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Straight Talk: ARCSI on Residential Cleaning During COVID-19 [Video]
NORTHBROOK, Ill.—May 6, 2020—In this edition of Straight Talk with Jeff Cross, members of the Association of Residential Cleaning Services International (ARCSI), a division of ISSA, discuss how COVID-19 is impacting their residential cleaning businesses. ACRSI Chairman Alonzo Adams, owner of Busy Bee Cleaning Company in West Chester, Penn.; Elena Ledoux, owner of Superb Maids in Las Vegas; and Carrie Knight, owner of Maid Brigade in Tampa Bay, Fla. weigh in with insight and advice for residential cleaners during the pandemic.
All three owners are seeing trends across the industry and in their own companies of higher expenses and fewer clients. Knight said that although Florida is in phase one of reopening, her company is still seeing last-minute cancellations of cleanings due to COVID-19 concerns. Ledoux’s company also experienced “cascading cancellations” at the end of March and beginning of April, but they are beginning to see slow increases in business now. As ARCSI chairman, Adams speaks with cleaning companies all over the country, and one problem the whole industry is facing is a shortage of cleaning supplies and higher prices for in-demand products.
Regarding protocols for residential cleaners, the pandemic has definitely brought about changes. Adams said they had to reevaluate their equipment and approach in light of COVID-19, providing new training for cleaners that will become the standard going forward. “If you look for a positive in this, the silver lining, that is the silver lining for the residential cleaning industry,” Adams said. “Changes are being made and these are good changes for the benefit and the health of the industry.”
As cleaning protocols change, the next obvious question is, should cleaning fees change as well? For Ledoux, she doesn’t feel the time is right to change her fees with so many people experiencing economic hardship; rather, her company is highlighting the COVID-relevant protocols they do, such as PPE use and high touchpoint cleaning, as a way to show the value of residential cleaning services to customers.
When it comes to instilling customer confidence in cleaning companies, Knight says the messaging for the entire industry needs to shift from saving the customer time to protecting the customer’s health. “Before, it was all about free time, and now it has to—right now at least—be all about safety because people want to know that you’re keeping them and their families safe in their home because that’s where they’re spending the majority of their time,” Knight said, adding, “The reason we’re essential is because we’re keeping their home free of germs and viruses that can make them sick.”
Ledoux has tried to reassure customers by changing the messaging around the pandemic from, “It’s the end of the world,” to “We got you. We can protect you. We know what we’re doing.” She also noted that “Now is not the time for amateurs to clean; now is the time for professionals to clean.”
On offering advice to other owners, Adams says, “It’s a crisis, but in all crisis is opportunity.” Cleaners must adjust and move forward in the new, post-COVID-19 world, even though there’s uncertainty. Knight adds that business owners can’t panic, and they can’t just hope for the best because “hope is not a strategy.” Instead, owners must create a plan and work the plan to meet the challenges of these times. Ledoux recommends plugging into the community through ARCSI because, “You’re not alone.” ARCSI is a powerful network of residential cleaning business owners that provides a space for shared ideas, answered questions, and support as we all face the challenges of this pandemic together.
Watch the complete episode of Straight Talk with Jeff Cross below, and find more Straight Talk episodes on cleanfax.com. Take part in the engaging online conversations on industry topics by joining the Straight Talk Facebook group today.


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According to the recent news FileMaker which is a subsidiary of the Apple software said that it is going to change its name as it has made a current acquisition. Filemaker helps business users to create customised applications without the knowledge of computer coding and it will be known as Claris International. It has been a subsidiary of Apple since 1980 is and uses low-code tools so that the work can be made easy for developers.
Claris is no competing against the power apps brought forward by Microsoft and App Maker brought forward by Google. It understands the demand of customised applications which is ever-growing and would like to satisfy the same. The company also understands that there are not enough mobile and web developers out there which is why the need for such customised low-code application makers are growing.
The company also discussed that it has been able to acquire stamplay which is an Italian startup company that helps the app makers get data from the cloud-based programs. It helps in the customisation of the applications so that it is helpful to the mobile and web developers. As for now the terms and conditions have not been disclosed regarding the deal and even the financials are in the confidential stage. Right now the company comprises of 300 people and it has been able to be a profitable institution for the last 20 years. It is still in the expansion mode and the board of directors comprised of a magnanimous autonomy to run the company.
The major motive of the company is to create their own identity as a business to the business platform and they are open to all sorts of acquisition offers and ready to invest heavily as well

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NBCUniversal will give most of its programs and films to streaming company Foxtel, as existing streaming partner Stan looks for alternative ways to get Hollywood content for its subscribers.
The news comes from sources who spoke to The Sydney Morning Herald under promise of anonymity due to the talks between NBCUniversal and Foxtel being confidential.
According to the sources, Foxtel is on the cusp of securing a long-term deal for the a large swathe of NBCU’s programs. The deal apparently covers content from Sky Studios, online streaming service Peacock, and a back catalogue of programs such as Parks & Recreation and Brooklyn 99.
The deal was being finalised and could be completed within the week, the sources said.
Seven West Media is apparently expected to pick up free-to-air rights, including content which normally runs on Hayu.
Stan, which currently serves NBCU’s content, has a contract that expires this year, had been involved in talks to retain the content. However, according to SMH, the service and parent company Nine Entertainment Co walked away “several weeks ago” due to concerns over price and clauses that would give NBCU the power to terminate and launch its own Peacock streaming service at any time.
Sources close to Stan told SMH that the company is already looking into alternative models, which it believes will give it control over content.
Nine boss Mike Sneesby and other key executives had apparently travelled to Los Angeles to talk with the Hollywood Studios about shows that could be commissioned and then distributed in the US and UK. According to the sources, the focus on owning content is part of change of direction for Stan.
Two years ago, NBCU signed a deal with Stan to let it licence Peacock originals including Gangs of London, I Hate Suzie, and Brave New World. However, Sneesby had said publicly that most of the service’s best-performing shows were originals and Stan would be launching a local content drive.
The proposed new deal between NBCU and Foxtel would give the streaming service access to programs and films from NBCU brands such as Peacock, Sky Studios, and Bravo. Seven will also have access to the back catalogue and some sources have said it will have access to programs from NBCUniversal’s reality streaming platform, Hayu.
Both deals are expected to include a clause that gives NBCU the option to terminate the agreement and launch Peacock.
Foxtel, Seven, NCBU, and Nine all declined to comment.
Pinterest has appointed Laura Gaffney (pictured) as its new director of business marketing for EMEA and APAC. Based in Dublin, Gaffney will report to Stacy Malone, Pinterest’s VP of global business marketing. Gaffney will lead Pinterest’s business marketing initiatives in these regions with the goal of raising the visibility and comprehension of Pinterest to support […]
Leading digital outdoor company QMS is proud to announce its support for the 86th Vision Australia Carols by Candlelight presented by AAMI, which will be held at Melbourne’s Sidney Myer Music Bowl on Christmas Eve. This year marks the second consecutive year QMS has supported the beloved Australian tradition, which has a longstanding history of […]
The Melbourne Holocaust Museum has unveiled its new brand identity, designed in partnership with CHEP Network. The museum, formerly the Jewish Holocaust Centre, was renamed and redeveloped in April and is now open to the public, with a vision to ignite visitors’ sense of humanity, kindness and bravery through the voices of survivors. Inspired by […]
Many of those growing up in the 90s and 2000s will be familiar with the phenomenon which was the manufactured boy or girl band. Plucked from obscurity, individual artists would be assembled into a band by dollar-eyed music executives (or TV talent show execs) keen to make a quick buck. It was a time when […]
Outback Steakhouse — the Aussie-themed American eatery with a handful of Antipodean outposts — has launched a truly terrifying Christmas ad. Starring “Koala on the Walla” riffing on the “Elf on the shelf” meme, the near 90-second spot features a slightly overly shrill children’s choir and a voiceover from the Koala in an almost passable […]
2023 was the year we learned a new life hack (or two!), laughed out loud, and couldn’t stop thinking about the Roman Empire. Our global community of over 1 billion people, including 8.5 million Australians and 350,000 Australian businesses, continues to come together to connect on TikTok, positively influencing culture and impacting lives. From foolproof […]
Independent brand and digital agency, Archibald Williams (AW) has been appointed to lead the NBA account across the APAC region. The NBA is one of the most prestigious sporting leagues in the world and basketball is one of the fastest-growing sports in Australia. Effective immediately, AW said it was “excited” to work across all digital, […]
B&T's shining a light on industry folk prior to adland. Preference given to anyone purporting actual UFO abduction.


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Instagram is introducing a new feature called “Suggested Post” that will be displayed at the end of the feed to recommend content that might be in interest to the user. This is a new way by the company to spend more time on the app after scrolling through the recent post by the followed accounts.
The company mentioned to TechCrunch,
“Our goal is to make it clear when you’re all caught up so you can decide how you want to best use your time,” says Instagram director of product, Robby Stein. “We see people continuing to seek out more posts they’re interested in after catching up with their feeds, so we wanted to learn from that and make it easier to go a little deeper for those who choose to do so.”
The new feature shows up in a new location just below the “You ‘re All Caught Up” notice announced two years ago. It will display content from accounts similar to those you follow, and posts similar to those you like. The new destination also shows advertisements alongside these kinds of content, making it an enticing platform for advertisers as per TechCrunch report.
The “Suggested Posts” feature gives Instagram a new surface where it can display ads that will appear from accounts you don’t follow alongside the suggested content, but Instagram believes you might want to. This means more opportunities for advertisers to see their message.
Interestingly, its appearance below the “You’re All Caught Up” alert makes it look like Instagram is toning down its initiative for digital wellbeing. That’s because it seems to throw you into an endless feed of content even after you’ve seen every post from the people you follow in the last two days.
The new feature by Instagram is rolling out worldwide from today.


