Finance

During a recent trip to China, Janet Yellen confirmed that the U.S. would protect its own industry from a flood of Chinese imports. Washington Says No to Manufacturing Flood While visiting government officials in China on Monday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told Beijing that the U.S. would not allow Chinese imports to decimate domestic … Read more

Dave Ramsey has lashed out at younger critics of his financial advice, calling them “just awful” in an explosive Fox interview. Ramsey Faces Youth Critics In a recent interview with Fox Business, American financial advisor and radio personality Dave Ramsey blasted his Gen Z and Millenial critics, who have taken to social media platforms like … Read more

Ever fantasized about living in a page from an American history textbook? Imagine sipping your morning coffee in a colonial townhouse or taking evening strolls down streets that the Founding Fathers once roamed. This dream, however, comes with strings attached—namely, the hidden costs and red tape wrapped around America’s most historic cities. From coast to … Read more

Alright, listen up, whippersnappers. As a card-carrying member of a generation that thought dial-up internet was the pinnacle of technological advancement, I’ve got some confessions to make. We might’ve taught you the value of a hard day’s work and how to balance a checkbook, but we dropped the ball on a few lessons. In our … Read more

Let me tell you something, youngster, something I’ve learned after years of chasing the almighty dollar and watching the world change from telegraphs to Twitter. Money, that elusive creature we all spend our lives hunting, turns out to be quite the trickster. It promises the world but often leaves us holding an empty bag. Now, … Read more

Ah, pensions—the financial equivalent of a promise for a worry-free retirement. But before you start dreaming of beachside retirement homes and endless golf rounds, let’s peel back the curtain on the pension industry. It’s not that they’re the big bad wolf of the financial world, but there are a few secrets tucked away in their … Read more

California’s financial woes are escalating, surpassing initial projections. Initially, Governor Gavin Newsom anticipated a $37.9 billion shortfall for 2024-2025. However, updated data indicates the deficit could reach $73 billion. While the Legislative Analyst’s Office cautioned of a $68 billion shortage, the actual problem exceeds their estimations. Not Enough Money and Frustration The $73 billion shortage … Read more

JPMorgan Chase Bank has courted controversy this week with a new feature and the launch of Chase Media Solutions, which critics are worried could spell big issues for your data privacy. Here’s the full report. Inescapable Ads Targeted ads are quite literally everywhere.  Data Harvesting Whenever you search for something online, watch a video, or … Read more

Following the $20 minimum wage for fast food workers that was implemented in California just this week, it seems as though pay rises are on trend. Los Angeles Council members have just approved a recommendation for a pay hike that will affect hundreds of workers. Here’s the full story. LA Bus Drivers’ Wage Increase If … Read more

Two groups are going head-to-head in Arizona in a battle over workers’ rights, minimum wage laws, and employer responsibility. Amendment to State Constitution On Tuesday, Arizona lawmakers voted in favor of a proposal to amend the Arizona Constitution in order to revise minimum wage laws for restaurant workers. Tipped Workers Protection Act The proposal, which … Read more

California’s fast food workers have a reason to be happy, as the state’s new law has made their minimum pay $20 an hour. The change seeks to provide financial stability to a job often labele­d as underpaid. Mixed Reactions Among Workers While many fast-food employees welcome the wage hike, some express concerns that it still … Read more

Visa and Mastercard have­ reached a huge se­ttlement in an antitrust case brought by me­rchants over many years. The se­ttlement is set to affect numerous businesses and shoppers and transform how cre­dit card networks, banks, and retailers inte­ract. Let’s explore this ground-breaking settlement in full detail. Unveiling the­ Antitrust Settlement Visa, Maste­rcard, and affiliated banks … Read more

It’s a good time to work in New York City, as Mayor Eric Adams has just announced a huge increase in the minimum wage. Here’s the full story. Mayor Eric Adams Makes Historic Minimum Wage Announcement On Tuesday, April 2nd, Eric Adams announced a historic change to the minimum wage that is set to benefit … Read more

When we think of wealth, the USA often springs to mind with its massive economy, Silicon Valley, and cities that never sleep. But, hold onto your hats, because the world of wealth is wider and more varied than just the American Dream. Here’s a surprising look at countries that give the US a run for … Read more

Lawmakers in multiple states are trying to abolish the subminimum wage, which allows employers to hire certain people and pay them less than the statutory minimum. The most recent push is from Minnesota politicians. Here’s what you need to know. Exploring the Subminimum Wage While we all know about the federal minimum wage, an underlooked … Read more

A bill that aims to stop wage theft is rapidly moving through government, with supporters hopeful it could be implemented this year. Let’s take a look. Addressing Wage Theft The Wage Theft Prevention and Wage Recovery Act is an extensive act of legislation that promises to stop wage theft in America.  Broad Support It’s led … Read more