The recent decision by the Federal Reserve to hold interest rates steady has left many consumers with high credit card debt feeling the pinch. With only one rate cut expected by the end of the year, the likelihood of relief from sky-high interest charges is slim. As interest rates on credit cards are linked directly
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Nvidia’s recent surge has caused a major shake-up in the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLK), forcing it to make some significant changes in its portfolio. The fund, which tracks the Technology Select Sector Index, is now in the process of rebalancing its holdings based on market cap values. As a result, Nvidia will soon
The rate of price increases for food has subsided, but many shoppers are still feeling the burden of high prices in the grocery store aisles. With grocery prices rising 25% since the start of the pandemic, some consumers have had to make sacrifices to afford food. According to Intuit Credit Karma, 28% have sacrificed other
Berkshire Hathaway, known for its investments in a wide range of companies, including its early stake in BYD, has once again decided to trim its holding in China’s biggest electric vehicle maker. This move comes after the conglomerate, led by Warren Buffet, recently sold an additional 1.3 million shares of BYD for $39.8 million. This
Eli Lilly has been experiencing a surge in demand for their weight loss and diabetes treatments, leading to significant growth in revenue and investor optimism. The company’s outgoing Chief Financial Officer, Anat Ashkenazi, has been instrumental in managing this success. However, despite this achievement, Ashkenazi acknowledges that there is still much work to be done.
Singapore, a bustling city-state known for its modern architecture and efficient city planning, has a hidden gem that often goes unnoticed. The colorful and ornate “shophouses” that adorn the streets of some of its older neighborhoods might not be the first thing that comes to mind when one thinks of Singapore, but they hold a
Starboard Value, an activist fund managed by Jeff Smith, has recently acquired a significant stake in Autodesk, a graphics-design firm. The fund has expressed concerns to the company’s board regarding the disclosure of an internal investigation that led to the removal of its chief financial officer. Starboard’s stake in Autodesk is estimated to be around
Disney and Pixar have once again demonstrated their prowess at the box office with the release of “Inside Out 2.” The animated film made a significant impact, debuting with an estimated $155 million domestically. This impressive opening marks the second-highest theatrical opening for an animated film, indicating a strong resurgence for the genre. It is
Student loan forgiveness is a contentious issue that elicits strong emotions about fairness, personal responsibility, and economic implications. For individuals like Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin, who took around 30 years to pay off a $100,000 student loan balance, the idea of debt forgiveness can be challenging to accept. Griffin, who advocates for repaying debts
Investors seeking to mitigate concentration risk in the market might want to explore the potential benefits of value-oriented investments. According to Avantis Investors’ chief investment strategist, Phil McInnis, a diversified approach beyond traditional index funds like the S&P 500 could offer better long-term returns. By focusing on companies with low valuations and strong balance sheets,