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Microsoft to stop Windows 8 support in two years after the official release of Windows 8.1 — clock will start ticking on October 18th, 2013 –. The software giant also noted in its updated lifecycle policy that Windows 8.1 will continue to have the same lifecycle as Windows 8, which ends at the beginning of 2023.
Even though this is good information every user should know, I don’t know any reason for anyone to wait until after October 18th, 2015, to install a free update. Windows 8.1 is a new update that is set to address many of Windows 8 shortcomings, it brings code stability, enhancements, and a bunch of new features to make your PC more you with new personalization settings. The update (a.k.a Blue) also brings new apps and better integration with cloud services such as SkyDrive, search has improved with Bing, new Windows Store, and a lot more.
Just as side note, Windows 8 mainstream support ends January 9th, 2018, and the extended support expires February 10th, 2023.
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CapFed Best News: Leaping Llamas’ owner receives $5K grant from female-focused relief fund
Like many small-business owners in recent weeks, Alicia VanWalleghem, owner of Leaping Llamas Artisan Shop in downtown Topeka, has been searching for economic relief wherever she can find it.
VanWalleghem’s shop this past week received a $5,000 COVID-19 relief grant through The Spanx by Sarah Blakely Foundation, which teamed up with GlobalGiving to establish The Red Backpack Fund. The Spanx by Sarah Blakely Foundation donated $5 million to the fund, and is using it to offer a thousand $5,000 grants to female entrepreneurs in the U.S. to help alleviate the economic impact of the coronavirus crisis.
“I know $5,000 doesn’t seem like a ton, but when you have 20% of your income coming in, that really helps you not feel it as much as you would without that,” VanWalleghem said.
The local small-business owner heard about the grant opportunity through a friend who saw it being discussed on NBC’s “TODAY Show.”
“We got passed on every grant that people found,” VanWalleghem said.
She was among the first 200 female entrepreneurs in the U.S. to receive grant money through The Red Backpack Fund, which plans to continue dispersing grants through September 2020.
“My hope is that this gift will help alleviate some of the pressures caused by this horrible pandemic,” Spanx founder Sara Blakely said in a news release. “Twenty years ago, I started Spanx with $5,000 in savings, and I see this as a time to pay it forward. Small business is the backbone of our culture. I know what it’s like to be a small business owner, and I want to provide some relief to these entrepreneurs during this time.”
According to the news release, Leaping Llamas was chosen as a grant recipient because of “its outstanding application, its urgent need for COVID-19 relief and its demonstrated capacity to overcome COVID-19 setbacks.”
VanWalleghem said that, for now, she plans to hold on to the grant money in case of additional economic turmoil later this year — which could be detrimental to Leaping Llamas.
“If there is a second wave,” she said, “that would probably be right around our holiday season, and that’s when we do about half our sales for the year.”
To combat past and potential revenue losses, VanWalleghem said she has applied for just about every grant opportunity she thinks she might be eligible for. So far, in addition to The Red Backpack Fund grant, she has received money through Topeka’s HOST Relief Program, the Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection Program and its Economic Injury Disaster Loan program.
VanWalleghem said there were other grant opportunities she looked into, but her business was either too small or too big to qualify. It is important, she added, for small businesses of all sizes to have access to economic relief.
“They need opportunities for all different levels,” she said. “I know many of our artists got the smaller grants because they’re sole proprietors.”
As part of The Red Backpack Fund grant program, grant recipients were also offered an all-access, year-long membership to MasterClass, which features more than 80 online lessons covering a range of business topics.
By taking business classes through MasterClass, VanWalleghem is excited for the opportunity to grow as a businesswoman.
“I hope to really hone in on growing as an entrepreneur in those areas that I lack,” she said. “There’s one on negotiation, and I wouldn’t say that’s a very strong suit I have. It’ll be interesting to learn more about that.”


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ACORN Canada study reveals an increase in the use of
TORONTO, February 17, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – On Wednesday, February 17, ACORN will host events in nine cities across the country to release the results of a national survey and report to understand consumer experiences with high interest loans (loans with an interest rate of 25% to over 500%), especially when taken out online. The results of the study are based on 376 survey responses.
We also conducted a legislative analysis to determine the extent to which protections exist for consumers of high interest loans at the federal and provincial levels.
The study’s recommendations call on the federal government to force banks to create a national multi-jurisdictional anti-predation loan strategy protect low-income consumers and other vulnerable consumers from abusive lending practices and improve their access to fair banking options. ACORN has fought for more than a decade for a fair bank at the national, provincial and local levels.
The detailed report is available here. The link will be live on February 17, 2021.
For French, click here https://acorncanada.org/resource/etude-sur-les-prets-a-interet-eleve
ACORN members will release the report on February 17, 2021.
Highlights of the ACORN Canada 2020 report:
- 70% of those surveyed said they had taken out a loan with a high interest rate.
- While a majority of consumers, i.e. 70%, continue to take out payday loans, there is an increase in the number of people taking out installment loans. In 2016, the proportion of people who took out installment loans was 11%, which increased to 45% in the last study.
- Notably, the study points out that people either take out these loans only once or they are caught in a vicious cycle of debt. While 30% of respondents said they had taken these loans only once in the past 12 months, the second highest number of times reported was more than 10 times per year by 13% of respondents.
- Unsurprisingly, 80% of respondents said they took out a loan to cover their daily expenses such as rent, groceries, electricity, etc. they do.
- 45% said they were in a hurry to sign the loan agreement with the lender.
- 12% of those surveyed were never told about optional products such as insurance until a large sum was debited from their account.
- Almost 30% said they took out a loan online. The reasons for taking out a loan online were mainly because people found it convenient and quick.
- 17% said they had not been able to make payments because they are facing a difficult financial situation due to COVID. Only 7% found the lenders extremely considerate.
- 40% approached banks before taking out a high interest loan. and were refused. Only 3% said they preferred a loan with a high interest rate.
- With regard to online loans in particular, the study shows that the nature of the problems that affect these loans when taken out in the store or online are broadly similar. However, there are some specific issues that only apply to online loans and so it is important that all consumer protections applied to the storefront apply to online loans as well.
ACORN Canada is an independent national organization is an independent national organization of low and moderate income families with over 140,000 members in over 20 neighborhood chapters in 9 cities.


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During the first half of 2021, Malta’s total trade in goods deficit widened by €21.2 million compared to the same period last year, to reach €1.314 billion, according to new figures released by the National Statistics Office (NSO).
This rise came as both imports and exports decreased by significant levels in the half-year, falling by €79.8 million and €101.0 million respectively, to hit €2,832.4 million and €1,518.1 million.
Lower imports were mainly recorded in the Machinery and transport equipment sector, which stood at €71.1 million, whereas on the exports side Mineral fuels, lubricants and related materials sank the furthest to €147.1 million.
Malta’s trade balance was only positive overall in one sector – Miscellaneous manufactured articles – where the country exported goods worth €52 million more than those it imported.
Regarding trade partners, most goods were imported from the EU, which accounted for 53.7 per cent of overall imports, and Asia, which accounted for 18.5 per cent.
Exports were also mostly directed to these regions, with 45.7 per cent of outgoing goods being sent to the EU and 16.2 per cent being sent to Asia.
Malta had a trade surplus with only four markets, according to the figures: Germany (+€41.0 million), Africa (+€115.9 million), Singapore (+€26.2 million), and South America (+€7.1 million).
Regarding June specifically, a total trade in goods deficit of €274.7 million was recorded, compared to a deficit of €242.3 million a year earlier.
Imports amounted to €529.5 million, whereas exports totalled €253.8 million. This represents an increase of €47.5 million and €15.2 million respectively, over the same month a year earlier.
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Go Viral or Go Home
Each year, companies seem like they have to do more than the previous year to get your attention during the Super Bowl. Let’s face it, when a company is investing $4 million for a 30 second spot, Return on Investment (ROI) becomes even more critical.
Advertising companies started a new trend a couple of years ago, which was to “leak” the commercial during the week of the Super Bowl. The gamble paid off, especially for the 2012 Volkswagon “The Force” commercial, which has received over 50 million views on YouTube.
As part of Audi’s 2014 Super Bowl campaign, they created a Pay-Per-Click (PPC) ad about their commercial that will be televised during the game, “View the Audi ‘Doberhuahua’ ad Before Game Day. Watch Now!” The Call-to-Action goes directly to YouTube.
Another way to gain notoriety is to get your ad banned from the Super Bowl. Scarlett Johansson’s ad for SodaStream did just that. For the record, the ad itself is not banned because of inappropriate content not suitable for children. It’s banned because of the final line of the commercial, “Sorry, Coke and Pepsi.” That’s two soda powerhouses that spend a king’s ransom of ad money on the Super Bowl. However, SodaStream was unable to get a refund, so they were forced to edit the commercial with the controversial line removed and the edited version will run.
So what’s a banned commercial to do? First, upload it on YouTube, and watch the views and publicity catch fire. Next, create a hashtag like #sorrycokeandpepsi and promote the “Uncensored” version of your ad. Now you have something more than a simple 30 second commercial would’ve ever gotten you during the Super Bowl. Congratulations, you have now gone viral and created buzz.
While inadvertent for SodaStream, this type of advertising is nothing new. GoDaddy has created a brand off of its ‘banned’ Super Bowl Ads. Since 2005, they have seen great success with their 30 second commercials ending in a call-to-action to go to GoDaddy.com to watch more of their titilating and raunchy commercial. However, the 2014 Super Bowl ad departs from its frat house ways. Variety reports that “things have changed since company founder Bob Parsons launched GoDaddy’s Super Bowl ads in 2005. Last year, a group of venture-capital firms took over the Web hosting company and the line on this year’s ad is that it will look more like the other commercials that surround it. Deutsch, the large Interpublic Group ad agency that came up with the famous “Darth Vader” Super Bowl ad for Volkswagen, is now also working for GoDaddy.
While the Super Bowl media buy continues to inflate year in and year out, companies are getting more creative in broadening their reach and stretching these campaigns a lot farther than previous years. Without social media and mobile devices, these target audiences are being reached in ways that no one could’ve ever imagined 10 years ago. Yes, even 10 years ago. We are a society that is hungry for more media.
Papa John’s, Pizza Hut and KFC are taking advantage of the popularity of the Super Bowl to kick off social media campaigns, instead of a commercial during the game.
Back in 1979, Coke released what may be one of the greatest commercials of all-time, Super Bowl withstanding – Mean Joe Greene’s Coke commercial. Coke achieved all of its popularity without the internet or social media. It’s amazing how disruptive technology has changed everything. Knowing how it performed in 1979 and beyond, what would kind of response would that commercial receive today?
What are your thoughts on the new rules of Super Bowl marketing, ‘Go Viral or Go Home?’ How has this mindset changed the way you market your brand?


