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If the Fed Is Cutting Rates, Why Are Mortgage Rates Rising?

The latest rise, to 6.79% for a 30-year mortgage, reflects bond market concern about President-elect Trump’s agenda. It extends an uptick in mortgage rates despite expected Federal Reserve rate cuts.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

Why Bond Yields Are Rising After Trump’s Victory

Yields on government bonds — which underpin all kinds of borrowing in the economy — are rising. But the Fed is cutting rates. What gives?

Business - The New York Times - November 7

Job scams on the rise. Here's how to protect yourself.

Scammers impersonating as companies or recruiters try to trick people into giving money or personal information.

Feeling fine: the rise of ‘wellness real estate’

The Global Wellness Institute estimates that the sector could be worth $913bn by the end of 2028. It’s a big development for what was once regarded as ‘woo-woo’

Business - Financial Times - November 8

Trump resistance rises in states led by Democratic governors

Democratic governors are signaling their willingness to defy the new Trump administration, vowing to protect freedoms in their states and to wage legal and political battle if the president-elect ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Hoosiers rise into top 5; Dawgs, Canes plummet

Oregon was the No. 1 team in the AP Top 25 college football poll for the fourth straight week, while Penn State and Indiana climbed into the top five.

Sports - ESPN - 4 days ago

With facial fillers on the rise, expert weighs in on the risks

Last year, more than 5 million people received filler injections, an 8% increase from the previous year. Dermatologist Dr. Jeanine Downie joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss the potential risks ...

Unemployment rises as pay growth slows again

The rate of unemployment stood at 4.3% in the three months to September, up from 4% the previous quarter.

The Rise Of The Golden Idol Review - The Memory Remains

My first inclination is to figure out who everyone is, from the inmates lined up outside to the prison guards inspecting the now-empty cells. Some first names are uttered in dialogue or scribbled ...

Tech - GameSpot - Yesterday

JD.com Profit, Revenue Rise as Consumer Sentiment Improves

The Chinese e-commerce giant reported higher profit and revenue in the third quarter despite fierce competition from Alibaba and PDD Holdings.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 19 hours ago

Infant mortality rises for third consecutive year in England

Risk of death for babies born in poorer areas is almost three times higher than in wealthier postcodes, figures show. Infant mortality has risen for the third year in a row in England, with the ...

World - The Guardian - 13 hours ago

Is a HELOC or home equity loan better with inflation rising?

With inflation rising again, homeowners considering using their home equity should review both options carefully.

Measles cases rise by 20 percent worldwide: WHO

Measles cases have skyrocketed in recent years after a COVID-19 pandemic-era drop in vaccination against the virus. Cases of the disease increased by 20 percent across the globe between 2022 and ...

Politics - The Hill - 10 hours ago

The cannabis industry is awaiting a legal green light, but can businesses survive?

Legal gray area surrounding the drug makes it difficult to prepare next steps, with rescheduling a perpetual threat. The Benzinga Cannabis Capital Conference, which took place in downtown Chicago ...

World - The Guardian - October 16

Indra Seeks Acquisitions to Bolster Defense Business, Executive Chairman Says

The Madrid-listed technology and defense group is involved in active negotiations to absorb more than 10 companies.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 16

EU weighs including Musk’s business empire to calculate potential X fine

Penalty would increase dramatically if regulators took into account revenues from billionaire’s other companies

Business - Financial Times - October 17

This Mystery Shopping Company Just Became America’s Top Small Business

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce named mystery shopping and customer experience research platform Confero as the top small business of 2024.

Business - Inc. - October 17

Google launches NotebookLM Business to make enterprise AI audio, text

A paid version of the increasingly popular Google tool NotebookLM will target businesses.

Tech - VentureBeat - October 17

How This Female Founder Went From a Big-Business Executive to Climate Champion

Karen Sheffield is turning the tide on deploying capital to climate tech startups.

Business - Inc. - October 16

The Property Brothers Share 3 Tips That Helped Them Build a Business Empire

Drew and Jonathan Scott spoke at the Inc. 5000 Conference about launching their own VC fund and the rules of business that have helped drive their success.