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Citigroup became the latest company to walk back its diversity goals.The company is renaming its DEI team among other changes.CEO Jane Fraser outlined the shift in a memo to staff…
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Key takeaways Commercial truck loan rates can range from 6 percent to 35 percent or higher You might find favorable loan terms like no down payment from specialized commercial truck lenders Consider SBA loans for semi-truck financing, especially the 504…
Meta filed a lawsuit this week accusing a man of selling Instagram handles and “unauthorized” account reinstatement services.The Instagram usernames were listed at prices ranging from $700 to $50,000, the lawsuit says.Meta also filed another lawsuit this week, alleging a…
A jury has been selected for the trial of Charlie Javice in Manhattan.Prosecutors say Javice defrauded JPMorgan Chase. Jurors were asked if they knew Jamie Dimon or ran start-up businesses. A jury was selected and opening statements began Thursday in the trial of Frank founder Charlie Javice.Prosecutors say Javice and…
Amazon MGM Studios has taken creative control of the “James Bond” franchise.The longtime producers Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli will step back from decision-making.Amazon, in 2022, acquired MGM, which had the rights to the franchise.Amazon MGM Studios announced on Thursday that it had taken over creative control of the…
I attended Day 1 of the One Rental at a Time (ORaaT) conference in Las Vegas.The real estate conference incorporated guest speakers, Q&A, and networking.My main takeaway was: Who you…
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Oleksandra Yagello/Getty Images The average credit card interest rate is 20.10 percent, down from a record-high 20.79 percent set on Aug. 14, 2024. Current credit card interest rates 3-month trends Variable 2/19/2025 20.09% 2/12/2025 20.10% 2/05/2025 20.13% 1/29/2025 20.12% 1/22/2025…
Lara Johnson is the chief medical officer at Covenant Children’s Hospital in Lubbock, Texas.Her community is in the midst of a measles outbreak, with about 16 children hospitalized.She said parents of vaccinated children shouldn’t be overly concerned.This as-told-to essay is…
Trump opened the door for alternative assets in 401(k), but the entrance to market has been slow.Private-equity bosses now say they want protection from lawsuits over fees.Here’s what this could mean for savers.In June of 2020, Eugene Scalia, the acting…
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MrBeast said on a podcast that his enormous success has meant sidelining his mental health.He lives in “hard mode,” but the pressure of working all the time and being so famous has a cost.Workplace professionals warn neglecting mental health for…
President Donald Trump said it’d be “unfair” if Tesla were to open a factory in India.Tesla is looking to build a presence in India, posting…
I’ve been to 109 countries, but Dallas has surprised me more than any city I’ve ever visited.I thought the Texas city was just a business…
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Key takeaways American Express® Business Line of Credit and Fundible both offer business lines of credit Choose American Express® Business Line of Credit if you have fair-to-excellent credit and want a line of credit Choose Fundible if you have poor…
Key Takeaways Equity financing involves selling company shares in exchange for investor funding Debt financing means borrowing money from a lender that you pay back…
gesrey/Getty Images: Illustration by Issiah Davis/Bankrate Key takeaways Working capital loans are short-term loans used for expenses like payroll, rent and utilities Working capital loans…
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In the past few years, I’ve attended at least nine weddings without giving a single gift.I typically have to travel great distances to attend my friends’ weddings, which can get expensive.None of my friends have brought up not receiving a…
I tried eight brands of whipped cream from the grocery store to see which one is best.The lone nondairy option held its own, but it…
Charlie Javice is on trial over fraud claims after selling the student-aid startup Frank to JPMorgan.BI saw an email from Javice’s legal team asking colleagues…
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Financial wellness apps offer tools to help you manage your finances, save and reach your financial goals. Among the many features these apps offer, sign-on bonuses stand out as a way to attract new users. But how do these bonuses…
karen roach / Shutterstock.comThe American Dream—once defined by homeownership, financial stability, and a secure future—has always inspired millions. But under Trump’s presidency, shifting economic policies and corporate favoritism may make that dream unattainable. Deregulation, rising costs, and a shrinking middle…
MAXSHOT.PL / Shutterstock.comNetflix isn’t just for entertainment—it’s packed with unexpected financial lessons! From the high-stakes risks in Squid Game to the lavish spending in Selling Sunset, today’s hottest shows reveal smart (and not-so-smart) money moves. Whether it’s avoiding scams, managing…
Key takeaways Life insurance claims can be denied for reasons like missed payments, inaccurate information or policy exclusions. Knowing these risks upfront can help you avoid unpleasant surprises. If you misrepresent details about your health, job or risky hobbies, your…
Key takeaways Owning multiple credit cards can help you earn rewards on a variety of spending categories and be good for your credit utilization ratio. The key, though, is to apply strategically and wait a few months in between applications.…
Affordable Chinese electric vehicles are flooding into global markets — but not the US.Tesla rivals BYD and Xpeng are bringing their ultra-smart EVs to a host of new countries.High tariffs have locked them out of the US, meaning American drivers…
Hundreds of Environmental Protection Agency probationary employees were fired on Friday.But some staff at the EPA were told Wednesday they were fired by accident.Similar scenes have reportedly played out at several other federal agencies.On February 14, hundreds of Environmental Protection…
Credit Sesame explains the new tax rules for 2024 and how they may impact your tax bill, deductions, and tax credits. Tax laws evolve every year, and 2024 is no exception. Understanding the latest updates can help you maximize your…
“Reacher” season three sees Jack Reacher go undercover in a criminal organization.Author Lee Child told Business Insider he wants to adapt the “Reacher” book about the opioid crisis.Alan Ritchson told BI he would be open to telling a “more modern…
Ukrainian company Sine.Engineering is developing technology to help drones resist Russia’s electronic warfare.Sine is focused on better communication between operators and drones, including non-GPS navigation.Its swarm technology is currently being tested with the Ukrainian army, its executives said.A Ukrainian drone…
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