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Jim Johnson has become the latest senior appointment to HKA forensic technical services team. With four decades of engineering experience and expert witness track record, he joins as a partner to support the firm’s disputes and investigations work major infrastructure, energy, and built environment projects. Kourosh Kayvani, head of forensic technical services international, HKA, commented, “Jim’s appointment strengthens our ability to provide strategic, multidisciplinary expertise on complex disputes. His leadership experience and technical depth in geotechnics, risk, and sustainability will be invaluable as we continue to deliver even greater value to clients facing complex challenges in infrastructure, energy, and the built environment, globally.” …

We research all brands listed and may earn a fee from our partners. Research and financial considerations may influence how brands are displayed. Not all brands are included. Learn more. You don’t have to be a professional on Wall Street strategically picking stocks and analyzing the financial markets to generate long-term returns. In fact, taking a more hands-off, lazy approach to investing instead of buying and selling on market moves may be the key to making you rich. Earning enough to make long-term goals like retirement a reality requires staying consistent and diversifying. Here’s how to do this with the…

We research all brands listed and may earn a fee from our partners. Research and financial considerations may influence how brands are displayed. Not all brands are included. Learn more. When it comes to withdrawing from your nest egg, it’s important to think carefully about what makes sense for your special portfolio and goals — and not just follow general rules. A couple that retires at 65 with $1 million may feel like they have enough money to last, especially if they practice a conservative strategy like the 4% withdrawal rule. However, this same couple can find themselves in a…

Why New York Companies Are Losing Online  Visibility & How to Fix It  If your New York business is seeing fewer calls, website visits, or online inquiries lately, you’re not alone. Google’s search results have changed, and traditional SEO alone can’t keep up.  AI-driven search experiences are quietly taking over. A 2025 study by Demand Gen Report found that AI search now surpasses traditional SEO as the top way B2B buyers find content. That means customers may be learning about your competitors from AI summaries instead of Google listings.  For businesses in a market as competitive as New York City,…

Inside the Deal: Nuveen’s £9.9bn Takeover of Schroders A Finance Monthly “Inside the Deal” feature Sector: Asset Management / Global Investment ManagementTransaction Type: Public Company Takeover (All-Cash Offer + Dividend)Deal Size: £9.9 billionBuyer: NuveenTarget: SchrodersDeal Status: Agreed (Subject to Shareholder Approval) Inside the Deal is Finance Monthly’s transaction feature combining independent deal coverage with in-depth analysis of how complex transactions are structured and executed. Deal Overview Chicago-based Nuveen has agreed a £9.9 billion takeover of Schroders, bringing to an end more than 200 years of family ownership at one of Britain’s most historic asset management institutions. The transaction will create…

Should You Pay Debt or Invest First in 2026? The short answer to whether you should pay debt or invest first in 2026 is that it depends on your situation. Interest rates, income stability, and how soon you need your money all shape the right move. This article breaks down how to decide without second-guessing every dollar. Why the Pay Debt or Invest First Question Matters in 2026 The pay debt or invest first question matters more in 2026 because borrowing costs remain elevated while investment returns differ widely by asset type. Every dollar sent toward debt or investing creates…

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Nio cars are seen displayed at Nio House, at the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker’s manufacturing hub in Hefei, Anhui province, China April 2, 2025. Florence Lo | ReutersDETROIT — The largest U.S. auto dealer isn’t interested in selling vehicles from China-based brands domestically right now, its CEO said Wednesday.But it’s not necessarily because of politics, logistics or potential consumer backlash, according to Lithia Motors CEO Bryan DeBoer. His company already has at least 10 stores selling vehicles from three Chinese companies in the United Kingdom.DeBoer, who has grown Lithia exponentially in recent years, said the potential cost, return-on-investment and…

Novo Nordisk CEO Mike Doustdar on Wednesday said the company is aiming to capture around 15 million new patients, at least initially, when Medicare starts covering obesity treatments for the first time later this year.Around 67 million Americans are covered by Medicare, but “when you take a look at specifically our products and the target group, I think around 15 million people would be a good number to target,” he told CNBC in an interview. Medicare is slated to start covering obesity medicines for the first time later this year under the landmark “most-favored-nation” drug pricing deals that Novo and its…

A basketball finds nothing but net during practice before a 2024 NCAA Tournament game at PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh.Charles LeClaire | ReutersPrediction markets saw strong results from the Super Bowl, but it was just an appetizer for a banquet of sporting events in 2026 that are expected to drive surging volumes in event contracts. Kalshi saw record downloads during Super Bowl week, up 1,544% from the same time period last year, according to a report from market intelligence firm Sensor Tower. Daily active users jumped more than 1,100% to nearly 2 million on the day of the big game,…