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Kodi and content owners around the world recently went on the attack against third-party add-ons for Kodi that promote piracy and, more important, the people who sell streaming players loaded with apps that allow you to stream content for free.
Recently in the United Kingdom police have started arresting pub owners who use these players in their pubs. Now Canada has banned their sale pending a full trial.
The ban focuses on the sale of pirate boxes loaded with apps, such as Showbox, and players who promote third-party Kodi add-ons for the free streaming of copyrighted movies and TV.
This case comes from Canadian broadcasters who claim that boxes sold by ITVBOX.NET, My Electronics, Android Bros Inc., WatchNSaveNow Inc, and MTLFreeTV all come configured with software designed to receive their copyrighted content.
Back in April 2015 Canadian broadcasters purchased boxes from the listed defendants to test them. They not only found that the devices provided access to their content for free, but they also discovered that the defendants advertised their products as a way to avoid paying for cable bills.
As a result of this testing, Canadian broadcasters filed a claim under both the Copyright Act and Radio Communications Act in Canada for illegally decrypted programing.
At the first hearing the plaintiffs showed up in force with lawyers but court documents revealed that only one defendant attended the hearing. Vincent Wesley of MTLFreeTV told the court that he had nothing to do with the development or maintenance of the installed software. The set-top boxes, he argued, are just pieces of hardware, such as a tablet or computer, and have substantial non-infringing uses.
The court seemed less than convinced by his claim stating, The devices marketed, sold and programmed by the Defendants enable consumers to obtain unauthorized access to content for which the Plaintiffs own the copyright. This is not a case where the Defendants merely serve as the conduit, as was argued by Mr. Wesley, Judge Daniele Tremblay-Lamer wrote in her order.
Rather, they deliberately encourage consumers and potential clients to circumvent authorized ways of accessing contentsay, by a cable subscription or by streaming content from the Plaintiffs websitesboth in the manner in which they promote their business, and by offering tutorials in how to add and use applications which rely on illegally obtained content.
As is often the case, the defendants marketing strategies appear set to haunt them. All imply infringing uses with descriptions such as Original Cable Killer, Cancel cable today, Every Movie Ever Made, Every TV Show Ever Made, and Live Sports and Events.
This is not the first time a new technology has been alleged to violate copyright law, nor will it be the last. There are questions for the Court to resolve at trial rather than at this interlocutory stage, the judge wrote.
The court case is far from over but for now sales in Canada of pirate boxes are banned.
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Fiserv Updates Banking App
September 6, 2011 Alex Woodie
Banking application provider Fiserv recently shipped a new release of Signature, a core banking system that runs on the IBM i server. With Signature version 11.1, Fiserv introduced several new features, including expanded commercial lending, a new pricing module, better visibility into customer accounts, and a new Web UI, among other enhancements.
Signature is one of two IBM i-based core banking systems from Fiserv. The other offering, called Premiere, was originally developed by ITI and is often positioned as Fiserv’s flagship core processing software. Signature (formerlynamed CBS, for Comprehensive Banking System) was previously developed by its CBS subsidiary, and sold internationally under the ICBS banner. It’s recently been modified to support Web services and service oriented architecture (SOA) extensions, and is primarily aimed at mid-sized U.S. financial institutions.
Signature version 11.1 brings the new Relationship Pricing and Analysis module. This piece of software is designed to help banks set pricing levels and create loyalty and behavior-based incentives, such as reduced or waived fees or better interest rates. The software also allows the bank to analyze how commercial and retail customers are using their products.
The new release brings enhancements to the Commercial Lending module that should help with revenue generation by allowing banking customers to offer new fee options when they’re working with their clients at the commitment and origination levels. This module also introduces new reporting capabilities that give banks detailed views of unused commitments by loan, credit line, customer, and group, Fiserv says.
Better visibility into customer behavior is the thrust behind the new Single Customer View option in Signature 11.1. Fiserv says the new software gives bank employees a consolidated view of all of a customer’s accounts at the institution, with summary-level data, with the idea of delivering better customer service.
Signature 11.1 also introduces a new Web-based user interface (UI). Fiserv says the new interface will provide benefits in the areas of training, usability, security, and product stability.


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TRS Promotions has emphasised the need to create a legacy for traditional games to promote youth development and social cohesion, as well as help showcase the country’s potential in sports and tourism.
This is just as TRS Promotions General Manager, Tunde Amosu, hinted that the first Lagos State International Draught Championship would hold from November 1 to December 16, 2023 at the Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos.
Amosun said at the unveiling of the competition’s brand logo that the event would bring to limelight the beauty of the traditional game of draught and showcase the sporting and tourism potentials of Lagos.
He said the draught competition is a brainchild of TRS Promotions in partnership with the Lagos State Sports Commission and Rattawu Lagos State Council as a media partner.
Amosun said the winner of the tournament will receive N3 million, the first runner up will pocket N2 million, while the second runner up will go home with N1 million. There will be consolation prizes for other participants, he said.
“The ideas of this initiative is to bring to limelight the beauty of this traditional game of draught and at the same time, showcasing the sporting and tourism potentials of Lagos State.
“However, one notable aspect of this event is that it will provide remuneration and rewards for participants and also give them compensation for their love for the game.”
“We at TRS Promotions are patriotically committed to the development of traditional sports in Lagos State, with the overall intent of creating a springboard for our teeming youth population to expose their talents and develop sporting facilities in the state.
“Furthermore, we are equally considering the possibility of introducing the traditional game of ‘Ayo’ in our next edition of championship.” Director General, Lagos State Sports Commission, Oluwatoyin Gafar restated the government’s commitment to sports development, noting that youth’s engagement would discourage vices.
“Lagos State has over 20 million population and 62 per cent are youths. If we are doing anything without taking them into consideration, we will be wasting our time. That is why we support anything and everything that has youth intonations.”


