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Fewer U.S. grandparents are taking care of grandchildren, according to new data
Fewer grandparents were taking care of grandchildren, there was a decline in the number of preschoolers and more people were staying put in their homes in the first part of the 2020s compared to ...ABC News - 29m -
How Emotionally Intelligent People Leverage Constraints to Do Their Best Work, According to Science
Both the scientific and anecdotal evidence is clear: Constraints don’t stifle innovation, they breed it.Inc. - 20h -
Elon Musk becomes first person to surpass $400B net worth, according to Bloomberg
Elon Musk's estimated net worth has now surpassed $400 billion, according to an estimate from Bloomberg News — making him the first person ever to reach such a milestone.NBC News - 14h -
Londoners are ‘cold’ and ‘mean’, according to one US family. But for real rudeness, go to Philadelphia | Arwa Mahdawi
In a viral post, the Hendrix family from Chicago lamented British bad manners. But I beg to differ – people in London are just ‘big city polite’. If you are an American hoping to ingratiate ...The Guardian - 20h -
How Do You Get Into Sephora? 3 Tips for Startups, According to Artemis Patrick
The global beauty retailer’s North America CEO shares what Sephora looks for in upstart brands—and how founders can prime themselves for success.Inc. - 1d -
Economists have 'really had it wrong' about recession, market strategist says
David Zervos of Jefferies and Barbara Doran, CEO of BD8 Capital Partners, weigh in on the likelihood of more Fed rate cuts to come at CNBC's FA Summit.CNBC - 1d -
If Trump adds tariffs, 'either way, there is a cost to consumers,' economist says
President-elect Donald Trump's tariff plan is expected to raise costs, especially for low and middle earners, experts said. But the scope of tariffs is unclear.CNBC - 1d -
4 reasons to borrow home equity before the new year, according to experts
Using your home equity now could pay off in 2025, experts say. Here's how.CBS News - 1d -
Surprise RBI governor pick signals India may cut rates as soon as February, economists say
India has appointed a new central bank governor in a surprising move that some experts say strengthens outlook for rate cuts early next year.CNBC - 1d -
Economists need to get their story straight on immigration
Focusing on the impact on the wages or employment levels of native workers is too narrowFinancial Times - 2d -
How investors can position for bond ‘vigilantism’ and a growing U.S. debt load, according to Pimco
Taking U.S. equity exposure and preferring debt exposure in Europe makes sense, Pimco says.MarketWatch - 2d -
The ‘War on Crypto’ Helped Get Trump Elected, According to Ripple’s Brad Garlinghouse
In an interview on ’60 Minutes’ over the weekend, the CEO reflected on the aftermath of the crypto industry lobbying blitz that splurged heavily on the 2024 campaign.Inc. - 2d -
'Low-hire, low-fire': The U.S. job market is stagnant right now, economists say
The labor market is not nearly as dynamic as it was in 2021 and 2022. That provides both good and bad news for workers.CNBC - 2d -
Here's what could happen with mortgage rates this December, according to experts
Could the mortgage rate climate change in the final month of 2024? Here's what some experts think.CBS News - 2d -
Britain’s Flawed Jobs Reports Leave Economists ‘Second-Guessing’
Officials are grappling with an incomplete picture of Britain’s labor market as the national statistics agency strains to improve data quality.The New York Times - 3d -
5 housing market predictions for 2025, according to economists
Housing has been an expensive necessity, whether you're buying or renting. Here are five things to pay attention to in 2025, experts say.CNBC - 3d -
Billionaires have been beating the stock market — where they are putting their money now, according to UBS
The world’s wealthy individuals have a pretty decent track record over stocks in the past near decade. They are looking to preserve that wealth in 2025.MarketWatch - 4d -
U.S. economy poised to dominate for the next 20 years — at the cost of growing inequality, economist says
U.S. economic dominance over other countries is poised to surge in the next 20 years due to its widening lead in technology and science, but at the expense of growing inequality at home.MarketWatch - 5d -
U.S. Defends Paris Climate Accord as ‘Best Hope’ at International Court of Justice
In a landmark international hearing on climate change, a U.S. representative backed the Paris Agreement, but left unanswered questions about U.S. commitments in a Trump presidency.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Trump picks economist Faulkender for No. 2 position at Treasury
President-elect Trump announced economist Michael Faulkender as his pick for deputy secretary of the Treasury on Wednesday, the second-highest ranking position at the department. If confirmed, ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
How to sleep, breathe and drink water better, according to an expert
Michael Breus, a clinical psychologist and author of "Sleep Drink Breathe: Simple Daily Habits for Profound Long-Term Health," shares tips on how to better hydrate and more.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Why physical gold remains a smart investment, according to experts
Physical gold such as bars and coins offers advantages even as markets shift. Here's why.CBS News - Dec. 4 -
Trump considering replacing Hegseth as defense secretary pick according to newspaper reports
President-elect Donald Trump faces further problems as he tries to fill top government jobs. His pick to head the DEA has withdrawn from consideration and lawmakers are voicing concerns over his ...NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Here's how holiday drinking can affect your health, according to a doctor
Estimates show Americans drink twice as much during the holiday season as they normally do. Here's how the extra alcohol can impact your health.CBS News - Dec. 3