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[ad_1] The energy giant exited the failed projects after Verra asked for redress, but a legal expert argues Shell should be held responsible Shell has avoided paying compensation for nearly 2 million sham carbon credits it supported in China, as registry Verra has been unable to hold the world’s largest offsets buyer to account for the scandal.   Verra told Climate Home the case is “unprecedented”, but it raises questions over the leading carbon standard’s ability to enforce its rules and guarantee integrity in the ailing voluntary carbon market – especially when critical decisions concern a dominant player like Shell. The…

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[ad_1] The Making of Modern Corporate Finance. 2025. Donald H. Chew, Jr. Columbia University Press, Available February 2025. Donald Chew’s forthcoming book, The Making of Modern Corporate Finance, is a love letter to those who published in the Journal of Applied Corporate Finance, of which the author is the founder and remains its publishing editor. It is a love letter to unfettered capitalism and the financial system that oils the gears of commerce. The book will be of interest to a broad readership but should be required reading for CFA charterholders, like me, who pursued their designation decades ago and…

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[ad_1] When your child is in elementary school, college can feel like a distant milestone. But then you realize that milestone is only about a decade away — and you haven’t started saving yet.  The rising costs of higher education can feel overwhelming, but the good news is it’s not too late to take action. If you’re not sure where to start, it may be smart to consult with a financial advisor to devise a plan. With thoughtful planning and smart investment strategies, you can grow money for your child’s future without taking on too much risk. Here are five ways to…

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[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images Generative AI bots have already taken the world by storm, providing users with answers in lightning-quick time. But are they any good for selecting great stocks to own for passive income? I thought it might be fun to find out. What I discovered was actually quite worrying. The usual suspects My weapon of choice for this little experiment was ChatGPT and my question was simple: “What are the five best stocks to buy for passive income?” In only a few seconds, I was provided with a list of names: M&G, Aviva, Legal & General (LSE:…

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[ad_1] The International Carbon Registry (ICR) has received unconditional endorsement of its carbon crediting  program by the International Carbon Reduction and Offset Alliance (ICROA).This achievement solidifies ICR’s position among the foremost carbon standards in the voluntary carbon market (VCM). The International Carbon Registry (ICR) has received unconditional endorsement of its carbon crediting  program by the International Carbon Reduction and Offset Alliance (ICROA).This achievement solidifies ICR’s position among the foremost carbon standards in the voluntary carbon market (VCM). ICROA is a globally recognized code of best practice committed to enhancing integrity in the carbon markets, ensuring that endorsed GHG programs comply…

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[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images The Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) share price is expected to enjoy further gains today after posting positive Q1 2025 results Thursday (30 January). The report, published after the US stock market closed, prompted a 3% price rise in aftermarket trading. Earnings per share (EPS) was up 11% at $2.41, beating expectations of $2.35. Net income grew by 6% to $36.3bn. Revenue enjoyed moderate growth of 3.9% to $124.3bn, also beating expectations. That’s a considerable improvement on the last quarter, which saw earnings miss expectations by almost 40% “Our record revenue and strong operating margins drove (earnings…

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[ad_1] (Reuters) – U.S. equity funds attracted inflows for the first time in four weeks in the week through Jan. 29, spurred by hopes of interest rate cuts following comments from President Donald Trump, and a rebound in tech shares following Monday’s losses. As per LSEG Lipper data, U.S. equity funds received a net $5.58 billion during the week, the biggest inflow in five weeks, following three weeks of outflows in a row. Last week, President Donald Trump expressed a desire to lower global oil prices, interest rates, and taxes at the World Economic Forum, while the Federal Reserve opted…

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[ad_1] Image source: Getty Images In contrast to the scary moves seen in certain stocks across the pond, the FTSE 100 has been strong in 2025. A rise of 5% means it’s on course for its best month in more than two years! At least part of this is down to some heavy-hitters setting fresh 52-week highs. London Stock Exchange Group Shares in financial markets infrastructure and data provider London Stock Exchange Group (LSE: LSEG) are also up nearly 5% in January. But its value has been steadily rising for a while — 35% in the last year alone. Look…

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[ad_1] In a highly dynamic, technology-driven stock market, there is one constant investors can count on to generate long-term results. Things are happening fast in today’s world. Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a central driver for the U.S. stock market. It’s a double-edged sword because the growth potential behind AI could unleash an era of growth and innovation. On the other hand, it’s early and it’s still unclear who the long-term winners might be. The artificial intelligence opportunity is evident for investors, but picking the individual winners isn’t. Perhaps placing multiple bets is the best way to avoid a swing…

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