Myanmar’s military chief Min Aung Hlaing gestures as earthquake survivors gather in the compound of a hospital in Naypyidaw on March 28, 2025, after an earthquake in central Myanmar.Sai Aung Main | Afp | Getty ImagesAid groups in the worst-hit areas of Myanmar said there was an urgent need for shelter, food and water after an earthquake that killed more than 2,700 people, but said the country’s civil war could prevent help from reaching those in need.The death toll had reached 2,719 and is expected to rise to more than 3,000, Myanmar’s military leader Min Aung Hlaing said in a…
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Image source: Getty Images Prudential (LSE: PRU) shares have been out of favour for years. All of a sudden however, they appear to be making a huge comeback. Since 13 January, they’ve risen around 39%. That makes them one of the best performers in the FTSE 100 index over that timeframe. I’m in the red I’m an investor in Prudential. And I’ve been underwater for a while now due to the stock’s lousy performance. But I was never tempted to sell. Because I continue to believe that this insurer – which is focused on Asia and Africa – has a…
Image source: Getty Images My AstraZeneca (LSE: AZN) shares have made moderate gains of 7% since Christmas — slightly above the 5% gain of the FTSE 100. A £10,000 investment back then would have returned about £755 (including returns from the 2.2% dividend yield). It’s not much to write home about, but not bad for such a short period. And it’s certainly a nice change from the 27% drop suffered in late 2024. That came as a bit of a shock, especially since I bought the shares as a hedge against volatility. Now, at approximately £11 a share, it’s edging…
Kazakhstan has launched the Partnership for Market Implementation Project (PMI), backed by the World Bank, to advance its carbon market and support the country’s transition to sustainable growth.The initiative is led by the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources in collaboration with Zhasyl Damu JSC.It aims to refine Kazakhstan’s Emissions Trading System (ETS), encourage emissions reductions, and develop a domestic carbon credit market while positioning the country for international carbon trading.The World Bank’s PMI Trust Fund has allocated a $4.8 million grant to support the project, which will run until June 30, 2028, according to a statement last week.As the…
Image source: Getty Images BP’s (LSE: BP) share price has fallen 19% from its 12 April one-year traded high of £5.40. Much of its price movement has reflected the benchmark Brent oil price pattern. But more recently it has also factored in market perceptions of a change in its energy transition strategy. Specifically, the market has expected a moderation of its green energy targets and an acceleration of oil and gas production. Analysts believe this shift could redress the valuation gap between BP’s share price and those of its fossil fuel-focused competitors. Following through on its strategic reset When BP…
What worked in previous years may not work this year or in the years to come. This is the harsh reality of the ever-changing world of finance. Therefore, it is essential to regularly assess your financial actions and make adjustments as needed, either on your own or with the guidance of a professional financial planner. There is no better time to do this than at the start of the new financial year. As Financial Year 2025-26 commences today (April 1), you may use this opportunity to get all your financial affairs on track. Below is a list of seven personal…
Image source: Getty Images The Helium One Global (LSE:HE1) share price had an eventful day yesterday (31 March). Before the start of trading, the company announced the news that shareholders have been patiently waiting for. Namely, that the company has formally accepted the terms of the mining licence offered by the government of Tanzania. The first annual fee has been paid. And the necessary legal work to finalise the various contracts will now follow. A formal assessment of the helium reserves will then be undertaken. Not surprisingly, the news helped drive the share price 9.5% higher. After all, it represents…
Image source: Getty Images I own several shares specifically to generate a very high passive income. This is money made with minimal effort on my part, aside from choosing the stocks and monitoring their progress periodically. These stocks have already enabled me to live a much better life than I would have done otherwise. And they should also allow me to enjoy an extremely comfortable retirement when I decide the time is right. My core passive income portfolio consists of M&G (current dividend yield 10.2%), Phoenix Group Holdings (9.5%), aberdeen (9.4%), Legal & General (8.8%), and British American Tobacco (7.4%).…
Climate Change Authority chairman Matt Kean has material personal interests in three agricultural projects generating carbon credits through green investment firm Wollemi Capital, while at the same time advising the federal government about carbon farming and emissions targets.Kean, the former NSW Liberal treasurer appointed to the CCA by the Albanese government in June 2024, declared the interests to CCA’s register of material interests when he took on the role. The Australian Financial Review obtained Kean’s declarations to the register under the Freedom of Information Act.Loading… Source link
Image source: Getty Images Based on amounts declared for its 2024 financial year, Harbour Energy (LSE:HBR) is a dividend stock that’s currently (31 March) yielding 9.8%. Admittedly, some of this above-average yield has been caused by a disappointing share price performance. Since March 2024, it’s fallen by a quarter. But even if the stock was changing hands close to its 52-week high, it would still be yielding over 6%. The average for the FTSE 250 is 3.4%. I’m convinced that softening energy prices have contributed to the share price fall. For example, over the past 12 months, Brent crude has…