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2024-01-09 | Current Affairs

Rising Public Debt Sparks Investor Concerns 

Today’s News  Investors are cautioning governments around the world about the concerning escalation of public debt, highlighting the risks associated with extensive borrowing ahead of elections that might trigger a backlash in bond markets.  Both the U.S. and the U.K. are projected to witness a significant surge in government debt issuance in the upcoming year, […]

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2023-12-26 | Current Affairs

Credit Card Debt Rises, Savings Dwindle 

Today’s News Consumers in the United States are experiencing a dwindling of their pandemic savings amidst a challenging economic landscape marked by high inflation. This situation has led to a surge in credit card usage as individuals grapple with soaring prices across various sectors such as food, housing, and entertainment.  Marianne Lake, co-chief executive of […]

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2023-12-21 | Market Dive

A Look Back At 2023: Top 10 Economic Events  

The first step in getting ready for 2024 begins by reflecting on the major events that occurred in 2023. At the start of the year, the biggest challenge in the financial world was the high inflation rate. Following a year full of ups and downs, investors are now closely monitoring when the Federal Reserve might […]