Making money as the Fed raises rates won’t be easy
Since 1990, the Fed raised rates starting in 1994, 1999 and 2004. But those years marked the beginning of long periods of rate increases. Most experts see this rate rise…
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London’s population at record high
4. Pricey homes: The influx of rich has left its mark on London’s property market, which is now worth as much as Brazil’s annual economic output. 5. Moving around: More…
Here are the drivers of future economic growth
That’s a big positive for companies like biotech rock star Gilead Sciences (GILD). The maker of hepatitis C drugs is expected to reveal an eye-popping 300% surge in earnings per…
How, and Why, Apple Overtook Microsoft
Common Sense By JAMES B. STEWART When Microsoft stock was at a record high in 1999, and its market capitalization was nearly $620 billion, the notion that Apple Computer would…
Is $4.5 million for a Super Bowl ad worth it?
Related: Check out a preview of some of this year’s Super Bowl ads Oreo actually had a Super Bowl ad that ran on TV that year. But good luck trying…
Fed Says It Will Be Patient in Raising Interest Rates, Citing ‘Solid’ Growth
WASHINGTON — In its most upbeat economic assessment since the recession, the Federal Reserve cited “solid” economic growth and “strong” job growth in a statement issued Wednesday that suggested the…
Jimmy Kimmel Proves People Can’t Tell The Difference Between Cold-Pressed Juice And Tang
Jimmy Kimmel has already taken down the gluten-free and GMO trends, but now things are starting to get, well, juicy. For those who haven’t heard, a cold-pressed juice trend is…
5 Things You Don’t Have To Throw Out After All
Just because your old standbys have seen better days doesn’t mean they’re destined for the dumpster — and Flea Market Fabulous author Lara Spencer can prove it. By Candace Braun…
Wall Street bears warn: We’re on verge of crisis
Related: One dollar could soon equal one euro Consider that Microsoft (MSFT, Tech30) reported solid earnings Tuesday, but its shares dropped as much as 10% because it’s forecasting weaker sales…
U.S. Strengths Buoy Consumers but Hurt Corporations With Business Abroad
For some time now, the United States stock market has been propelled forward by a domestic economy that has been growing swiftly compared with Europe, Japan and many once-buoyant emerging…
Samsung needs to reinvent itself (again)
In response, Samsung is working to pare down its crowded smartphone lineup. It’s also making a major move into India to capture more of the low-cost phone market. Related: Apple…
China issues scathing report on Alibaba
Alibaba (BABA, Tech30) took issue with the government review, saying the process was marred by misconduct and has “inflicted irreparable and serious damage to Taobao and Chinese online businesses.” The…
Fed stays ‘patient’ but rate hikes are coming
The yield on the 10-Year Treasury bond dipped as well, a sign that many investors around the globe are still attracted to the safety of American debt. (Yields fall when…
FCC to Marriott and other hotels: Never try to block Wi-Fi again
Marriott said it will try to “find appropriate market solutions that do not involve the blocking of Wi-Fi devices.” – Chicago Mercantile Association: Certain market data is the property of…
Best dividend stocks to buy now
Vector also offers a unique opportunity because of its stake in New York City real-estate giant Douglas Elliman. With the New York real-estate market performing extremely well, Vector has clearly…
Uber to limit price surges during blizzard
Sky-high prices during Superstorm Sandy led to Uber’s current policy. The New York Attorney General’s office negotiated the policy with Uber, and said the company agreed to “limit prices during…
Salmon, Crab, Lobster — Nothing Better Right? Well, There’s A Dark Side You Should Know About.
www.upworthy.com: Part of a special Upworthy series about how our food choices matter, made possible by Whole Foods Market. Read more.
Standalone HBO Could Inspire Millions To Ditch Cable, Survey Says
As many as 7 million people might cut the cord once HBO launches its new streaming service later this year. At least that’s how a market research firm read the…
Indiana church sues JPMorgan for millions
Not wanting to burden the church with handling such a large endowment, Lilly appointed three banksIndiana National Bank, American Fletcher National Bank and Trust and Merchants National Bank & Trust…
McDead? More lousy results from McDonald’s
“As we begin 2015, we are taking decisive action to regain momentum in sales, guest counts and market share,” said CEO Don Thompson said in a statement Friday. The company…
Kelley Blue Book’s Best Resale Value Cars
A number of domestic vehicles topped their respective market segments, according to KBB. Among high-performance cars, General Motors’ Chevrolet Corvette holds its value best and the Camaro V6 is best…
Smarter people use iPhones
The study also notes that iPhone sales correlate to population density. The more densely populated the state, the greater the chance that iPhone sales will be higher in that state….
What to do with a dying neighborhood
The Walker’s Bend subdivision was approved in 2003, as developers started building in Covington, a town of 13,000 in fast-growing Newton County. The development was to have 249 homes across…
Skittles and Carnival are Super Bowl ad rookies
The company said the ad will be based on a YouTube ad campaign called “Win at Glue.” That bizarre video features a bunch of people dancing while wearing fanny packs…
China’s Economic Growth Slows To 7.3 Percent In Fourth Quarter
BEIJING, Jan 20 (Reuters) – China’s economic growth held steady at 7.3 percent in the fourth quarter from a year earlier, slightly better than expected but still hovering at its…
Tiffany Castle House In Missouri Could Be Yours For Less Than You Think
If you’ve ever dreamed of living like royalty, now’s your chance… you just have to move to the Midwest. For some, owning a castle has become a reality since prices…
China misses official growth target for 2014
China continues to face a number of long-standing risks, such as ballooning government and corporate debt and a weak property sector. In the face of a sustained downturn, the government…
Marriott: You win, we won’t block Wi-Fi
Still, the firestorm never let up, and Marriott retracted its request on Wednesday. Marriott said it “will continue to look to the FCC to clarify appropriate security measures network operators…
Tom Hanks: ‘Community college made me what I am’
“I’m guessing the new Congress will squawk at the $60 billion price tag, but I hope the idea sticks, because more veterans, from Iraq and Afghanistan this time, as well…
Texas: The boom-and-bust oil capital of America
Walker, now co-owner of oilfield services company Frontier Services, learned to keep cash on hand and avoid loading up on debt to pay for equipment. “I may have to get…