Most families avoid this conversation; they shouldn’t
For years, conversations about money, aging and estate planning were often avoided within families. That’s beginning to change, Harry Margolis, author of Get Your Ducks in a Row, said in an interview. More households are recognizing the need for structured, ongoing discussions about finances, …
Read MoreSocial media giant lays off 1,000 amid AI shift
We are well into the end of the first quarter, and companies are preparing to submit their Q1 earnings report. But before that happens, some streamlining is still underway as layoff news continues to overshadow job listings. The dreariness of artificial intelligence taking over jobs continues to …
Read MoreExperts send strong message about decreasing mortgage rates
In my decade of reporting on mortgage rates, I’ve witnessed Americans’ interest in buying a home wilt every time rates inch up. Considering Freddie Mac’s reported mortgage rates increased for five straight weeks in March and April, potential homebuyers have probably felt discouraged, to say the …
Read MoreJPMorgan has stark message on Qualcomm stock
JPMorgan is becoming more cautious on QUALCOMM Incorporated (QCOM) ahead of its upcoming earnings report, citing rising pressure in its core handset business. At the same time, newer growth areas are not yet large enough to offset that weakness. Here’s JPMorgan’s message to Qualcomm investors: On …
Read MoreWall Street firm drops shocking verdict ahead of Tesla earnings
Tesla (TSLA) investors finally caught a break after a long time, thanks to one of the biggest Wall Streetfirms in the world. UBSis making a brave call, moving Tesla’s stock rating from Sell to Hold just as the markets prepare for the upcoming earnings report. Market observers want to know whether …
Read MoreTop Fed officials rethink rate cuts as peace talks begin
The sooner the Iran War ends, the sooner the Federal Reserve can consider cutting interest rates — something the central bank and traders had expected at the beginning of the year. Fed officials have been preaching caution about the impact of oil spikes, inflation and tariffs on the U.S. economy …
Read MoreCathie Wood buys $2.5 million of tumbling megacap stock
Cathie Wood, head of Ark Investment Management, was relatively quiet this week, even as the S&P 500 rallied about 4.5% over the past five days. Wood made no trades on Tuesday, April 14, and Wednesday, April 15, and sold some shares of two medical stocks on Monday, April 13, and Thursday, April …
Read MoreAward-winning vodka and whiskey brand files Chapter 11 bankruptcy
The distilled spirits industry faced a challenging year in 2025, as spirits supplier sales declined by 2.2% to $36.4 billion, according to the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States. The decline in sales has led to distillery closings and bankruptcy filings in certain cases. Industry …
Read MoreIconic 42-year-old BBQ chain has closed half its restaurants
Barbecue has become America’s national food, even though the definition of the cuisine varies from state to state. There’s no consensus on the best American barbecue, and people will fight over dry versus wet, cooking techniques, and whether white sauce deserves a place at the table. “Barbecue, not …
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