In a surprising turn of events, Japan's Finance Minister, Satsuki Katayama, hinted at a possible interest rate increase by the Bank of Japan. Speaking at an event in Sendai, she mentioned that there is no significant disagreement between the finance ministry and the central bank. This statement come
States are stepping up their game in the world of consumer finance. For a long time, Washington, D. C. was the main hub for enforcing rules in this area. But now, state attorneys general, banking departments, and legislatures are taking on more responsibility. This shift is changing the regulatory l
In the coming year, three families are bracing for a tough financial hit due to rising health care costs. The end of COVID-era subsidies is forcing them to make tough choices. In Wisconsin, a couple who once enjoyed comprehensive health coverage is now facing a stark reality. Chad and Kelley Bruns,
Many people finish school without ever learning about money or economics. This is a big problem. In 2025, adults in the U. S. still struggle with basic financial questions. They only got about half of the answers right on a test about personal finance. This shows that financial education is not work
The Federal Reserve has made another move that could affect your wallet. In December 2025, they cut interest rates by a small amount. This is the third cut this year. It's good news for people who borrow money, like for homes or credit cards. But it's not great for those who save money in banks. Lo
Fernando Haddad, Brazil's Finance Minister, hinted he might step down soon. He shared this with O Globo in a recent chat. Haddad wants to help Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's 2026 presidential campaign. He made it clear he won't run for office himself, but he wants to shape the campaign's strategy. Had
Saudi Arabia just wrapped up a major event called MOMENTUM 2025. It was a big deal for the country's future. Over three days, they signed 45 agreements worth a whopping 6 billion SAR. These deals are not just about money. They are about making things better for small businesses, tourism, culture, jo
Bitcoin mining is at a crossroads. The network is more secure than ever, but miners are struggling. Their rewards are smaller, and costs are higher. In 2021, investors saw similar issues with certain Bitcoin-related investments. Those investments relied on market conditions that couldn't last. When
Tom Lee, a well-known figure in finance, has made a significant shift from traditional markets to the crypto world. He is now the Chairman of BitMine Immersion Technologies, a company that has moved from bitcoin mining to focusing on ether. This change shows how finance professionals are increasingl
Hollywood is buzzing with a massive deal that could shake things up. Paramount, led by CEO David Ellison, has made a bold move to buy Warner Bros. Discovery. This comes after Warner Bros. Discovery struck a deal with Netflix to sell off some of its big studios and streaming services. The Netflix dea
