Author: Lucas

A married man recently inherited his parents’ estate, consisting of immovable and movable property besides other investments. He is under the impression that the inheritance belongs to him alone and does not form part of the community of acquests. Is this correct? If so, would he be entitled to administer the inheritance alone, that is, without his wife’s consent? According to law, any property, whether immovable or movable, inherited by either spouse, before marriage or after the marriage has been celebrated, shall be deemed to be paraphernal property and shall therefore pertain to the spouse upon whom such property has…

Utilities are central to the energy system, but regulation often limits the value they can create for shareholders.Many of the companies in this space—which includes electric utilities, gas utilities, and water utilities—do everything from producing energy to delivering it.Here, we outline our expectations for the utilities sector and the companies that are best positioned to succeed amid this environment.Get the full report: 2024 US Utilities Sector Landscape3 Key Themes to Keep an Eye On in the Utilities SectorOur outlook for the utilities sector is centered on three key industry themes:Renewable energy is growing rapidly in the US. Falling costs for…

Gold, Silver Rates Today LIVE: Gold and silver prices on the Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) traded lower on Monday, following weakness in global bullion prices, as the dollar firmed. Investors also opted for profit booking after a decent rise in the precious metal prices last week.MCX gold rate for April futures contracts opened 0.57% lower at ₹1,54,999 per 10 grams as against its previous close of ₹1,55,895 level. MCX silver price for March contracts opened lower by ₹5,871, or 2.4% at ₹2,38,489 per kg, as against its previous close of ₹2,44,360 level.Why are gold, silver prices falling? Gold…

After decades of wear and tear, the US energy grid is starting to reach its breaking point.The traditional grid system was designed for a time when electricity demand was steady and less intense. Today, the grid faces a mountain of unprecedented stressors. Accelerating electrification, a surge in energy-hungry AI infrastructure like data centers, and the intensifying impacts of extreme weather fueled by climate change are pushing grid infrastructure to its limits, destabilizing the already vulnerable energy system.These disruptions could result in blackouts that could cost American businesses up to $150 billion each year, according to the US Department of Energy,…

Investment Week produces the must-attend events in the industry. The success and power of the brand has enabled us to host a whole series of market-leading events, including the legendary Fund Manager of the Year Awards, our popular morning briefings, the intimate market focuses and the exclusive Funds to Watch conference for test. Funds to Watch Asia 2026 3 Mar 2026 – 6 Mar 2026 Hong Kong & Singapore, Singapore Investment Week is taking Funds to Watch outside the UK for the first time, with inaugural launches in Hong Kong and Singapore for an invitation-only audience of senior fund selectors,…

BHP Group (ASX: BHP) on Tuesday entered a silver streaming agreement with Wheaton Precious Metals (TSX: WPM) for an upfront payment of $4.3 billion at completion. BHP will deliver silver from its share produced at the Antamina mine. (Reporting by Sneha Kumar in Bengaluru; Editing by Lisa Shumaker) Source link

The AI software company could make its shareholders significantly richer over the next five years despite its high valuation.Shares of Palantir Technologies (PLTR +1.71%) have shed nearly 34% of their value since hitting a 52-week high in early November. However, the stock roared back into form after the company released its fourth-quarter results on Feb. 2, jumping nearly 7% in the next session. It is worth noting that Palantir’s expensive valuation has contributed to the drag on the stock in recent months. However, the stellar results it has delivered and the guidance management offered make it clear that there is…

VANCOUVER, BC, Feb. 16, 2026 /CNW/ – Wheaton Precious Metals™ Corp. (“Wheaton” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Wheaton Precious Metals International Ltd. (“WPMI”) has entered into a definitive Precious Metals Purchase Agreement (the “Silver Stream”) with a wholly-owned subsidiary of BHP Group Limited (“BHP”) for their 33.75% portion of the silver produced at the Antamina Mine located in Peru (the “Mine” or “Antamina”). Upon closing, Wheaton will receive a combined 67.5% of all the silver produced from Antamina, up from the 33.75% currently delivered under the existing Glencore silver stream. “Wheaton has grown into…

1. What are the top AI stocks to watch in 2026?NVIDIA, Microsoft, Alphabet, AMD, and Palantir are among the most watched since they have been growing their revenues substantially from AI-related activities.2. Are AI stocks considered future tech stocks?Certainly, a lot of AI companies are involved in fast-growth industries like semiconductors, cloud computing, and advanced analytics.3. Which sector benefits most from AI growth?The share of semiconductor and cloud infrastructure companies has increased significantly due to the computational demand.4. Are AI stock picks risky?Technology stocks could be subject to price movements. Investors should evaluate the fundamentals and market conditions before making…

SummaryThis paper explores how retail central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) could enhance the delivery of social safety nets (SSNs). It assesses CBDC design features and their implications for payment administration and delivery. Findings suggest that using CBDCs solely as payment delivery solutions offers limited advantages over existing systems such as faster payment systems. However, leveraging CBDCs as payment administration platforms—with peer-to-peer transfers, decentralized ledger access, and advanced programmability—could transform SSN delivery by enabling agencies to automate transfers, operate independently from private financial intermediaries, and monitor transactions directly. These benefits come with significant challenges, including privacy concerns, compliance risks, and infrastructure…