Australia markets closed

  • ALL ORDS

    6,935.40
    -51.40 (-0.74%)
     

  • AUD/USD

    0.7676
    -0.0030 (-0.39%)
     

  • ASX 200

    6,663.00
    -52.40 (-0.78%)
     

  • OIL

    52.29
    -0.07 (-0.13%)
     

  • GOLD

    1,833.60
    +3.70 (+0.20%)
     

  • BTC-AUD

    48,315.45
    +1,388.35 (+2.96%)
     

  • CMC Crypto 200

    717.45
    -17.69 (-2.41%)
     
Sign up NOW ✉️:

Want to master your money in 2021?

Join Yahoo Finance's 6-week bootcamp challenge!

Coca-Cola’s Earnings Take a Historic Hit From Decreased Consumer Interactions

Demitrios Kalogeropoulos, The Motley Fool
·3-min read
Coca-Cola’s Earnings Take a Historic Hit From Decreased Consumer Interactions

The iconic brand's focus on away-from-home sales was a big liability during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Continue reading

Latest stories

  • Global Ultra High Purity Silicon Carbide Market, 2020-2027 - Quantum Computing, Artificial Intelligence, and 5G Technology to Provide New Opportunities - ResearchAndMarkets.com

    The "Ultra High Purity Silicon Carbide Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Application (Semiconductor, LEDs), by Region (North America, Europe, APAC, CSA, MEA), and Segment Forecasts, 2020-2027" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

  • GLOBAL MARKETS-Stocks sink as coronavirus fears outweigh recovery hopes

    Global stock markets sank on Monday as soaring COVID-19 cases offset investor hopes of a quick economic recovery, even after data showing that the Chinese economy rebounded faster-than-expected in the fourth quarter of 2020. European stocks as measured by the STOXX 600 index traded 0.1% lower as of 1134 GMT, after failed merger talks between French retailer Carrefour and Alimentation Couche-Tard.

  • Deepak Chopra's Money Mistakes and What He's Learned

    One of the world's most well-known wellness gurus didn't always have his financial life figured out.

  • The Global Motor Graders Market is expected to grow by $ 671.49 mn during 2021-2025, progressing at a CAGR of 3% during the forecast period

    Global Motor Graders Market 2021-2025 The analyst has been monitoring the motor graders market and it is poised to grow by $ 671. 49 mn during 2021-2025, progressing at a CAGR of 3% during the forecast period.New York, Jan. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Global Motor Graders Market 2021-2025" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p05666390/?utm_source=GNW Our report on motor graders market provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current global market scenario, latest trends and drivers, and the overall market environment. The market is driven by the operational benefits of motor graders and technological advances in motor graders. In addition, the operational benefits of motor graders is anticipated to boost the growth of the market as well. The motor graders market analysis includes product segments and geographical landscapes. The motor graders market is segmented as below: By Product • MS motor graders • LS motor graders • SS motor graders By Geographical Landscapes • APAC • North America • Europe • South America • MEA This study identifies growing demand from the construction industry as one of the prime reasons driving the motor graders market growth during the next few years. The analyst presents a detailed picture of the market by the way of study, synthesis, and summation of data from multiple sources by an analysis of key parameters. Our report on motor graders market covers the following areas: • Motor graders market sizing • Motor graders market forecast • Motor graders market industry analysis Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p05666390/?utm_source=GNWAbout ReportlinkerReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. Reportlinker finds and organizes the latest industry data so you get all the market research you need - instantly, in one place.__________________________ CONTACT: Clare: clare@reportlinker.com US: (339)-368-6001 Intl: +1 339-368-6001

  • Global Bio-Isobutene Market 2020-2025: Market is Expected to Garner Significant Revenue of Approx $1.0 Billion by 2025, Growing at a Staggering CAGR of 150.30%

