The US govenment shutdown continues, but despite the gloomy macro, US equity markets hit highs last week. Globally, emerging markets are booming but Nigeria’s CGT poses a risk to capital markets, and Brazil seeks to negotiate its way out of US tariff turbulence. Oh, and Shein is coming to Paris?Continue Reading
It is essential for entrepreneurs to comprehend the common challenges in starting a new business: reaching consumers, scaling, and budgeting. Below, learn more about success in small businesses from Owen Murphy, one of our Financial Literacy columnists.Continue Reading
As the global e-commerce market continues its growth (8.76% in 2023), affiliate marketing has grown as a revenue stream, reaching a value of $16 billion in the world market in 2023. The performance-based marketing model, where publishers earn commissions by promoting other companies’ products, has transformed how brands connect with consumers and how entrepreneurs generate income in the digital age.Continue Reading
For college students, A stable nine-to-five is not a viable option for finding financial freedom. With busy schedules and digital opportunities, young people are discovering and shifting towards passive income streams.Continue Reading
What makes US healthcare so expensive? Our neighbor in the north may serve some answers. While Canada and the US share similar backgrounds in culture, language, and economies, Canada’s universal healthcare system cuts healthcare prices in half compared to the US, and still outperforms the US in life expectancy and overall health.Continue Reading
Markets rallied after the Fed’s first rate cut of 2025, but fears of recession linger as yield curve signals danger. Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee sparked global panic, Indian tech stocks slid, and a looming U.S. government shutdown threatens to shake confidence even further. Meanwhile, Boeing’s new F-47 fighter and defense tech expansion highlight shifting military priorities as global tensions intensify.Continue Reading
Author: Allie Adajar, Graphics: Jennie Wang The BRB Bottomline: Movie theaters are set to make a major comeback as the leading source of entertainment in the movie industry amidst rising streaming service costs. Mickey Mouse was envisioned for the big silver screen. Now, audiences are opting for movie nights inContinue Reading
Whether you thrift, purchase name brands, or buy from fast fashion companies, there are significant benefits and drawbacks to different modes of shopping that should be considered in your future fashion endeavors. Through an exploration of these different modes, this article aims to assist you (presumably a busy college kid) in spending smarter on clothes.Continue Reading
Among other factors, the distribution of some $5 trillion of pandemic stimulus likely compelled the Federal Reserve to enact monetary policy to counter inflation. If financial tightening persists, investors might be urged to consider the long-term implications for the stock market in today’s post-pandemic world.Continue Reading
Despite the political backlash and uncertainty for the macroeconomy brought upon by their plan, the Biden Administration remains steadfast in its argument that it is a vital step for Americans in the ultimate goal of solving the student debt crisis. Moreover, they believe it to be an efficient and sustainable solution — they maintain that because of the high default rates for student loans, the actual cost of the debt forgiveness plan will be lower than the theoretical expectation; however, the specifics of that value have proven to be difficult to calculate. Continue Reading