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Jan 24 2026FINANCE

Market Rollercoaster: When Politics Shake Up Finances

Markets had a wild ride this week. It all started when the US hinted at new taxes on Europe. Suddenly, stocks, bonds, and even digital money like Bitcoin took a nosedive. This wasn't just any drop. It was a big one, and it happened everywhere at once. Traders were caught off guard. They thought the

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Jan 23 2026BUSINESS

Banks and Fintechs Join Forces: A $5. 15 Billion Game Changer

Capital One's acquisition of Brex for $5. 15 billion is a big deal. It shows that banks are now realizing they can't ignore fintech companies. These fintech startups are growing fast and becoming very important. They offer services that banks want to have. Fintech companies are getting a lot of mon

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Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Why Unions Matter: A Look at Worker's Rights and Power

Unions have been a driving force behind many of the workplace benefits that Americans enjoy today. From paid time off to fair wages, these advancements were not handed down by employers but were fought for by workers who stood together. The AFL-CIO and countless union members have played a significa

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Unions Fight Back Against Government Data Access

Unions are pushing back against the government's attempt to dismiss their lawsuit. They say the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is still active, so the case should go forward. The Trump administration claims the lawsuit is no longer relevant, but the unions disagree. This legal battle is

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Dec 17 2025FINANCE

Gold's Shine and Market Moves: A Closer Look

Markets have been on a wild ride lately, leaving many investors confused and frustrated. With just two weeks left in the year, it's a good time to take a step back and look at the bigger picture. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have been trading in a tight range for over two months, which is not ideal for an

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Dec 12 2025FINANCE

Stocks Dip Then Bounce Back on Tech News

Markets kicked off the week with a downturn, but tech news from China gave them a boost. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq futures dipped early but recovered later in the day. Tech stocks like Nvidia, Broadcom, Micron, and Microsoft showed strength, while others like Google, Tesla, and healthcare stocks took a

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Nov 07 2025BUSINESS

Tech and Crypto Markets Take a Tumble: What's Going On?

Markets took a hit on Thursday, with tech and crypto leading the way down. Investors got nervous after some big companies reported earnings that weren't as exciting as hoped. Plus, news about job cuts made people worry about the economy. Tech stocks, especially those linked to AI, saw big drops. Ro

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Nov 06 2025BUSINESS

Tech Wobbles and Tariff Tensions: What's Shaking the Markets?

Markets around the world are feeling a bit shaky lately. Tech stocks are taking a hit, and everyone's eyes are on the Supreme Court. They're about to make a big decision about President Trump's tariffs. These tariffs are a huge deal, with serious money on the line. The Trump team says the president

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Nov 05 2025BUSINESS

Economic Shifts: Why the Future Feels Uncertain

Capitalism has always been a shape-shifter, and right now, it's changing again. This isn't the first time, and it won't be the last. The old rules are crumbling, and new ones are still forming. It's like standing on a beach, watching the waves crash and change the shoreline. You can't predict exactl

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Oct 28 2025FINANCE

Why Market Confidence Might Be a False Sense of Security

Markets are buzzing with talk about an AI bubble. Some investors think that AI is overhyped and that stock prices are too high because of it. But there is another issue that might be more concerning: the narrow gap between high-risk and low-risk bonds, known as credit spreads. Credit spreads show h

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