The energy sector has been facing significant challenges in recent times, with the worst performing S&P sector in September. This downward trend is evident in various timeframes, including one-, three-, and six-month periods, as well as year to date and the past 12 months. For instance, EQT, Coterra, APA, Halliburton, and Occidental have all experienced
With the upcoming election, the focus is on the impact that proposed capital gains taxes could have on investors. Vice President Kamala Harris recently proposed a 28% tax on long-term capital gains for individuals earning over $1 million annually, raising the current top rate of 20%. Senator Bernie Sanders, on the other hand, has shown
Dubai’s real estate market is currently experiencing unprecedented growth, with 2024 projected to be another record-breaking year in terms of sales and property values. According to local real estate firms, the increasing demand for property, particularly in the luxury segment, is driving up prices across the city. This surge in demand comes at a time
With the success of the 2024 Olympics and Paralympics in Paris, all eyes are now turning to Los Angeles for the 2028 Summer Games. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass expressed her concerns about the preparations the city needs to make for the upcoming event, emphasizing the need to improve public transportation infrastructure. She envisions a
With the rise of “DormTok” and the trend of college students creating elaborate dorm rooms, the concept of dorm insurance has gained popularity. Dorm insurance is essentially a personal property insurance designed for college students living on campus. It typically covers accidental and water damage, with monthly costs ranging up to $20. While dorm insurance
After 17 years as the chair of Wendy’s, Nelson Peltz has made the decision to step down, effective immediately. This change comes at a time when Wendy’s has been facing challenges due to a decrease in consumer spending on eating out, resulting in a decline in sales. With Peltz’s departure, the fast-food chain is now
The Biden administration’s promise of debt forgiveness for federal student loan borrowers hit a roadblock when a Republican-led challenge managed to temporarily block the relief. U.S. District Judge Randal Hall in Augusta, Georgia, issued a temporary restraining order against President Joe Biden’s attempt to cancel student debt for millions of Americans. The lawsuit, brought by
The debate surrounding the potential rate cut by the U.S. Federal Reserve is intensifying as the meeting approaches. Analysts and experts have varying opinions on whether a 50 basis point reduction is necessary to support job growth and combat potential economic downturns. Michael Yoshikami, CEO of Destination Wealth Management, believes that a larger cut would
The United Kingdom is facing an unprecedented exodus of millionaires, with a record number of high-net-worth individuals expected to leave the country in the coming year. New research from the Henley Private Wealth Migration Report indicates that the UK will experience a net loss of 9,500 millionaires in 2024, more than double the previous year’s
The ongoing battle between DirecTV and Disney is about to hit a fever pitch, as millions of DirecTV customers may miss out on the opening “Monday Night Football” game on ESPN. The standoff arises from a disagreement over fees and bundling that started on Sept. 1, causing Disney’s TV networks, specifically ESPN, FX, and ABC
