U.S. budget deficit in fiscal 2024 swells to third highest level on record
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U.S. budget deficit in fiscal 2024 swells to third-highest level on record
The federal budget deficit for fiscal 2024 was $1.8 trillion, up 8% from a year ago, as the government’s spending continued to swamp revenue.3 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
U.S. deficit tops $1.8 trillion in 2024 as interest on debt surpasses trillion-dollar mark
The shortfall was more than 8% from the previous year and the third highest on record, the Treasury Department said Friday.4 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
10-year Treasury yield slips from highest level since July after housing starts drop
Long-dated Treasury yields slipped from their highest levels in more than two months on Friday but ended the week little changed, after data showed new-home construction dipped in September.4 hours ago -
Tech - Wired
13 Best Tested Computer Monitors (2024): Budget, OLED, 4K
The Gear team spends countless hours in front of displays while writing for you. So we reviewed those too (including a few portable screens).9 hours ago -
World - ABC News
Malaysia to revamp gasoline subsidies and raise taxes in a bid to narrow deficit
Malaysia will introduce new taxes and revamp gasoline, education and healthcare subsidies next year as part of aggressive reforms to narrow the country's fiscal deficit11 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Dan Loeb’s Third Point says a Trump win would boost markets, drive up infrastructure spending
Third Point said it believes the Republicans will take control of both the White House and the Senate, leading to deregulation, an increase in U.S. manufacturing, and higher infrastructure spending12 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
NFL’s Highest-Paid Coaches 2024: Reid, Payton and Tomlin Lead
Andy Reid racked up 207 wins on the sidelines for the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs during his first 20 years as an NFL head coach but was criticized as someone who “couldn’t win the ...14 hours ago - NFL -
Health - ABC News
Whooping cough is at a decade-high level in US
U.S. health officials say whooping cough is at its highest level in a decade for this time of yearYesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
Inheritance tax increases expected in Budget
It is not known how many people are likely to end up paying more under the government's plan.Yesterday -
Business - CNBC
Bitcoin hits highest level since July, boosting other coins and crypto-related stocks
The price of bitcoin neared $68,400 on Wednesday, its highest since July, sparking a rally in other cryptocurrencies and related equities.2 days ago - Crypto -
Business - Financial Times
Companies curb UK advertising spending ahead of the Budget
Marketing budgets fail to grow for the first time in 14 quarters, trade body finds2 days ago - United Kingdom -
World - ABC News
The head of Mali's military junta appoints himself to the highest rank in the army
The head of the military junta that seized power in Mali in 2020 has promoted himself to the rank of army general with special title: Colonel Assimi Goita of the land army, the highest military ...2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Trump’s improving election odds have powered bitcoin to its highest level since July
Bitcoin was posting further gains on Wednesday, reaching as high as $68,390 — its loftiest level since July 29.2 days ago - Donald Trump -
World - Financial Times
China’s investors are counting on fiscal stimulus
Recent market rally will peter out without decisive policy action to boost the economy2 days ago - China -
Business - CNBC
Weekly mortgage demand tanks 17%, after interest rates hit the highest level since August
Mortgage interest rates rose last week for the third straight week, hitting the highest level since August.2 days ago - Mortgage -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Musk backs Trump election bid with $75mn donation
Also in today’s newsletter, luxury shares fall after poor LVMH results and Boeing raises new capital2 days ago - Donald Trump -
World - Financial Times
Reeves’s invidious choices in the Budget
As the FT’s chancellor game shows, the new ‘golden rule’ is her binding constraint. Meeting it could bolster fiscal credibility2 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Secondary sales of private equity stakes set for record levels amid cash crunch
Once-niche market sees surge in activity with investors looking for an exit from ageing assets as deal activity slumps2 days ago -
Tech - ABC News
Countries that have cashed in on their top-level domain names
Anguilla is raking in extra unexpected revenue from registration fees for its2 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
Holiday Sales Growth Expected to Normalize to Prepandemic Levels
Despite shoppers’ election-year concerns and worries about the economy, retail executives predict sales to increase as much as 3.5 percent over last year’s holiday season.3 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Reeves aims to close £40bn funding gap as she plans tax rises in Budget
Figure is significantly more than the £22bn fiscal hole the government previously identified3 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
National Retail Federation predicts record 2024 holiday sales
Holiday sales are poised to set a new record in 2024 and could increase by as much as 3.5 percent from 2023, the National Retail Federation (NRF) announced Tuesday. The NRF forecasts holiday retail ...3 days ago -
World - ABC News
France's budget battle: Why the government's plan to plug the deficit is sparking an outcry
France’s new government has unveiled its 2025 belt-tightening budget bill, with plans for major tax hikes and spending cuts aimed at tackling the country’s giant deficit3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Briton becomes youngest woman to climb world’s 14 highest peaks
Adriana Brownlee, 23, reaches summit of Shishapangma three years after setting target at top of Everest. A 23-year-old has become the youngest woman to climb all 14 of the world’s 8,000-metre-plus ...3 days ago -
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Business - Financial Times
The Budget Game: Can you do better than Rachel Reeves?
Step into the chancellor’s shoes and devise your fiscal plan3 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
Johnson announces $27.5M third-quarter fundraising in record for Speaker
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) announced a $27.5 million fundraising haul for the third quarter of the year, a sum that is welcome news for Republicans hoping to keep control of the House as they ...4 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
America’s trade deficit isn’t about Trump or Biden — it’s about the WTO
The World Trade Organization has become an obstacle to improving the U.S. trade balance, as it grants "developing country" status to nations like China, allowing them to receive trade concessions, ...4 days ago - Joe Biden -
Business - MarketWatch
Why SoFi’s stock is on track for its highest close of the year
A new partnership helps validate SoFi’s underwriting model at a time some when investors are concerned about the lending business.4 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Reeves signals business taxes will rise in Budget
Chancellor says companies understand government must make ‘difficult decisions’ to balance books4 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Brooklyn Nets 2024-25 season preview: The race for the NBA's worst record has begun
Breaking down Brooklyn's biggest question, best- and worst-case scenarios, and fantasy outlook.4 days ago - NBA -
Sports - ABC News
Analysis: Offenses have their way in Week 6 with highest scoring output of the season
Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers moved the ball at will against the Saints4 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Chinese stocks gain after Beijing lays out fiscal plans
Government plans to increase spending to boost world’s second-largest economy4 days ago - China -
World - The Guardian
Liberty and record-breaking Stewart hold off Lynx to level WNBA finals
Stewart’s 21 power New York to 80-66 win in Game 2 Game 3 of best-of-five series is Wednesday in Minnesota The New York Liberty held off the Minnesota Lynx in Game 2 of the WNBA finals on Sunday ...5 days ago - WNBA