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According to a report by Axios, over 13,000 posts on Twitter, Facebook pages, and Reddit have propagated conspiracy theories about Coronavirus. Some of the theories also state that the virus could be a bioweapon.
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Chinese tech companies have launched a spate of platforms and services to provide verified information about the virus and it's widespread. The new ad hoc tools include apps and platforms that map infections and offer latest updates about the epidemic and also facilitate free online consultation. Some of these apps offer AI-powered answers to virus-related questions.
Baidu's free online doctor consultation encourages people with minor illnesses to consult a doctor. The platform eases panic among people and saves hospitals from getting overcrowded. Alibaba has developed AI-powered health service tool. This voice-enabled tool offers information related to the virus.
American tech companies having China operations are facing new challenges. In recent days, these companies had to close offices and stores. Some of these companies even restricted executives and workers from traveling to China. The virus has infected more than 17,000 people and caused 300+ deaths.
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Japanese market access in sight for Peruvian grape industry
With Peru's table grape production following a steady upward curve, exporters could soon have a major new market available to receive some of the additional volumes.
The head of grower association Provid, representing 80% of the country's volume, said Japan would most likely grant market access next year in time for the 2016-17 export season.
"We hope that next year our efforts to open to Japanese market will finally pay off," Provid general manager Carlos Zamorano told www.freshfruitportal.com at the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) Fruittrade Latin America event held in Chile this week.
"Japan is going to be a very important market, we've been doing all the necessary work to open it for many years now, and our part is now complete."
He said Japanese officials would soon visit Peru to inspect the country's phytosanitary protocols, in a trip organized by the Andean nation's National Agricultural Health Service (SENASA).
The Peruvian table grape industry is constantly looking for new markets to diversify its outlet options, but Zamorano said for now all efforts were focused on Japan.
He added he was unsure which varieties would be favored in the Asian island nation, and that they might not necessarily be the same as other key Asian markets like China.
During the last campaign China received 30% of Peru's table grape exports, with a further 18% shipped to the U.S., 16% to the Netherlands, and smaller volumes to destinations including the U.K., Thailand, Russia, Canada, Colombia, South Korea, Brazil and Ecuador.
With the export campaign having kicked off in Peru's northern regions in September, Zamorano said everything had so far been progressing well.
"It's a good campaign, the fruit is being shipped from the country without any problems. We have good volumes, good fruit quality, and the markets are strong," he said.
While no official forecast has been given, the representative said the industry may boost exports by 20% again this campaign.
Last season shipments rose 20.7% year-on-year to 287,000 metric tons (MT), according to website Agraria.pe.
Zamorano added new hectarage was being planted, and if new irrigation projects were established the industry could grow even faster.
Peru also has a slightly larger window in the U.S. market this year, with California's table grape season having wound down slightly sooner than normal.
"We can go in and complement the American production, ensuring that consumers there always have fresh fruit from a responsible supplier that maintains quality," he said.
False alarm for El Niño
Despite concerns earlier this year the El Niño weather phenomenon could cause significant challenges and upset the season, especially in the north, Zamorano said thus far there had been no major issues.
"This year it's been fairly normal," he said.
"Some weather events could happen until December, but to be honest we haven't had much heavy rainfall recently, and the campaign is developing well."
He also said the growing regions had had lots of sunlight hours, and favorable variation between day and nighttime temperatures.
"The minimum temperatures haven't been rising too much, and it’s good to have the right balance for the sake of the fruit’s development, both in terms of size and the sweetness.
"High brix levels are a characteristic of Peruvian grapes."


