The Nasdaq just took a big hit. Tech stocks tumbled, and AI companies felt the worst of it. Palantir (PLTR) and Super Micro Computer (SMCI) were among the hardest hit. Investors are starting to worry: Was AI just hype? Over the past year, AI stocks have soared. Companies promised big things. Investors rushed in, hoping…
In 2024, Social Security beneficiaries saw a 3.2% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). But what about 2025? Millions of retirees, disabled individuals, and survivors depend on these yearly increases to keep up with rising costs. COLA is meant to help, but will it be enough? Each year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) adjusts benefits based on inflation….
Breakfast is big business. In the U.S., the breakfast and brunch industry is worth billions and keeps growing. One company riding this wave is First Watch Restaurant Group (FWRG). Known for its fresh ingredients and daytime-only hours, it has built a strong fan base. Investors are paying attention. One major player, 12 West Capital Management,…
Andre Hakkak and his wife, Marissa, just made a big move. They bought a $14 million mansion, adding another luxury property to the high-end real estate market. Hakkak, a well-known financier, is the co-founder and CEO of White Oak Global Advisors. His success in investment and asset management has helped him build great wealth. Now,…
Robinhood is shaking up banking. It started as a simple stock-trading app. Now, it wants to be our bank, wealth advisor, and more. The company is launching services like high-yield savings, private banking, and AI-powered investment tools. It even bought TradePMR, a firm that manages billions in assets. Why is Robinhood doing this? Its customers…
Kohl’s is closing 27 stores this Saturday. That’s a big shift for a retailer with over 1,100 locations. The company says the closures are part of a plan to stay strong in a changing market. Many brick-and-mortar stores are struggling. More people shop online, and rising costs make it harder to keep physical locations open….
GameStop is making headlines again. This time, it’s not because of Reddit traders or short squeezes. The company just announced plans to buy Bitcoin. And the stock price jumped. GME is no stranger to wild price swings. In 2021, it became the face of the meme stock frenzy. Now, it’s making another bold move, diving…
Homeownership was once a key part of the American Dream. Now, it feels out of reach for many. Incomes have not kept up with housing costs. Renting is getting more expensive. At the same time, big investors are buying homes, making it harder for regular buyers to compete. The real estate market is in trouble….
The Dow Jones Industrial Average just jumped 600 points, one of its biggest gains in recent months. This surge has caught the attention of investors, traders, and financial experts. But what caused this sudden rise? And what does it mean for the future of the stock market? The U.S. stock market is a big marketplace…
Did you know that some stock trades happen in less than a blink of an eye? High-Frequency Trading (HFT) is a powerful strategy where computers buy and sell stocks in milliseconds. This method uses advanced algorithms, ultra-fast internet, and smart data analysis to make quick profits. HFT plays a big role in today’s financial markets….