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NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Kathy Hochul and lawmakers' budget deal isn't just late, it's reckless too

Gov. Hochul's budget deal significantly increases spending without addressing key fiscal risks or cuts, which may lead to financial instability.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Kathy Hochul and lawmakers' budget deal isn't just late, it's reckless too

Gov. Hochul's budget deal significantly increases spending without addressing key fiscal risks or cuts, which may lead to financial instability.
#interest-rates
fromHackernoon
3 weeks ago

Global Refining Gridlocks Are the New Deterrent to War | HackerNoon

MARC™ enforces peace through economic interdependence, not fear; nations rely on each other's refineries, making war less viable and promoting stability.
World politics
Cryptocurrency
fromHackernoon
10 months ago

How Island Communities Are Using Blockchain to Escape the Red Button Economy | HackerNoon

The emergence of decentralized networks is key to revolutionizing both internet infrastructure and monetary systems.
#uk-politics
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump's 10% tariffs on UK come into effect as Starmer weighs response live

UK's response to trade tensions must prioritize national interest, emphasizing dialogue with allies.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump's 10% tariffs on UK come into effect as Starmer weighs response live

UK's response to trade tensions must prioritize national interest, emphasizing dialogue with allies.
#tariffs
Europe politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'Four weeks to save Europe from all-out trade war with US' - as fears grow over Irish pensions

Pension funds could face a significant decline amidst rising tariff threats from the US to Europe.
Europe must act swiftly to avert an all-out trade war with the US.
Europe politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'Four weeks to save Europe from all-out trade war with US' - as fears grow over Irish pensions

Pension funds could face a significant decline amidst rising tariff threats from the US to Europe.
Europe must act swiftly to avert an all-out trade war with the US.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Bessent weighs mortgage rate risk in potential release of GSEs

In the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, concerns among some observers that mortgage lending would become more stringent were alleviated by the GSEs' conservatorship.
SF real estate
#financial-education
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

The Average American Doesn't Understand How the National Debt Works

The average American lacks a comprehensive understanding of the national debt, often fearing it unjustly.
US politics
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

The Average American Doesn't Understand How the National Debt Works

The average American lacks a comprehensive understanding of the national debt, often fearing it unjustly.
Agriculture
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

This mindset can get agriculture off the commodity rollercoaster

U.S. agriculture faces economic instability due to global competition, rising costs, and extreme weather, affecting farmers and the entire food system.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Only strong action on emissions can restore economic stability, UN climate chief says

Strong climate action is necessary to tackle rising commodity prices and famine exacerbated by the climate crisis.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

British businesses welcome UK-EU trade deal but raise concerns over regulatory alignment

The UK's post-Brexit trade deal with the EU is viewed as crucial for trade stability, with caution over regulatory and sovereignty challenges.
#housing-market
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Putin's Bread and Circus Had Bread

Economic stability is essential for political consolidation, a lesson Trump seems to overlook despite his authoritarian tendencies.
#dividend-stocks
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Forget About a Market Correction: Baby Boomers Should Buy These 3 Bulletproof Dividend Stocks Now

Market volatility is especially concerning for baby boomers in retirement, emphasizing the need for safe investment strategies.
Startup companies
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

Forget About a Market Correction: Baby Boomers Should Buy These 3 Bulletproof Dividend Stocks Now

Market volatility is especially concerning for baby boomers in retirement, emphasizing the need for safe investment strategies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Financial markets have become a bulwark against populist excesses | Phillip Inman

As private wealth has accumulated since the 1950s, only the radical few have been prepared to see jobs disappear and their wealth diminished while they wait for the supposed benefits of political and economic upheaval.
UK politics
fromwww.thelocal.se
1 month ago

EXPLAINED: How Sweden's national brand is 'relatively weak' in India

"Sweden is not that well-known and is seen as not being strong in the areas that generate positive opinions of other countries, such as having a strong and stable economy, products and brands in high demand, as well as being easy to do business with."
European startups
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

5 Reasons Why the U.S. Government Should Start a Bitcoin Reserve - But Probably Won't

The U.S. government plans a Bitcoin reserve but has yet to proceed with filling it, risking missing lower prices.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Oakland gave cash to low-income residents. A new study says it helped, but what's next?