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The Denver Metro market continued to normalize in October.
Active inventory declined slightly to 7,290 homes on the market at month’s end. However, this is an increase of 115.94 percent year-over-year. While this number reads as a jump, the current inventory is still less than the pre-pandemic inventory numbers of 8,557 active listings in October 2019.
Rising inflation and interest rates are changing the landscape of the market, showcased in new listings. New listings coming on the market declined 26.73 percent from last month and 27.92 year-over-year. As a result, Denver Metro saw its first small decline in average and median sales prices last month. However, sale prices skyrocketed over the last two years so as a result, the market is well ahead of historical appreciation metrics of where the Denver market would likely have been in fall 2022 had it not experienced a pandemic-fueled buying frenzy.
The Luxury Market saw the number of new listings and closings decrease dramatically, and the close-price-to-list-price ratio increase from the previous month.
Throughout the month of October, listings decreased by 28.69 percent compared to the previous month. There has always been seasonality in the market and a decrease in active listings is consistent with the past. The value of houses is about the relationship between supply and demand. While supply did drop dramatically, the amount of closed properties decreased by 31.52 percent compared to September.
The market shift changed the dynamic between sellers and buyers.
Months of inventory for single-family detached properties is 3.43 and for attached properties is 3.08. The Luxury Market has the highest months of inventory of any price point. This change shows that the demand for this type of property has proportionally decreased more than the supply has. The increased months of inventory translated to buyers having more negotiating power with appraisal and inspection clauses back in contracts.
As the Denver market normalizes, we are grateful that there remain many opportunities to look at the silvering lining of the industry. The evolving marketplace allows buyers, particularly luxury buyers, the gift of time to decide on a home while negotiating terms that suit their needs and dreams. Meanwhile, sellers have more time to analyze the marketplace to position their homes correctly while being able to experience a great return on investment due to rising prices over the last few years.
As of late, we’ve noted that 2022 is constantly compared to 2021, which was anything but normal, and year-over-year comparisons are painting a deeply negative picture which causes confusion in the current market and what next steps to take. Below, we are focusing on dissecting some of the whispered misconceptions that we have been hearing of from our buyers, sellers, and other industry professionals in hopes that it helps potential buyers and sellers, particularly in the Luxury Market, make more informed decisions as we head into 2023.
Overall in the market, active inventory did slightly decline to 7,290 homes on the market at month-end, but this doesn’t mean what you think it might.
The misconception here being that many are not acknowledging how this relates to the pandemic’s affect on housing. While this is a staggering jump, and increasing inventory continues to make news, we would like to point out that the current inventory is still less than the pre-pandemic inventory of 8,557 active listings in October 2019. As our market readjusts, both in luxury and overall, we have to bring into consideration that the last two years of COVID-19 have been more of the exception, and not the rule.
Our CEO, Gretchen Rosenberg, pinned an article on Kentwood’s website in August explaining: “Do you remember what the interest rates were in 2018? The average that year was 4.54%, but they got up to 5%. Not altogether that far off the rates today as I write this. Again, 2020 and 2021 were not usual or customary, they were a reaction to a once in a lifetime black swan event.”
If COVID-19 had not occurred, records from DMAR also conclude that the market trajectory is on pace with where it should’ve been back then.
The market is crashing and as a result, the Luxury Market saw a decline in closed properties and new listings this month, meaning buyers have all the power.
This statistic has some startled, however, our point of view is that there has always been seasonality in the market and a decrease in active listings is consistent with the past. The value of houses is about the relationship between supply and demand. While buyers may think they have negotiation power in this market right now, it’s a bit of a misconception because many sellers are hesitant to drop their price too much, which is why the close-price-to-list-price ratio in October was 98.72 percent. We suspect November will represent a similar flow as October.
When buyers say that they want to wait until the New Year to buy, this rarely means January 1st.
While this may not be a “current market” misconception, and more a “November and December misconception,” it’s worth noting that this time of year brings a slow down with the holidays that continues into early spring. When people state that they are going to “start looking” for a home, it usually really begins around the third week in January or later.
We continue to still see bidding wars in the Luxury Market.
While bidding wars are certainly not as common, there’s a misconception that they are obsolete and that is not the case. We have heard of buyers that had to compete on a million-dollar house that went above the asking price. Each listing will always dictate its own story. The key to receiving multiple offers in this market is to price conservatively.
“Houses are no longer selling themselves … but if you wait til spring you’ll be fine.”
On the flipside, homes are not selling themselves in quite the same manner but the misconception we’re starting to see is reflected in how few new listings there were last month in the Luxury Market. We stand by the recommendation that it’s still important to remember to invest in photography, staging, and open houses, plus have a price reduction strategy ahead of listing.
If you plan to wait to sell until spring, do not hold off on the updates.
On the contrary, plan ahead of time to do all the “little” updates necessary to sell your home quickly. Include replacing light bulbs, painting, servicing the HVAC, getting carpets cleaned, repairing screens and decluttering on their home maintenance project list. Other recommended fall home projects include:
● Paint the exterior of the home
● Aerate and overseed lawn
● Clean the gutters
● Winterize sprinklers
● Repair the roof, if needed
Whether you’re looking to buy or sell a home, reading past the headlines and hyperbole is key. Having an experienced Kentwood Real Estate Broker who knows what’s happening in the housing market can help you make an informed decision. Other team members who will be valuable as you go through the process: Prosperity Home Mortgage and HomeServices Insurance. Our partners who we trust to help you dissect the news and apply it to your life decisions.
As the Denver real estate market continues to change, the question on everyone’s mind is whether or not we are in a buyer’s market. Traditionally, a market with less than three months of inventory is considered a seller’s market. In direct relation to that, a market with more than six months of inventory is considered a buyer’s market, which means that three to six months of inventory is defined as a balanced market. These benchmarks help define the current Denver Metro market, which is changing.
The $1 million and over segment for attached homes is at 2.83 months of inventory. Using months of inventory as a metric indicates that Denver Metro is moving toward a balanced market and Luxury Market sellers are focused on getting their homes on the market, and it shows.
New luxury listings were up 18.86 percent from August, with a total of 649 homes priced over $1 million hitting the market in September. The attached Luxury Market saw a massive increase in new listings, up a notable 66.67 percent from the prior month. With 5,962 new listings hitting so far this year, the Luxury Market is enjoying the highest amount of inventory in years.
Luxury buyers also have more time to decide which luxury home to buy. Both detached and attached markets saw a significant increase in the average days in the MLS from August, up 31.82 percent or 29 days for detached, and 40 percent or 35 days for attached. This slowing market is echoed in the drop in pending sales in September, which decreased by 16.35 percent for detached homes and 8.33 percent for attached.
The spring frenzied bidding wars also seem to have subsided. The close-price-to-list-price ratio dropped below 100 percent again this month, to 98.21 percent for detached and 99.30 for attached. Although the detached Luxury Market enjoyed an annual appreciation from a price per square foot perspective of 9.41 percent and a flat month-over-month appreciation, the attached market suffered a decline in annual appreciation of 0.18 percent and an even bigger decline month-over-month, by 5.26 percent.
July 2022 showed a summer market that is receiving a “cool off,” but with current conditions, it’s still not enough to push Denver Metro’s current seller’s market to a buyer’s market. Data confirmed that the Denver Metro area is no longer in a shifting market. Instead, it has shifted, and the real estate market is more balanced. Month-over-month, the market is down 3.33 percent but compared to last year, it is still up 11.04 percent, indicating that a more balanced market, combined with slightly decreasing interest rates, has helped create opportunity for those who previously felt burned out on the process.
One major primary indicator of a shifted market is the close-price-to-list-price ratio, which was down to 100.81 percent. Buyers have become more specific about what they are looking for and frequently question if, and how much, below the asking price they can offer. Gone are the days when a seller can simply put a sign in the yard and expect their home to sell.
Month-end active listings increased 21.53 percent in July.
Pending and closed deals decreased and days in the MLS increased by exactly 30 percent. However, the market is still far from what many experts would consider a buyer’s market.
With mortgage rates that briefly went over six percent, the Luxury Market also felt the seasonal cooling in July. New listings were down 22.13 percent, pending sales were down 18.16 percent, and closed homes were down 30.80 percent since June. There were 718 new luxury listings in July and 492 closings.
At the end of the month, there were 1,190 active homes for sale in the Denver Metro area over $1 million signifying that luxury inventory is up. Compared to last year, inventory has increased 39.05 percent, with most of that in detached homes. Notably, the months of inventory increased in July to 2.37 months for detached luxury homes and 3.31 months for attached.
Listing your home is a monumental moment in your family’s life and should be navigated with great care to avoid unnecessary stress and last-minute delays within the listing and selling process. Here, we outline 9 important steps and considerations for your family to make before listing your home.
Home repairs From stained ceilings to broken windows or even cracks in your floorboards, it’s time to fix these nagging issues and get ahead of the game. Not only will repairing these damages increase the value of your home, but it will also ensure no delays in the potential sale following the necessary visit from a home inspector.
Declutter, declutter … and declutter some more It is imperative that your home looks livable to potential buyers. Decluttering can be difficult since there are so many core memories tucked away in those books, toys, photographs, decor and documents but remember getting started is the hardest part. If you are unable to throw away or shred some items, it may work for your family to get storage tubs to at least get clutter out of the way.
Clean! Although this may sound obvious, roll up your sleeves and get to cleaning. By cleaning, we don’t mean your average sweeping or dusting; we are talking about those little-used closets and other nooks and crannies that are usually overlooked. We recommend starting from the top down from ceiling light fixtures to floor vents and leaving no corner untouched. Oh, and don’t forget how much of a difference clean windows can make to the appearance of your home!
Simple and neutral decor During your decluttering and cleaning phases, try to ponder what, if any, flashy or attention-drawing decor you can remove from your home. Although this decor may sit close to your heart, it is best to leave your home as simple and neutral as possible to allow the buyer to imagine their own potential dream home.
Curb appeal Without fail, the outside of your home makes the initial impression. For someone to be interested in the interior of your home, they must first be impressed with the exterior. With the addition of a neatly-kept yard and a pleasing garden, you will be sure to woo many prospective buyers.
Upgrades Another consideration to make is upgrades throughout your home. Whether it be fencing, hardware, tech, lighting, appliances or even paint, sometimes seemingly unimportant upgrades can significantly increase the value of the potential sale.
Bathrooms For some people, the bathroom can be a make-it or break-it aspect of the home. Putting extra care and cleanliness into the bathrooms can not only elevate the value of the sale but also become a selling point when touring potential buyers.
Refine top selling points Refining and understanding the selling points or value proposition of your home, whether it be the location, the property or the house itself, and making that value abundantly clear through the listing process will help ensure a successful sale from both parties’ perspectives.
Market considerations Last but certainly not least, it is crucial to take in external considerations such as your local real estate market. This will allow you to gauge how long it may take to sell and choose a price point for your home that gets you the best possible return on your investment.
June 2022 demonstrated how sellers and buyers continue to adjust to the economic factors at hand. As month-end active inventory continues to increase, the Denver Metro hit a new record for the average price of attached properties at $504,193 and $810,415 in detached properties. At the end of June 2021, Denver Metro ended with 3,122 properties, 2,137 detached homes and 985 attached on the market. DMAR reported it has now almost doubled that amount over the year, with a total of 6,057 properties, 4,684 detached homes and 1,373 attached, currently sitting on the market.
Buyers are feeling the woes of the economy. Many first-time homebuyers who were initially pre-approved towards the beginning of the year with a specific interest rate decided to wait to buy until it wasn’t as competitive. But, when they restarted their search in May, they found that it was with an increased interest rate.
A summertime increase in inventory is part of the normal seasonality of the real estate market. However, with the 65.85 percent increase in inventory compared to the previous month, Denver Metro should expect more balance as prices appear to be stabilizing. This was reflected in months-of-inventory, which is now at 1.19, the first time it has been above one in months since June 2020, but well below the 4-6 months-of-inventory of a truly balanced market.
The Luxury Market homes also saw an adjustment as the Denver Metro hit the midway 2022 point. While all other pricing segments saw double-digit increases in new listings, there were more new listings in June for the Luxury Market but only a 6.82 percent increase. The impact on the shifting market can be seen most clearly by looking at the pending sales numbers. The number of pending sales of detached homes dropped 21.87 percent month-over-month.
Attached home pending sales were down 42.86 percent from May but closed sales increased 11.11 percent month over month. While some prices are adjusting, the overall demand is still historically low, resulting in a more gradual change. The amount buyers paid over the listing price for detached homes also dropped from 107.11 percent in May to 103.85 percent in June and from 104.39 percent in May to 102.65 percent for the attached Luxury Market. Altogether, the amount buyers paid over the listing price dropped from 106.85 percent in May to 103.71 percent in June. That means, on average, they still paid above the list price and more per square foot. The attached home has the highest above asking price of all of the market segments.
After months of appreciation, negotiations and bidding wars, modest numbers in June ruled the market. The housing market ended May with 3,652 properties on the market, representing an increase of 448 properties from the previous month-end, which is seasonally on trend. Closed sales increased 3.75 percent from the previous month, moving supply and demand closer toward balance.
Attached and detached properties had a similar balance of supply and demand in May. Both markets had the highest amount of standing inventory in the $500,000 to $749,999 price points. The biggest difference was the proportion of inventory. For attached properties, this price range made up 29.87 percent of the market. For detached properties, it made up 41.72 percent of the market. There are over four times more single-family detached properties between $500,000 and $749,999 than attached properties.
Year-to-date, the market has seen 7.18 percent fewer homes closed than the previous year. Even with fewer units purchased, the market has transacted over $1 billion more in sales volume than YTD in 2021, indicating how prices have soared from last year. he close-price-to-list-price ratio of 105.33 percent, while down from the previous month, illustrates how competitive the overall market remains.
Luxury buyers saw their options increase in May. Luxury inventory went up 5.86 percent from April and a significant 65.95 percent higher than the same month last year. Pending luxury sales were also up, along with closed sales and sales volume. More choices turned into more pending sales, up 22.20 percent month-over-month and up 27.37 percent year-to-date.
Detached homes sold for an average of 107.12 percent of list price, down slightly from April’s 108.39 percent. Meanwhile, the condo and townhome Luxury Market is currently selling at 104.94 percent of list price. Still a competitive market, but less so than for single family residences.
The average price of a single-family detached home in Denver Metro is $825,073, which represents a 3.93 percent increase from April. With consecutive months of increased prices and the recent uptick in interest rates, a buyer’s monthly mortgage has increased as well. The average close-price-to-list-price ratio in April for the detached market was 107.29 percent. The close-price-to-list-price ratio shows that a month ago buyers were still bidding prices up an average of 7% above list price.
Sales velocity, closed sales versus month-end active inventory, is evidence that demand remains high.
Because of this, statistics like average sales price are affected. The most significant factor influencing the supply and demand this month is interest rates. Many homeowners refinanced over the past two years due to low-interest rates at the time. Now rates are hovering around five percent, providing those homeowners minimal financial incentive to move. Moving has become more influenced by a lifestyle or employment change.
Increased interest rates are impacting inventory.
While Metro Denver still has relatively low inventory, it’s no longer historically so. There were 610 fewer properties on the market last year compared to today. The market usually sees an 8.59 percent increase in month-over-month inventory this time of year. This month, it saw a 44.26 percent increase. Providing hope to buyers.
In the Luxury Market, inventory is also on the rise.
There was a 57.65 percent increase in new listings from this time last year. However, as a result of inflation, more homes will cross the threshold into the Luxury Market simply due to list price or more likely due to bidding wars that can end 20 percent or more over the asking price.
In part due to seasonality, new listings for detached homes rose 26.62 percent from last month.
This is a 63.73 percent jump from last year for new listings. Pending sales rose 27.15 percent to 562 properties and 599 closed homes, a 17.91 percent increase from last month.
*Written May 6, 2022. Updates may be available after this date.
Recently a couple who I represented many years ago told me they might be selling their local home and moving to a Colorado resort community. Their question was, “when is the best time of year to put our house on the market?”
If you’re ready to move, you have an incredible opportunity in front of you today. Our expert brokers at Kentwood Real Estate will help you determine when to list your home, but generally our top sales prices are seen between February and May every year.
Looking at the big picture, the opportunity you have as a seller today is unprecedented. Last year was a hot sellers’ market. This year, inventory is even lower, which means the opportunity to sell remains high. Finding your next home in a market with low inventory can be challenging, but is that a large enough concern to pass up some of the best conditions sellers have ever seen?
According to the National Association of Realtors, in February, the average home sold received 4.8 offers. When buyers are competing like this, they’ll do what they can to make their offer stand out. This could play to your favor and mean you’ll see fewer contingencies; more cash offers and offers over asking price. Selling when demand is high, and supply is low sets you up for a win.
If you’re also looking to buy a house, you may wonder if you’ll have trouble finding your next home. Remember that perspective is key. As Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com, says:
“The limited number of homes for sale is a lesson in perspective. This same stat that frustrates would-be homebuyers also means that today’s home sellers enjoy more limited competition than last year’s home sellers.”
You have an incredible advantage when you sell your house under these conditions. Since buyer demand is so high at a time when seller listings are so low, there’s a good chance buyers will be competing for your house. An experienced broker can next help you navigate the purchase process.
Today, there are far more buyers looking for homes than sellers listing their houses. Connect with a Kentwood Real Estate Broker so you have expertise on your side to help you win when you sell and when you buy.
Buyers in the Luxury Market should be pleased to see the largest rise in inventory of any price point. With a 58.22 percent increase in the detached market and a 60.53 percent increase in the attached market for homes available for purchase from February to March, buyers in the $1M+ range should be relieved from a historically tight market. But bidding wars have continued with the average luxury home price increasing 7.8 percent month-over-month with an average of 7.66 percent of homes going over list price.
Sales prices continue to grow.
With average sales price reaching $705,812 and month-end active inventory growing 81.16 percent from February to March, demand may decline due to increased interest rates. 995 listings hit the market at the end of the month which might have the potential to aid in balancing out supply and demand. This 43.7 percent increase will serve to balance the accelerated price appreciation that has recently taken place in the market.
Sellers need to stay grounded.
As homes continue to sell for over the asking price, sellers need to keep in mind that buyers can sense when a home is worth less than what is listed and this is expected to be reflected in the market. With rising prices, buyers will feel the market is reaching its peak and wait till prices stabilize.
*Written April 6, 2022. Updates may be available after this date.