    Dublin, Jan. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Global Bio-Isobutene Market - A Global and Regional Analysis: Focus on Product, End Use, and Region-Level Analysis, 2020-2025" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. The global bio-isobutene market was at a pre-commercial stage in 2019 and accounted for $4.1 million. The market is expected to garner significant revenue of around $1.0 billion by 2025, growing at a whopping CAGR of 150.30% during the forecast period, 2020-2025. The global bio-isobutene market growth is mainly attributed to the increased demand for bio-based and green products in multiple application areas such as transportation (aerospace and defense, and automotive), rubber, plastic, personal care and cosmetics, lubricant, and solvent industries. Specialty fuel and polymer grade bio-isobutene have promising and emerging markets with high margins, predominantly in Europe and North America. Bio-isobutene is expected to bring reliability as well as environmental and socio-economic sustainability in the global chemical value chain. The increased consumption of bio-based fuels, primarily in the transportation industry (aerospace and defense), is predicted to propel the market. However, the exorbitant prices of all grades of isobutene are expected to hinder the market in the short run. COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the market and caused unprecedented devastation to various sectors, including the manufacturing industry in recent times. The crisis is expected to have intense socio-economic consequences across the globe. As a result, most of the countries are moving toward a new climate and nature-friendly economy model, i.e., circular bioeconomy. This, in turn, is expected to positively impact the global bio-isobutene market. Competitive Landscape Currently, the applications of bio-isobutene are majorly limited to fuel and cosmetic and personal care ingredients. However, with the commercialization of the product by 2022, the capabilities of bio-isobutene are expected to gain momentum. Despite the bio-isobutene market currently being highly consolidated, potential new players are expected to enter the value chain by 2025. Business expansions, partnerships, and collaborations are some of the business strategies executed in the bio-isobutene market. Several companies, including Gevo, Inc., Global Bioenergies, Butagaz, BASF SE, ExxonMobil, LanzaTech Inc., Songwon Industrial, Butamax Advanced Biofuels, LLC, Clariant, Lanxess AG, L'Oreal, Eastman Chemical Company, INEOS, Sinopec Corp, and Dow are anticipated to emerge as significant players in the global bio-isobutene value chain. Key Questions Answered in this Report: Why are is bio-isobutene is required in the market? How is the global bio-isobutene market is expected to evolve over the years?Which type of bio-isobutene is anticipated to dominate the market in the next five years?What is are the driving and restraining factors affecting the bio-isobutene market demand?How are the future trends expected to impact the bio-isobutene market in the coming years?What are the opportunities for the players across the bio-isobutene value chain?How is the demand for bio-isobutene market is expected to change with the stringent regulatory landscape?What are the are the end-user applications, driving the demand for bio-isobutene?Which region is expected to be the major consumer of the bio-isobutene during the forecast period?Which region is expected to emerge as a potential revenue-generating pocket during the forecast period 2020-2025?What are the business strategies adopted by major players in the bio-isobutene value chain?Which end-user industry is expected to dominate the bio-isobutene market by 2025?How are the prices of products expected to behave in the next five years, and what are is their impact on the bio-isobutene market?How is COVID-19 is expected to impact the bio-isobutene business, globally?Which key organizations are involved in the research and development for bio-isobutene product development?How is the demand-supply curve for the bio-isobutene is expected to shift over the years (2019-2025)?What are customer attributes across various countries for product adoption? Key Topics Covered: 1 Markets1.1 Industry Outlook1.1.1 Trends: Industry Dynamics Defining the Future Trends in Bio-Isobutene Market1.1.1.1 Focus on Development of Bio-Based Rubber and Rubber Chemicals1.1.1.2 Growing Research and Development Activities1.1.1.3 Adopting Sustainable Routes, Compromising Commercial Success1.1.2 Increasing Awareness Regarding Harmful Effects of Chemical-Based Products1.1.3 Supply Chain Analysis1.1.4 Industry Attractiveness1.1.5 Supply and Demand Analysis1.1.6 Ecosystem/Ongoing Programs1.2 Business Dynamics1.2.1 Business Drivers1.2.1.1 Impact of Business Drivers1.2.1.1.1 Stringent Government Regulation and Support for Sustainable Development1.2.1.1.2 Evolution in Major End User Industries in Europe: Automotive Sector1.2.1.1.3 Competitive Raw Material Cost1.2.1.1.4 Shifting Fuel Standards in Aerospace Industry1.2.2 Business Restraints1.2.2.1 Impact of Business Restraints1.2.2.1.1 Requirement of Highly Skilled Labor1.2.2.1.2 Technical Knowhow Barrier and Cost1.2.2.1.3 Highly Consolidated Market1.2.3 Business Strategies1.2.3.1 Product Developments1.2.3.2 Market Developments1.2.4 Corporate Strategies1.2.4.1 Mergers and Acquisitions, Partnerships, Joint Ventures, Collaborations, and Alliances1.2.4.2 Partnerships, Collaborations, and Contracts1.2.4.3 Mergers, Acquisitions, and Joint Ventures1.2.5 Business Opportunities1.2.5.1 Impact of Business Opportunities1.2.5.1.1 Target Bio-Based Cosmetic Industry1.2.5.1.2 Targeting Europe Market1.2.5.1.3 Collaboration with Transportation Industry1.2.5.1.4 Impact of COVID-19: Need to Scale up 2 Application2.1 Bio-Isobutene Market - Applications and Specifications2.1.1 Impact of COVID-19 on Major End-Use Industry (by Region), as of October 20202.2 Global Bio-Isobutene Market (by End User), Value and Volume, 2019-20252.2.1 Demand Analysis of - Demand Analysis (by End User)2.2.2 Fuel2.2.3 Butyl Rubber2.2.4 Bio-Based Cosmetic Ingredients2.2.5 Lubricant Additives2.2.6 Others (Plastic, Organic Glass etc.)2.2.6.1 Bio-Based Plastics2.2.6.2 Organic Glass2.2.7 Global Bio-Isobutene Market (by End User), Volume and Value, 2019-20252.2.7.1 Global Bio-Isobutene Demand (by End User), Volume and Value Data2.2.7.1.1 Pricing Analysis 3 Products3.1 Bio-Isobutene Market - Products and Specifications3.1.1 Types of Bio-Isobutene3.1.1.1 Straw-Derived Bio-Isobutene3.1.1.2 Sugar Beet and Cane-Derived Bio-Isobutene3.1.1.3 Others (Wood, Cereals, Tubers etc.)3.2 Bio-Isobutene Market - Demand Analysis (by Product)3.2.1 Global Bio-Isobutene Market (by Product), Volume and Value, 2019-20253.2.1.1 Global Bio-Isobutene Demand (by Product), Volume Data3.3 Product Benchmarking: Growth Rate - Market Share Matrix3.3.1 Opportunity Matrix, by Product 4 Region4.1 Opportunity Matrix, by Region 5 Markets - Competitive Benchmarking & Company Profiles BASF SEButagazButamax Advanced Biofuels, LLCClariantDowEastman Chemical CompanyExxon Mobil CorporationGevo, Inc.Global BioenergiesINEOSLanxess AGLanzaTech Inc.LOrealSinopec CorpSongwon Industrial For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/detxwr Research and Markets also offers Custom Research services providing focused, comprehensive and tailored research. CONTACT: CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager press@researchandmarkets.com For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

