Inflation surprise triggers tech rout and bank earnings pressure
Hot inflation data sparked a broad market pullback, with tech stocks falling sharply while banks and health‑care showed mixed results.
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New senior credit facility fuels short-term financing for indie movies
Launch Financing taps a $15M senior credit line, indie filmmakers explore fresh crowdfunding tools, and South Asian creators vie for grants at…
College counseling guide: services, fees, and when to start
Find out what college counseling really costs, which services matter most, and the best time to start the process.
Bank of America receives $1.2 billion fine for money-laundering lapses
Bank of America faces a historic $1.2 billion penalty after regulators uncovered massive anti‑money‑laundering and sanctions breaches.
How interest rates shape markets
Discover the role of policy rates, term premiums, and the yield curve in shaping financial markets
Fintech rolls out fake-shopping and joy-insurance for anxious consumers
Fintech startups are turning consumer unease into products, from virtual shopping binges to policies that promise a boost of joy.
Renting Beats Buying at 7.4% Mortgage Rate – Detailed Calculator
Renting a $510K house saves $128K in sunk costs and can outpace ownership by $78K when the mortgage sits at 7.4%.
When a Family Gift Becomes a Conditional Inheritance Request
A relative’s generous down‑payment may later turn into a demand for inheritance, creating a complex financial and legal maze for the homeowner.
German state election results risk driving away overseas capital
Deutsche Bank’s leader cautions that recent regional wins by extremist parties may push overseas capital out of Germany.
California universities waive tuition for households below $100K
UC’s Blue and Gold plan makes tuition free for California families earning under $100K, with generous grant aid to offset other costs.