"This is really counter to the harmful narrative that so many critics use - this falsehood that giving people money will make them stop working. It is the exact opposite."
NYC parents
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | Our family home in Harlem was a lifeline. New rules are putting it at risk | amNewYork

Strict short-term rental regulations harm homeowners' financial security and threaten their economic stability.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent blasts the IMF's focus on wokery

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized the IMF for prioritizing 'woke causes' over economic stability, claiming it's leading to 'mission creep' and neglecting macroeconomic issues.
World politics
Remote teams
fromForbes
1 month ago

The Silent Majority: 3 Factors Shaping Shift Workers' Well-Being

Workplace conversations often neglect the majority of deskless shift workers, who hold unique needs and sentiments.
Remote teams
fromAol
1 month ago

9 Side Gigs You Can Do From Home That Pay $35 an Hour

Remote side gigs can provide significant hourly pay, especially important in unstable economic conditions.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Southeast Asia walks tightrope between China and US DW 04/17/2025

Xi Jinping described the world as being at a 'turning point of history' and emphasized the need for cooperation between China and Southeast Asian countries.
US politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Gold price hits record high as investors seek safe havens amid tariff fears

The price of gold soared to an all-time high on Wednesday, breaching the $3,300 mark for the first time as growing global trade tensions sent investors scrambling for safe-haven assets.
US news
fromEngadget
1 month ago

Comcast rolls out a five-year price guarantee with plenty of fine print

Comcast's new price guarantee for Xfinity is not tied to an annual contract but is laden with caveats like changing fees and additional charges.
Digital life
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

States push Medicaid work rules, but few programs help enrollees find jobs

Medicaid can provide essential support in helping individuals gain employment and stability, but such cases are uncommon.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Supplies to be sent to Scunthorpe to keep blast furnaces going

British Steel's blast furnaces will continue running thanks to the arrival of coking coal and iron ore supplies, with essential materials secured for the next weeks.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Is Romania open for business? What political instability means for international investors

With the election rerun anticipated for May, there is still plenty of opportunity for further developments, in what has been a tumultuous few months.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trains, tunnels and market turmoil: Monday's photos of the day

Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and French President Emmanuel Macron sign bilateral agreements, showcasing strengthened international ties and cooperation.
UK news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Inside America's little-known 'hoax of the century'

The report presented the results of a classified war-games exercise staged inside Iron Mountain, an elaborate bomb shelter north of Manhattan.
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Who is running Britain's economy Rachel Reeves or Donald Trump?

Rachel Reeves' spring statement aimed to restore financial stability, but the reception highlighted deep uncertainty and anxiety.
Critics viewed the statement as a potential return to austerity rather than a path to economic recovery.
#social-security
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Worker survey finds that 70% are struggling to save for retirement

Workers face economic disruptions and job market instability while trying to secure retirement funding.
The survey indicates a rising expectation for self-funded retirement, with concerning savings adequacy among employees.
SF politics
fromwww.esquire.com
3 months ago

Social Security Payments May Face Interruption From DOGE Warns Maryland Governor

Social Security's stability is threatened by recent government actions, risking benefits for 72.5 million Americans.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Prediction: This Will Be the Maximum Social Security Benefit Amount in 40 Years

The maximum Social Security benefit could significantly increase over the next 40 years, influenced by inflation rates.
Cryptocurrency
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

I Used to Believe Gold Was an Outdated Investment, but These 8 Factors Show It's Still Valuable

Gold is increasingly viewed as a safe investment amid economic uncertainty and market volatility.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Finance minister Paschal Donohoe rules out 'harmful' tax reliefs for developers to increase housing supply

Minister Donohoe opposes reintroducing past tax breaks that harmed Ireland's economy, favoring stable policies to stimulate housing supply.
fromBusiness Matters
4 months ago

Is Monetary Policy the Force Behind Shifting Exchange Rates?

Central banks adjust monetary policies to stabilize inflation and support growth, impacting exchange rates and ultimately shaping the financial landscape of nations.
Business
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