Retail investors are becoming more than shareholders
Andreeson Horowitz Matthieu Hafemeister Oct 23, 2020 Historically, the definition of an investor has been almost entirely focused on the financial component: the flow of capital...
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Trump says he 'prepaid' his taxes. So do millions of other Americans. Here's what that may mean
During the final debate on Thursday, President Donald Trump said that he prepaid millions of dollars in taxes. Experts think he meant quarterly estimated payments. Here's...
Here are tips from financial advisors for getting your Medicare coverage right
Under Medicare, which you are eligible for at age 65, it can be challenging in some circumstances to change plans and costly if you get your...
Long-term unemployment spikes for millions of Americans. Aid that’s kept them afloat may end soon
As of September, 2.4 million Americans have been unemployed for more than 27 weeks due to the coronavirus pandemic. The aid that many have relied on...
How to snare more income from your investments in a time of low Treasury yields
With yields near zero on the historical benchmark for safe income — U.S. Treasurys — investors may need to add some risk to the income portion...
Unemployment claims are down. It’s not all for good reasons
About 1 million fewer workers were collecting state unemployment benefits the week of Oct. 10 relative to the week prior, the Labor Department said Thursday. Much...
Goldman is clawing back or cutting millions in pay from CEO Solomon, Blankfein and others over 1MDB
The punishment meted out by the board of the New York-based bank may be viewed as an indirect acknowledgement that Goldman's leaders had some responsibility for...
What’s a custodian bank do in a blockchain world?
DigFin Oct 21, 2020 BNP Paribas Securities Services is reinventing a bank’s value where processing is no longer needed. One of the benefits of blockchain-based projects...
Goldman is clawing back millions in pay from CEO David Solomon, Lloyd Blankfein and others
The punishment meted out by the board of the New York-based bank may be viewed as an indirect acknowledgement that Goldman's leaders had some responsibility for...
Bank Shot: Canada may be a laggard, but these B.C. fintechs are ready for open banking
BCBusiness Michael McCullough Oct 20, 2020 Will COVID-19 be the shock that finally shakes up our stodgy (and expensive) payment systems? If you’re like me, you...
Here's how to handle an unexpected windfall of money
Depending on the assets you're inheriting, you may need to take steps to ensure you avoid unexpected taxes or expenses.
Pulled money from a 401(k) plan for an emergency? What it means for your taxes
The CARES Act gave savers friendlier terms in the event they tap a last-resort pot of cash: a withdrawal of up to $100,000 from a retirement...
GOP’s Marco Rubio: I'm open to voting for higher Covid stimulus because Americans need help
"I think the price of not doing something is even higher," the Florida Republican told CNBC on Thursday. "I'm willing to be flexible about it because...
Paul Tudor Jones says he likes bitcoin even more now, rally still in the 'first inning'
The longtime trader believes inflation will make a comeback and bitcoin is the best hedge against it.
Restless Americans map out road trips despite misgivings
After months of quarantine and canceled vacations, wary Americans are ready to plan trips again. However, they remain doubtful they'll actually be able to travel and...