Social Security’s Low COLA Will Hurt Some Seniors
Seniors on tight budgets could struggle financially in the year ahead, as Social Security payments barely keep pace with inflation.
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Spirit Airlines May Go Out of Business
Spirit Airlines has acknowledged that it may not be able to stay in business. The budget airline may face liquidation instead of another bankruptcy.
Ford’s New EV Plan Falls Apart
Ford's “next Model T moment” electric vehicle (EV) plan has failed to impress investors. Its production plan and upcoming modestly priced EV are hardly groundbreaking.
US Monthly Job Growth Will Hit Zero
The effects of tariffs and artificial intelligence will soon have an enormous impact on U.S. employment. That in turn will have an enormous impact on GDP and the economy.
My Son Will Be a Plumber and Not an Executive
Graduating with a degree in economics no longer guarantees a career as a financial analyst. Now that work is increasingly done by artificial intelligence, and a generation of new graduates is looking elsewhere.
Stocks Are Overvalued, According to Experts
A recent analysis confirms that institutional investors believe the market is significantly overvalued, a trade war will start a recession, and inflation will prevent rate cuts.
America’s Best Dividend Stock Soars 23%
Stocks with high yields are not supposed to participate in market rallies. Their role is to provide stability and a safe dividend. They are, essentially, a defensive play. However, what is probably the company…
$100 Billion Buys 12% Increase In Apple’s Shares
Two things happened to Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL | AAPL Price Prediction) last week. Its shares, which have been weak compared to those of other mega-tech companies, rose 12%, And, CEO Tim Cook went to…
Peloton Can’t Stop Destroying Itself
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) bikes were popular among people who could use them and afford them at home. Once the pandemic ended, the theory goes, people went back to gyms. Whatever…
This Is The Richest Country In The World, Maybe
There are several ways to measure how rich a country is. GDP per capita. Household income. Household wealth. The percentage of the population that lives above a certain income level. The Economist has come…
Detroit Car Giants Stay in Air Pollution Business
Ford and its Detroit peers favor gas-guzzling pickups over smaller, less profitable sedans. EV demand is down, and the EPA has turned its back on fuel efficiency standards.
Apple’s Tremendous Lead in Global Smartphone Revenue
New data reveals that Apple has the lion's share of global smartphone revenue. That lead comes almost exclusively from iPhone 16 sales.
Disney’s in Trouble
Wall Street's reaction to Disney's mixed quarterly results was muted. The numbers show that Disney is a mediocre company.
Lucid Is a Penny Stock
Lucid fell to penny stock level because it is unlikely to survive. Its offerings are too few and too expensive.
Rivian Is Doomed
Rivian Automotive's quarterly results reveal how small the chance is that the EV maker can survive. The news sent the stock sharply lower.
Lucid Is Doomed
Lucid earnings show how small the chance is that the EV maker can survive. The disappointing news sent the stock sharply lower.
Social Security Will Stop Sending Paper Checks
Starting on September 30, Social Security recipients will no longer receive checks in the mail. Recipients must arrange for direct deposit or accept payments to a debit card.
Elon Musk’s Net Worth Is Still Down $75 Billion in 2025
Elon Musk has received $26 billion of restricted Tesla shares to keep him focused on the EV maker. His net worth is still down by $75 billion this year.
F-Series Pickups Are 39% of Ford’s US Sales
The F-Series remains a significant part of Ford’s total U.S. sales. The F-150 has been the bestselling vehicle in America for decades.
The Waltons Get Rich While Other Billionaires Get Poorer
Among the richest people in the world, only the Walton family has become wealthier this year. Walmart stock is up sharply year to date.