Gold reserves: A World Gold Council survey shows nearly half of central banks plan to boost gold reserves amid geopolitical risks. Gold may outpace the US dollar, with growing preference for safer, non-dollar assets including yuan and euro.
India, France near deal on tax treaty, to lower levy on dividends paid to French parent companies
India and France are nearing a revised tax treaty that will reduce dividend taxes for French parent companies holding over 10% stakes to 5%, while