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Apollo Global Management has posted unprecedented fees from its lending and insurance sectors, though asset sales fell short, resulting in a stock price decline. The company wisely postponed certain divestitures in response to market conditions, while notching up quarterly records in both fee-related and spread earnings. With an upcoming focus on enhancing transparency and liquidity…

US stock markets closed higher on Wednesday, driven by strong AI infrastructure company earnings. Mild inflation data reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates steady. CoreWeave and other AI firms reported upbeat quarterly results, boosting their stock prices. Data center operators and chipmakers also saw gains following positive company forecasts. Traders now…

Income tax refunds occur when paid taxes exceed actual liabilities after deductions and they are processed after ITR e-verification.  Here’s when to expect it and common reasons for delay.