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Data shows more loans are being rejected — but why?
by
Justin Ho
Nov 19, 2024
The New York Federal Reserve found that rejection rates for loan applications are higher than they were in 2023 for credit cards, auto loans, mortgages and refinances.
International students contribute record amount to U.S. economy
Nov 19, 2024
Roughly half of international students are from China or India — and many are grad students or recent graduates permitted to work on a student visa for a time after graduation.
As winter holidays loom, retailers prepare for cautious holiday spending
Nov 18, 2024
The earlier, deeper discounts could mean retailers are a bit anxious.
How economic inequality has and hasn't changed since the pandemic
by
Matt Levin
Nov 18, 2024
From 2019 to 2022, total U.S. household wealth grew 25%., but there's lots of evidence that Americans are disenchanted with this economy.
Why the U.S. dollar is strengthening
Nov 18, 2024
The dollar has appreciated almost 3% since the presidential election. In general, it’s because investors can make more money with dollars.
The secrets of Walmart's success? Groceries, low prices and a popular e-commerce platform.
Nov 18, 2024
Walmart's Q3 earnings should be good, analysts say. The retail giant has executed effectively in multiple areas.
Closing the gender gap in angel investing
Nov 18, 2024
How women-owned companies are getting vital seed funding.
For public good, not for profit.
How to get noticed by angel investors
Nov 18, 2024
A veteran angel investor shares how she evaluates potential investment opportunities.
Higher-income consumers are still spending it up. The rest? Not so much.
Nov 18, 2024
And economists wonder how long those who are better-off can even keep it up.
Would changing the Fed's inflation target help people afford homes?
by
Janet Nguyen
Nov 15, 2024
The trick is finding inflation's sweet spot — too much or too little can lead to a lot of problems for the economy and consumers.