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When the UK entered lockdown back in March there were national fears of food and drink shortages, as packs of pasta and rice were swept from the shelves.
However, the food and drink industry has largely ridden the storm and managed to maintain supplies for UK shoppers throughout the pandemic.
Yet, with global supply chains still liable to a second spike and the looming changes to UK-EU trade rules post-transition, the industry is not without its challenges.
The Daily Update today (6 August) looks at the four key sectors for food and drink exports in the UK, summarising their latest state of play.
UK meat suppliers have expressed concern that sales to Europe could collapse if an agreement isn’t reached for mutual recognition of road transport permits for hauliers, the Grocer reports.
Three quarters of UK delivery drivers do not have a European permit, which they would need to apply for through the European Conference of Ministers of Transport (ECMT) scheme.
A possible haulier shortage would harm the meat industry in particular, because many exporters rely on being able to send meat flexibly and quickly to European markets.
“Many of our lamb suppliers are delivering to five or six different customers, sometimes across two or three member states, because we’re able to deliver lamb as quickly as domestic suppliers in their own market,” Peter Hardwick, trade policy advisor at the British Meat Processors Association, told the Grocer.
Hardwick said a failure to reach mutual recognition of permits would be “highly disruptive” and could see the UK lose its “competitive advantage”.
However, some meat producers could benefit from the trade deals the UK is negotiating as a newly independent trade nation.
The Sun reports Japan is set to lower tariffs on bacon in a deal that could be signed imminently.
Scottish haggis producers are also hopeful of greater market access to the US, according to Food Navigator.
The EU continues to press for post-Brexit access to UK waters in what would be a continuation of the common fisheries policy, but environment secretary George Eustice recently said the sides remain “quite wide” apart.
Salmon exports were impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic when China halted imports of the fish from Europe, believing that the virus had been found on chopping boards in a Beijing market in June.
However, Reuters recently reported that European sales are starting to recover after officials found that salmon was not the cause.
Research from the UN Food and Agriculture Organisation has found that global milk exports are set to decline 4% in 2020, on current projections. Imports from China, Algeria, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam and Mexico have dropped most steeply.
According to the AHDB, the UK should not be too affected by this because its major export market is the EU, accounting for 91% of volumes in 2019.
However, exports of milk powders – particularly to China and Algeria – will be affected. These markets represented 10% of annual volumes and 27% of values for 2019.
For cheese sellers, the Grocer reports that some producers saw soaring consumer demand during lockdown, but smaller artisanal producers suffered due to widespread closures in the hospitality sector.
Scotch whiskies and many UK spirits producers have also had to deal with the 25% tariffs imposed by the US as part of its long running dispute with the EU over aviation subsidies.
London-based spirits giant Diageo – which accounts for 40% of the global scotch market – has nonetheless seen exports of whisky to the US increase since June last year, albeit by only 1%.
The BBC reports that, on a global scale across its wide range of spirits, beers and Guinness, exports were down by 8%, with profits down 47%.
Diageo’s managing director for Great Britain, Ireland and France has said these are the “most challenging times ever” for the drinks industry, largely due to the impact the virus has had on on-trade (sales to the hospitality industry) and sports events.


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Conference that will bring together experts and climate policy makers for the first time at a UN climate conference
The Expo taxi will transport visitors around Expo City Dubai. Photo by Neeraj Murali
The world’s leading trade bodies, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the World Trade Organization (WTO), the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the International Trade Center (ITC) will host the “ Pavilion of the House of Commerce. ” at the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, which brought together policymakers and trade and climate experts for the first time at a United Nations climate conference.
The 28th edition of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) will be held in Expo City, Dubai, from November 30 to December 12.
For the first time, trade has been highlighted as a specific topic at the UN conference, with trade-related emissions contributing to around a quarter of all carbon dioxide emissions globally. Climate-related measures, such as industrial policies, carbon pricing and related border adjustments, are increasingly affecting trade and investment, with serious potential impacts on development.
“We want to show that trade is part of the solution to the climate crisis… We will put on the table a menu of trade policy actions that could help countries reach net zero,” said Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, director general of the WTO.
“Climate and trade policies must work together. As the world faces the devastating effects of global warming, it is time for trade to play its role in shaping climate action that fosters inclusive and sustainable development,” said Rebeca Grynspan, Secretary-General of UNCTAD.
The pavilion will feature expert panel discussions on topics such as ensuring a just energy transition from a development perspective, South-South trade in environmentally preferable goods and services, and trade-related measures to advance the implementation of Globally Determined Contributions. national.
Panelists will also discuss the role of plastic substitutes, sustainable investment, finance and the blue economy in supporting the just transition.
Pamela Coke-Hamilton, chief executive of the International Trade Centre, said a low-carbon transition must be fair and inclusive, with small businesses driving the change, especially those run by women, youth, indigenous people and members of marginalized groups.
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The Federal Reserve has approved another quarter-percentage-point interest rate rise, the tenth consecutive increase aimed at battling inflation. This takes its benchmark federal funds rate to a range between 5% and 5.25%, a 16-year high.
As for the future of rate hikes, edits made to the post-meeting statement signal a pause may be imminent: Officials cut a phrase that said “some additional policy firming may be appropriate” in the pursuit of lower inflation.
It seems minor, we know. But within the dialect of “Fedspeak,” where every word is heavy with meaning, the deletion indicates that further interest rate increases aren’t inevitable.
That’s great and all – but here at LikeFolio, we’re especially tuned in to how rising rates influence consumer purchasing decisions, and our consumer insights suggest the Fed may have already taken rate hikes too far.
Today, we’re taking a look at the top investing trends to watch amid this consumer squeeze and the stocks either benefiting or suffering in this tough economic environment…
📰 Investing Trends We’re Watching after Another Fed Rate Hike:
- Discretionary Spending Is Only Getting Tighter
- Consumers Are Falling Behind on Payments
- Big Purchases Are Coming to a Standstill
Investing Trend No. 1: Discretionary Spending Is Only Getting Tighter
Bank of America credit and debit card spending per household moderated in March to 0.1% year-over-year for the slowest pace since February 2021.
This was attributed to a confluence of factors, including a slowdown in wages, lower tax refunds, and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) emergency allotments expiring.
A sustained deceleration in wages and a cooling labor market could further slow the rate of consumer spending going forward.
In fact, we’re already seeing the decline in discretionary spending hit three companies in particular whose products and services simply aren’t making the cut with consumers anymore.
Investing Trend No. 2: Consumers Falling Behind on Payments
Consumer concerns over not being able to cover their bills each month have risen to multi-year highs, currently trending 20% higher from last year and 27% higher on a quarterly basis.
LikeFolio social media analysis also reveals that mentions of depleted savings accounts and maxed-out credit cards are up 7% and 40%, respectively, on a year-over-year basis.
Together, the data paint a clear picture that consumers are rapidly losing their spending power.
A few sectors that aren’t suffering, though? Beer… and pickleball.
Molson Coors Beverage Co. (TAP) and Anheuser-Busch InBev (BUD) posted earnings beats this week – and we’re not exactly surprised.
We’ve been tracking the drama around BUD’s controversial partnership, and we watched in real time as Purchase Intent (PI) mentions for Coors subsequently skyrocketed:
Alcohol is one of those sectors that tends to outperform other areas of discretionary spending during tough economic times: People are willing to treat themselves to little indulgences and “affordable luxuries” when times get tough. There’s always a few bucks to spare for a beer to take the edge off.
And when it comes to pickleball… well, the popularity of the sport only continues to grow.
Investing Trend No. 3: Big Purchases Are Coming to a Standstill
Consumer mentions of purchasing a new house continue to weaken, currently pacing 34% lower year-over-year.
This could be bad news for automakers struggling to achieve profitability on EV investments, like Ford (F).
But it could be good news for auto parts retailers, like AutoZone (AZO), Advanced Auto Parts (AAP), and O’Reilly Automotive (ORLY), as consumers are forced to repair the vehicles they already own.
Of the three companies, our database is picking up the most significant demand surge for AAP right now – with Purchase Intent (PI) mentions pacing 39% higher quarter-over-quarter:
Keep in mind the sample size is still relatively low for this metric (as you can see on the left-hand y-axis), but overall mentions seem to be ticking higher as well, rising 5% on a quarterly basis:
We’ll be keeping a close eye on the auto parts sector for opportunities over the coming weeks.
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Cheerios and Honey Nut Cheerios Recall: Here's How to Find Out if Yours Were Affected
General Mills has recalled both Cheerios and Honey Nut Cheerios that claim to be gluten-free but aren't.
The recall is of almost 2 million boxes of the cereal that were made in July in its Lodi, California, factory, according to the company's press release. General Mills warns "potential adverse health effects" for people with Celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
The recall involved wheat flour being accidentally integrated with oat flour at the Lodi facility. The recall involves four days of Cheerios production and 13 days of Honey Nut Cheerios.
If your box of Cheerios reads "Better if used by" with dates from July 14 through July 17, 2016, it's part of the recall. If your box of Honey Nut Cheerios reads the same for July 12 through July 25, 2016, save July 19, it's affected by the recall as well.
General Mills is "embarrassed and sorry" about the incident and urges those with gluten allergies not to consume any affected cereal and to contact the company for a replacement or full refund at the number provided in the release.
Gluten-free Cheerios hit the shelves in July, including the original Cheerios, Honey Nut, MultiGrain, Apple Cinnamon and Frosted. This "simple change" was implemented to ensure gluten-free consumers can "enjoy their favorite kind of Cheerios again" and also to allow General Mills to meet the FDA's strict gluten-free guidelines. General Mills' Lucky Charms cereal went gluten-free shortly after, though marshmallows were already gluten-free.
"This is exciting news for the cereal category, probably the biggest news since our commitment to whole grain in every box," Jim Murphy, president of the Big G cereal division, said at the time. "We know there are many consumers — as much as 30 percent in the U.S. — who avoid gluten. And, people are looking for more gluten-free options for cereal so it's important that we make these five varieties of gluten-free Cheerios available."


