Georgia's unemployment rate fell to 9.7% in May from 12.6% in April. But weekly jobless claims remain high in June amid coronavirus fallout. ( read original story ...)
Georgia lawmakers agree to 50-cent fee on ride-hailing trips
A bill that would impose a flat tax of 50 cents on trips in Georgia taxis, ride-hailing services and limousines is on its way to Gov. Brian Kemp's desk for his signature or veto. The Senate voted 41-3 ... ( read original story ...)
FORTE INSURANCE RECOGNIZED FOR FINANCIAL STRENGTH AND COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE BY INTERNATIONAL RATING AGENCY, MEDIA
Forte Insurance (“Forte”) has been recognized for its continued financial strength and its commitment to excellence by an international rating agency and a leading publication covering the financial ... ( read original story ...)
Iran to use its financial resources in Iraq to import basic goods: CBI governor
Abdolnaser Hemmati says Iran and Iraq are going to implement an agreement in the coming weeks based on which Iran is going to use its energy export revenues in Iraq for supplying basic goods, IRNA ... ( read original story ...)
Philippines’ current account swings to a surplus in Q1
The Philippines’ current account swung to a surplus in the first quarter of 2020, on the back of a slimmer trade deficit caused by disruptions due to the coronavirus pandemic and falling oil prices. ( read original story ...)
Pakistan’s Public Finances Set to Remain a Rating Weakness: Fitch
Pakistan’s fiscal consolidation targets presented its FY21 budget on 12 June will be challenging to meet amid the economic shock ... ( read original story ...)
Pakistan’s military pressured to withdraw support for Imran Khan as Covid-19 cases soar
The government is battling surging coronavirus infections, a potential locust infestation, rising inflation and food shortages, and critics say its military sponsors cannot shy away from blame. ( read original story ...)
India’s Milk Mantra secures $10M from US International Development Finance Corporation
Milk Mantra, a startup that procures, packages, sells and delivers milk and other dairy products, has raised $10 million in a new debt financing round as it looks to grow its business in India, where ... ( read original story ...)
Cyprus property sales expected to stabilise, experts say
Industry experts expect property sales in Cyprus to stablise, as the country emerges from the novel coronavirus crisis. The number of property sales dropped 71 per cent in May in terms of number of ... ( read original story ...)
Rotana Group Qatar teams up with Tea Time charters aircraft for staff and families to India
There are thousands of expats struggling with the havoc wreaked by the COVID-19 be it unemployment, ailments, loss in business and trades or expiration of visa. ( read original story ...)