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Cop29 live updates: Carbon credit trade rules approved, breaking lengthy deadlock

Draft decision on article 6 approved with no objections. UN climate chief Simon Stiell gave a moving speech at the Cop29 opening plenary on Monday, writes Dharna Noor, fossil fuels and climate ...

World - The Guardian - November 11

28% of credit card users are still paying off last year's holiday debt. But that's an improvement

Americans tend to overspend during the holiday season. In fact, some shoppers are still paying off last year's purchases.

Business - CNBC - November 12

Trump’s tax plans: $7,500 EV credit likely to get axed, as tariffs spark anxiety

One tax credit that appears on track for elimination is an Inflation Reduction Act provision that can provide up to $7,500 to buyers of electric vehicles.

Business - MarketWatch - November 12

Trump wants to provide a tax credit for caregivers. Here's what experts say about the proposal

At a recent campaign rally, President-elect Donald Trump said "it's about time" caregivers are recognized. Here's what we know about his tax credit proposal.

Business - CNBC - November 13

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 - November 13

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 - November 14

Credit card debt just hit a new high. Here's how to tackle yours now.

The total amount of credit card debt nationwide just keeps climbing. Here's how to get rid of your card debt now.

Tesla and Rivian shares were having a good week. Concerns over the future of EV tax credits ended that.

Worries that EV tax credits may go away under the Trump administration hit a fever pitch on Thursday, dragging down the stocks.

Business - MarketWatch - November 14

Speaking Hypothetically, GTA Trilogy Dev Says "It's A D**k Move" To Remove Crediting

Not everyone is happy about a recent update for Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - Definitive Edition. The CEO and co-founder for the developer behind the remake compilation seems particularly ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 15

3 times you should pay off credit card debt collections (and 3 times you shouldn't)

Paying off collections debt can be a smart financial move, but it won't make sense in every scenario.

Want to have your credit card debt forgiven? Avoid these 3 costly mistakes

If you want to settle your credit card debt for less than what you owe, make sure to avoid these big mistakes.

Can you use a 401(k) hardship loan to pay off credit card debt?

You could pay off your credit card debt with your retirement funds, but there are likely better options.

Act now for $7,500 EV tax credit: There's 'real risk' Trump will axe funding in 2025, lawyer says

Trump and Republicans on Capitol Hill will likely slash Biden-era tax breaks for electric vehicles in 2025 to raise money for a tax cut package.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

Act now for $7,500 EV tax credit: Experts say there's a risk Trump will axe funding in 2025

Prospective car buyers considering an electric vehicle may need to act fast to get a Biden-era EV tax credit worth up to $7,500, due to the likelihood that President-elect Donald Trump and ...

Kent State football coach Kenni Burns taken to court for unpaid $24K credit card debt

Burns makes nearly $500K annually and is in his second year as Golden Flashes head coach

Sports - CBS Sports - 3 days ago

3 ways to have your credit card debt forgiven in the final weeks of 2024

Don't let your high-rate credit card debt follow you into the new year. Take steps to have it forgiven now instead.

Marta snags elusive NWSL crown, credits continuity with Orlando Pride as free agency looms

Marta wins first NWSL Championship as the Orlando Pride topped the Washington Spirit

Sports - CBS Sports - 2 hours ago

Should you lock in a mortgage rate after the November rate cut? Experts weigh in

Aside from the November rate cut, several factors play a role in timing your mortgage rate lock.

What will happen to home equity loan rates after this week's Fed rate cut?

Another Fed rate cut is expected this week. Here's what that could mean for home equity loan rates.

Mortgage rates are likely to stay high after Trump's election win—despite Fed rate cuts

With a Republican sweep of the presidency and Congress, mortgage rates could stay well above 6% for the rest of 2024.

Business - CNBC - November 7

Mortgage rates inch closer to 7% after Fed rate cut and Trump’s win

Mortgage applications rose 0.5% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

Business - MarketWatch - November 13

Japan's October headline inflation rate falls, but economists still see BOJ rate hike on the table

Core inflation came in at 2.3%, down from September's 2.4% but higher than the 2.2% that was expected.

Business - CNBC - 2 days ago

Russia's central bank raises key rate to 21% to rein in higher-than-forecast inflation

Russia's central bank on Friday raised its key interest rate by 200 basis points to 21%, citing higher-than-forecast consumer price increases.

Business - CNBC - October 25

Russia Raises Interest Rate to 21 Percent, Its Highest in Decades

Military spending and recruitment are causing the country’s economy to overheat, leaving regulators in a struggle to rein in rising prices.

Business - The New York Times - October 25

How much does a $30,000 HELOC cost monthly now that rates are falling?

A $30,000 HELOC comes with cheap monthly payments that could fall further in the months ahead. Here's what to know.

USWNT player ratings: Hayes' super-subs Horan, Sears inspire win

USWNT boss Emma Hayes made the right moves as substitutes Lindsey Horan and Emma Sears rallied the hosts to victory over Iceland.

Sports - ESPN - October 29

3 ways HELOC interest rates could drop this November

HELOC interest rates are on the decline. Here's how they could fall even further in November.

We're locking in a 52% gain in this hot industrial stock and changing our rating

The industrial stock will need to beat a high bar for the stock to rally after it reports earnings Thursday.

Business - CNBC - October 29

Morgan Stanley CEO says the era of zero interest rates and inflation 'is over'

Several of Wall Street's chief executives don't see more than one more interest rate cut by the Fed this year, citing expectations of continued inflation.