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New Yorkers Breathe Easier as Medical Debt Loses Credit Grip

New Yorkers Breathe Easier as Medical Debt Loses Credit Grip

New York is becoming the second state in the union to shield its citizens' credit ratings from being damaged by unpaid medical debt.

Dec 15, 2023 09:50 AM EST


Wall Street Eyes $6 Trillion Cash Tsunami Sparked by Fed Pivot

Wall Street Eyes $6 Trillion Cash Tsunami Sparked by Fed Pivot

A roughly $6 trillion hoard of cash sitting on the sidelines is one significant element that investors watching whether markets can continue their wild run are keeping an eye on.

Dec 15, 2023 09:03 AM EST


Black Friday Bonanza? Retail Sales Rise Despite Inflation Fears, Holiday Spirit Intact

Black Friday Bonanza? Retail Sales Rise Despite Inflation Fears, Holiday Spirit Intact

Americans unexpectedly increased their spending from October to November as the unofficial Christmas season began, demonstrating the power of buyers despite rising costs.

Dec 14, 2023 10:05 PM EST


Moving Day in Manhattan? Median Rents Tumble, Marking a Potential Turning Point

Moving Day in Manhattan? Median Rents Tumble, Marking a Potential Turning Point

A research issued on Thursday, reveals that rentals in Manhattan decreased for the first time in more than two years as the number of vacant apartments increased and tenants refused to accept price reductions.

Dec 14, 2023 09:00 AM EST


HSBC Declares New Market Paradigm Where Fixed Income Reigns

HSBC Declares New Market Paradigm Where Fixed Income Reigns

According to HSBC Asset Management, when the global order breaks, markets have entered a "new paradigm" and recession risk indicates that "bonds are back.

Dec 14, 2023 08:05 AM EST


Wall Street Cheers as Fed Takes Pause, But Eyes Bumpy Economic Landing Next Year

Wall Street Cheers as Fed Takes Pause, But Eyes Bumpy Economic Landing Next Year

U.S. equities are poised to reach new highs as a result of the Federal Reserve's dovish stance, but some investors are concerned that the market may be moving too quickly given the uncertain outlook for the economy and corporate earnings.

Dec 14, 2023 07:23 AM EST


Fed Pivots, Eyes 3 Interest Rate Cuts to Kickstart Next Year

Fed Pivots, Eyes 3 Interest Rate Cuts to Kickstart Next Year

For the third consecutive week, the Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady on Wednesday, and policymakers hinted that they anticipate reducing it by three quarter points in the next year.

Dec 14, 2023 05:41 AM EST


Holiday Season Could Leave Luxury Retailers Drowning in Unsold Inventory

Holiday Season Could Leave Luxury Retailers Drowning in Unsold Inventory

Early holiday shopping season reductions from high-end fashion stores such as Bergdorf Goodman on New York's Fifth Avenue fueled fears that a lackluster Christmas would lead to inventory gluts, perhaps pulling labels into a lowering cycle that would cheapen their image.

Dec 13, 2023 10:37 PM EST


US Stocks Navigate Uncertainty as $5 Trillion Options Hang in the Balance

US Stocks Navigate Uncertainty as $5 Trillion Options Hang in the Balance

Market participants indicated that dealers squaring their books ahead of what is expected to be the largest-ever options expiry for S&P 500-linked derivatives may be assisting in minimizing volatility in U.S. equities.

Dec 13, 2023 08:59 AM EST


US Soaring Prices in Restaurants and Car Repairs Contribute to November Surge

US Soaring Prices in Restaurants and Car Repairs Contribute to November Surge

Inflation in the United States remained virtually constant last month, owing to falling gas costs. However, underlying pricing pressures from apartment rents, restaurant meals, vehicle insurance, and a variety of other services remained persistently high.

Dec 13, 2023 05:08 AM EST


Deck the Halls without Breaking the Bank: 5 Tricks to Master Holiday Spending

Deck the Halls without Breaking the Bank: 5 Tricks to Master Holiday Spending

It is easy to overspend and get bogged down in Christmas shopping, but worry not! Here are eight valuable recommendations to ensure you stick to your budget for the new year.

Dec 12, 2023 11:50 AM EST


Will Inflation Hold Steady? Treasury Yields Drop as Investors Anticipate Key Data Release

Will Inflation Hold Steady? Treasury Yields Drop as Investors Anticipate Key Data Release

Ahead of the Federal Reserve's final meeting of the year, investors were waiting for important inflation statistics, which caused U.S. Treasury rates to drop on Tuesday.

Dec 12, 2023 10:54 AM EST


Fed Must Avoid Policy Errors of the 1970s, Warns Wall Street Veteran Milken

Fed Must Avoid Policy Errors of the 1970s, Warns Wall Street Veteran Milken

If past performance is any indication, renowned investor Michael Milken anticipates a cautious monetary policy stance from the Federal Reserve.

Dec 12, 2023 10:16 AM EST


Zara Facing Backlash for Ad Resembling Gaza Destruction

Zara Facing Backlash for Ad Resembling Gaza Destruction

After some pro-Palestine activists called for a boycott of the fashion company, Zara removed an advertisement campaign on Monday off the first page of its website and app. The campaign featured sculptures shrouded in white and mannequins with missing limbs.

Dec 12, 2023 08:39 AM EST


Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged, Casting Doubt on Speculation of Early Cuts

Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged, Casting Doubt on Speculation of Early Cuts

With inflation approaching the Federal Reserve's 2% objective, officials are addressing - and in some cases, stoking - expectations that they would make a significant policy move and drop interest rates next year, maybe as early as April.

Dec 12, 2023 02:29 AM EST


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