Fed Cuts Interest Rates For Third Time: What It Means For You
For the third time in a row, the Federal Reserve has lowered interest rates by 25 basis points. Find out how this choice impacts credit cards, student loans, auto loans, savings accounts, and mortgage rates.
Dec 19, 2024 7:12 AM EST

Dow Jones Drops 1,100 Points, Suffers Longest Losing Skid Since 1974 As Markets React To Rate Cut
The Dow Jones Industrial Average broke a half-century record for futility on Wednesday, suffering losses for the 10th consecutive session on the heels of the Federal Reserve's 0.25% interest rate cut.

Are Gift Cards the Future of Consumer Spending? Insights for 2025
With their ability to simplify transactions and control spending, gift cards might just be the future of consumer spending. But how will they evolve by 2025? Let's delve into the key factors driving this transformation.

NNPCL's $1 Billion Deal Signals Boost For Dangote Refinery And Nigeria's Oil Sector
Chief Corporate Communications Officer Olufemi Soneye said that these efforts showed Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited's commitment to fostering national development partnerships.
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Why Gift Cards Are Becoming a Financial Lifeline for Cash-Strapped Consumers
Gift cards have come a long way from being last-minute gifts to becoming vital financial tools for many. With inflation and economic pressures on the rise, more consumers are discovering that these cards can be a strategic way to manage expenses and stretch their dollars. From paying for groceries to covering gas, gift cards are offering flexibility and convenience at a time when financial stability feels increasingly elusive.
Dec 09, 2024 12:45 AM EST
A Busy October for H.I.G. Capital: Multi-Sector Investments Reflecting Market Agility
As global markets continue to present both challenges and opportunities, H.I.G. Capital, the Miami-based alternative investment powerhouse, has launched a series of strategic moves that underscore its agility and foresight. With $65 billion of capital under management, H.I.G. has long been known for its diverse investment approach. However, the firm's activities in October 2024 paint a picture of a company not just participating in market trends but actively shaping them.
Oct 13, 2024 10:13 PM EDT
The Surge in Copper Prices: Predictions and Market Reactions
The global copper market has been experiencing a significant surge in prices, driven by supply constraints and increasing demand. This trend has caught the attention of investors, industry analysts, and policymakers alike, as copper is needed in various sectors, particularly in the growing fields of renewable energy and electric vehicles. Here are some of the key factors behind the price surge, market reactions, and future predictions for copper prices.
Sep 25, 2024 5:38 AM EDT
Belgian Billionaire Shukhrat Ibragimov Puts Private Jet on Market for $46m
Shukhrat Ibragimov, the chairman of mining giant Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), has put his Dassault Falcon 8X up for sale for $46 million.
Sep 19, 2024 1:11 AM EDT
IC Funded: Revolutionizing Prop Trading for Retail Traders
IC Markets has recently launched its proprietary trading platform, IC Funded, and it's already creating a buzz in the trading community. What started as a soft launch has now captured the attention of traders worldwide, highlighting a significant shift in how retail traders can access capital and participate in the markets.
Aug 28, 2024 1:18 AM EDT
"Roaring Kitty" Disappoints, GME Slips 40% After Long-Awaited Livestream
Keith Gill, also known as "Deep-------Value" on Reddit and as "Roaring Kitty" on X and YouTube, conducted his first livestream after the three-year-old meme stock craze.
Jun 10, 2024 9:43 AM EDT
Big Tech Soars, But Can Other Sectors Keep Up to Fuel Market Rally?
Since the start of the most recent stock market rise in October 2022, investors have taken it for granted that Big Tech will continue to expand.
Jun 10, 2024 3:36 AM EDT
Buy Gold Bars at Costco? Why Guns, Gold, and Hard Assets Go Viral
The numbers show that when the going gets tough, Americans get to buying guns and gold. Signs of this gold rush might even be found amongst something as commonplace and red, white, and blue as Costco's floor-to-ceiling pallets of bulk household products and its $1.50 hotdog line. But the gold's origins are not so red, white, and blue.
Apr 12, 2024 2:28 PM EDT
Tech Titans Urge Senate: The Case for a TikTok Ban
Recently, Vinod Khosla, a luminary in venture capitalism, alongside Jacob Helberg, a senior advisor at Palantir, escalated the discourse by penning a compelling open letter to the U.S. Senate. Their message? It's time for a TikTok Ban.
Apr 11, 2024 4:08 PM EDT
Gold's Glittering Rally: Hitting Record Highs Amid Rate Cut Buzz
Gold is not just commanding attention now; it's practically screaming from the rooftops. On Monday, bullion prices soared to another record high, driven by whispers of U.S. interest rate cuts and its timeless allure as a safe haven asset. Let's dive into what's sparking this golden rally.
Apr 01, 2024 10:05 AM EDT
Why You Need to Think About Investing in LSD
What's not normal is pretending that mental illness doesn't affect everyone to some degree, or that it isn't getting worse. It is. It's why there's a rich history of psychedelics in literature. In Plato's Phaedo, the philosopher says he was inspired by the Eleusinian Mysteries, an ancient religious ceremony where participants took psychedelics.
Mar 06, 2024 1:01 PM EST
Reddit IPO: Everything You Need to Know
The million-dollar question, or should I say, the $6.5 billion question is - should you buy Reddit stock? As an investor, I've learned that answering this question requires a careful analysis of the company's fundamentals and growth prospects.
Mar 06, 2024 12:54 PM EST