An unusual printing error has driven up the value of specific $1 bills, with some pairs selling for up to $150,000. Here’s how to know if you’ve got some on your hands. Watch Your Wallet Next time you take out your wallet, you might want to check what’s inside! Millions of $1 bills are now … Read more
If you live in New York, you could be in with a chance for a big windfall – provided you meet the necessary criteria. STAR Stimulus Check Tax season is over, and that means the benefits are beginning to roll in for those who are eligible. Residents of the Big Apple might be seeing an … Read more
Wealth inequality is breaking all records this year, according to newly released data from nonprofit Americans for Tax Fairness. Let’s take a look at what they found out. Billionaires’ Wealth Surge It may come as no surprise to many of you, but wealth inequality is getting out of hand. According to a new report by … Read more
It’s looking to be a good week for Alphabet, as Google’s parent company soars in value on the stock market due to recent announcements for investors. Dividends and Buybacks Alphabet Inc., the parent company of tech behemoth Google, announced on Thursday that it will be issuing its first-ever dividend to investors, as well as authorizing … Read more
Minnesota‘s most populous city has made the controversial move to raise minimum cigarette prices, making prices the highest in the U.S. A Unanimous Vote In a bid to improve public health, the Minneapolis City Council voted unanimously for an ordinance that will raise the minimum retail prices for cigarettes. The Highest in the Nation It’s … Read more
Newly released data from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) shows that scams are a big problem in the U.S. According to the FTC, Americans lost a massive $10 billion to fraud last year, up more than 14% on 2022. Let’s take a look at their findings and see which states are the most scammed. Advanced … Read more
The world of billionaires is volatile and subject to rapid changes in fortune. From market crashes to poor investments and changing business landscapes, various factors can cause even the wealthiest individuals to lose their billionaire status. What leads to such dramatic financial reversals, and how do these former billionaires cope with their new realities? #1. … Read more
Financial analyst Gary Shilling had some tough words for people across the nation this week, with a dire warning about America’s tardy economy. Expert’s Warning Despite the Biden administration repeatedly touting the strength of the economy, one expert strongly disagrees – Gary Shilling. Gary Shilling Predicts Recession Ahead In an interview with Newsweek, Shilling claimed … Read more
Another high-profile financial figure has stepped forward to warn about the potential impacts of the US trillion-dollar national debt. Cooperman Speaks Out The US is being nudged ever closer to a financial crisis as a result of trillion-dollar debt, according to billionaire investor Leon Cooperman. Interview With CNBC In an interview with CNBC on Tuesday, … Read more
The FTC has made another aggressive move to block a corporate merger, this time between two significant players in the luxury shopping and fashion industries. FTC Moves Against Fashion Merger The US Federal Trade Commission has declared its decision to sue to block a merger between luxury fashion brand Tapestry and one of its major … Read more
After weeks of debate, negotiation, and a missed deadline, top lawmakers in New York have finalized the state budget. Budget Finally Passed New York finally passed its state budget. Though it was finalized three weeks after its April 1 deadline, lawmakers agreed on a $237 billion sum to be dispersed across multiple sectors. Different Sectors … Read more
Weight loss drugs are having some notable effects on consumer spending and may go on to have a significant impact on the US food and retail industry, according to a new survey. Do Weight Loss Drugs Reduce Food Spending? ‘Miracle’ weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are driving down food spending for users, according … Read more
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