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Why the stock market can count on another Fed rate cut in December
The trend in short-term rates leading up to the U.S. presidential election usually persists.Business - MarketWatch - November 9 -
Why Bitcoin stock surged after Trump's 2024 election win
Following former President Donald Trump's 2024 election victory, Bitcoin stock has been surging in the U.S. Axios crypto reporter Brady Dale explains why, and what Trump plans to do.Top stories - CBS News - November 12 -
Palantir’s stock is moving to the Nasdaq. Why investors are cheering the move.
The change positions Palantir for entry into the Nasdaq 100 index, after it joined the S&P 500 several months back.Business - MarketWatch - November 15 -
Why the stock market’s ‘Trump bump’ could become a ‘Trump dump’
Are you sure you know more about the stock market than Warren Buffett?Business - MarketWatch - November 16 -
Prison stocks slumped under Trump. Why are they soaring now?
Maga trades may not turn out to be winners even if policies are followed throughWorld - Financial Times - November 19 -
This age group owns 79% of stocks and equity funds. Why that’s good for bonds.
Bonds should do well in the years ahead, as age demographics are set to play in their favor.Business - MarketWatch - November 20 -
Why Qualcomm’s latest diversification plans aren’t enough to help its stock
Qualcomm seems to be preparing for a world without Apple business, but one analyst thinks the company’s PC targets look aggressive.Business - MarketWatch - November 20 -
Why Nvidia Stock Dropped Even Though It Crushed Earnings
Wall Street’s expectations were so high that even a $35.1 billion quarter couldn’t satisfy them.Business - Inc. - 6 days ago -
Alphabet’s stock slides as Feds push for Chrome sale. Why fears are overblown.
The Google parent’s stock is heading for its worst day in 10 months. But one analyst thinks a forced Chrome sale seems unlikely.Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago -
Why no more than 60% of your retirement money belongs in stocks
Bonds have kept pace with stocks throughout U.S. market history.Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago -
U.S. Factory Towns Laid Low by the ‘China Shock’ Are Benefiting From New Investments
Communities that suffered the worst of plant closings in recent decades are now gaining an outsize share of fresh investment and new jobs.Business - The New York Times - November 1 -
Why cryptocurrency owners could impact the U.S. presidential election
Emerging cryptocurrency industry aims to put its stamp on the U.S. election by pouring money into key political races.Top stories - CBS News - November 1 -
What is South Korea's 4B movement, and why is it trending in the U.S.?
After an election seen as a referendum on women's rights, some women are swearing to abide by South Korea's 4B movement.Top stories - CBS News - November 7 -
Why Some Countries, Including the U.S., Won’t Join the I.C.C.
More than 120 countries are members of the court. The United States, China, India, Russia and Israel are not.World - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Why the U.S. medical field is pushing for more Black doctors
African Americans make up about 14% of the population, but they represent just 5.2% of doctors nationwide.Top stories - CBS News - 5 days ago -
Why some U.S. companies are scaling back DEI programs
Why companies like Ford, Harley Davidson, Tractor Supply, Lowe's and others are scaling back DEI programs.Business - CNBC - 5 days ago -
Why Trump Is Targeting U.S.-Canada Border Over Migrant Crossings
Arrests for illegal crossings from Canada spiked in the last fiscal year, but remain a fraction of the number of those from Mexico.Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Lilly’s Mounjaro, Zepbound drugs see strong demand. So why did sales disappoint?
Eli Lilly’s stock heads for biggest selloff in more than three years after sales of anti-obesity drugs Mounjaro and Zepbound came up well short of forecasts.Business - MarketWatch - October 30 -
Bluesky Is Turning Into a Strong X Alternative
Bluesky has a hint of the old Twitter magic, but the feeling of freedom it offers might be even better.Tech - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
The perils in the search for the perfect GDP alternative
Statistical agencies trip up when they attempt to weigh the values of good and bad in societyBusiness - Financial Times - 15 hours ago -
Bluesky Is Turning Into a Strong X Alternative
Bluesky has a hint of the old Twitter magic, but the feeling of freedom it offers might be even better.Tech - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
The IRS just set 401(k) limits for 2025 — here’s how much you can save
The Internal Revenue Service said Friday that 401(k) contribution limits will climb to $23,500 next year, meaning retirement savers will be able to tuck away a little more in 2025.Business - MarketWatch - November 2 -
Big retirement rule changes are coming in 2025 — here's how you can save more money
Starting in 2025, older workers can save even more for retirement via 401(k) catch-up contributions. Here's what investors need to know.Business - CNBC - November 11 -
Mortgage rates may be stabilizing after the election. Here's what to expect into early 2025
The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage was 6.78% on Nov. 14, unchanged from a week ago.Business - CNBC - November 15