A naukri.com initiative
Strategy News
HRKatha
7d
74
Image Credit: HRKatha
Workforce issues dominate zero hour in Lok Sabha
- Members of Parliament raised critical workforce-related issues during Zero Hour in the Lok Sabha.
- Discussions focused on the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS), work culture in multinational corporations (MNCs), and the need for social security for film technicians and support staff.
- Concerns were raised over the limited disbursal of higher pensions under the EPS, with only a fraction of applicants having received the benefit so far.
- Calls were made for stronger enforcement of labour laws to protect technicians and support staff in the film and television industry, while attention was drawn to the need for special trains for workers from Kerala during the festive season.
Read Full Article
4 Likes
Forbes
7d
345
Image Credit: Forbes
Mortgage Rates Today: December 17, 2024—Rates Move Up
- The mortgage interest rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage is 7.20%.
- The average rate on a 15-year mortgage is 6.30%.
- On a 30-year jumbo mortgage, the average rate is 7.16%.
- A $100,000 mortgage with a 30-year fixed-rate loan at 7.20% will cost $679 per month, totaling around $144,437 in total interest over the life of the loan.
Read Full Article
20 Likes
Forbes
7d
162
Image Credit: Forbes
Money Market Interest Rates Today: December 17, 2024 — Rates Move Downward
- The current average money market rate is 0.56%, while the highest rate is up to 5.00%.
- Money market accounts are interest-bearing deposit accounts that work similarly to savings accounts.
- Compared to regular savings accounts, money market accounts usually offer higher interest rates.
- Before opening a money market account, compare options with different banks or credit unions for the best fit.
Read Full Article
9 Likes
Forbes
7d
237
Image Credit: Forbes
High-Yield Savings Account Rates Today: December 17, 2024 – Rates Are Mixed
- Rates on savings accounts are mixed compared to one week ago, with some higher rates available.
- The highest APY on a standard savings account with a $2,500 minimum deposit is 6.82%.
- High-yield savings accounts require jumping through hoops for higher rates, such as becoming a credit union member or making large deposits.
- Average APY for traditional savings accounts is 0.23%, while high-yield savings accounts have an average APY of 0.23% as well.
Read Full Article
14 Likes
Forbes
7d
287
Image Credit: Forbes
Current HELOC & Home Equity Loan Rates: December 17, 2024—Rates Are Mixed
- Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) allow homeowners to tap into the value of their homes.
- A home equity loan is a fixed-rate, lump-sum loan that allows homeowners to borrow up to 85% of their home’s value and pay back in monthly installments.
- A home equity line of credit is a variable-rate second mortgage that draws on your home’s value as a revolving line of credit.
- The more home equity you have, the higher your net worth rises.
Read Full Article
17 Likes
Forbes
7d
404
Image Credit: Forbes
Here Are Today’s Refinance Rates: December 17, 2024—Rates Move Up
- The rate on a 30-year fixed refinance rose today.
- Refinancing rates for a 30-year, fixed-mortgage are averaging 7.30%, according to Curinos.
- Today, the average rate for the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage refinance inched up to 7.30% from yesterday.
- The average interest rate on the 20-year fixed refinance mortgage is 7.16%.
- The APR on a 20-year fixed is 7.19%.
- The average interest rate on the 15-year fixed refinance mortgage inched up to 6.32%.
- The average interest rate on the 30-year fixed-rate jumbo mortgage refinance is 7.16%.
- Refinancing your mortgage can be a wise move for many reasons, most notably lowering your interest rate or your monthly payments.
- Now may be a good time to refinance if you can reduce your monthly payment by getting a better interest rate or adjusting your repayment period.
- Consider avoiding refinancing if you can’t get a better rate or reduce your monthly payment.
Read Full Article
24 Likes
Forbes
7d
0
Image Credit: Forbes
CD Rates Today: December 17, 2024—Earn Up To 5.37%
- The article provides information on the best CD rates available today with lucrative interest rates as high as 5.37%.
- Certificates of deposit (CDs) are a type of savings account that offer fixed interest rates for a specific time duration and are helpful in generating a higher yield compared to high-yielding savings accounts.
- Three-month CDs earn an average of 1.31%, but the highest rate is 4.96%, while six-month CDs are being offered with the best rate of 5.25%.
- The highest APY presently available on a popular 12-month CD is 5.37%, with an average APY of 1.90%.
- 24-month CDs offer interest rates as high as 4.52%, and two-year CDs currently have an average APY of 1.67%.
- The best rate available on five-year CDs today is 4.25%, with an APY average of 1.59%.
- The article emphasizes that when searching for the best CD rates, individuals must cast a wide search through traditional banks, credit unions, and digital firms for the highest yields.
- If wanting the best interest rates, CDs are a great investment choice as they outperform the best high-yield savings accounts and money market accounts but require an individual to do without money until the term concludes.
- CDs and stocks have their separate financial roles, and CDs are beneficial to obtain solid returns without risk for a specific portion of savings that is not immediately needed.
