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Why Aren’t There More IPOs? Blame Fed Chair Powell (And Those Rates)

After the 2021 boom, IPO activity slowed down significantly, in part due to monetary policy – but things are getting moving again with tech-friendly companies like Iboutta and Rubrik making a public debut.

14 days ago

You Can Actually Lose Money on Real Estate (Even in This Market)

Not only is April Financial Literacy Month, it’s also the kickoff of the spring homebuying season. So now is the time to make sure you have a financial plan in place – and why it might not be wise for that to include buying your first home.

2 weeks ago

This Region Has the U.S. Beat When it Comes to Fighting Inflation

While the U.S. may slowly be on the path to lowering inflation (and therefore interest rates), Europe has thoroughly trounced America, putting it on the path to lower rates by this summer.

Caitlin Clark Will Make a Lot More Than Her WNBA Base Salary – Here's How

Caitlin Clark is heading to the Indiana Fever, the number one draft pick and the highest-scoring college basketball player of all time. And while she may not be getting millions from the WNBA, there's a few ways she'll net compensation for her generational talents.

2 weeks ago

Ignore the News, Keep Calm, and Buy More Tech Stocks

Recent headlines might make it sound like World War III is imminent, but when it comes to your finances, it's not the time to panic. The market is coming off its longest winning streak since 2011.

2 weeks ago

Mark Your Calendars – Venture Capital Is Coming Back in 2025

You may have noticed fewer new venture capital-backed startups (like Airbnb or Uber) lately. The market slowed to a crawl after 2021, but things are expected to take off again in 2025.

2 weeks ago

It's Not Just You: The ‘Vibes Are a Little Off’ in This Economy

Corporate earnings season is underway, that time when companies share their billions in sales or double-digit profits. But the data shows even companies are struggling with high inflation and interest rates.

2 weeks ago

Your Wasted Salad Greens Are Contributing to Climate Change

Food waste – uneaten scraps or leftovers sent to landfills – is responsible for 10% of global emissions. Mill, a new product from the co-founder of Nest, thinks technology can play a role in eliminating it.

3 weeks ago

What’s a ‘Normal’ Recession? The U.S. Could See One in 2024

By the time the 2024 election is over, be prepared to see some form of a recession – but this shouldn’t be as bad as what we experienced in 2020 or 2008.

3 weeks ago

Meet One of the World’s Best Chess Players. She’s 14 Years Old

International Master Alice Lee defeated grandmaster Irina Krush to win the American Cup – becoming one of the best women players in the world in the process – but she’s not stopping there.

3 weeks ago

A.I.-Powered ‘Smart Headphones’ Will Leave Your AirPods in the Dust

You can track your sleep habits or heart rate, but how about your brain? Neurable's MW75-Neuro headphones turn your focus and productivity into data you can use to avoid burnout – here's how they do it.

3 weeks ago

Yes, the Economy Could Still Pull Off a Soft Landing

Inflation continues to tick slightly higher – but look beyond the ‘Magnificent Seven’ and you’ll see there are plenty of companies still doing well.

3 weeks ago

Will the U.S. Ban TikTok? Chinese-American Diplomacy Holds the Answer

Tensions in the South China Sea, Apple moving to India, and banning TikTok? The podcast ‘Face Off: The U.S. Versus China’ helps explain how we got here.

3 weeks ago

Revolutionizing Retail: Cust2Mate's Smart Carts Enhance Security and Shopping Experience

Cust2Mate is a leading innovator in retail technology, aiming to revolutionize the shopping experience. By implementing smart cart technology, the tech company addresses the issue of theft while enhancing the shopper's journey.

3 weeks ago

It’s a Good Time to Buy Boeing Stock (But a Bad One to Fly on Its Planes)

As we head into the second quarter, there’s an argument in favor of buying Boeing stock. Why? As one expert says, ‘there’s nowhere else to get planes.’

3 weeks ago

Miss Uber Pool? The Next Big Trend in Rideshare Could be Carpool Apps

With inflation and prices still on the rise, it might be worth considering a carpool app. One of them, Singapore-based Ryde, just went public in the U.S.

3 weeks ago

Rosé Any Day! Meet the Company Delivering Wine Straight to Your Door

Full Glass Wine Co., the company behind Bright Cellars, Wine Insiders, and Winc, knows you fell in love with home delivery during the pandemic – and it’s investing millions into making it even better.

3 weeks ago

Investors Are Waiting for the Fed to Cut Rates. Here's Why They Shouldn’t

It might sound counterintuitive, but the Fed cutting interest rates three times this year could cause inflation to spike and actually be worse for markets and the economy as a whole.

3 weeks ago

Democrat or Republican, Investments Do Better After Elections – With One Big Exception

There’s seven months until Election Day 2024. Afterwards, 401(k) and investments traditionally react well… unless there’s a recession.

4 weeks ago