Privatization lobbyists celebrate Carney’s silence on Smith’s two-tier scheme 

Mel Stride: Whilst Labour try to stop their own collapse we are focussing on growth and renewal

A big reason we lost our way in government was too often we failed to remember that the private sector is where growth will come from. Some in business thought Labour would be on their side. Most can now see that this Labour Party has no understanding of how business works. We do. The post Mel Stride: Whilst Labour try to stop their own collapse we are focussing on growth and renewal appeared first on Conservative Home.

Knack Packaging share price list at 10.5% premium on NSE debut

According to an analyst the company is supported by healthy revenue growth, improving profitability and high return on equity; customer concentration risk and execution of the new manufacturing facility are the factors to watch

Senate Defense Bill Would Establish Fund for Government to Buy Into Private Companies

Government stakes in private companies has gained support from both sides of the political aisle.

Politics! Pipeline triple play, renovating 24 Sussex

Three parties, two levels of government, one new pipeline plan. The politics of Carney’s pipeline triple play.

Hamilton Lane Raises $3.8 Billion Fund Targeting Mid-Market Private Equity Deals

Erik Hirsch, Co-CEO at Hamilton Lane, discussed the firm's recent 3.8 billion fundraise aimed at co-investing alongside private equity in mid-market companies. Hirsch emphasized the focus on smaller and mid-sized firms that are typically too small to pursue public offerings, highlighting that significant returns in private markets often come from these less visible segments. He speaks with Romaine Bostick Katie Greifeld on The Close. (Source: Bloomberg)

Cost pressure to keep Q1 profit growth muted for Nifty 50 companies

Nifty 50 companies anticipate double-digit revenue growth for the June 2026 quarter. Profit growth is projected to remain in single digits due to margin compression. Input cost inflation and elevated crude prices are impacting profitability significantly. Companies with strong pricing power are expected to better protect their profit margins. Select sectors like automobiles and banking are poised for strong growth.

Home Depot: A New Corporate Focus, But Familiar Valuation And Chart Stories

Home Depot: A New Corporate Focus, But Familiar Valuation And Chart Stories

Direct US stocks or GIFT City? Which saves more tax

Direct US stocks or GIFT City? Which saves more tax

Nike at a 12-Year Low or Lululemon at an 8-Year Low? Here's the Better Turnaround Stock for Deep Value Investors to Buy in July.

Both of these companies are struggling, but one has a clear advantage.

It Failed in France. It Would Be a Disaster in California.

To many, the 5 percent wealth tax on California’s ballot this year may sound like a harmless way to raise money, a proposal only billionaires would dislike. Yet leaders from across the political spectrum oppose the plan, including Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California, the California Teachers Association and Gov. Gavin Newsom, a Democrat. The critics []

Pipeline-a-palooza: unpacking the week in Canadian energy politics

If pipelines really are Canada’s economic saviour, why are taxpayers footing the bill for them?

Chapter 4: Liberalism and the Political Parties

Why liberalism differs from interest-based parties, the crisis of parliamentary government, and the misleading charge that liberalism is merely the “party of capital.”

Liquor Stocks Are Priced for a Big Tobacco Moment

Declines in drinking are hurting distillers’ shares, but has the selloff gone too far?

California’s Biggest Tax Hike Is Mike McGuire’s Blueprint

Gavin Newsom and corrupt Sacramento Democrats just approved “the largest tax increase in state history,” including new taxes on software downloads and raising health insurance premiums. Mike McGuire didn’t just cheer on California’s failed formula, he voted for it: higher taxes, higher prices, and bigger government. That’s why McGuire refuses to call out Gavin Newsom’s record and [] The post California’s Biggest Tax Hike Is Mike McGuire’s Blueprint appeared first on NRCC.

Big-Name Chain Stores + Restaurants Closing Locations in 2026

Big-Name Chain Stores + Restaurants Closing Locations in 2026

Costco’s $14 Craft Beer Won Industry Awards. Now the Retailer Is Quietly Discontinuing It for Good

After less than two years, Costco and Deschutes Brewery are ending their co-branded line.

Illinois allows lawmaker conflicts of interest – Illinois Policy

In principle, lawmakers benefit from having private-sector experience outside of politics. But private industry often stands to benefit or lose from legislation working its way through Springfield. When lawmakers are tied to those industries, clear conflicts of interest can result.

Fidelity’s Chainlink-Powered FILQ Fund Shows Tokenized Finance Is Getting More Practical

Tokenized finance becomes much more interesting when it stops being a concept deck and starts looking like fund plumbing. Fidelity’s FILQ integration with Chainlink fits that category. The headline is not just that a lar