If you haven’t yet subscribed to my Substack, it’s where I get a little more personal—writing from the heart about self-care, motherhood, wellness, and all things in between. This post resonated with our community there, so today I wanted to share an excerpt with you here. “Healthy eating” means different things to different people, and I […]
Fintech stocks have been some of the market’s most exciting and volatile names in recent years. After a bruising stretch where rising interest rates weighed heavily on growth-oriented financial technology companies, the sector has found new life in 2025. With investors now looking ahead to lower rates and continued innovation in digital banking, lending, and […]
North American banks lead digital banking with AI tools, unified apps, and fintech integrations, enhancing client engagement, onboarding, and personalized financial experiences. In North America, Bank of America (BofA) and A+ Federal Credit Union (A+FCU) excel in their digital-transformation efforts, focusing on client relationships and boosting user engagement through innovative technology. BofA recorded 26 billion […]
S&P Global Ratings raised India’s sovereign credit rating in mid-August from BBB- to BBB, one notch above its lowest investment-grade rating. The rating agency had moved India’s rating to a positive outlook in March, but the upgrade itself came after a gap of 18 years. S&P cited the Indian government’s sound fiscal management, strong GDP […]
Corporate treasury teams are increasingly embracing AI to manage volatile foreign exchange (FX) risk—a shift supported by real-world results that demonstrate both cost reduction and strategic gains. The key takeaway for corporate treasury teams: AI-powered FX hedging isn’t just theoretical; it has delivered real, measurable savings for a major airline. In a recent pilot, Citigroup […]
The labor market may be cooling, but employers are still planning on giving out above-average raises next year. Businesses say they’re increasing their salary budgets by about 3.5% in 2026, according to several recent reports. That’s a slight uptick from the pre-pandemic norm of 3%. “With turnover slowing, companies are getting more strategic about where […]
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on September 17 is likely to bring an interest rate cut. Although analysts expect a modest trimming amid concerns over unemployment figures, this would mark the first time in 2025 that the Fed opted to lower rates. As such, the market is anticipating some relief in this area, […]
Western European banks are redefining digital banking with personalized, seamless, and lifestyle-oriented solutions. In Western Europe, top banks are developing comprehensive digital banking solutions that cater to a wide range of customer needs, thereby enhancing the overall banking experience. For instance, Eurobank offers an extensive suite of mobile wallets, investment tools, and account-aggregation services. Turkey’s […]
Talk about a reversal of fortunes. Barely two weeks after US President Donald Trump called for the resignation of Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan on account of his alleged conflicts of interest, Tan sold a 10% stake in the chipmaker to the US government. In a Truth Social post on Aug. 7, Trump wrote, “The CEO […]
Oh, fall in Texas. We pull on sweaters even when it’s 85 degrees, decorate with all the shades of autumn leaves (since ours stay stubbornly green), and start planning Halloween in September. And don’t even get me started on the candles. But without a doubt, my favorite part of the season is baking. Every year, […]