BANGKOK (AP) — Thousands of Russian tourists are stranded in Thai resorts because of the war in Ukraine, many unable to pay their bills or return home due to sanctions and canceled flights. The crisis in Europe has also put a damper on plans to revive the Southeast Asian nation’s …
Read More »SME lender finance companies raise $144M led by SoftBank Vision Fund 2, plus $150M in debt lines – TechCrunch
Small businesses are the backbone of Southeast Asia’s economy, but many struggle to get working capital loans because they don’t have a traditional credit history or collateral , say the founders of Finance companies. The fintech, which claims to be the region’s largest SME digital finance platform, uses alternative forms …
Read More ȣ44m of dormant asset funding released for charities and social enterprises
Funding will help tackle youth unemployment, support communities in deprived areas and give people in need access to finance New government bill could unlock an extra £880m for good causes Communities and good causes across England have received an additional £44million through the Dormant Assets Scheme. The funding will be …
Read More »2021 negotiation exceeds ‘wildest expectations’
After a slump in 2020 largely due to the COVID pandemic, mergers and acquisitions in Texas in 2021 hit record highs, both in number and value. Energy, technology and manufacturing companies led the wave of M&A activity last year. And M&A experts say they expect the same for 2022. Texas …
Read More »Dorset charities are struggling during the pandemic
Charity Funding DORSET Charities say it could take more than a year for their funds to recover from the Covid pandemic – with demand for their services hitting an all time high. Charities across the county spoke about the challenges they faced during the pandemic and the impact it had …
Read More »Ottoman Kebab House launches at Lynch Lane Trading Estate, Weymouth
A NEW takeaway kebab and pizza shop has opened near a holiday park in a busy shopping area of Weymouth, bringing with it 15+ jobs to follow this summer. The Ottoman Kebab House opened on Monday evening January 17 on Lynch Lane Trading Estate to the delight of those who …
Read More »CURO completes the acquisition of Heights Finance
[ad_1] WICHITA, Kansas, December 28, 2021– (COMMERCIAL THREAD) – CURO Group Holdings Corp. (NYSE: CURO) (“CURO”), a technology-based omnichannel consumer finance company serving unprivileged and privileged consumers in the United States and Canada, today announced that it has completed its previously announced the acquisition of Heights Finance, a consumer finance …
Read More »Christmas Toy Appeal raises a record amount
[ad_1] DORSET Echo’s call for Christmas toys this year received a record amount for underprivileged young people. Over 700 young people will receive a Christmas present this year thanks to the âoverwhelmingâ generosity of benevolent readers and businesses. A staggering £ 8,348 was received in donations, along with hundreds of …
Read More »Covid-19 Briefing: Friday December 17, 2021
[ad_1] Guide for companies published The Scottish government has released new guidelines to help limit the rapid spread of the Omicron variant which went into effect from 00.01 today (Friday 17th December 2021). Businesses will now be legally required to take reasonable steps to minimize the transmission of the coronavirus …
Read More »The most “requested” seaside towns for house hunters revealed
Bournemouth, on the south coast of England, is the most requested seaside hot spot for homebuyers in 2021. Remote working has seen more and more people leave cities, which means searches for coastal property have increased dramatically. 1 Most Popular Coastal Cities For Shoppers According To Rightmove Data At the …
Read More »Covid woes and supply chain issues among FTSE reshuffle drivers
[ad_1] The quarterly review of the FTSE All Share index is based on today’s closing prices and is due to be announced on Wednesday, December 1, with changes taking effect after the close on Friday, December 17. – A sparkling performance of Electrical components pushes it into a privileged position …
Read More »Free financial education available to city residents
[ad_1] With the drying up of payday and online loans for Evanston and other Illinois residents, some people are faced with a dilemma. That is, what do you do when you need money, but the lenders you were counting on no longer provide the money? This is one effect of …
Read More »One in 16 homes sold in the UK this year as the property market booms
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the UK property market, with buyers unable to see a potential new home during closings to the ‘space race’ for a new home during periods market opening. And one of the results of this market shift is revealed in the latest …
Read More »Private islands for sale in Queensland go cheap, but lifestyle has its challenges
Eager buyers trying to get a foot on the property ladder could grab a tropical island for the price of a one-bedroom Sydney apartment, according to a real estate agent. Key points: Queensland’s private island market is seeing a lot of activity amid pandemic remoteness from cities The islands have …
Read More »Information armament in China
[ad_1] By Colonel R Hariharan In the biggest cleanup since Covid-19 was brought under control, China recently launched a multi-pronged regulatory crackdown on a wide range of industries, raising many uncertainties. It can be interpreted as the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in President Xi Jinping’s way of reminding tech giants …
