As the deadline for National College Decision Day looms just two weeks ahead, many high school seniors are facing a unique challenge this year due to delays in financial aid award letters. Traditionally, students receive their financial aid packages around the same time as their offers of admission in early spring, providing them with ample
UnitedHealth Group, one of the largest health care companies in the United States, recently faced a significant cyberattack on its Change Healthcare subsidiary. This breach led to a disruption in billing and payment services, impacting health care providers across the country. The aftermath of this cyberattack has raised questions about the vulnerability of the health
The market is currently attempting to recover from the selloff that occurred on Friday. A key factor influencing this rebound is the pullback in oil prices due to hopes that the conflict in the Middle East will not escalate further following Iran’s attacks on Israel. Despite a slight increase in consumer inflation last month, retail
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 has been hailed as a savior for middle-class Americans, promising relief through various cuts and deductions. However, a closer look reveals that the reality may not be as promising as initially thought. While the provision that reduced corporate tax rates to 21% is permanent, many other tax
State tax collectors are ramping up their efforts to audit high earners, even as the IRS focuses on cracking down on the wealthy. In New York, for example, the Department of Taxation and Finance reported a significant increase in audits in 2022 compared to the previous year. But what’s surprising is that this increase is
The year 2023 witnessed a remarkable resurgence in international travel which significantly impacted airport rankings on a global scale. According to Airports Council International’s latest report, airports across the world experienced a surge in passenger traffic, showcasing the recovery of the aviation industry post-pandemic. One of the standout performers was Dubai International Airport, which climbed
British stock trading app Freetrade has recently achieved a significant milestone by reaching breakeven earlier this year, a major achievement after facing losses in the previous year. The company reported improved financial figures in the first quarter of 2024, showcasing a positive trend towards profitability. Freetrade disclosed that it achieved adjusted earnings before interest, tax,
As Goldman Sachs prepares to report its first-quarter earnings, analysts are predicting earnings of $8.56 per share and revenue of $12.92 billion. These figures, according to LSEG, are expected to shed light on the financial health of the investment bank amidst a challenging economic environment. The trading revenue components are also closely watched, with fixed
President Joe Biden recently unveiled his latest plan for student loan forgiveness after facing setbacks with his initial attempt. This new plan comes less than a year after the Supreme Court rejected his previous proposal, leaving many borrowers in limbo. Unlike his earlier widespread student debt relief initiative, Biden’s revised plan targets specific groups of
Investors looking for long-term growth prospects may want to consider e-commerce and cloud computing giant, Amazon (AMZN). Despite a hotter-than-expected consumer inflation reading, several top Wall Street analysts remain bullish on the stock. Mizuho analyst James Lee, ranked No. 428 among more than 8,700 analysts, reiterated a buy rating on AMZN stock with a price