  • Crystal Palace consider move for Mainz 05 striker Jean-Philippe Mateta

    French striker has scored seven goals in 15 Bundesliga games this season

  • Left Atrial Appendage Closure Devices Market to reach US $4,122.3 million by 2028 - Global Insights on Key Trends, COVID-19 Impact Analysis, Growth Opportunities, Expansion Plans and Future Prospect: Adroit Market Research

    North America dominated the market for left atrial appendage closure devices market in 2020. The global left atrial appendage closure devices market is categorized based on product and end use.Dallas,Texas, Jan. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The “Global Left Atrial Appendage Closure Devices Market Size 2020, By Product (Endocardial LAA Closure Devices, Epicardial LAA Closure Devices) End Use (Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgery Centres, Other End Users) Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, South America, Middle East and Africa) and Forecast 2021 to 2028” study provides an elaborative view of historic, present and forecasted market estimates. Request a pdf sample at https://www.adroitmarketresearch.com/contacts/request-sample/1817 The global left atrial appendage closure devices market is projected to reach USD 4,122.3 million by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 23.7%. Growing occurrence of atrial fibrillation in elderly population and increasing government initiatives for technological development in these devices are some of the factors driving the growth of the global left atrial appendage closure devices market. Adroit Market Research report on global Left atrial appendage closure devices market gives a holistic view of the market from 2018 to 2028, which includes factors such as market drivers, restraints, opportunities and challenges. The market has been studied for historic years from 2018 to 2019, with the base year of estimation as 2020 and forecast from 2021 to 2028. The report covers the current status and future traits of the market at global as well as country level. In addition, the study also assesses the key players based on their product portfolio, geographic footprint, strategic initiatives and overall revenue. Prominent players operating in the global left atrial appendage closure devices market have been studied in detail. Browse the full report with Table of Contents and List of Figures at https://www.adroitmarketresearch.com/industry-reports/left-atrial-appendage-closure-devices-market The global left atrial appendage closure devices market is categorized based on product and end use. On the basis of product, the market is segmented into endocardial LAA closure devices and epicardial LAA closure devices. The endocardial LAA closure devices dominated the market in 2020. On the basis of end use, the market is segmented into hospitals, ambulatory surgery centres and other end users. The ambulatory surgery centres was the largest market in 2020. North America dominated the market for left atrial appendage closure devices in 2020, while Asia-Pacific is set to grow at the highest CAGR due to growing healthcare infrastructure. Key players of the global left atrial appendage closure devices market include Abbott, Boston Scientific, Articure, Johnson and Johnson, Occlutech, Lifetech Scientific, among others. Direct purchase the report at https://www.adroitmarketresearch.com/researchreport/purchase/1817 Major Points from Table of Contents:1. Introduction2. Research Methodology3. Executive Summary4. Market Outlook5. Left atrial appendage closure devices Market by Product, 2018-2028 (USD Million)6. Left atrial appendage closure devices Market by End use, 2018-2028 (USD Million)7. Left atrial appendage closure devices Market by Region, 2018-2028 (USD Million)8. Competitive Landscape9. Company Profiles Access research repository of Upcoming Reports @ https://adroitmarketresearch.com/upcoming.html About Us:Adroit Market Research is a global business analytics and consulting company incorporated in 2018. Our target audience is a wide range of corporations, manufacturing companies, product/technology development institutions and industry associations that require understanding of a market’s size, key trends, participants and future outlook of an industry. We intend to become our clients’ knowledge partner and provide them with valuable market insights to help create opportunities that increase their revenues. We follow a code– Explore, Learn and Transform. At our core, we are curious people who love to identify and understand industry patterns, create an insightful study around our findings and churn out money-making roadmaps. Contact Us:Ryan JohnsonAccount Manager - Global3131 McKinney Ave Ste 600Dallas, TX 75204Email ID: sales@adroitmarketresearch.com Phone No.: +1 972-362 -8199Connect with us: Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn

  • Ugandan opposition says troops raid its offices amid election challenge

    The leader of Uganda's main opposition party, Bobi Wine, said troops raided its headquarters on Monday as staff tried to prepare a legal challenge to President Yoweri Museveni's declared victory in an election last week. Wine, who is himself under house arrest, said party leaders were now on the run. "Our party office has been raided by the military and been cordoned off," Wine told Reuters.

