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Is the Constitution behind the US debt crisis? Coinbase tsar says it's "missing' 2 key pieces. Protect your riches now
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (1096+ words) As it stands, Armstrong argues there's 'no mechanism' to stop it....
Fed officials saw case for both holding and hiking interest rates during June meeting
1+ hour, 57+ min ago (420+ words) A few Federal Reserve officials thought there was a case to raise interest rates at the June policy meeting. But most saw two paths this year " holding or hiking " according to meeting minutes released Wednesday. If inflation dissipates, most officials…...
The US-Iran conflict could still drive up food prices. How to get ahead of it.
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (577+ words) Farmers are warning of fertilizer shortages and price spikes tied to tensions in the Middle East. Here's how the war is influencing fertilizer costs and agricultural production....
$14, 000 dog grooming bills and 25% pricier flights: How the K-shaped economy is punishing the middle class
6+ hour, 38+ min ago (1746+ words) In the face of an increasingly K-shaped economy, businesses are abandoning middle-class buyers (1). Instead, they're catering their products and services toward those who can afford to pay. In the June Federal Reserve Beige Book, the Federal Reserve Banks of New…...
Japan considers policy wording change as BOJ independence fears roil bonds
14+ hour, 45+ min ago (595+ words) By Tamiyuki Kihara and Leika Kihara TOKYO, July 8 (Reuters) - Japan's government is considering revising language on monetary policy in its economic blueprint, a draft obtained by Reuters showed, as market fears it is infringing on central bank independence push bond…...
S&P 9, 000, falling oil prices, and the Fed's next rate move
12+ hour, 3+ min ago (1171+ words) With falling oil prices sparking debate over the Fed's next move, Trader Talk host Kenny Polcari joins Reflexivity CEO Jan Szilagyi and Infrastructure Capital Advisors CEO Jay Hatfield to discuss rotating out of tech, interest rate predictions, and a bold…...
Fed minutes due as analysts debate whether Warsh will curtail them
6+ hour, 52+ min ago (32+ words) July 8 (Reuters) - A critical readout on Wednesday of the first Federal Reserve policy meeting overseen by Chairman Kevin Warsh may offer greater insight into the "family fight" the new central bank...
Best CD rates today, Wednesday, July 8, 2026: Earn up to 4. 10% APY
12+ hour, 3+ min ago (528+ words) Deposit account rates are on the decline. The good news: You can lock in a competitive return on a certificate of deposit (CD) today and preserve your earning power. In fact, the best CDs still pay rates of 4% or higher. Read…...
HELOC and home equity loan rates today, Wednesday, July 8, 2026: Why locking in a low rate matters
12+ hour, 2+ min ago (533+ words) Most HELOCs are variable-rate products, meaning their interest rates are tied to an external interest rate. When that rate rises or falls, the rate on your HELOC generally follows suit. HELOCs are typically tied to the prime rate, the baseline…...
Best high-yield savings interest rates today, Wednesday, July 8, 2026: Earn up to 4. 10% APY
12+ hour, 2+ min ago (1187+ words) If you're looking to supercharge your savings, a high-yield savings account can provide a competitive interest rate to help your balance grow faster." However, not all banks offer high savings account rates, which is why it's important to shop around…...