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Health insurance premiums rising for Main Street business owners, employees, with little relief in sight

Health insurance premiums rising for Main Street business owners, employees, with little relief in sight

Health insurance premiums are rising across the U.S., and for small businesses on Main Streets across America, there's little relief for owners or employees.

8 months ago
Taxpayers may see 'record tax refund season' in 2026 due to Trump's 'big beautiful bill,' analysts say

Taxpayers may see 'record tax refund season' in 2026 due to Trump's 'big beautiful bill,' analysts say

Some filers could see a bigger tax refund in 2026 based on midyear changes enacted via President Donald Trump's "big beautiful bill." Here's who could benefit.

8 months ago
Exxon in advanced talks to power AI data centers with natural gas and carbon capture

Exxon in advanced talks to power AI data centers with natural gas and carbon capture

The tech sector has mostly secured renewable energy to power data centers, but some are turning to natural gas as well as they search for reliable power.

8 months ago
Understanding Pro Rata Rights

Understanding Pro Rata Rights

Pro rata rights represent the right for investors to participate in subsequent rounds of startup funding beyond their original investment. Generally utilized to preserve ownership stake when a startup pursues additional rounds of funding, pro rata rights are typically used … Continue reading


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8 months ago
Republican who oversaw student debt launches class action effort against Trump administration

Republican who oversaw student debt launches class action effort against Trump administration

The Trump administration is wrongfully damaging the credit of millions of student loan borrowers, a new proposed class action lawsuit says.

8 months ago
How the 2026 Social Security payroll tax cap could impact your paycheck

How the 2026 Social Security payroll tax cap could impact your paycheck

In 2026, more wages may be subject to Social Security payroll taxes. Here's what to know.

8 months ago
After the Fed cut interest rates, adjustable-rate mortgages may be 'an underappreciated opportunity,' top advisor says

After the Fed cut interest rates, adjustable-rate mortgages may be 'an underappreciated opportunity,' top advisor says

More buyers are turning to adjustable-rate mortgages, which offer lower initial rates than fixed-rate loans. But there are some risks.

8 months ago
Get a Crypto License in Estonia – full legal setup and MiCA-ready strategy

Get a Crypto License in Estonia – full legal setup and MiCA-ready strategy

Oct 30, 2025 Estonia has become one of the most attractive EU hubs for crypto businesses: digital-first processes, e-Residency, and clear MiCA-aligned rules make it ideal for launching compliant exchanges, wallets and custody services. Thanks to this, obtaining a crypto license in Estonia is profitable, fast, and legal. Prifinance leverages this environment to deliver end-to-end


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8 months ago
Shares of breast cancer therapy developer Olema Pharmaceutical could more than double from here

Shares of breast cancer therapy developer Olema Pharmaceutical could more than double from here

The clinical-stage biopharma stock has rallied more than 70% over the past three months on the back of promising clinical data for its lead drug, Palazestrant.

8 months ago
Senate Democrats propose increasing VA, Social Security benefits by $200 a month for six months

Senate Democrats propose increasing VA, Social Security benefits by $200 a month for six months

Following the announcement of a 2.8% Social Security cost-of-living adjustment for 2026, some Democratic Senators say the increase is not enough.

8 months ago
Wealthsimple’s $750M Raise Reaches $10B Valuation

Wealthsimple’s $750M Raise Reaches $10B Valuation

Financing | Oct 30, 2025 Wealthsimple's $750 Million Round Puts Canadian Fintech on the Global Map On October 27, 2025, Wealthsimple announced it had raised $750 million in new equity funding at a $10 billion post money valuation. The deal includes $550 million in new shares and up to $200 million from secondary sales. Dragoneer


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8 months ago
Trump administration to limit student loan forgiveness eligibility for some public servants

Trump administration to limit student loan forgiveness eligibility for some public servants

The Trump administration is moving closer to limiting eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

8 months ago
This biotech stock has jumped nearly 50% in 3 months. Its CEO says business is 'growing substantially'

This biotech stock has jumped nearly 50% in 3 months. Its CEO says business is 'growing substantially'

Rigel Pharmaceuticals has landed on CNBC's list of top performing stocks of companies located in San Francisco.

8 months ago
Global Payments to Reach $2.4 Trillion and Tokenized Future

Global Payments to Reach $2.4 Trillion and Tokenized Future

Payments Report | Oct 30, 2025 BCG’s 2025 Global Payments Report Shows Tokenization, Real-time Systems, and Digital Assets Driving a $2.4 Trillion Market On Sept 22, 2025 the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) released the Global Payments Report 2025 titled 'The Future is (Anything but) Stable" (37 page PDF report) reported that worldwide payment revenues totalled


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8 months ago
What this Fed rate cut means for your credit card, mortgage, auto loan, student debt and savings account

What this Fed rate cut means for your credit card, mortgage, auto loan, student debt and savings account

Here’s a look at all of the ways the Fed decision could affect your finances.

8 months ago