  • Global Nutritional/Functional Bars Market Report 2021 with profiles of Leading Players | Abbott Laboratories, Coca-Cola, Groupe Danone, Lallemand, Nestle Nutrition, PepsiCo, and Unilever

    Dublin, Jan. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Global Nutritional/Functional Bars Market" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. This report studies the global market for nutritional/functional bars from 2019 as a base year and provides estimates for each year of the forecast period from 2020 to 2025, with projections of compound annual growth rates (CAGR). The scope of this report is broad and covers global markets for nutritional/functional bars that are used globally. The market is broken down by product type, product category, function, sales channel and region. The global nutritional/functional bar market has grown exponentially in the last few years, and this growth is expected to continue. The market is being driven by rising health concerns, an aging global population and growing per capita income in developing countries such as China, India and Brazil. The global nutritional/functional bars market is facing various challenges such as high prices for functional food products and a lack of awareness about functional foods. Due to exponential growth, there are many potential opportunities to enter the global functional foods market. Furthermore, increasing industry regulation worldwide, new product launches and an upswing in acquisitions are driving growth in the global nutritional/functional bar market. This report provides market insights into the global market for nutritional/functional bars, with specific focus on the U.S., Europe and India and the top ingredients in those countries. It provides an array of information including market size, expected growth rates, market drivers and restraints, as well as other trends and developments in the market. This market report organizes information from diverse sources into a cohesive unit that includes a comparison of premium versus mass functional product as well as the nutritional/functional bars value chain and the evolution of nutritional/functional bars. This report should serve as an analytical and informational business tool with the primary purpose of examining growth in the overall nutritional/functional bars market and individual segments of the nutritional/functional bar industry, as well as subcategories within those segments, new developments in the market, and current research and future opportunities in the nutritional/functional bar industry. The report also includes a discussion of the major players in each regional market for nutritional/functional bars. It explains the main market drivers of the global nutritional/functional bars market, current trends within the industry and regional dynamics of the nutritional/functional bar market. The Report Includes: Estimation of the actual market size and revenue forecasts for the upcoming meat alternative and corresponding market share analysis on the basis of product type, product category, function and sales/distribution channel with major regions and countries involvedDiscussion on the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the growth of global nutritional/functional bars market versus the global economyCountry-specific data and analysis for the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, Italy, France, U.K., Spain, India, China, Japan, South Africa, Brazil, Australia and New ZealandCompetitive benchmarking of the leading industry players and a clear understanding of the present position of players within the nutritional/functional bars marketplaceProfile description of the leading market participants along with their product portfolios and revenue analysis, including Abbott Laboratories, The Coca-Cola Company, Groupe Danone S.A., Lallemand Inc., Nestle Nutrition, PepsiCo Inc. and Unilever PLC Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Summary and Highlights Chapter 3 Market Overview IntroductionImportance of the IndustryPublic AttitudesImpact of ResearchBacking of Large ManufacturersEmerging Needs for Functional Food ProductsFunctional Food and Beverage Industry OverviewMarket StrategiesIncreasingly Aging PopulationsRising Healthcare CostsConsumer Inclination Towards Self-MedicationUse of Modern Technologies for More EfficiencyFew Contract Manufacturers in the IndustryKey Players Investing on New Product DevelopmentMarket Entry RequirementsUse of Modern TechnologiesFuture of the IndustryFunctional Food Research and Education ActRegulatory ClassificationsLeading Growth Product Prospects Chapter 4 Market Breakdown by Product Type Protein BarsMeal-Replacement BarsSnack BarsWhole Food Bars Chapter 5 Market Breakdown by Product Category Chapter 6 Market Breakdown by Function Sports and NutritionWeight ManagementGeneral Wellness and ImmunityOther Functions Chapter 7 Market Breakdown by Sales Channel Supermarkets and HypermarketsConvenience StoresSpecialist RetailersOnlineOther Sales Channel Chapter 8 Market Breakdown by Region Chapter 9 North American Market for Nutritional/Functional Bars Chapter 10 European Market for Nutritional/Functional Bars Chapter 11 Asia-Pacific Market for Nutritional/Functional Bars Chapter 12 South American Market for Nutritional/Functional Bars Chapter 13 Middle Eastern and African Market for Nutritional/Functional Bars Economic TrendsMiddle East and African Market Value Chapter 14 Growth Indicators and Key Supporting Factors Market Drivers for Nutritional/Functional BarsAcceptance of Nutritional/Functional BarsTasteConsumer Concern for Well-BeingProduct Innovation and Health ClaimsBranding ActivityMarket RestraintsStringent International LegislationStiff Competition in the MarketConsumer Attitudes Toward Nutritional/Functional BarsFinding Perfect Raw IngredientsConsumer PerceptionMarket OpportunitiesFew Contract ManufacturersFocus on New Product Development Chapter 15 Competitive Landscape OverviewImportant StrategiesNutritional/Functional Bar Market Share Chapter 16 Company Profiles IntroductionAbbott Laboratories Inc.A.G. Barr PlcAst Sports ScienceAtlantic Multipower Germany Gmbh And Co. OhgAttune Foods Inc.Champion Nutrition Inc.Clif Bar Inc.The Coca-Cola Co.Country Life LlcDean Foods Co.Enervit SpaGenuport Trade AgGlanbia PlcGroupe Danone S.A.Hain Celestial GroupHammer NutritionKraft FoodsLallemand Inc.Meiji Holdings Co. Ltd.Natural Organics Inc.Nature's Way Products LlcNestle NutritionNutrition & SantePepsico Inc.Reflex NutritionScience In SportsUnilever PlcWeider Germany Gmbh For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/q5l12b Research and Markets also offers Custom Research services providing focused, comprehensive and tailored research. CONTACT: CONTACT: ResearchAndMarkets.com Laura Wood, Senior Press Manager press@researchandmarkets.com For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900

  • The Global Lithium-Ion Battery (LIB) Separator Market is expected to grow by $ 2.11 bn during 2021-2025 progressing at a CAGR of 11% during the forecast period

