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Americans’ $1 trillion credit-card debt problem is inching in the right direction as inflation eases
Americans are still building up their credit-card balances, but they’re doing a better job paying those bills on time — and it could be sign that inflation’s bite is easing.Business - MarketWatch - 14 hours ago -
Credit card debt hits record $1.17 trillion, New York Fed research shows
Credit card balances rose in the third quarter of 2024, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York found.Business - CNBC - Yesterday -
Consumer credit posts small increase as Americans cut back on credit-card purchases
The amount of credit U.S. consumers used in September rose a scant 1.4%, but the increase was tied mostly to student loan as Americans scale back on borrowing.Business - MarketWatch - November 7 -
Mr. Musk Goes to Washington — With a $2 Trillion Agenda
Donald Trump tapped the tech mogul to co-lead an effort to slash government spending, but questions abound over how such an initiative would actually work.Business - The New York Times - Yesterday -
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.Business - CNBC - October 18 -
The Quarter-Trillion-Dollar Rush to Get Money Out of China
Chinese residents, worried about growth, have been illicitly moving billions of dollars out of the country, using everything from crypto to fine art.World - The Wall Street Journal - October 23 -
Global public debt will hit $100 trillion by year-end, says IMF
The IMF warned of the risks posed by unsustainable public debt levels.Business - CNBC - October 23 -
Trump, Harris tax-break costs soar to more than $12 trillion
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have been proposing a slew of new tax cuts and credits over the course of their campaigns, and are even adding to the list in the ...Business - MarketWatch - October 29 -
Beijing considers $1.4 trillion borrowing increase to support economy: Reuters
Fresh stimulus would help local authorities resolve off balance-sheet debtBusiness - MarketWatch - October 29 -
Musk draws skepticism with call for $2 trillion in spending cuts
Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s call for “at least” $2 trillion in cuts to federal spending is drawing skepticism from experts as the billionaire tech magnate cements himself as one of former President ...Politics - The Hill - November 3 -
China Reveals $1.4 Trillion Plan to Bail Out Local Governments
The support package came after smaller measures were announced to jump-start growth. Economists said it was not big enough to address China’s sluggish economy.Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Tesla surpasses $1 trillion in valuation in the wake of Trump's victory
Tesla returned to the $1 trillion club Friday, after its stock surged in the days following Donald Trump's presidential election victory.Top stories - NBC News - 6 days ago -
Countries Weigh How to Raise Trillions for Climate Crisis at COP29
Low-income countries need at least $1 trillion a year to manage climate change. Donald Trump’s victory just made that more difficult, but options exist.World - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Will Elon Musk be able to cut $2 trillion from US government spending?
The Tesla CEO claimed he could slash US spending by eradicating “waste”.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
How to get rid of credit card debt without ruining your credit
You don't have to sacrifice your credit score to get rid of credit card debt. There are lots of routes to consider.Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Consumer Fears of Credit Card Delinquency Rise
A monthly New York Fed survey finds that while people felt generally positive about inflation, income, and jobs, fear of failing to make debt payments rose to a four-year high.Business - Inc. - October 16 -
Meta fires staff for abusing $25 meal credits
Workers used benefits to buy acne pads, wine glasses and laundry detergentBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
China to boost lending for stalled property projects to $560bn
Beijing is trying to restore confidence in economy amid prolonged real estate slowdownBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
How to qualify for a credit card hardship program this November
If you can't pay your credit card bills, a hardship program could provide relief, but you'll need to qualify first.Top stories - CBS News - October 28 -
The cautionary tale of Goldman and Apple’s credit card
Retail banking is not only harder than it looks but also heavily regulated by watchdogs who take their duties very seriouslyBusiness - Financial Times - October 30 -
Can I get a HELOC with a 580 credit score?
Tapping into your home equity with a poor credit score could be tough— but it may not be impossible. Here's why.Top stories - CBS News - October 30 -
How will filing for bankruptcy impact my credit score?
Bankruptcy can help you wipe the financial slate clean — but it can also do some serious damage to your credit.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
FTC sends $2.5 million to Credit Karma customers
The settlement stems from allegations Credit Karma misled consumers into applying for credit offers.Top stories - CBS News - October 31 -
Is it ever OK to ignore credit card debt collectors?
It can be tempting to ignore debt collectors' aggressive tactics, but it's generally not the best approach to take.Top stories - CBS News - November 4 -
Tucker Carlson credits demons for the invention of nuclear technology
Ex-Fox News host makes bizarre claim on Steve Bannon’s podcast, days after saying a demon attacked him in his sleep. Demons that Tucker Carlson claimed attacked him as he slept were also ...World - The Guardian - November 4 -
State Street says it is ‘shopping’ for a private credit manager
Money manager tries to catch up with rivals as investors shift into unlisted assetsBusiness - Financial Times - November 5 -
‘Positive’ medical debt credit reporting is a Trojan horse
Congress shouldn’t be fooled and let a Trojan horse hurt consumers by nullifying state laws and the CFPB’s effort to get medical debt off credit reports.Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Credit Agricole's Shares Fall After Mixed Results
Credit Agricole reported a smaller-than-expected fall in net profit for the third quarter of 2024 but softer revenue missed views, sending its shares lower.Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 6 -
What Trump's campaign credits its success to
President-elect Donald Trump's campaign told reporters about the strategy it says largely contributed to its success. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the details and Aaron Navarro reports on Vice ...Top stories - CBS News - November 6 -
Can credit card debt in collections be forgiven?
There are lots of ways to deal with credit card debt that's in collections — but is debt forgiveness one of them?Top stories - CBS News - November 7 -
Cop29: what are carbon credits and why are they so controversial?
Once heavily scorned because of fraud and poor outcomes, carbon trading is likely to be high on the agenda in Baku. For the next two weeks, countries will gather on the shores of the Caspian Sea in ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
Trump and Harris would add trillions to the national debt. Here’s why it could lead to higher costs for households.
The combined cost in new debt of former President Donald Trump’s and Vice President Kamala Harris’s tax and spending proposals would dwarf those put forward in previous election cycles, according ...Business - MarketWatch - October 18 -
If Musk and Trump want to cut federal spending by $2 trillion, they’ll have to come for Social Security and Medicare
Musk is talking big cuts. Something’s got to give.Business - MarketWatch - October 29 -
How Trump Superfan Elon Musk’s Plan to Cut $2 Trillion in Spending Could Mean Economic Chaos
The GOP candidate has spoken of making the billionaire CEO in charge of a ‘Department of Efficiency,’ but experts warn those dramatic reductions could mean instability and turmoil.Business - Inc. - October 30 -
China announces $1.4 trillion package over five years to tackle local governments' 'hidden' debt
Authorities in Beijing have ramped up stimulus announcements since late September in an effort to bolster its flagging economy.Business - CNBC - 6 days ago -
Tesla hits $1 trillion market cap as stock rallies after Trump win
Shares of Tesla climbed in afternoon trading Friday, pushing the electric vehicle maker's market cap past $1 trillion.Business - CNBC - 6 days ago -
Tesla’s market cap hits $1 trillion after another Trump-fueled jump for the stock
Tesla Inc.’s market valuation hit $1 trillion on Friday, after a post-election rally lifted the electric-vehicle maker’s stock by more than 25% on hopes the incoming Trump administration could ...Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago -
Crypto Industry Pushes Policy Change Agenda as Global Investment Tops $3.2 Trillion
Crypto companies want the Trump administration to promote digital assets and can expect a friendlier regulatory climate. The U.S. election has pushed global crytpo totals to record highs.Business - Inc. - 10 hours ago