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MSI has announced that its AE221/G and AE222/G are both Windows 8.1 certified. Though Windows 8.1 has yet to be officially launched, MSI is claiming that its machines are the world's first Windows 8.1 certified AIO PCs. Both run on Intel's 4th gen Core processors and feature optional Nvidia GeForce GT740M graphics.
Microsoft announced last week that Windows 8.1 and Windows RT 8.1 had shipped to partners, which means the company is on track to deliver the updated platform in October. The company also admitted that it's breaking tradition by withholding the golden RTM bits until the actual October 18 release date. Prior to Windows 8.1, Microsoft typically released the bits early to MSDN, TechNet and its volume-license customers.
Microsoft hasn't discussed pricing for Windows 8.1. The update will be free for current Windows 8 customers, but Microsoft hasn't said how much it will cost for Windows 7 users and older. The company may re-introduce the $40 upgrade promotion for these customers sometime in mid-January 2014, though that's not confirmed yet either.
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Not viable, just as windows 8.x. The old trick with DirectX10 'only in vista' to attract buyers is not enough anymore. M$ advertises windows 8.x with a newer DirectX version which is not even available in tablet versions (of course a tablet has no directx but they still advertise it). That reminds me when M$ started to use low detail pictures in contrast to High resolution pics to 'falsely accuse directX9' to be much worse then directX10 in VISTA.
I can not trust Microsoft. Will never.
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A bicycle is not a car.
A desktop is not a tablet.
The Universe (except Microsoft)


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For the past few months Nike has been suing the socks off of any and everyone who dares make a buck off of any of their classic silhouette designs, and if you thought they’d fall back for even a second, you’d be wrong.
According to Law360, customizer-turned-designer John Geiger is the latest to feel the legal muscle of the swoosh brand as he’s just been added to an existing lawsuit in which Nike claims his La La Land brand is infringing on their classic Air Force 1 silhouette. Nike feels that Geiger’s “GF-01” sneakers look a tad bit too much like the 1’s that helped make Nike the hottest sportswear brand in the streets today.
“By marketing and selling shoes using Nike’s registered Air Force 1 trade dress, John Geiger knowingly and intentionally creates confusion in the marketplace and capitalizes on Nike’s reputation and the reputation of its iconic shoes,” Nike states in the complaint.”
Well, they do kinda look alike, but so did Bape’s and Nike never came after them. Just sayin.’ La La Land responded to the claim by basically insinuating that Nike is just bullying people at this point and scaring customizers and designers into submission.
“Nike’s strategy aims to quash competition and intimidate legitimate businesses … that often lack the resources to defend themselves against such a well-resourced opponent,” said the manufacturer. “There is a bullying nature to these actions that chills creativity and lawful competition.”
They not wrong. John Geiger took to IG to address the situation and calls out Nike for banking off not only his own creativity, but that of others over the past 10 years and acknowledges that his “GF-01” kicks were inspired by the Air Force 1’s and that in itself shouldn’t be a crime.
Nike is all about their coin these days. It’s kinda sad to be honest. Instead of spending money on these high powered attorney’s they need to fix the SNKRS app to block off all these bots from eating. Just sayin.’


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Xiaomi, the smartphone company, has entered into a partnership with Dixon Technologies (India) Ltd, a contract manufacturer, to produce and export phones on behalf of Xiaomi. The collaboration aims to strengthen Xiaomi’s manufacturing capabilities in India and expand its presence in the country.
All About the Xiaomi-Dixon Technologies Partnership!
According to IT minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar, Xiaomi has informed the Indian government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, about its plans to have Dixon assemble and export Xiaomi smartphones. The partnership may also explore opportunities in component manufacturing, further enhancing India’s local manufacturing ecosystem.
Xiaomi, which was once a dominant player in the Indian smartphone market, faced regulatory scrutiny and intense competition, leading to a decline in its market position. Additionally, Xiaomi had to begin searching for manufacturing partnerships with local partners as a result of the crackdown on Chinese companies by Indian state authorities, maybe in an effort to win over the Indian government.
This latest partnership follows Xiaomi India’s announcement to manufacture wireless audio products in the country through a collaboration with electronics manufacturer Optiemus. The news of Xiaomi’s collaboration with Dixon Technologies resulted in a positive response from the market, with Dixon’s shares experiencing a 4% boost.
India has been actively encouraging global companies to invest in local manufacturing as part of its strategy to become a key player in the global electronics supply chain. By attracting manufacturing investments, India aims to enhance its domestic manufacturing capabilities and reduce its dependence on imports.
In March, Xiaomi India President Muralikrishnan B. stated in an interview with Reuters that the company plans to expand its retail network beyond the existing 20,000 retail partners and increase the local procurement of mobile phone parts to reduce costs. Additionally, Xiaomi expressed its intention to source more components from India, including essential elements like display and haptic feedback modules, as part of its commitment to strengthening its supply chain within the country.
The collaboration between Xiaomi and Dixon Technologies signifies a significant step towards fostering local manufacturing and boosting the Indian electronics industry. It showcases Xiaomi’s dedication to aligning with the Indian government’s vision for a self-reliant and globally competitive electronics manufacturing sector.


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The food delivery platform announced that Amazon Prime members who have already signed up for Grubhub+ after its launch in July 2022 will now receive an additional 12 months of free Grubhub+ membership.
It also said that Prime members who redeem the offer on 6 July 2023 or later will still receive 12 months of Grubhub+ for free.
Grubhub growth and marketing senior vice-president Ariella Kurshan said: “As we approach the first anniversary of our collaboration with Amazon, we’re excited to bring more value to Prime members by offering Grubhub+ for free for an additional year.
“Prime members are loving Grubhub+ and using it to get even more delivered to their door from their favourite restaurants through Grubhub.
“With unique experiences like ‘Tune In and Takeout’ that complement our core Grubhub+ offer and showcase what Grubhub and Amazon do best, we’re incredibly energized by the possibilities from our continued collaboration.”
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Prime members will also receive a Grubhub+ trial for free, which includes no delivery fees from hundreds of thousands of restaurants.
Amazon Prime vice-president Jamil Ghani said: “Whether it’s saving money on your favourite takeout with Grubhub+, exclusive deals, prescription savings, entertainment, or fast, free delivery on tens of millions of items, Prime keeps getting more valuable for our members.
“Prime members have enjoyed saving money on takeout with Grubhub+ and we are excited to deliver even more savings to those who already redeemed and those yet to redeem by adding another free year of Grubhub+ to Prime.”


