Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz recently highlighted the importance of Social Security survivor benefits in his family’s life during his speech at the Democratic National Convention. His personal experience shed light on the pivotal role these benefits play in supporting families who have lost a parent. Despite the significant impact these benefits can have, many families
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In anticipation of the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision in September, more investors are turning their attention towards dividend stocks. This strategic move is being suggested by Paul Baiocchi of SS&C ALPS Advisors, who believes that the Fed will likely ease rates. Baiocchi, the chief ETF strategist, highlighted that investors are veering away from money
Boeing’s Starliner capsule, which was intended to return NASA astronauts from the International Space Station, will now be returning empty. This decision came as a surprising announcement from NASA, as it revealed that the astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will be returning via SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft instead. The decision has brought about a significant
The recent statements made by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell have raised speculation about a potential interest rate cut in the near future. This move, if implemented, would be the first rate cut in over four years, marking a significant shift in monetary policy. Experts are predicting that this adjustment may come as soon as
The recent massive data breach at National Public Data, a background check company owned by Jerico Pictures Inc., has raised concerns about the security of personal information. The breach, which may have exposed over 2.9 billion personal records, has sparked fears among consumers about the safety of their sensitive data. While the company has released
When it comes to 401(k) contributions, there is a fine line between maximizing your savings and making financially sound decisions. While it is tempting to contribute the maximum amount allowed into your 401(k) plan, it may not be the best choice for everyone. Financial advisors advise that before making the decision to maximize your contributions,
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently addressed the nation at the Fed’s annual retreat in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. During his speech, Powell emphasized the need for policy adjustments to be made in the near future. While he did not provide specific details on the timing or extent of these adjustments, he made it clear that
The Biden administration announced on Friday that it will resume offering free at-home Covid-19 tests to American households in late September. This decision comes as the virus has gained a stronger foothold in the U.S. this summer, with a significant increase in Covid cases. Americans will soon be able to request four free tests through
The annual Monterey Car Week auction saw a 3% decrease in sales compared to the previous year, with a total of $391.6 million in sales across five auction houses. This decline is attributed to a shift in collector preferences from classic cars of the 1950s and 1960s to more modern vehicles. Only 72% of the
The shareholder returns of leading homebuilders such as D.R. Horton and Lennar managed to outperform the S&P 500 from August 2014 to August 2024, which initially seems like a positive indicator. However, the recent downgrade in the investment outlook for both companies raises concerns. This points to potential underlying issues that may impact the future