The Internal Revenue Service has officially designated a one-time $1,776 payment to approximately 1.5 million U.S. service members as non-taxable income, providing a financial boost that does not need to be reported on federal returns.
The Trump administration is launching a strategic reserve for rare earths and critical minerals, echoing the 1970s response to the oil crisis, as global competition for tech supply chains intensifies.
While a seven-figure nest egg is a common retirement goal, financial experts caution that its sufficiency hinges on withdrawal strategies, lifestyle expectations, and supplemental income.
Despite recent sharp declines triggered by Fed nomination news, JPMorgan analysts reaffirm a bullish $6,300 per ounce gold target for 2026, citing resilient demand from central banks and investors.
Newly released court documents expose how former British ambassador to the U.S., Lord Peter Mandelson, shared sensitive government information with Jeffrey Epstein, including advance notice of a major Eurozone bailout. The revelations have forced his resignation from the Labour Party and intensified scrutiny of Prime Minister Keir Starmer's judgment.
A sharp post-holiday inventory drawdown is reshaping freight dynamics, with falling ocean container rates foreshadowing tighter truck capacity, higher rejection rates, and rising costs for shippers in the months ahead.
Silver prices experienced a dramatic and historic sell-off on Friday, tumbling over 30% as a surging U.S. dollar and political uncertainty rattled markets. Analysts caution the downturn may not be over, with one prominent forewarning of a potential slide to $68 an ounce.
Former President Donald Trump's recent comments advocating for higher housing prices have ignited debate, as experts warn such a stance could deepen the affordability crisis for younger generations and renters.
The narrative around Chinese electric vehicles is undergoing a fundamental shift. Once known primarily for affordability, leading Chinese automakers are now challenging incumbents with rapidly improving quality, technology, and reliability, forcing a global industry recalibration.
Bank of America's stock has retreated roughly 5% over the past month, trading below key fair value estimates. Analysts are divided on whether this presents a value entry point or reflects growing market apprehension about interest margins and credit quality.
London's blue-chip index surged to a historic high as investors rotated into defensive sectors, shrugging off a brutal sell-off in precious metals and oil triggered by geopolitical shifts and regulatory moves.
As global leaders gather in Davos, a coalition of over 400 affluent individuals from 24 nations issues a stark demand: governments must impose higher taxes on the ultra-wealthy to tackle inequality.
Former Congressman Colin Allred delivers a pointed public rebuke of Texas House member James Talarico, alleging derogatory comments were made during the heated Democratic Senate primary campaign.
A broad sell-off in risk assets, from equities to precious metals, has triggered over $2.5 billion in Bitcoin liquidations. Analysts point to shifting Federal Reserve expectations and AI trade anxieties as key drivers behind the latest crypto market tremor.
CNBC's Jim Cramer highlighted International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) as a standout AI investment with a relatively modest valuation, following a robust quarterly report that sent shares soaring.
Business Facilities magazine has named North Carolina its 'State of the Year' for business climate and economic development, the state's third such win in six years, following a surge of multi-billion dollar investments from tech and manufacturing giants.
Despite modest nominal gains, real wages for U.S. workers are failing to keep pace with the cost of living, with a majority reporting financial strain as structural economic shifts and technological efficiencies redirect gains away from paychecks.
Amazon's latest round of layoffs will eliminate over 2,200 corporate positions in the Seattle region, part of a broader 16,000-person global workforce reduction. The cuts, effective from late April, add to a wave of job losses hitting Washington's tech sector.
Despite its dominance and a recent surge to over 325 million subscribers, Netflix faces mounting criticism over pricing, content decisions, and user experience. An analysis of consumer feedback reveals the key frustrations testing viewer loyalty in an increasingly competitive streaming landscape.
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, signaling confidence in a solid economy while inflation remains above target. The decision sets up a continued clash with a President demanding deeper cuts.