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While Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts that the iPhone SE 4 will be the first iPhone with Apple’s own in-house modem, it’s unclear when the company’s flagship devices will make the switch. Currently, Apple relies on Qualcomm for the 5G modems it uses in its devices.
When will flagship iPhones ditch Qualcomm?
The iPhone SE 4 will be the first iPhone that uses Apple’s custom-designed 5G modem. With that said, however, it won’t support the highest-speed mmWave 5G technology. Instead, it will use only sub-6GHz 5G, which offers faster speeds than LTE, but not speeds as fast as mmWave.
In a post on Twitter today, Kuo says that it’s “still being determined” whether the iPhone 16 launching in 2024 will use Apple’s own modem chip or continue to use Qualcomm’s components.
Kuo says there are two challenges facing Apple’s development of in-house 5G chips: satellite connectivity and mmWave tech. “The main challenge lies in whether Apple can overcome the technical obstacles related to mmWave and satellite communications,” he explains.
The iPhone SE 4 is reportedly on track for a release sometime in 2024. This is the same year we expect the iPhone 16, but again, that doesn’t mean the iPhone 16 will also include Apple’s in-house modem.
Apple famously battled Qualcomm in court over patent disagreements regarding cellular modem technology used in iPhones. Ultimately, Apple acquired Intel’s modem business and paid up for use of Qualcomm’s broadband chips. Apple has continued to develop its own in-house cellular modems since then.
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text: A new lawsuit targeting Amazon claims that a lack of Covid-19 protections at its Staten Island facility has not only put workers at risk, but also their families. The complaint, filed Wednesday by three Amazon workers at its JFK8 warehouse, alleges the company has erected a “a façade of compliance” to meet public health guidelines while simultaneously pressuring employees to report to work under unsafe conditions. The result is that while “most New Yorkers have remained safe by complying with the state’s stay-at-home order … for JFK8 workers and their families, home has been a place of danger,” the complaint said. “We are saddened by the tragic impact COVID-19 has had on communities across the globe, including on some Amazon team members and their family and friends,” Rachael Lighty, an Amazon spokesperson, said in a statement to CNN Business. “From early March to May 1, we offered our employees unlimited time away from work, and since May 1 we have offered leave for those most vulnerable or who need to care for children or family members” Barbara Chandler was among the first confirmed cases of coronavirus at JFK8, according to the complaint. After she began experiencing symptoms, the virus allegedly moved on to other members of her household — including her oldest son as well as her cousin. After falling ill with Covid-19, according to the complaint, Chandler’s cousin was later found dead in the family’s bathroom. For Amazon, the lawsuit is the latest in a series of accusations that it has not done enough to safeguard its workforce during the pandemic. Amazon has declined requests for information on the total number of confirmed cases in its workforce, arguing the data would not be useful. To date, the company has confirmed the deaths of nine workers due to Covid-19 across its US facilities, including one who worked at JFK8. “We are deeply saddened by the loss of an associate at our site in Staten Island, NY,” Amazon said at the time. “His family and loved ones are in our thoughts, and we are supporting his fellow colleagues.” In recent months, Amazon has said it’s tripled the amount of cleaning it performs in facilities, and made masks and hand sanitizer more available. It has also committed to making and distributing tens of thousands of plastic face shields to its employees, to health care workers and the general public. It has said it’s made more than 150 “process changes” to its operations to enhance safety. Amazon’s Lighty said the company has “invested $4 billion from April to June on COVID-related initiatives, including over $800 million in the first half of this year on safety measures like temperature checks, masks, gloves, enhanced cleaning and sanitization, extended pay and benefits options, testing, and more. This includes two weeks paid leave for any COVID diagnosis or quarantine.” But employees have complained of rationed hand sanitizer, insufficient quarantine leave policies and work expectations that make it impossible to maintain social distancing. Those who have sought paid pandemic leave, like Chandler, say it’s taken them far too long to receive the benefit. And, according to the complaint, the extra pay is a fraction of what Amazon actually owes Chandler under its paid leave policy. The complaint seeks a court order forcing Amazon to expand its leave policy, as well as to hand off its internal contact tracing efforts to a qualified third party. In addition, it calls for Amazon to grant workers additional free time during shifts so that they may wash their hands. The suit was filed in the US District Court for the Eastern District of New York, with the help of three legal groups: Towards Justice, Public Justice and Make the Road New York.


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After selling and repairing outdoor power equipment for roughly 70 years in Central Massachusetts, Caola Equipment in Worcester is shutting its doors for good.
The outdoor power equipment superstore, a staple on Route 9 for decades, announced in a statement posted to the business’s website that it would no longer be offering any more sales, service or parts as of Dec. 31 of last year, noting, “RETIREMENT TIME HAS ARRIVED!”
“The decision to close was not an easy one, but the time has come,” the statement says. “Over the past 65 + years, we have enjoyed the relationship with our employees, customers, and suppliers. Without all of you, our success over the years would not have been possible.”
Caola Equipment, located at 391 Park Ave., was expected to be open for limited hours for equipment pickup and some close-out specials in its showroom. The store said its hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m.-12 p.m. until this Saturday, Jan. 7.
An equipment superstore that also provided maintenance, repairs and deliveries, Caola Equipment originally opened on Route 20 in Shrewsbury in 1953 before moving to its current, bigger location in the early 1980s. Throughout that time, the business “stayed in the family and true to its history,” according to its website.
“To this day Caola Equipment has not changed its ideals of how a good business should run. Family owned for over 55 years, Caola Equipment continues to give each customer a sense of familiarity and importance with exceptional service every day,” the business’s website says.


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April 1 - With the takeover of its Indian agent PL Shipping & Logistics Pvt. Ltd. in September 2010, Swiss based M+R Spedag Group created a strong position in the Indian logistics market.
The merger is now fully complete, and the new Indian subsidiary company has changed its name to M+R Logistics (India) Pvt. Ltd.
"Mergers always pose a great challenge, as they involve all stake holders. Resistance to change is a factor that must not be underestimated. As both companies have been part of each others success for the last 10 years, there was already a strong degree of identification, resulting in a smooth integration" says Daniel Richner, owner of M+R Spedag Group.
Ramkumar Ramachandran, managing director and local partner of M+R Logistics (India) Pvt. Ltd. adds: "The two companies shared the common vision that a solid transportation infrastructure and dependable logistics services are a prerequisite for growth in any emerging market. We can create added value for the benefit of our customers, and in turn become part of growth itself". This holds true for East Asia where M+R has been operating for over 25 years already, as well as for India, where the former PL Shipping & Logistics is celebrating its 10th anniversary on April 1


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Many individuals dream of a memorable trip that they’ll speak about for years. In its earnings launch Friday, the Miami-based firm stated advance bookings for 2013 are behind the identical point a 12 months earlier. The corporate blamed Europe’s financial issues for its incapability to boost costs. North American prices are up barely however those in Europe and Asia are lagging behind. Passengers in Europe are reserving holidays much closer to the date of departure, Carnival stated.
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It is very well known to most of us that LG is working on a smaller variant of the LG G6. This year the smaller & lighter variant of LG G6 won't be called as the LG G6 Mini. The company is opting for LG Q6 as the Mini LG
Recently LG India announced a huge price cut of Rs.10000 in India. After the price cut, the LG G6 was available for purchase I'm India for Rs.41990.
Now Amazon India has announced another interesting offer for its 'Amazon Prime' subscribers in the country. The new offer lets Amazon Prime users buy
Korean smartphone maker LG officially launched the LG G6 smartphone in India back in April. It was launched in India for ₹51990.
Now the company has announced a new offer to the LG G6. As per the new BYOD offer, the LG G6 is being offered at ₹10000 price cut. After
Yesterday we reported about LG sending press invites for the G6 unveiling in India. LG G6 is all set to finally be launched in India on 24th April. We had already reported about LG India starting taking registrations for the LG G6 flagship in India. This clearly indicats the launch of LG
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Now LG India has sent out media launch invitations for
Recently we reported about LG India starting taking registrations for the LG G6 flagship in India. This clearly indicated the launch of LG G6 in India.
Now we have some more information about the LG G6 availability in some more regions. As per the latest report, the LG G6 is coming
LG introduced the LG G6 smartphone back in February at MWC 2017. The LG G6 was introduced with Android Nougat 7 out of the box.
Now US based network provider Verizon has released an update to the LG G6. This upcoming update is the very first update to the device since
LG introduced the LG G6 smartphone back in February at MWC. The company doesn't seem to be doing good with the production of the LG G6 currently. The device is currently available in very few markets while to make it successful, the company should do something with the production and availability
Yesterday we reported about the availability of LG G6 in US. The information was made available for different carriers of US like Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile.
Now the smartphone has come out of US market. Now it is available for purchase in Malaysia. The smartphone is now listed officially on Malaysian
It seems to be a day of LG G6 and Samsung Galaxy S8. We have got many reports about the Samsung Galaxy S8 and LG G6. While LG G6 has been officially introduced but Samsung Galaxy S8 comes as leaks.
Now it's time for another LG G6 news. The latest one
Earlier today w reported about the availability of LG G6 on T-Mobile in the USA. The LG G6 is heading to T-Mobile starting 7th April and pre-order starts today.
Now the biggest carrier of US has also announced the date of availability of LG G6 on their network. As per the
LG G6 was announced on 26th February at MWC 2017 event by LG. It is already being headed to many regions and carriers in different countries.
Now we have information about the availability of LG G6 in the US. US based cellular network provider T-Mobile has now officially announced the availability
2017 flagship phone from LG is the LG G6. It was made official on 26th February at MWC this year when many other OEMs were also showcasing their new innovations and products. The LG G6 was already available for pre-order in many countries.
Now it's time for Canada to see the
LG G6 was launched on 26th February event in Barcelona, Spain. The LG G6 is next flagship product from Korean manufacturer.
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