New York Cheers as Minimum Wage Climbs in 2024
As the clock crept over to 2024, New York's minimum-wage workers had more reason to rejoice on Monday than just the start of a new year.
Jan 02, 2024 4:47 AM EST
The Best of Money Times 2023
Welcome to "The Best of Money Times 2023," a curated compilation that highlights the most insightful, intriguing, and influential financial news and analyses of the year. In this comprehensive overview, we navigate through the dynamic landscape of global finance, covering a myriad of topics ranging from economic trends and market dynamics to investment strategies and corporate developments.
Jim Rogers Predicts Epic Crash, Eyes "Magnificent 7" Short Attack
Renowned investor Jim Rogers anticipates a significant decline in asset prices and foresees an economic downturn.
How Wage Gains Propelled Social Security Checks to $5,000 Heights
Due to tax-related modifications and inflation, Social Security beneficiaries may see significant changes in 2024 that will affect everything from their monthly income to their tax obligations. In 2024, the monthly top benefit is expected to reach close to $5,000.
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Social Media Giants Rake in $11 Billion from Kids' Ads, Study Says
According to a research released on Wednesday by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, social media corporations generated over $11 billion in advertising income from children in the United States last year.
Dec 28, 2023 5:48 AM EST
January 1 Brings Raise Day for Millions Across the US
A new study suggests that the implementation of higher minimum wages across 22 states on January 1 will benefit over 10 million workers economically.
Dec 27, 2023 7:10 AM EST
SoftBank Makes Billions on T-Mobile, Investors Cheer
The announcement that SoftBank Group Corp will get shares in telecom T-Mobile US valued at about $7.59 billion at no additional cost caused a 5% increase in the Japanese conglomerate's stock.
Dec 27, 2023 6:00 AM EST
Apple Fights for Watch Future as US Ban Looms Large
In response to a complaint from the medical monitoring technology firm Masimo, Apple on Tuesday challenged a decision to prohibit imports of its watches after U.S. The administration of President Joe Biden chose not to veto a federal tribunal.
Dec 27, 2023 3:03 AM EST
Americans Defy Inflation Blues with Booming Holiday Spending
According to the most recent assessment, holiday sales increased this year and spending held steady over the shopping season despite Americans grappling with rising costs in certain places and other financial concerns.
Dec 26, 2023 9:06 PM EST
Nasdaq Ready to Rocket in 2024? This "Magnificent Seven" Stock Could Lead the Charge
Though it is already fading in memory, Wall Street's worst performance in recent memory was the market turmoil of 2022. As of Tuesday's market closing, the Nasdaq Composite had risen 43% this year after falling more than 35% the previous year.
Dec 26, 2023 11:50 AM EST
Delimobil Gears Up for Historic Public Offering in 2024
Three finance sources said on Monday that Delimobil, a car-sharing firm, would be the first Russian company to make a long-awaited initial public offering (IPO) in 2024. The listing could raise up to 4 billion roubles ($43.5 million).
Dec 26, 2023 11:00 AM EST
El Niño's Weather Woes Could Make Your Holiday Desserts Costly
A specialized agricultural and agribusiness bank predicts that customers will likely see a massive price increase for raw commodities affected by El Niño in 2023. Thus far this year, soft commodities have seen enormous gains.
Dec 25, 2023 9:38 PM EST
Karuna Soars 47% After $14B Bristol Myers Buyout
On Friday, Bristol Myers Squibb said that it has reached a deal to purchase Karuna Therapeutics, a biopharmaceutical business, for $14 billion in cash, or $330 per share.
Dec 23, 2023 11:03 AM EST
US Inflation Crashes, Easing Economic Pressure
Another indication that inflation is abating and that Americans should profit from lower interest rates and be spared from excruciating price shocks in 2024 is the Federal Reserve's preferred price index, which decreased last month.
Dec 23, 2023 10:32 AM EST
Nike & Foot Locker Crumble as Growth Projections Shrink
Nike's stock fell on Friday after the sportswear manufacturer reduced its forecast for fiscal year sales, citing Foot Locker as a major source of income.
Dec 23, 2023 9:45 AM EST
Wall Street Gets Shaken: First-Ever Major Bank Unionization Vote Rocks Wells Fargo
Employees at a Wells Fargo bank in New Mexico have voted to unionize, marking the first time in modern history that workers at a major U.S. bank have sought to organize.
Dec 22, 2023 8:34 AM EST