Read More »What will Fumio Kishida do? by Koichi Hamada
To be as constructive as prime minister as he has been as foreign minister, Japan’s new leader will need to overcome bureaucratic resistance and clearly articulate his political goals and strategy to achieve them. Unless he does, he is unlikely to stay in power for long. TOKYO – A month …
Read More »Netball stars reunite as league celebrates with awards night
[ad_1] PLAYERS from the South & West Dorset Netball League descended on the Dorchester Trinity Club for their annual presentation night, with an array of award winners. This well-deserved celebration unfortunately could not take place last year, due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but this year the event was back in …
Read More »Covid: 639 new cases recorded in Dorset in past 24 hours
[ad_1] IN the past 24 hours, a total of 639 new cases of coronavirus have been recorded in Dorset, according to the latest statistics. The latest government figures show 639 people tested positive for Covid-19 in the county in the 24 hours leading up to 4 p.m. on Sunday, October …
Read More »How Online Loan Aggregators Are Contributing To UAE Retail Lending Penetration
[ad_1] GURUGRAM, India, October 6, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The banking industry in the UAE is a highly fragmented space with a presence of around 60 national and international banks in the country. After the 2016 oil crisis, suffering from high NPAs, UAE banks tended to be more cautious …
Read More »Haulier gives colorful heavyweight makeover to attract more visitors to Stoke-on-Trent
[ad_1] A transport company in Stoke-on-Trent has given a makeover to two of its trucks, in an effort to attract more visitors to the city. Hanley-based Danny W Poole and Sons has paid for a new livery on two of his trucks showcasing some of the Potteries’ most popular tourist …
Read More »UK MarketFinance Secures $ 383 Million To Power Its SME Online Lending Platform – TechCrunch
[ad_1] Small and medium-sized businesses regularly face cash flow problems. But while this is an already embarrassing situation, it has been exacerbated to the breaking point for too many people during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now a British startup called MarketFinance – which has set up a lending platform to help …
Read More »Ironman Weymouth’s ‘incredible’ comeback after two-year hiatus
[ad_1] LOCALS, organizers and athletes hailed the success of Ironman Weymouth, who returned yesterday after a two-year absence, which gave the region a major economic boost. Over 1,500 athletes completed the 70.3 mile course which involved a 1.3 mile swim in the bay, a 56 mile bike ride through the …
Read More »Online Loan Market Size, Growth and Analysis by Major Key Players – Upstart, Funding Circle, Prosper, CircleBack Lending – Stillwater Current
[ad_1] Sample download request Request a discount Company Profile The latest recently published study, The forecast period of the global online lending market, 2021-2028. According to the study, the global online lending market was valued at XX USD and is expected to reach XX USD by 2027, exceeding only XX …
Read More »UM retains Tourism Australia global media account
[ad_1] Tourism Australia has renamed UM to manage its global advertising space buying services in 15 key markets, including Australia. The appointment is for a five-year period from September 2021, structured as an initial three-year contract period with options for two further one-year extensions. UM was first appointed to manage …
Read More »Global digital finance market analysis 2021-2028: Urban FT, Alkami, Kony, Technisys, Infosys Finacle, etc.
[ad_1] Introduction:The valuation report offers a comprehensive review of the fundamental areas that contribute a colossal share of companies’ share, as well as an assessment of the most recent models and market drivers that anticipate a monstrous share in improving the market. in these areas. The new report on Digital …
Read More »Castlewellan’s Hillyard House appoints Will Brown as chef
[ad_1] One of Northern Ireland’s most renowned chefs has been appointed to run the restaurant of a charming new guest house in Castlewellan. Will Brown, who worked under Marco Pierre White and Gordon Ramsey in London and as a chef at The Old Schoolhouse family-run restaurant in Comber, previously held …
Read More »Fake Australian tourism ad mocks border closures, life in lockdown
[ad_1] The COVID pandemic has been tough on all industries, but none more so than Australian tourism. Closed borders, mandatory hotel quarantines, and inflated flight prices have made entry into the country nearly impossible – unless, of course, you’re a top celebrity. And while the harshness of these measures helped …
Read More »South Western Ambulance Sees Record Demand
[ad_1] SATURDAY was the second busiest day in the history of the South West Ambulance Service (SWASFT) as crews saw unprecedented levels of demand. Deputy Director of Operations William Lee urged people to only call 999 in a life-threatening emergency. He said, âOur people are working incredibly hard to meet …
Read More »‘Eleventh Night’ bonfires to be lit in Northern Ireland
[ad_1] Bonfires will be lit across Northern Ireland on Sunday evening as the traditional ‘Eleventh Night’ celebrations begin. More than 160 pyres are expected to be lit to usher in the main date of the parade season of the Protestant faithful orders – July 12. As July 11 falls on …
Read More »We deserve a leader who can plan for the future, not a buffoon who couldn’t run a bath let alone the country.