    Global Lithium-Ion Battery Separator Market 2021-2025 The analyst has been monitoring the lithium-ion battery separator market and it is poised to grow by $ 2. 11 bn during 2021-2025 progressing at a CAGR of 11% during the forecast period.New York, Jan. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "Global Lithium-Ion Battery (LIB) Separator Market 2021-2025" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p05678779/?utm_source=GNW Our report on lithium-ion battery separator market provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding the current global market scenario, latest trends and drivers, and the overall market environment. The market is driven by the steady demand growth of smart devices, shift of automotive industry toward EVs and shortfalls of lead-acid batteries. In addition, steady demand growth of smart devices is anticipated to boost the growth of the market as well. The lithium-ion battery separator market analysis includes application segment and geographical landscapes The lithium-ion battery separator market is segmented as below: By Application • Automotive • Non-automotive By Geographical Landscapes • APAC • Europe • North America • MEA • South America This study identifies the high uptake rate of wet separator from automotive industry as one of the prime reasons driving the lithium-ion battery separator market growth during the next few years. Also, declining prices of lithium-ion batteries and growing need for environment-friendly vehicles will lead to sizable demand in the market. The analyst presents a detailed picture of the market by the way of study, synthesis, and summation of data from multiple sources by an analysis of key parameters. Our report on lithium-ion battery separator market covers the following areas: • Lithium-ion battery separator market sizing • Lithium-ion battery separator market forecast • Lithium-ion battery separator market industry analysis Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p05678779/?utm_source=GNWAbout ReportlinkerReportLinker is an award-winning market research solution. Reportlinker finds and organizes the latest industry data so you get all the market research you need - instantly, in one place.__________________________ CONTACT: Clare: clare@reportlinker.com US: (339)-368-6001 Intl: +1 339-368-6001

  • Thinking of Buying Land? Be Sure to Get Answers to These Questions

    Before you apply for a mortgage and buy land, though, be aware that there are sometimes considerable restrictions on what you can do with a property -- even if you own it. 1. Are there deed restrictions on what you can build? Also called "restrictive covenants," deed restrictions limit how you can use the plot.

  • Creating Community at Apartment Complexes -- Even Now

    Prior to the pandemic, many apartment complexes were engaging communities thanks to programming calendars filled with the likes of exercise classes, barbecues, and other in-person events. Now, there are property managers and landlords who are using technology to create a virtual calendar of events and programs that continue to foster a safe and socially distant community of tenants. If you've never thought about community programming for your tenants, or if you've had in-person events sidelined because of COVID-19, here are some ways to keep your tenants engaged with their neighbors and happy that they live in your building.

  • Guardian Capital Announces January 2021 Distributions for Guardian Capital ETFs

    TORONTO, Jan. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Guardian Capital LP announces the following regular cash distributions for the period ending January 31, 2021, in respect of the Guardian Capital ETFs listed below. In each case, the distribution will be paid on January 29, 2021 to unitholders of record on January 25, 2021. The ex-dividend date in each case is January 22, 2021. Exchange Traded FundClass of UnitsDistributionFrequencyTradingSymbolDistribution Amount(per Unit)Guardian Directed Equity Path ETFHedgedMonthlyGDEP$0.0685Guardian Directed Equity Path ETFUnhedgedMonthlyGDEP.B$0.0652Guardian Directed Premium Yield ETFHedgedMonthlyGDPY$0.1076Guardian Directed Premium Yield ETFUnhedgedMonthlyGDPY.B$0.1024 About Guardian Capital LPGuardian Capital LP is the manager and portfolio manager of the Guardian Capital Funds and each of the Guardian ETFs. Additionally, Guardian Capital manages portfolios for defined benefit and defined contribution pension plans, insurance companies, foundations, endowments and third-party mutual funds. Guardian Capital is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Guardian Capital Group Limited. For further information on Guardian Capital, please call 416-350-8899 or visit www.guardiancapitallp.com. About Guardian Capital Group LimitedGuardian Capital Group Limited is a diversified financial services company founded in 1962. Guardian operates in two main business areas, Asset Management and Financial Advisory. As of September 30, 2020, Guardian had C$32.7 billion of assets under management and C$20.8 billion of assets under administration. Guardian offers institutional and private wealth investment management services; financial services to international investors; services to financial advisors in its national mutual fund dealer, securities dealer, and insurance distribution network; and maintains and manages a proprietary investment portfolio, which had a fair market value of C$552 million at September 30, 2020. Its Common and Class A shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange; in 2019, Guardian celebrated 50 years as a listed company. To learn more about Guardian, visit www.guardiancapital.com. This communication is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to purchase Guardian Capital ETFs and is not, and should not be construed as, investment, tax, legal or accounting advice, and should not be relied upon in that regard. Commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with investments in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Please read the prospectus before investing. ETFs are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. You will usually pay brokerage fees to your dealer if you purchase or sell units of an ETF on the TSX. If the units are purchased or sold on the TSX, investors may pay more than the current net asset value when buying units of the ETF and may receive less than the current net asset value when selling them.

