The threat of rail strikes in France looms over the end of the year, with the first strike scheduled for November 21. They are fueled by worries about jobs and working conditions in the face of national rail company SNCF dismantling its freight business, a further indication of the progressive privatization of the rail industry. … Read more
Like its other lounges, Capital One provides a wide selection of food and drinks. Here, you’ll find food and drink for consumption on-site as well as grab-and-go options (with a big caveat). Dining at the Capital One Landing Gone are the days of uninspiring pub mix and soup straight from the can. The elevated menu … Read more
Ruby Re, Reinsurance Group of America’s (RGA) third-party life reinsurance sidecar, has now raised a total of $480 million in capital following the close of its second funding round, which is near the upper limit of the $400 million to $500 million target range for the Missouri-domiciled vehicle.Launched in December 2023 with backing from a … Read more
As the season changes, a new budget has been announced by the government. Despite rumours of a Capital Gains Tax (CGT) increase for second homeowners, on the 30th of October 2024, Chancellor Rachel Reeves declared that the rate for CGT on residential properties will not change. The Capital Gains Tax rates for residential properties will … Read more
Considering how few people ever have to pay it, there’s always a lot of worry and political noise about capital gains tax on shares. Capital gains tax (CGT) falls due on investments you sell for a profit in any given tax year, unless: The asset is sheltered in your ISAs or pensions. Your gains can … Read more
