Bitcoin's value has dropped by about 7% since last Christmas. This might seem like bad news, but looking back, similar drops have often been followed by big gains. Over the past 12 years, there have been three times when Bitcoin's value was lower on Christmas Eve than the year before: in 2014, 2018,
A well-known market analyst recently expressed his irritation about how strong economic news can cause a sudden rush to sell stocks in fast-growing areas like artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency. This expert, famous for his lively TV show, called the reaction a "big freakout" that seems to ne
San Diego is facing some big changes in 2026. Gas prices might hit $8 a gallon. Why? Two big refineries are closing. This could make gas hard to find and more expensive. But don't worry, the state is trying to make more oil in Bakersfield to help. The city is also thinking about taxing short-term r
In 2025, President Donald Trump's supporters are starting to feel let down. They expected big changes, but what they got was a lot of noise and very little action. Trump made big promises. He said he would fix the economy, stop outsourcing, and deport lots of people. But none of that really happene
The finance world is buzzing about private credit. It's not just a side option anymore. It's becoming a main player in the game. Big names like Ares Management are seeing a bright future for this market, even as others worry about interest rates and jobs. Banks are stepping back from certain loans.
The U. S. economy in 2025 has been a rollercoaster, to say the least. Despite facing numerous challenges, it has shown remarkable resilience. Economic growth has picked up speed, reaching its fastest pace in two years. Inflation, though still high, has not spiraled out of control as some feared. The
Peter Schiff, a well-known economist, recently shared his thoughts on Bitcoin's future. He believes the cryptocurrency's rally is over. Why? Because Bitcoin didn't rise with tech stocks or gold. Schiff's argument is simple. If Bitcoin can't go up with tech stocks or gold, it won't go up at all. He
Ilaria Resta, the CEO of Audemars Piguet, faced a tough year in 2025. The Swiss watchmaker celebrated its 150th anniversary, but the celebration was overshadowed by big problems. The U. S. put tariffs on Swiss watches. Gold prices shot up. The Swiss franc got stronger. And people were buying fewer l
In South Korea, there is a big need for body donors to help with medical studies and training. But not many people are willing to do this. A recent study wanted to find out why. The study asked over 200 adults in South Korea about their thoughts on body donation. Less than half of them said they wo
People in the U. S. are feeling less sure about the economy. This is the lowest confidence level since April when new taxes on imports were introduced. The measure of how people feel about their money and jobs stayed the same but is still low. This could mean a recession is coming. People think the