  • MNP Consumer Debt Index Reaches Lowest Point Ever Recorded as COVID Lockdown Measures Continue

    MNP Consumer Debt Index - January 2021 MNP Consumer Debt Index reaches the lowest point ever as pandemic drives down financial confidence and increases debt concerns among Canadians. Pandemic Impact: Declining financial confidence and increasing debt concerns among Canadians Four in ten not confident they can cover living expenses this year without going further into debt (+4). Four in ten are concerned about their current debt (+1). Fewer are confident in their ability to weather unexpected expenses without taking on more debt (29%, -3).Nearly half say they could be in financial trouble if interest rates increase (+1). Three in ten say they have taken on more debt as a direct result of the pandemic. CALGARY, Alberta, Jan. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the pandemic-related economic pain and wage loss continues, there are signs that the financial stressors of 2020 will continue to take their toll well into the New Year. Now in its fifteenth wave, the MNP Consumer Debt Index has reached the lowest point since inception. Conducted quarterly by Ipsos on behalf of MNP LTD, the Index tracks Canadians’ attitudes about their debt situation and their ability to meet their monthly payment obligations. Compared to September, it has dropped 5 points to stand at 89 points – marking the lowest level ever recorded and the largest quarterly decline since the Index was created back in June 2017. The record low was fuelled by Canadians’ negative perceptions of their personal finances, current household debt levels, and their concerns about weathering unexpected financial setbacks without taking on more debt. “Almost one year into the coronavirus crisis, the financial confidence of Canadians has reached a low point. The virus has understandably created significantly more financial anxiety for those directly impacted by job loss, declining wages and business closures. The Index shows that financial pressure is mounting for a large proportion of the country,” says Grant Bazian, president of MNP LTD. Four in ten (43%) Canadians say they are not confident they can cover their living expenses for the next year without going further into debt, a four-point increase from September. Around the same number feel concerned about their current level of debt (42%, +1) or regret the amount of debt they have taken on (45%, -1). “Financial comfort and preparedness are key aspects of an individual’s overall wellbeing. When we see so many Canadians feeling like they can’t afford living expenses without taking on more debt, it signals that more financial upheaval may be on the horizon – particularly with so much uncertainty still ahead,” explains Bazian. No more than three in ten (29%, -3) are confident in their ability to cope with life-changing events without increasing their debt burden. Just one in four Canadians (25%, -4) feel confident in their ability to cope with loss of employment or a change in wage or seasonal work. Fewer Canadians feel confident in their ability to cope financially with the death of an immediate family member (23%, -5), and a change in their relationship status (29%, -3) without increasing their debt load. “The single greatest cause of serious financial trouble can be an unexpected crisis. And the pandemic was the crisis that set into motion many unexpected life-changing financial disturbances that no one prepared for. For already indebted Canadians, any reduction in household income or an increase in unexpected expenses can have a snowball effect on debt as many take on even more credit to stay afloat,” explains Bazian. The survey found that as many as three in ten Canadians (28%) have taken on more debt as a direct result of the pandemic. This includes using credit cards (15%) or lines of credit (8%) to pay off bills, borrowing money from friends or family (10%), taking out a bank loan (3%), or using a payday loan service (3%). With interest rates low, six in ten (61%) feel that now is a good time to buy things that they otherwise might not be able to afford. Nearly half (47%) say that with current interest rates so low, they’re more relaxed about carrying debt than they usually are. This may be why fewer (22%) say they are losing sleep due to COVID-19 economic concerns (-12 since June) or the recession (20%, -5 since June). “Low interest rates may be providing unwarranted comfort. Some risk being lulled into a false sense of security that will put them in a debt trap,” cautions Bazian. “When individuals experiencing financial turmoil try to manage it by taking on additional debt, the results can be disastrous. They end up trying to fill a hole by digging another one,” says Bazian. The survey highlighted the risks of heavy reliance on credit: almost half of Canadians (47%, +1) are afraid that if interest rates go up, they could end up in financial trouble. Accumulating personal debt is also keeping some up at night, with one in four (24%) indicating their debt keeps them awake from worry, up 3 points since June. Just as many are kept up at night worrying how they’ll pay their bills (20%, -2 pts) or be able to afford essentials for their family (19%, unchanged). Bazian says that shame and pride often cause deeply indebted individuals to draw out their situation far too long. Some may face aggressive collections activity, or debt-relief scams, resulting in more stress and sleepless nights. Licensed Insolvency Trustees are the only federally regulated professionals who can guarantee legal protection from creditors and help people make informed choices to deal with their financial difficulties. “A consumer proposal or bankruptcy may be a necessary step for some, but others simply need reputable advice to develop a budget and a plan to deal with their debt. Everyone’s situation is different, which is why they need customized, unbiased advice from a professional,” says Bazian. To help severely indebted Canadians understand their rights and determine the best path forward, MNP’s national team of Licensed Insolvency Trustees offers free consultations. About MNP LTD MNP LTD, a division of the national accounting firm MNP LLP, is the largest insolvency practice in Canada. For more than 50 years, our experienced team of Licensed Insolvency Trustees and advisors have been working with individuals to help them recover from times of financial distress and regain control of their finances. With more than 230 Canadian offices from coast-to-coast, MNP helps thousands of Canadians each year who are struggling with an overwhelming amount of debt. Visit MNPdebt.ca to contact a Licensed Insolvency Trustee or use our free Do it Yourself (DIY) debt assessment tools. For regular, bite-sized insights about debt and personal finances, subscribe to the MNP 3 Minute Debt Break Podcast. About the MNP Consumer Debt Index The MNP Consumer Debt Index measures Canadians’ attitudes toward their consumer debt and gauges their ability to pay their bills, endure unexpected expenses, and absorb interest-rate fluctuations without approaching insolvency. Conducted by Ipsos and updated quarterly, the Index is an industry-leading barometer of financial pressure or relief among Canadians. Now in its fifteenth wave, the Index currently stands at 89 points, the lowest reading ever recorded, on the heels of a record-lows in March and September of this year. Visit MNPdebt.ca/CDI to learn more. The latest data, representing the fourteenth wave of the MNP Consumer Debt Index, was compiled by Ipsos on behalf of MNP LTD between December 1-3, 2020. For this survey, a sample of 2,000 Canadians aged 18 years and over was interviewed. Weighting was then employed to balance demographics to ensure that the sample’s composition reflects that of the adult population according to Census data and to provide results intended to approximate the sample universe. The precision of Ipsos online polls is measured using a credibility interval. In this case, the poll is accurate to within ±2.5 percentage points, 19 times out of 20, had all Canadian adults been polled. The credibility interval will be wider among subsets of the population. All sample surveys and polls may be subject to other sources of error, including, but not limited to coverage error, and measurement error. CONTACT Angela Joyce, Media Relations p. 1.403.681.9286e. angela.joyce@mnp.ca A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/ddab19ff-12d0-40b1-b417-ed747da3ad62

