Economy

Crash signals are getting louder for European stocks, says BofA

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Crash signals are getting louder for European stocks, says BofA

European stocks are facing a sharp reversal, according to a key BofA price momentum gauge.

3 months ago

economy

‘Take a deep breath and pick up the phone’: a former union organizer on how to negotiate your debts down

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‘Take a deep breath and pick up the phone’: a former union organizer on how to negotiate your debts down

Carrie Joy Grimes’ new book The Joy of Money offers tip and tools for middle-class Americans seeking out stability and security

3 months ago

economy

Gas prices: Rise to new national average record high price for 2026

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Gas prices: Rise to new national average record high price for 2026

The national average price for regular gas increased for the fifth consecutive day on Thursday to $4.564 per gallon, setting a new record high price for 2026, according to data from AAA. The previous high for 2026 was $4.56, set earlier this month.

3 months ago

economy

Iran's shutdown of strait raises global chokepoint questions

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Iran's shutdown of strait raises global chokepoint questions

The Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has tanked the global economy and driven oil prices up dramatically, raising the question of what other vital waterways could cause this type of fallout if another bad actor sought to exert control over them.

3 months ago

economy

The 5 Biggest Financial Concerns for Retirees, According to New Research

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The 5 Biggest Financial Concerns for Retirees, According to New Research

Inflation, rising health care costs, and fears of outliving savings are fueling new financial anxieties among retirees, with one in five saying they are struggling financially, according to new research.

3 months ago

economy

Japan's megabanks post record profits, but analysts warn growth may slow as risks mount

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Japan's megabanks post record profits, but analysts warn growth may slow as risks mount

Japan's largest lenders may face some challenges to keep profit levels at record highs, amid higher credit costs and current geopolitical risks

3 months ago

economy

‘Aramco is selling our sweat and blood’: workers in World Cup sponsor’s supply chain faced safety risks, report finds

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‘Aramco is selling our sweat and blood’: workers in World Cup sponsor’s supply chain faced safety risks, report finds

FairSquare report claims migrant workers injured in Saudi Arabia received no compensation, including one who says his legs were crushed

3 months ago

economy

From SALOs to SMIDs: How investors are trading the UK as political turmoil rattles British markets

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From SALOs to SMIDs: How investors are trading the UK as political turmoil rattles British markets

British assets have been volatile in recent weeks, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer's leadership under pressure.

3 months ago

economy

‘Give every item a long life’: Vinted boss on how the site is moving beyond fashion

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‘Give every item a long life’: Vinted boss on how the site is moving beyond fashion

Having shaken up UK clothes retail, the secondhand marketplace is pushing into phones and cameras – and even books

3 months ago

economy

Walmart to report first-quarter earnings before the bell. Here's what Wall Street expects

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Walmart to report first-quarter earnings before the bell. Here's what Wall Street expects

Walmart's fiscal first-quarter earnings report will offer Wall Street a unique view into the health of the U.S. economy

3 months ago

economy

Singapore's Singtel to boost spending as telecom major eyes AI services, data center expansion

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Singapore's Singtel to boost spending as telecom major eyes AI services, data center expansion

Southeast Asia's largest telecom operator plans to spend around S$3 billion in its current fiscal year to boost investments in AI and data centers.

3 months ago

economy

Samsung Electronics shares rally 6% after union suspends strike following tentative wage deal

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Samsung Electronics shares rally 6% after union suspends strike following tentative wage deal

Another round of negotiations led by South Korea's minister for labor and employment Kim Young-hoon resulted in a tentative agreement.

3 months ago

economy