- The Standard reporting excludes certain types of CDs such as relationship-based rate, private, youth, senior, student/minor, affinity, bump-up, no-penalty, callable, variable, step-up, auto transfer, club, gifts, grandfathered, internet-only, and IRA CDs to determine the average rates for CDs.
Read Full Article
Like
HRKatha
7d
29
Image Credit: HRKatha
Tata Steel launches India’s first all-women shift at Noamundi iron mine
- Tata Steel has launched India's first all-women shift at its Noamundi Iron Mine in Jharkhand.
- Starting from December 16, 2024, women employees will independently manage all mining operations during their shift.
- This initiative highlights Tata Steel's commitment to diversity and inclusion, empowering women in traditionally male-dominated roles.
- The historic shift was inaugurated by Shyam Sundar Prasad, deputy director general of mines safety, acknowledging the government's support in allowing women to work across all shifts in mines.
Read Full Article
1 Like
HRKatha
7d
112
Image Credit: HRKatha
How Pramerica Life is turning inclusion into impact for women
- Pramerica Life has made significant progress in increasing diversity and empowering women in the workplace.
- The company has launched the SheShines mentorship platform to connect women employees with senior leadership for guidance and inspiration.
- Pramerica focuses on women's well-being through programs like SheStrong and SheSavvy, addressing health and financial literacy.
- The company also supports women re-entering the workforce and empowers widows of defense personnel through the Swabhiman program.
Read Full Article
6 Likes
HRKatha
7d
304
Image Credit: HRKatha
Starbucks raises paid leave for birth mothers from 6 weeks to 18
- Starbucks is increasing paid leave benefits for its employees, particularly birth mothers.
- Birth mothers will now be entitled to 18 weeks of paid leave, compared to the previous 6 weeks.
- Other parents who adopt or bring home a child through surrogacy or long-term foster care will receive up to 12 weeks of paid leave.
- The decision to increase paid leave was influenced by employee feedback and the efforts of CEO Brian Niccol to improve working conditions.
Read Full Article
18 Likes
HRKatha
1w
312
Image Credit: HRKatha
Lyca Mobile may trim UK team by 90%, shift some services to India
- Lyca Mobile plans to trim its workforce in the UK by 90% and shift some services to India.
- The downsizing plans will affect at least 300 jobs, reducing the headcount in the UK to less than 50.
- Lyca Mobile is facing challenges such as rising inflation, outdated technology, stiff competition, and operational inefficiencies.
- The company incurred losses of $30 million in 2022 and has faced legal battles over non-payment of VAT bills.
Read Full Article
18 Likes
HRKatha
1w
87
Image Credit: HRKatha
Manoj Mishra is Jagran New Media’s CHRO
- Jagran New Media has appointed Manoj Mishra as the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).
- Mishra has more than a decade of experience in the HR field, having worked with big brands such as Tata Retail, Future Group, and Flipkart.
- He is known for his commitment in developing his own team and has previously held roles as Vice President of HR at Licious and BetterPlace.
- Mishra's appointment is expected to bring energy and dynamism to Jagran New Media, the digital wing of Jagran Prakashan.
Read Full Article
5 Likes
Medium
1w
301
Image Credit: Medium
A 10 Step Guide to Building a Bulletproof Product Strategy
- Product strategy is all about identifying, communicating and aligning people to solve a set of problems to offer value in the market.
- To build a bulletproof product strategy, you need to execute the right one, communicate it effectively and then gain full alignment.
- The product manager needs to maintaina balance between meeting the immediate needs and keeping far-sighted vision that every strategy would need.
- It's helpful to start teasing your product's future priorities in casual conversations. That way you're more likely to get honest feedback.
- Document your learnings and prioritize development of solutions based on an ROI.
- Develop 3-4 higher-level product objectives and align them with business objectives.
- Define your key results (OKRs) and include both directly measurable and conceptual key results. Everything in your strategy should have a measurable and observable impact.
- Write in simple language to communicate your message and avoid technical jargon.
- Hold meetings with stakeholders to get their feedback on strategy and to get everyone on board with the prioritization and alignment to the product roadmap.
- A well-researched and communicated product strategy helps to build great and impactful products, points the team in the right direction, and moves the business forward in measurable ways.
Read Full Article
18 Likes
Pcgamesn
1w
8
Image Credit: Pcgamesn
Endzone 2 is the most overlooked strategy game on PC, and it just got better
- Endzone 2 has been quietly earning a reputation as one of the best city-building games on PC.
- Originally released back in August, it has been overlooked amidst other strategy game releases.
- However, with a major free update, Endzone 2 has improved and deserves attention.
- Reviews have become positive, recommending it as a top strategy game to play.
Read Full Article
Like
Insider
1w
184
Image Credit: Insider
Elon Musk solves Tesla and SpaceX's biggest problems in a week — and repeats that 52 times a year, Marc Andreessen says
- Elon Musk solves the biggest problems at his companies every week, according to Marc Andreessen.
- Musk works directly with engineers and coders to tackle pressing issues.
- His approach attracts top talent and inspires loyalty within the organization.
- Musk's focus on problem-solving contributes to the success and progress of his businesses.
Read Full Article
11 Likes
For uninterrupted reading, download the app