Beginners Can Create Multiple Online Income Streams Without Burnout
The article outlines a step‑by‑step framework for beginners to build multiple online income streams while avoiding burnout. It advises starting with a single, skill‑aligned foundation stream and mastering it for 3‑6 months before diversifying. Subsequent streams should leverage existing audiences,...
By The European Financial Review
News•Feb 5, 2026
Gent Sejko: Launch of the EBRD Transition Report 2025-26
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development released its 2025‑26 Transition Report, highlighting demographic change as a decisive driver of economic performance. Governor Gent Sejko used the launch to illustrate Albania’s stark ageing and emigration trends, noting a population drop...
By Bank for International Settlements (BIS) – Press releases
News•Feb 5, 2026
Eli M Remolona: Speech - Rotary Club of Manila 16th Weekly Membership Meeting
Governor Eli M. Remolona told the Rotary Club of Manila that inflation has fallen to 1.8% overall and 1.1% for the poorest 30% of households, while the banking sector shows strong capital adequacy at 16.4% and liquidity at 180% of...
By Bank for International Settlements (BIS) – Press releases
News•Feb 4, 2026
Federal Reserve Board Finalizes Hypothetical Scenarios for Its Annual Stress Test and Votes to Maintain the Current Stress Test-Related Capital...
The Federal Reserve Board finalized the hypothetical scenarios for its 2026 annual stress test, keeping them largely unchanged from the October draft. The test will assess 32 large banks under a severe global recession, featuring a 10% unemployment peak, a...
By Federal Reserve Board – All press releases
News•Feb 4, 2026
Vena Moves Into “Orchestrated” Financial Planning with Acterys Acquisition
Vena Solutions announced a cash‑and‑stock acquisition of Australia‑based Acterys, a profitable FP&A vendor with roughly $13 million in annual recurring revenue and over 300 customers. The deal merges Vena’s Excel‑native budgeting platform with Acterys’ Power BI‑driven operational planning and app‑development suite. Vena...
By BetaKit (Canada)
News•Feb 4, 2026
Another Big 4 Ditches Their Executive Assistants For Offshore Ones Instead
KPMG Australia announced it will outsource roughly 200 of its 260 executive assistants to the Philippines, representing about 75% of its EA function. The move is part of a broader cost‑cutting initiative after advisory revenue fell 18% and overall revenue...
By Going Concern
News•Feb 4, 2026
Watchdog Warns on ‘Fire Sale Dynamics’ Risk in Repo Market
The Financial Stability Board warned that leveraged trades in the short‑term repo market could spark fire‑sale dynamics, pressuring sovereign bond prices. It highlighted a $16 trillion global repo market, with hedge‑fund borrowing near $3 trillion—about 25% of their assets—often conducted with zero...
By City A.M. — Markets