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Trying to choose Pretax vs. Roth 401(k)? Why it's trickier than you think, experts say

Trying to choose Pretax vs. Roth 401(k)? Why it's trickier than you think, experts say

If you're trying to pick between pretax and Roth 401(k) contributions, here are some factors you need to consider.

3 years ago
Powerball jackpot grows to $650 million. Here’s the tax bill if there’s a winner

Powerball jackpot grows to $650 million. Here’s the tax bill if there’s a winner

If you beat the odds and win the Powerball jackpot, your winnings shrink significantly after the IRS takes its share.

3 years ago
What the Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action could mean for legacy applicants

What the Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action could mean for legacy applicants

New challenges take aim at the decades-old practice of giving preference to legacy applicants in college admissions.

3 years ago
NatWest Group’s Vision for the Future of Open Banking and 3 Potential Ways Forward

NatWest Group’s Vision for the Future of Open Banking and 3 Potential Ways Forward

NatWest Bank of APIs | Jul 4, 2023 NatWest report on open banking's untapped potential and pathways forward Despite Open Banking's launch in 2018 and its use by over 7 million businesses and consumers, it has only reached about 10% of consumers and SMEs. Traditional payment methods still significantly overshadow Open Banking payments.  The report


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3 years ago
Central Bank Digital Currencies on the Rise:  15 Retail CBDCs by 2030

Central Bank Digital Currencies on the Rise: 15 Retail CBDCs by 2030

NCFA | July 10, 2023 As the digital revolution continues to reshape the global economy, central banks worldwide are increasingly exploring the potential of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) to enhance payment safety, efficiency, and monetary policy. CBDC Research is Progressing Despite Concerns In the rapidly evolving digital economy, central banks globally are turning their


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3 years ago
Navigating the End of Jobs:  2023 Human Capital Trends (From a Financial Services Perspective)

Navigating the End of Jobs: 2023 Human Capital Trends (From a Financial Services Perspective)

Report | Jul 10, 2023 The Deloitte 2023 Human Capital Trends report highlights the need for a skills-based approach to work, the importance of technology in augmenting human capabilities, the negotiation of workforce data, the necessity of leadership in a boundaryless world, the push for equitable outcomes, and the advancement of human sustainability in the


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3 years ago
You can use A.I. to land a job, but be careful: 'It can backfire,' career expert Suzy Welch says

You can use A.I. to land a job, but be careful: 'It can backfire,' career expert Suzy Welch says

Artificial intelligence can help job seekers find a new role, but career experts say the tools should be used carefully.

3 years ago
Bearer of rare 'One Ring' card from 'Lord of the Rings' lore could fetch $2 million and face hefty tax bill

Bearer of rare 'One Ring' card from 'Lord of the Rings' lore could fetch $2 million and face hefty tax bill

An ultra-rare "One Ring" serialized "Magic: The Gathering" card was reportedly found by an individual in Canada. If sold, they'd likely owe a big tax on profits.

3 years ago
Here's how one single father spent a decade planning for his dream family via surrogacy

Here's how one single father spent a decade planning for his dream family via surrogacy

This man spent a decade planning for a baby through surrogacy. Here's what prospective parents need to know about the process.

3 years ago
Top Wall Street analysts favor these stocks for the long haul

Top Wall Street analysts favor these stocks for the long haul

TipRanks analyst ranking service pinpoints Wall Street's best-performing stocks, including Amazon and Micron.

3 years ago
As 'bougie broke' videos trend on social media, experts say that's not necessarily a bad thing

As 'bougie broke' videos trend on social media, experts say that's not necessarily a bad thing

New social media videos are start to removing the stigma tied to spending decisions, experts say. That may ultimately help people become wealthier.

3 years ago
End of China’s Fintech Crackdown?  Tencent and Alibaba Fined

End of China’s Fintech Crackdown? Tencent and Alibaba Fined

TechCrunch | Rita Liao |  Jul 8, 2023 The Chinese government's regulatory crackdown on the fintech industry, which began in late 2020, appears to be concluding with substantial fines levied on Tencent and Alibaba, the two dominant players in China's digital payments market. Fines: Tencent and its payments subsidiary Tenpay have been fined approximately $410


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3 years ago
Activist Starboard prepares the groundwork to reduce leverage and build value at Algonquin Power

Activist Starboard prepares the groundwork to reduce leverage and build value at Algonquin Power

Algonquin Power will be conducting a strategic review of its renewables business.

3 years ago
Binance Faces Leadership Crisis as Top Executives Resign Amid Regulatory Pressure

Binance Faces Leadership Crisis as Top Executives Resign Amid Regulatory Pressure

Fortune Crypto | Jeff John Roberts  | Jul 6, 2023 Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, is facing a crisis as top executives Including General Counsel Hon Ng, Chief Strategy Officer Patrick Hillmann, and SVP for Compliance Steven Christie, have resigned. Their departures follow the recent exit of Matthew Price, who was overseeing global investigations


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3 years ago
Op-ed: Cruise line stocks are a light on the horizon for investors seeking diversification

Op-ed: Cruise line stocks are a light on the horizon for investors seeking diversification

Market breadth improved as of late May and leadership expanded to cyclical sectors. One place for investors seeking diversification could be cruise companies.

3 years ago