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How to manage your student loan payments after a layoff

How to manage your student loan payments after a layoff

Student loan borrowers who are unemployed have a number of relief options available to them, despite current challenges to the system.

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Top Wall Street analysts favor these 3 stocks for the long term

Top Wall Street analysts favor these 3 stocks for the long term

TipRanks' analyst ranking service spotlights favored by the Street's top pros, including Zscaler and Costco Wholesale.

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More Americans with college degrees are working multiple jobs, Fed report finds

More Americans with college degrees are working multiple jobs, Fed report finds

In 2024, roughly half of Americans holding multiple jobs have a college degree, according to a report.

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Americans lost $5.7 billion to investment scams in 2024, FTC says. Here's how to protect yourself

Americans lost $5.7 billion to investment scams in 2024, FTC says. Here's how to protect yourself

Americans lost $5.7 billion to investment fraud in 2024, up 24% from 2023, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

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Trump administration sends a clear message to the oil and gas industry: 'You're the customer'

Trump administration sends a clear message to the oil and gas industry: 'You're the customer'

The officials leading Trump's energy agenda downplayed climate change and called for more energy production to support economic growth and national security.

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How activist Mantle Ridge's presence at Cognizant can help lift the company's valuation

How activist Mantle Ridge's presence at Cognizant can help lift the company's valuation

Signals suggest that Mantle Ridge likes Cognizant's new leadership and supports the board's actions. The Street may come to appreciate the stock.

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Trump’s Canadian tariffs are having a chilling effect on Vermont’s small business owners

Trump’s Canadian tariffs are having a chilling effect on Vermont’s small business owners

The Green Mountain State's small businesses are getting caught in the tariff crossfire between the United States and Canada.

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Carney Shakes Up Leadership and Vows to Protect Canada

Carney Shakes Up Leadership and Vows to Protect Canada

Politics and Economy | March 14, 2025 Mark Carney Sworn in as Prime Minister - A Fresh Start and Bold Stance on Sovereignty On March 14 2025, Mark Carney was officially sworn in as Canada's 24th Prime Minister, delivering his inaugural address from Rideau Hall in Ottawa, Ontario.  Carney wasted no time addressing Canada’s current


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As Social Security faces an uncertain future, the debate on privatization heats up again

As Social Security faces an uncertain future, the debate on privatization heats up again

New leadership in Washington has prompted questions about Social Security's future. Some experts say privatizing the program could be the answer.

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Don’t hide cash at home — here’s what you’re risking and what to do instead, experts say

Don’t hide cash at home — here’s what you’re risking and what to do instead, experts say

While keeping your money in a secret spot at home can feel safe, it's often not the case. Here's what to know.

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U.S. Senate Moves to Regulate Stablecoins

U.S. Senate Moves to Regulate Stablecoins

Regulation | March 14, 2025 GENIUS Act Passes Senate Banking Committee, Stablecoin Rules Are Coming On February 4, 2025, Senator Bill Hagerty introduced the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act) based on the discussion draft he released in October 2024.  Yesterday, the GENIUS Act received approval from the Senate Banking Committee with


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Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady next week. But some consumer loans are getting cheaper

Federal Reserve is likely to hold interest rates steady next week. But some consumer loans are getting cheaper

High interest rates have put pressure on households, but some borrowing costs are starting to ease, even with the Fed on the sidelines.

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OCC Opens Doors for U.S. Banks to Engage in Crypto

OCC Opens Doors for U.S. Banks to Engage in Crypto

Regulation | March 14, 2025 U.S. Banks Get Green Light for Crypto Activities As highlighted by Mayer | Brown, on March 7 2025, the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued guidance that removed the prior approval requirement for national banks and federal savings associations to engage in cryptocurrency activities.  This streamlines


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This retirement account is an ‘IOU to the IRS’ — but here’s when it makes sense, expert says

This retirement account is an ‘IOU to the IRS’ — but here’s when it makes sense, expert says

Your pre-tax IRA is subject to future income taxes, depending on your bracket. But it could offer planning opportunities, experts say.

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Military families have special tax breaks — but the rules can be tricky, experts say

Military families have special tax breaks — but the rules can be tricky, experts say

Many members of the U.S. military qualify for special tax breaks that aren't available to other Americans. Here's what to know about eligibility.

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