Category : Economy

A recent report from Business Roundtable indicates a notable uptick in CEO sentiment regarding the US economy, marking the first time in two years that the gauge has moved above its historical average. The index surged by 11 points quarter-over-quarter to reach 85, reflecting increased optimism among top executives. Moreover,

Recent data indicates that Americans are allocating nearly as much money towards interest payments on credit cards and other forms of consumer debt as they are on mortgage interest. Parity in Interest Payments The US Bureau of Economic Analysis reports that non-mortgage interest payments reached a record $573.4 billion annually

Accessing abortion care has become increasingly difficult and costly, with implications for individuals across the United States, according to insights from nonprofit organizations like the Chicago Abortion Fund (CAF) and others. Escalating Costs and Financial Assistance CAF, a nonprofit dedicated to providing financial and logistical support for abortion seekers, has

Renowned economist Nouriel Roubini, often referred to as “Dr. Doom” for his pessimistic economic forecasts, has identified the potential reelection of Donald Trump as the most significant danger to the global economy. Perceived Risks and Instabilities In an op-ed for Project Syndicate, Roubini expressed concern that Trump’s return to the

Okwara, a 36-year-old borrower, received a letter in May 2023 from his student-loan servicer, MOHELA, informing him that his entire loan balance of $93,000 had been forgiven. The letter, reviewed by Business Insider, congratulated him on successfully meeting the requirements of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, which offers

Shannon Rowan’s divorce in 2010 didn’t mark the end of her financial entanglement with her ex-husband. More than a decade later, the specter of their combined student loans continues to haunt her, presenting a significant barrier to her financial freedom and her ability to support her children’s education. Bound by

Anne, a dedicated mother and educator, experienced a whirlwind of emotions last year when she received notice that her $192,000 student loan debt had been forgiven. However, her relief was short-lived as she recently received a devastating letter from her loan servicer, MOHELA, informing her that the forgiveness was a

In the realm of overemployment, where individuals secretly juggle multiple remote jobs, Nicole stands out as a distinct anomaly. Unlike the typical overemployed worker, Nicole does not hail from the tech industry, nor does she command a six-figure salary. As a woman navigating the clandestine world of job juggling, Nicole

Alice Everdeen, aged 32, embarked on a transformative odyssey over a year ago when she bid farewell to her corporate job and embraced life on the road in a school bus. What began as a quest for personal fulfillment and adventure has evolved into a lucrative freelancing career, enabling Everdeen

Chisom Okwulehie, aged 35, defied conventional career timelines by launching her business venture, Juntero Design, years earlier than anticipated. What started as a passion project alongside her senior architect role at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has evolved into her primary source of income, yielding significant