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Nov 16 2025BUSINESS

Building Bridges: Percy Manson's Journey in Community Banking

Percy Manson, a Kenner native, has spent his career connecting finance and community growth. After nearly ten years as a commercial banker, he joined Hope Credit Union as a senior vice president. His role focuses on expanding opportunities in overlooked neighborhoods. Hope Credit Union, established

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Nov 16 2025CRYPTO

Japan's Big Crypto Makeover: What's Changing and Why It Matters

Japan is shaking things up in the crypto world. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) wants to reclassify digital currencies as "financial products. " This move aims to bring crypto under stricter rules, similar to stocks and bonds. Currently, crypto is treated differently. The FSA plans to make exch

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Nov 16 2025FINANCE

Saving for Tomorrow, Today: A Reality Check

Retirement planning is not just a future concern; it's something that needs attention now. Many people are not putting away enough money to maintain their current lifestyle once they stop working. The numbers are clear: less than half of Americans are on the right path to a secure retirement. Looki

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Nov 16 2025FINANCE

Tencent Music's Financial Performance: A Closer Look

Tencent Music Entertainment Group Class A has caught the eye of analysts recently. Two different reports came out with some interesting points. First, Guotai Haitong kept their "Buy" rating on the stock. They even set a price target of HK$96. 00. That's a pretty optimistic view! Then, another repor

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Nov 16 2025BUSINESS

Smart Ways to Boost Your Business Earnings

Many people think making more money in business is all about working harder. But that's not the case. There are three key areas that can really make a difference: how much you charge, how you manage your costs, and how many sales you make. These apply to any type of business, but many entrepreneurs,

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Nov 16 2025CRIME

A Rochester Man's Repeated Thefts Raise Concerns

A 21-year-old man from Rochester, Bill Gum Benjamin, is back in trouble with the law. This time, he's been convicted of stealing money from another person. Court papers say he scared the victim into taking out cash from ATMs and then took it. The victim, who didn't want to give Benjamin any more mon

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Nov 16 2025FINANCE

Monthly Payouts: A Closer Look at iShares ETFs

Investors who own certain iShares ETFs can expect to receive their November payouts soon. The exact dates and amounts vary depending on the specific ETF. For most iShares ETFs, except one, investors who own units as of November 19, 2025, will get their money on November 28, 2025. However, for the iS

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Nov 16 2025FINANCE

Is Your Investment Risk Calculation Accurate?

Investing is not a simple task. It requires careful planning and understanding of risks. But what if the way you're measuring these risks is not quite right? This is a concern raised by some financial experts about a widely used method for assessing portfolio risk. The standard approach, created in

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Nov 16 2025FINANCE

Five Stocks to Keep an Eye On

In the world of investing, some companies stand out. CrowdStrike is one of them. It's a cybersecurity firm that's been making waves. But it's not the only one worth watching. There are four other stocks that investors are keeping a close eye on. First, let's talk about CrowdStrike. It's known for i

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Nov 16 2025FINANCE

President's Big Bond Buys: What's the Deal?

President Trump has been on a shopping spree, snapping up bonds worth at least $82 million from late August to early October. This news comes from financial disclosures made public recently. The purchases are a mix of corporate and municipal bonds, with a significant chunk tied to public agencies li

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