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Social Security cost-of-living adjustment projected to be lower in 2026, estimates find. But tariffs may change that

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment projected to be lower in 2026, estimates find. But tariffs may change that

New government inflation data points to a lower Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2026 compared to the 2.5% increase beneficiaries saw in 2025.

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Trump's 'buy' call nets huge returns for those who listened

Trump's 'buy' call nets huge returns for those who listened

CNBC calculated how much well-known holdings rallied between when Trump posted and session highs.

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Trump's triple-digit tariff essentially cuts off most trade with China, says economist

Trump's triple-digit tariff essentially cuts off most trade with China, says economist

President Trump's tariff increase on imports from China would basically end most trade between that country and the U.S., according to economist Erica York.

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Trump’s Tariff Pause Leaves Canada in the Cold

Trump’s Tariff Pause Leaves Canada in the Cold

Economy | April 10, 2025 Trump Temporarily Halts Tariffs for Most Countries But Keeps Pressure on Canada, Mexico, and China On April 10, 2025, President Trump announced a 90-day pause on most of the newly implemented global trade tariffs after market backlash and political pressure.  The break was extended to countries in Europe, Asia, and


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3 likely student loan changes as Trump looks to overhaul $1.6 trillion system

3 likely student loan changes as Trump looks to overhaul $1.6 trillion system

The Trump administration recently announced that it would begin a process to overhaul the country's $1.6 trillion student loan system. Here's what to know.

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Tariffs, trade war inflation impact to be 'pretty ugly' by summer, economists say

Tariffs, trade war inflation impact to be 'pretty ugly' by summer, economists say

Tariffs will take a few months to filter through to consumer prices, economists said.

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SEC Issues Covered Stablecoin Statement, Risks Remain

SEC Issues Covered Stablecoin Statement, Risks Remain

Regulation | April 10, 2025 SEC Says Some Fully Backed, Payment-Only 'Covered Stablecoins' Aren’t Securities On April 4, 2025, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a statement that clarified some U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins may not be considered securities.  While the statement was welcomed and creates some breathing room for crypto and fintech projects,


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See if you qualify for the $1,400 IRS stimulus check before the deadline

See if you qualify for the $1,400 IRS stimulus check before the deadline

There's still time to claim the $1,400 IRS stimulus check by April 15. Here's how to check on the status of your payment.

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Social Security Administration updates information on new anti-fraud measures for benefit claims

Social Security Administration updates information on new anti-fraud measures for benefit claims

The Social Security Administration on Monday will put new policies into effect aimed at preventing fraud for benefit claims. Here's what applicants can expect.

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The Intersection of Fintech and Real Estate: How Innovation is Rebuilding the Foundation of Property Transactions

The Intersection of Fintech and Real Estate: How Innovation is Rebuilding the Foundation of Property Transactions

Fintech and Real Estate | April 9, 2025 Real Estate in Canada is Undergoing a Once-in-a-Generation Transformation Historically, property transactions have been paper-based, opaque, and slow-moving—anchored in legacy systems and entrenched commission structures. For many buyers, sellers, and investors, the process has been expensive, inefficient, and largely inaccessible without insider knowledge or substantial capital. But


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Waymo Plans to Train AI Using In-Car Camera Footage

Waymo Plans to Train AI Using In-Car Camera Footage

Privacy | April 7, 2025 Waymo’s In-car Data Plans Echo Orwell's 1984 As featured in TechCrunch, autonomous robotaxi firm Waymo is reportedly preparing to use in-car video data recordings of its identifiable passengers to train AI systems.  Apparently, a researcher uncovered a 'draft privacy policy' that raises red flags, suggesting that users would not be


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Bill Ackman praises Trump's tariff pause: 'Thank you on behalf of all Americans'

Bill Ackman praises Trump's tariff pause: 'Thank you on behalf of all Americans'

"Thank you on behalf of all Americans," Ackman wrote in a post on social media platform X. Shortly after, he added, "[Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent] rocks!"

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Trump tariffs will lead to abandoned freight at ports as cash-strapped businesses reject orders

Trump tariffs will lead to abandoned freight at ports as cash-strapped businesses reject orders

With tariffs set to rise exponentially for U.S. businesses that import, many shipments may be stranded at ports by cash-strapped owners.

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United Airlines, Microchip Technology lead the stocks posting 20%-plus reversals on Trump tariff pause

United Airlines, Microchip Technology lead the stocks posting 20%-plus reversals on Trump tariff pause

More than a dozen companies swung more than 20% from their lows to their highs in Wednesday's furious rally.

1 year ago
Trump's morning 'buy' call nets huge returns for those who listened

Trump's morning 'buy' call nets huge returns for those who listened

CNBC calculated how much well-known holdings rallied between when Trump posted and session highs.

1 year ago