Emerging Markets Brace for Impact as Supreme Court Ruling Bolsters U.S. Dollar
The U.S. dollar surged following a Supreme Court ruling, prompting emerging markets to brace for economic repercussions. As traders anticipate Trump's potential return, this article explores the implications for global currencies, economic policies, and financial stability in emerging markets.
Jul 02, 2024 9:42 PM EDT
SNAP Benefit Highest Payouts: Hawaii Residents Get $445, What Influences Benefit Amounts?
SNAP benefits vary by state, with Hawaii and Alaska offering higher payouts. Gain insights into the economic effects of these disparities.
Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment Forecast: 2025 COLA Is Lower But Seniors, Retirees Will Face Inflation
About 50% of American households with someone aged 65 and above depend on Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) program for at least half their living expenses. Without it, countless seniors would be languishing in poverty.
'Vibecession' Alters Economic Behaviors, Shifts Spending Patterns
What is vibecession and how does it affect spending patterns? The phrase "vibecession," coined by Kyla Scanlon, sums up the state of the economy today: a mismatch between economic data and the public's gloomy outlook.
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Traditional Retailers Adapt as Gen Z's TikTok-Driven Shopping Habits Evolve
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Inflation on Food, Goods, Services Hits Urban, Rural Areas Differently
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Jun 27, 2024 2:50 PM EDT
Biden, Trump Eager to Discuss Taxes in Debate Showdown
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Jun 27, 2024 2:24 PM EDT
Yen's Slide Puts Japan on High Alert, Raising Fears of Global Currency War
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Rising Home Prices: A Squeeze on Renters
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Jun 26, 2024 6:30 PM EDT
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Jun 26, 2024 6:00 PM EDT
Yuan vs. Dollar: Can China's Currency Challenge the Global Dominance of the Greenback?
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US Consumer Confidence Falls in June, Triggering Shifts in Spending Habits
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Hong Kong Takes Crown as World's Priciest Construction Hub, Offering Investors a Double-Edged Sword
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Jun 25, 2024 8:44 PM EDT
Yellen Targets Housing Shortage to Improve Affordability, First-Time Homebuyers May Feel At Ease
In response to soaring housing costs exacerbated by the pandemic, the Biden administration, led by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen, has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at increasing access to affordable housing.
Jun 25, 2024 8:27 PM EDT