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Here's the inflation breakdown for September 2024 — in one chart

Here's the inflation breakdown for September 2024 — in one chart

Inflation fell in September as gasoline prices declined and housing inflation moderated, according to the consumer price index.

1 year ago
Social Security Administration announces 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment for 2025, lowest increase since 2021

Social Security Administration announces 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment for 2025, lowest increase since 2021

The Social Security Administration has announced a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment for 2025.

1 year ago
Social Security Administration announces 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment for 2025

Social Security Administration announces 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment for 2025

The Social Security Administration has announced a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment for 2025.

1 year ago
Here's why the Social Security COLA is smaller for 2025

Here's why the Social Security COLA is smaller for 2025

Social Security beneficiaries will see the lowest cost-of-living adjustment in 2025 since the pandemic. Some argue the way the COLA is measured should change.

1 year ago
As interest rates fall, it's a 'fantastic time' to revisit bonds, advisor says — here's why

As interest rates fall, it's a 'fantastic time' to revisit bonds, advisor says — here's why

As the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, investors should revisit their bond portfolio, experts say. Here's which bonds could see a boost.

1 year ago
Warren Buffett's S&P 500 bet paid off. Experts weigh in on whether it's still a winning strategy

Warren Buffett's S&P 500 bet paid off. Experts weigh in on whether it's still a winning strategy

Investing in an S&P 500 index fund can let you take a set-it-and-forget-it approach. But some experts say you could be missing an opportunity to diversify.

1 year ago
Consumers hate paying for return shipping — it tops jury duty and the DMV in annoyance factor, report finds

Consumers hate paying for return shipping — it tops jury duty and the DMV in annoyance factor, report finds

Consumers hate paying for return shipping. But as retailers struggle to keep costs in check, those fees may only increase.

1 year ago
Life spans are growing but 'health spans' are shrinking. What that means for your money

Life spans are growing but 'health spans' are shrinking. What that means for your money

Older Americans are spending more years with chronic ailments, which often come with higher medical bills, experts said.

1 year ago
Court Approves $16.5 Billion FTX Repayment Plan

Court Approves $16.5 Billion FTX Repayment Plan

FTX | Oct 9, 2024 FTX’s $16.5 Billion Repayment Plan Likely to Boost Bitcoin's Price and Liquidity FTX announced on October 7, 2024 that the United States Bankruptcy Court in Delaware has agreed to FTX's repayment plan of disbursing between $14.7 billion and $16.5 billion to creditors. See:  FTX Clients To Be Fully Reimbursed with


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1 year ago
33% of homeowners would hire a 'questionable' contractor to save money, report finds

33% of homeowners would hire a 'questionable' contractor to save money, report finds

A third of homeowners are willing to hire a "questionable" contractor to save money, a report finds. But that may leave room for error, and sometimes fraud.

1 year ago
Marathon Bitcoin Miner Ventures into Whisky Barrels

Marathon Bitcoin Miner Ventures into Whisky Barrels

Tokenization | Oct 9, 2024 Marathon’s Anduro Takes Tokenization to Bitcoin with Whiskey Pilot Marathon Digital Holdings is breaking ground into tokenization with its latest venture, Anduro under the Avant platform which was created in partnership with tokenization specialist Vertalo. The project plans to tokenize real-world assets (RWAs) on the Bitcoin blockchain starting with whisky


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1 year ago
Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2025: Here's how benefits may change

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2025: Here's how benefits may change

Social Security beneficiaries are expected to find out this week just how much their benefits will increase in 2025.

1 year ago
Credit card spending growth is slowing — 'consumers have been in a pretty frugal mood,' expert says

Credit card spending growth is slowing — 'consumers have been in a pretty frugal mood,' expert says

Revolving debt, which mostly includes credit card balances, fell 1.2% in August, according to the Federal Reserve’s latest consumer credit report.

1 year ago
Streamline Workflow: Choosing the Perfect Internet Service for Maximum Efficiency

Streamline Workflow: Choosing the Perfect Internet Service for Maximum Efficiency

Oct 8, 2024 The internet is an invaluable tool today. People with reliable internet access find they can accomplish more each day. However, finding the perfect internet service for maximum efficiency can be challenging. There are countless options, and a person doesn't want to make the wrong choice. What factors should be considered when selecting


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1 year ago
How Fintechs Are Unlocking Value in Private Markets 2024

How Fintechs Are Unlocking Value in Private Markets 2024

Fintech and Private Markets | Oct 8, 2024 Private markets are getting ready for a breakthrough in 2024 Global economic trends, investor needs, and regulatory changes are combining to create a one of kind environment for development and innovation. Despite numerous headwinds from interest rates, geopolitical volatility, and slower exit activity, fintechs are well positioned


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1 year ago