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Maybe the snowbirds are right? One state dominates this list of best places to retire.
New research ranks states for retirement based on factors such as healthcare access, recreational opportunities, and tax burden. One state consistently tops the list, attracting retirees seeking affordability and quality of life. The findings highlight how cost of living and services influence retirement destination choices.
This maneuver is boosting oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz
Middle East oil producers are finding more ways to evade Iranian threats and push more of their product to market.
The S&P 500 usually falls in September. Why this year should be different.
As U.S. stocks head into September, a key trading level suggests the S&P 500 could dodge a big loss in what is historically a turbulent month.
How to profit from September stock-market weakness
Some industries do well in September, despite overall market weakness.
The 10-year Treasury yield just crossed a key threshold that should make people ‘sit up and take notice’
U.S. Treasury yields on the 10‑year note have moved above a notable level, prompting attention from investors. The increase coincides with oil prices climbing back toward $90 per barrel. Higher yields can raise borrowing costs across the economy.
Amazon’s stock slips as the FTC alleges billions of dollars in hidden ad fees
Regulators claim Amazon artificially bumped floor prices during peak shopping periods, adding surcharges to merchants’ ad spending.
Jerome Powell still has one vote on whether rates go up — the same as Kevin Warsh
Powell is no longer Fed chairman, but he still has a vote on whether to raise interest rates.
Why Dell’s stock stands to gain from developments at Nvidia and SpaceX
Dell is expected to report sharp growth when it posts earnings on Tuesday, and analysts are upbeat about industry developments that could benefit financial results into next year.
Tesla’s stock is leading S&P 500 gainers as investors prepare for a Cybercab launch
The company is seemingly getting closer to rolling out a vehicle that comes without a steering wheel or pedals.
Meta’s stock looks too cheap, analysts say. Why it’s now set up for a Google-style rally.
Alphabet’s stock took off last year after the company got a legal settlement out of the way, and now Meta’s stock is looking at a similar setup.
The 10-year Treasury yield is breaking out and 5% could be just the beginning. Here’s why that matters.
There’s a lot more to the rising trend in interest rates than just the Federal Reserve’s fight against stubborn inflation.
PG&E, other utility stocks sink as California leaves investors exposed to wildfire liability
A California bill is “more focused on victim protections without any new investor protections,” according to analysts.
Bessent now says debt-reduction plan could be months away. It will face hurdles when it arrives.
Top officials in the Trump administration have taken the wraps off a plan for tackling the federal government’s persistent deficits.
This near-7% rule looks better for retirees than the 4% rule
The recent bad news from the turmoil in the bond market — which has seen long-term interest rates rising to multidecade highs — is also good news for those nearing or in retirement.
Should bond investors worry with Warsh running the Fed?
The formerly drama-free investment vehicle, U.S. government debt, is now causing some concern.
Trump to meet with oil execs about cutting gas prices, as his Venezuelan SPR plan faces skepticism
The president and his fellow Republicans look set to focus on affordability as the midterms near.
The collapse of U.S.-Canada trade talks helped the American aluminum industry. Here’s what Trump should do next.
Some in Washington see aluminum policy as a fight over smelters — the plants that actually make raw aluminum. But the numbers say otherwise.
22 best-performing stocks of August, as the software industry continues its recovery
The energy and technology sectors did well in August, while Moderna’s stock was the best performer by a wide margin.
Sam Altman once called ads a ‘last resort.’ Now OpenAI is on track for $1 billion in revenue from them.
The company is making it easier for businesses across the world to take out ads on ChatGPT.