  • PROPOSALS OF ROBIT PLC SHAREHOLDERS’ NOMINATION COMMITTEE FOR THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2021

    ROBIT PLC STOCK EXCHANGE RELEASE 18 JANUARY 2021 AT 2.00 PM PROPOSALS OF ROBIT PLC SHAREHOLDERS’ NOMINATION COMMITTEE FOR THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2021 Robit Plc Shareholders’ Nomination Committee has prepared proposals on the Members of the Board of Directors and the remuneration of the Board of Directors for the Annual General Meeting 2021. Number and Election of Board Members The Nomination Committee proposes to the Annual General Meeting that six (6) Members will be elected to the Board of Directors. The Nomination Committee proposes Kim Gran, Mammu Kaario, Mikko Kuitunen, Anne Leskelä, Kalle Reponen and Harri Sjöholm to the Annual General Meeting to be re-elected as the Members of the Board of Directors for the term ending at the close of the next Annual General Meeting. Information on the proposed persons relevant to the work of the Board of Directors are available on the Company’s website. All nominees have given their consent to their election and are independent of the Company and its significant shareholders, except for Harri Sjöholm, who is dependent on the Company and a major shareholder. Harri Sjöholm is a major shareholder in Five Alliance Oy, which holds 26.86 percent of Robit Plc’s shares. Remuneration of the Board of Directors The Nomination Committee proposes to the Annual General Meeting that the annual remuneration of the Chairman of the Board of Directors is EUR 45,000 euros, of which 40% is paid in shares and the remaining 60% is withholding tax, which the Company withholds and pays to the tax authorities. The annual remuneration of a Member of the Board of Directors is EUR 30,000 euros, of which 40% is paid in shares and the remaining 60% is withholding tax, which the Company withholds and pays to the tax authorities. In addition, the Nomination Committee proposes that the Members and Chairman of the Board of Directors will be paid for Board and Committee meetings a meeting fee of EUR 500 per meeting attended by them. In addition, travel, accommodation, and other expenses are reimbursed. The annual remuneration for the entire term of office will be paid to the Members and Chairman of the Board of Directors in December 2021. The shares that form part of the remuneration payable to the Chairman of the Board and to the Board Members can be new shares issued by the Company or shares acquired thereby pursuant to an authorization provided to the Board of Directors by the General Meeting. The receiver of the remuneration will pay the applicable transfer tax. The proposals of the Nomination Committee will be included in the notice to convene the Annual General Meeting. The following persons serve on the shareholders’ Nomination Committee: Timo Sallinen, Head of Listed Securities, Varma Mutual Pension Insurance Company (Chairman), Harri Sjöholm, Chairman, Five Alliance Oy, Tuomas Virtala, CEO, Asset Management, OP Financial Group, and Jukka Vähäpesola, Head of Equities, Elo Mutual Pension Insurance Company, as the other members. ROBIT PLCHarri Sjöholm Chairman of the Board Further information: Harri Sjöholm, Chairman of the Board +358 40 062 2092 harri.sjoholm@robitgroup.com Distribution: Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd Key media www.robitgroup.com Robit is a strongly internationalized growth company servicing global customers and selling drilling consumables for applications in underground and surface mining, construction, geotechnical and well drilling. The company's offering is divided into two product and service ranges: Top Hammer and Down-the-Hole. Robit has own sales and service points in 9 countries as well as an active sales network in 100 countries. Robit’s manufacturing units are located in Finland, South Korea, Australia and the UK. Robit’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. Further information is available at: www.robitgroup.com.

  • DSP Group Inc.’s Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2020 Earnings Release and Conference Call

    SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DSP Group® Inc. (NASDAQ:DSPG), will release its earnings results for the fourth quarter and full year 2020 on February 4th, 2021 before market opens. The company would like to invite you to participate in a conference call at 8:30AM ET. DSP Group’s management team will comment on the financial results and press release and be available to answer questions. Investors may access the conference call by dialing +16467413167 (domestic US) or +44 (0) 2071 928338 (international) approximately 10 minutes prior to the starting time. The password is 4996754. A replay of the conference call will be available for a week following the call. To listen to the session, please dial +1 (917) 677-7532, domestically or +44 (0) 3333009785, internationally and enter the company access code: 4996754 The call will be available as a live Webcast on the Investor Relations section of DSP Group’s website at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/4wohuk4f Institutional investors can access the call via Thomson StreetEvents (www.streetevents.com), a password protected event management website. About DSP GroupDSP Group®, Inc. (NASDAQ: DSPG) is a global leader in wireless chipsets for a wide range of smart-enabled devices. The company was founded in 1987 on the principles of experience, insight and continuous advancement consistently deliver next-generation solutions in the areas of voice, audio, video and data connectivity. Experts in voice processing, DSP Group invests heavily in innovation for the smart future, the result is leading-edge semiconductor technology that is enabling our customers to develop a new wave of products that bring enhanced user experiences through innovation like conversation technology. From mobile phones to VoIP and virtual assistants using cloud-based voice services, DSP Group is the answer to the growing demand for the ever-expanding collection of voice controlled smart devices. For more information, visit www.dspg.com.The DSP Group logo is a registered trademark and HDClear is a trademark of DSP Group. All other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Contact: Shiri Weiss Ovadia Marketing & Communications DSP Group Inc. +1 (408) 986-4300 Shiri.Weiss@dspg.com

  • Home Capital Announces Settlement of Outstanding Litigation

    Home Capital Group Inc. ("Home Capital" or "the Company") (TSX: HCG) announces that a settlement has been reached with West Face Long Term Opportunities Global Master LP, a Cayman Islands limited partnership which opted out of a global settlement of a securities class action made by the Company in 2017.

  • LifeSciences BC’s 2nd Annual Career Connect Day, Presented by BioTalent Canada

    LifeSciences BC's 2nd Annual Career Connect Day is back by popular demand - Friday, January 22, 2021 8.00AM - 5.00PM.

  • Titan Mining Extends Credit Facility Maturity Dates

    VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Jan. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Titan Mining Corporation (TSX:TI) (“Titan” or the “Company”) announces it has extended the maturity dates of its credit facilities with each of the Bank of Nova Scotia and a company controlled by Titan’s Executive Chairman (the “Lender”). The maturity date of the Company's senior secured revolving credit facility with a limit of US$10,000,000 with the Bank of Nova Scotia has been extended from April 3, 2021 to April 3, 2022. The maturity date of the Company’s second ranking secured credit facility of US$20,710,000 with the Lender has been extended from November 30, 2021 to April 5, 2022. In consideration of the extension of the Company’s credit facility with the Lender, the Company has agreed to pay an extension/origination fee to the Lender in the amount of US$71,492. Don Taylor, CEO commented “I am pleased we were able to extend the maturity of these credit facilities providing more flexibility to our capital structure. While 2020 was a challenging year our team at the Empire State Mine continues to improve the performance and the profitability of the mine. In addition, we anticipate our updated preliminary economic assessment for the Empire State Mine will allow us to highlight the short and longer term potential of the mine. In addition, our comprehensive exploration program at Mineral Ridge in Nevada is well underway and is expected to provide drill results in the coming months.” About Titan Mining Corporation Titan is an Augusta Group company which produces zinc concentrate at its 100%-owned Empire State Mine (“ESM”) located in New York state. In addition, Titan has an option to earn a 100% interest in the Mineral Ridge gold property in Esmeralda County, Nevada that is drill-ready, fully permitted and has the potential for growth through exploration. Titan is built for growth, focused on value and committed to excellence. The Company’s shares are listed under the symbol "TI" on the Toronto Stock Exchange. For more information on the Company, please visit our website at www.titanminingcorp.com. Contact For further information, please contact: Lynette Gould SVP Investor Relations Telephone: 604-687-1717 Email: info@titanmining.com Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Information This press release contains certain forward-looking statements. Words such as “will”, “anticipate” and “expect” or similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These statements include statements regarding our intent, or the beliefs or current expectations of our officers and directors, and include statements that we anticipate our updated preliminary economic assessment for the Empire State Mine will allow us to highlight the short and longer term potential of the mine and that we expect to be able to provide drill results for Mineral Ridge in the coming months. Although Titan believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements and information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements since Titan can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. These statements are based on a variety of assumptions including assumptions made about the results of the Company’s updated preliminary economic assessment at the Empire State Mine and the Company’s ability to advance exploration efforts at Mineral Ridge. These statements are also subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause the actual results or events to be materially different from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking information, including but not limited to the risks, uncertainties and other factors described in greater detail in the Company’s Management’s Discussion and Analysis and Annual Information Form for the year ended December 31, 2019, available at www.sedar.com. Titan undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required by law.

  • Japan MOF estimates record rollover debt issuance in fiscal 2023/24 due to COVID stimulus

    Japan's Ministry of Finance expects to issue a record rollover debt of 157.37 trillion yen ($1.52 trillion) in fiscal 2023/24 due to a huge amount of short-term bills to fund coronavirus stimulus packages, a draft government document seen by Reuters showed. The initial issuance forecast for the year through March 2024 exceeds the previous record of 147.19 trillion yen planned for fiscal 2009, when the global financial crisis forced the government to resort to huge stimulus spending to support the economy. Japan has deployed a combined $3 trillion in economic packages to combat the twin health and economic crises, with annual government bond issuance at an all-time high of 236 trillion yen.