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Biden forgives $4.28 billion in student debt for 54,900 borrowers

The Biden administration announced on Friday that it would forgive another $4.28 billion in student loan debt for 54,900 borrowers who work in public service.

10 months ago

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway scoops up Occidental and other stocks during sell-off

Berkshire Hathaway bought over $560 million worth of stocks over the last three sessions.

10 months ago

Investors are putting more into their 401(k)s — here's the average savings rate

The average 401(k) savings rate is trending higher, according to a new survey from Plan Sponsor Council of America. Here's how it compares to target benchmarks.

10 months ago

Beyond Plant-Based: Alternative Proteins

6 in 10 U.S. households purchased plant-based foods in 2023[1], and alternative proteins are breaking through as an industry for private market investors to keep an eye on. With the growth of alternative proteins industry segmented into plant-based proteins and … Continue reading


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10 months ago

UK Banking Competition Remedies, Lessons for Fintech Growth

Competition | Dec 19, 2024 How the UK's Banking Competition Remedies Program (BCR) Boosted Fintech Growth What happens when a government takes bold action to increase competition in its banking sector? The UK’s Banking Competition Remedies program offers a fascinating case study. Both the UK and Canada face similar challenges with highly concentrated banking sectors


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10 months ago

Number of millennial 401(k) millionaires jumps 400%: Here's what it takes to reach seven-figure status

The number of millennials with more than $1 million in their 401(k)s has quadrupled from one year ago, according to the latest data from Fidelity Investments.

10 months ago

As Congress works to avoid a shutdown, here's what's next for a bill to increase Social Security benefits for public pensioners

The Senate may soon consider a bill that would increase Social Security benefits for individuals who also receive public pensions.

10 months ago

OSC Crypto Trading Platform Compliance Review Findings

Regulation | Dec 20, 2024 Are Restricted Dealer Crypto Platforms Doing Enough to Protect Investors?  The OSC Weights In The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) recently conducted a compliance review of 6 restricted dealers operating crypto asset trading platforms (CTPs) in Ontario, and published a summary of their findings, "Staff Notice 33-757" (see press release).  The


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10 months ago

The Fed cut interest rates, but mortgage costs jumped. Here's why

The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage spiked after the Federal Reserve cut rates. Experts say expectations for rate cuts in 2025 fueled the jump.

10 months ago

Despite APRs that can top 30%, some shoppers still like retail credit cards over buy now, pay later plans

Some shoppers prefer retail store credit cards over buy now, pay later loans. Either way, here's what you need to consider.

10 months ago

Open Banking Delayed to 2026, Favours Banks Over Innovation

Consumer-Driven Finance | Dec 18, 2024 Open Banking Delayed to 2026, Leaving Canada Behind While Favouring Banks If you haven't realized it, Canada likes to delay the rollout of national projects (i.e, Trans mountain pipeline, national housing strategy, Phoenix pay system, high speed rail projects etc), and while it was painfully anticipated, the Canadian government


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10 months ago

CFPB takes aim at ‘bait-and-switch’ credit card rewards — consumers forfeit about $500 million worth each year

When it comes to credit card rewards, cardholders often leave money on the table. Now the CFPB is taking a closer look at these programs.

10 months ago

Student loan servicer transfer led to 'millions of consumer credit reporting errors': Lawmakers

A "faulty" transfer of student loan accounts from NelNet to Mohela led to "millions of consumer credit reporting errors," lawmakers say in a new letter.

10 months ago

OpenAI’s Latest Updates Stock Sale, Lawsuit & Innovations

OpenAI | Dec 19, 2024 OpenAI Makes Headlines with Employee Stock Sales, AI Updates, and Musk Lawsuit It's been a whirlwind for OpenAI, capturing the tech world's attention with all kinds of developments from a private stock sale that will turn hundreds of employees into millionaires to a high profile lawsuit and exciting product launches. 


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10 months ago

Senate expected to hold final vote on bill to change Social Security rules. Here's what leaders have said

As the Senate wraps up its final legislative days for the year, it is expected to vote on a bill affecting Social Security benefits for about 3 million people.

10 months ago