9 February, 2017 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Temporary Work Even Bigger In Europe
Temporary Work Even Bigger In Europe
Temporary, contract, gig employment and job-hopping are fast becoming the new norm in the U.S. and elsewhere, especially among the younger workforce.
9 February, 2017 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Lutnick’s BGC Partners plans IPO for Newmark
Lutnick’s BGC Partners plans IPO for Newmark
Howard Lutnick’s BGC Partners, the parent company of Newmark Grubb Knight Frank, took the first step Thursday toward spinning the brokerage off into a separate company through an initial public offering. The company issued a statement Thursday saying it had confidentially submitted a draft registration statement relating to the IPO with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
9 February, 2017 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Media Stocks: What to Watch in 2017
Media Stocks: What to Watch in 2017
The $100 billion U.S. TV industry is in a state of disruption. New online streaming options are giving consumers more choice, and traditional cable providers are bleeding customers. The media titans of old are being forced to adapt or suffer irrelevance. A wave of industry consolidation has ensued, as a slew of massive, multibillion-dollar mergers have reshaped the competitive landscape in recent years — with more likely to come in the years ahead.
9 February, 2017 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on USDMXN tests last weeks low after hike in rates
USDMXN tests last weeks low after hike in rates
Raises rate to 6.25% from 5.75%
The Banxico raised rates by 50 BP to 6.25% from 5.75% in an effort to stay ahead of the currency weakness and 2nd round CPI effects.
9 February, 2017 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Crowdfunding Now On StartEngine: Hylete, Monday Motorbikes, & More
Crowdfunding Now On StartEngine: Hylete, Monday Motorbikes, & More
StartEngine announced on Wednesday the launch of four new funding opportunities. The initiatives were dedicated to Hylete, Monday Motorbikes, Alkane Truck Company, and Rayton Solar (which previously Tested the Waters on the equity crowdfunding platform). Hylete Hylete is described as a community-driven performance fitness apparel brand…. Read More
9 February, 2017 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Bond Report: Treasurys on track to snap strongest advance since June
Bond Report: Treasurys on track to snap strongest advance since June
Treasury prices fell on Thursday, pushing yields higher, after President Donald Trump said he would make a “major” announcement about his tax-policy plans some time during the coming weeks.
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9 February, 2017 by The TZ Newswire Staff Comments Off on Fed’s Bullard: Rate Hikes Won’t Come Until Fiscal Uncertainty Resolved
Fed’s Bullard: Rate Hikes Won’t Come Until Fiscal Uncertainty Resolved
St. Louis Fed President James Bullard said Thursday that interest rates could stay low at least through the end of 2017, with the Federal Reserve under no pressure to lift rates unless the ongoing fiscal uncertainty is completely resolved.
His comments came after last week’s Federal Reserve meeting, in which the cabal left rates unchanged, as was roundly expected. The Fed next meets in March, but investors shouldn’t anticipate to see a rate hike then, either. From Reuters: