Underlying US inflation probably cooled only a touch at the close of 2024 against a backdrop of a resilient job market and steadfast economy, supporting the Federal Reserve’s go-slow approach to further rate cuts.AdvertisementsThe consumer price index excluding food and energy is seen rising 0.2% in December after four straight months of 0.3% increases, according…
Apple’s board has asked its investors to vote against a proposal to end its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes.AdvertisementsIt comes after a conservative group, the National Center for Public Policy Research (NCPPR), called on the technology giant to abolish its DEI policies, saying they expose firms to “litigation, reputational and financial risks”.Apple’s directors say…
Greetings to all at the start of a new year which I hope will bring you lots of good things! As a consequence of the festive holiday period when the whole of South Africa seems to close down for nigh on a month, I haven’t had any new models to test, so I’ll kick off…
https://fingaz.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/penci-text-to-speech/post-312107.mp3?cb=1736753627.mp3ECONET Wireless Zimbabwe (Econet) has reached a major milestone, registering 8,2 million customers on its digital self-care platforms, a move that has propelled the company to an 80 percent customer satisfaction index.According to the company’s recently released 2024 Annual Report, the success is attributed to Econet’s continued investment in digital solutions and artificial intelligence (AI),…
THE Meteorological Services Department (MSD) says the country is safe from Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi which is currently developing in the Indian Ocean.AdvertisementsThis comes as the country is expected to receive heavy rains and thunderstorms to last until the end of this month.Speaking to the Daily News yesterday, MSD meteorologist Isaac Masawana said their preliminary observation had shown…
RETAIL giant OK Zimbabwe has assured its customers that its stores are open for trading amid reports of closure of some branches across the country.AdvertisementsThis comes as there are growing concerns over the future of major retail shops in the country in the face of the ubiquitous and unregulated informal sector.In a statement yesterday, OK…
KAVANGO Resources is pursuing an ambitious plan to elevate Zimbabwe’s mining industry by establishing the nation’s first internationally accredited laboratory.AdvertisementsSuch a facility could revolutionise the mining sector by providing accurate and globally benchmarked data.This would not only attract foreign investment but also promote transparency and efficiency within the industry.Kavango’s chief executive, Ben Turney, emphasised that…
ZIMBABWE’S livestock subsector is experiencing a notable recovery, thanks to the successful implementation of drought mitigation strategies introduced in September last year, officials say.AdvertisementsThese measures are now yielding positive results, fostering optimism among farmers and stakeholders alike.Permanent Secretary for the Agriculture ministry, Obert Jiri, highlighted the progress made in stabilising the sector.“Initiatives like the emergency…
https://fingaz.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/penci-text-to-speech/post-312051.mp3?cb=1736613722.mp3ZIMBABWE stands at a crossroads, buoyed by a wave of economic optimism following the much-anticipated rains.These rains offer a rare lifeline to an agro-dependent economy battered by recent droughts.AdvertisementsYet, the full potential of this gift from nature hinges on the government’s decisive support for the agricultural sector.The current season’s rainfall, though delayed, has brought hope…
https://fingaz.co.zw/wp-content/uploads/penci-text-to-speech/post-312053.mp3?cb=1736613394.mp3PAPER and packaging company ART Holdings has projected improved performance for the coming year, underpinned by a group-wide restructuring strategy that includes scaling back operations in its paper division.AdvertisementsIn 2024, the company faced significant challenges, particularly in the paper milling sector, which struggled due to raw material shortages and persistent power outages which negatively impacted…
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