[ad_1] This government really has no idea. Looks like he’s going from one crisis to the next. Good planning is the key to success. © REUTERS Boris Johnson Until the NHS takes control of the deployment of the Covid-19 vaccination, Matt hancockthe lack of planning and foresight has caused the …
Read More »‘Day of action’ for the UK travel industry
[ad_1] British travelers are being unfairly denied the summer getaway they deserve. This is the message of Brittany ferry because the company supports ABTA’s ‘Day of Action’ alongside other travel industry players, including Aberdeen International Airport unand the Royal Aeronautical Society. They are calling on the UK government to clarify …
Read More »“It is only human to feel the need to provide help in any way possible” – 30 quotes from the fight against COVID-19 in India
[ad_1] Launched in 2014, HistoryCocks is a weekly column of YourStory, with notable quotes in our articles from last week. This special series of compilations focuses on India’s fight against COVID-19 (see last week’s post here). Share these quotes and excerpts with your networks, and come back to the original …
Read More »Launch of a new strategic consulting and support firm for travel, tourism and leisure businesses in Northern Ireland
[ad_1] According to Irish news, a new strategic consultancy and support firm for travel, tourism and leisure businesses was started in Northern Ireland by Diane Poole, a seasoned figure in travel and tourism. The goal of this new consulting firm is to provide strategic advice and support to the industry …
Read More »Council aims to help tourism businesses regain their full strength as industry recovers from pandemic impact
[ad_1] A new consulting firm has been set up to help tourism businesses in Northern Ireland recover from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. DP Consultancy is the brainchild of industry mainstay Diane Poole OBE and will provide strategic advice and support to players in the tourism, travel and leisure …
Read More »Travel and tourism expert opens new agency
[ad_1] ONE of Ireland’s most experienced travel and tourism figures, Diane Poole, has launched her own consultancy to provide strategic advice and support to the industry as the Covid-19 recovery process begins to start. DP Consultancy offers a range of services to companies working in the tourism, travel and leisure …
Read More »Carrickfergus travel and tourism expert opens new agency
[ad_1] Diane Poole MBE, one of the country’s most seasoned travel and tourism figures, launched DP Consultancy earlier this year. The company offers a wide range of services to businesses working in the tourism, travel and leisure industry, including strategy development, networking and lobbying, individual and team mentoring, and crisis …
Read More »Now is the time to invest in an income property?
[ad_1] Monique Geurts and her husband Caspar bought an income property in Prince Edward Island in 2015, but the pandemic and the scorching Canadian housing market created a difficult environment. ALANA SPRAGUE / the globe and the mail When Monique Geurts and her husband Caspar bought Victoria Cottages – located …
Read More »Clarkston City Council deals final blow to prison site | North West
[ad_1] Clarkston City Council unanimously slammed the door Monday night on Asotin County’s plan to build a new jail near 14th Street and Port Drive. With a 7-0 vote, the council accepted the factual findings and conclusions of the law presented by the city’s planning and zoning commission, saying the …
Read More »Two women outclassed for top job at JP Morgan when Jamie Dimon steps down
[ad_1] TWO women are seen as the most likely candidates for the top job at JP Morgan when CEO Jamie Dimon ultimately steps down. The US bank – which is Bournemouth’s largest private sector employer – has promoted two possible successors in a high-profile reshuffle. Marianne Lake and Jennifer Piepszak, …
Read More »As lumber prices soar, retailers become bearers of bad news
[ad_1] Art Hicks is the owner of the Home Hardware Building Center in Witless Bay. He’s tired of giving customers bad news about the price of lumber these days. (Zach Goudie / CBC) At the Home Hardware Building Center in Witless Bay, just south of St. John’s, owner Art Hicks …
Read More »Betterment Deploys Cash Objectives Functionality | Zoom Fintech
[ad_1] Share Tweeter Share Share Share Publish To post To help its banking clients set aside funds for investment goals, Betterment is rolling out a new Betterment Cash Goals attribute. Users can view all of their funds in one place and record their intention by creating different scissors for long …
Read More »Reston Affiliate Points Affirmation on Returning $ 1.3 Million PPP Loan | Zoom Fintech
[ad_1] Reston Affiliation Board of Directors Fills Gaps in Monetary Decision Making Due to Accepting $ 1.3 Million Loan from Paycheck Security Program that it has not since qualified several months. Some RA members criticized CEO Hank Lynch for continuing the PPP loan at the end of March without consulting …
Read More »Boris Johnson | Zoom Fintech
[ad_1] Alexander Boris de Pfeffel Johnson (born June 19, 1964) is actually a British politician, author and former journalist who served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom as well as leader of the Conservative Party after 2019. He was Foreign Minister from 2016 to 2018. and Mayor of London …
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