ECONOMIC

Sep 06 2024FINANCE

Is 'Bad News Good News' in the Market? The Fed's Balancing Act and What It Means for You

The stock market is in a bit of a pickle, folks. It's gone from 'good news is bad news' to 'bad news is bad news' in a blink. Remember how investors used to cheer for weak economic data because it meant the Fed might keep interest rates low? Well, times have changed. Now, everyone's expecting the F

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Sep 06 2024BUSINESS

Small Business Boost:Harris' Plan Sparks Debate and Raises Questions

Vice President Kamala Harris recently unveiled a plan aimed at giving small businesses a much-needed boost. The plan includes increasing the tax deduction for startup expenses, easing the process for certifications, and creating a fund to help small businesses access capital. But before we get too

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Sep 06 2024BUSINESS

New Dock, Big Dreams: Is Indiana's Port Ready for a Global Boom?

Ports of Indiana just opened a brand new $6 million dock, calling it a 'landmark event' that will bring in tons of new business. Sounds great, right? But before we all celebrate, let's dig a little deeper. The CEO, Jody Peacock, paints a rosy picture: new cargo, new investments, Indiana businesses

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Aug 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

The Decline of US Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing: A National Security Crisis

The US is facing a critical shortage of printed circuit board manufacturers, with only four remaining in Massachusetts, according to Gene Weiner, founder of Weiner International Associates. This decline not only affects the state, but also the nation's technological dominance and national security

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Aug 28 2024TECHNOLOGY

The High Cost of School Technology: A Financial Burden on US Parents

As the back-to-school season approaches, a new survey reveals that more than half of US parents are struggling to afford the technology their children need for school. The survey, conducted by mobile device recommerce company EcoATM Gazelle, found that 55% of parents have gone into credit card debt

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Aug 27 2024TECHNOLOGY

Braze's Resilience Shines Through Economic Turmoil: A Buy-Rated Future

In the midst of a shaky economic landscape, Braze (BRZE) has managed to not only stay afloat but thrive. TD Cowen's analyst, Derrick Wood, has reaffirmed his Buy rating on Braze's stock, setting a price target of $52.00. This decision is rooted in Braze's impressive revenue growth, which has surpas

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Aug 27 2024FINANCE

Brazil's Economic Miracle-Maker: Antonio Delfim Netto (1928-2023)

Antonio Delfim Netto, the legendary Brazilian finance minister who masterminded the country's economic boom in the late 1960s and early 1970s, has passed away at the age of 96. During his tenure as finance minister from 1967 to 1974, Mr. Delfim Netto served as the economic architect of the military

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