Fri, February 21, 2025

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Inc

What Would Trump Taking Control of the USPS Mean for You?

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: jacobin

US Economic Decline Has Been Greatly Exaggerated

A focus on GDP and national accounts gives a misleading picture of US economic power. In the age of globalization, production can be based in countries like China while most of the profits flow back to American firms,

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Marketplace

What do you want to know about business or the economy?

In our weekly I've Always Wondered series, we tackle all of your questions about business, finance and the economy. Have you ever wondered why gas prices end in nine-tenths of a cent? What you should do with old savings bonds? Why cereal doesn't come in resealable bags? Or how tariffs will impact the economy?

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Calendar

Ditch the Juggling Act: 12 Ways Automated Scheduling Will Revolutionize Your Life (and Business)

While you are buried under a stack of sticky notes, trying to make sense of scribbled appointments, your phone buzzes with last-minute changes. Does this sound familiar? If you are a busy entrepreneur,

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Politico

Three potential pitfalls for phase 2 Gaza talks

The second round of talks to end the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip begins in the coming days, and former officials see three potential challenges that could derail progress towards a permanent cease-fire.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Salon

Why you should consider freezing your credit right now

To freeze your credit, you'll need to contact each of the three major credit bureaus individually. Once your credit is frozen, you can temporarily lift the freeze when you need to apply for credit, and then reinstate it afterward.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: coloradopolitics

Colorado House committee votes to advance bill to adjust state's pay structure for tipped workers

Colorado's pay structure for tipped workers is set to change with House Bill 1208. The bill aims to address wage disparities and local minimum wage hikes.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: CNN

Target is getting hit from all sides on DEI

The lawsuit suit shows that Target is essentially getting squeezed from both sides on DEI. Target did not respond to CNN's request for comment on the suit. There's a long backstory to the suit, which alleges that Target's DEI initiatives led to its 2023 Pride Month merchandise that drew the ire of conservative media figures.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: manilatimes

BIR, Customs collections higher in January - Recto

REVENUE collections improved last month, a Cabinet official said, with the Bureau of International Revenue (BIR) and Bureau of Customs (BOC) both posting year-on-year gains.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Fortune

What if AI creates more jobs than it destroys?

First, some of the company's most successful AI applications favor more employment, Mockenbrock said, as they allow for better and faster "resolutions" and a higher emotional connection between caller and agent.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Investopedia

MercadoLibre Stock Sets All-Time High as Q4 Earnings Blow Past Estimates

MercadoLibre shares surged on Friday after the Latin American e-commerce giant's fourth-quarter earnings came in well above expectations.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: AOL

What type of business savings account is right for you?

As a business owner, your company's financial health depends on smart money management. Whether you're building an emergency fund or setting aside cash for new equipment, choosing the right savings vehicle is crucial for your business's growth and stability.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Kiplinger

UnitedHealth Stock Drags on the Dow After DOJ Probe News

UnitedHealth Group stock is sinking Friday after media reports indicated the Justice Department is investigating the health insurer. Here's what to know.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Kiplinger

Block Stock Falls After Revenue, Earnings Miss Expectations

Block stock is down Friday after the payments company missed expectations for its fourth quarter. Here's what you need to know.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Reuters

Block shares drop as spending slowdown puts BNPL expansion in focus

Payments firm Block's shares fell 8% in premarket trading on Friday as a slowdown in spending growth fueled investor concerns, turning the spotlight to its bet on buy-now, pay-later lending to drive profits in 2025.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Forbes

Progress Over Perfection: Empowering Finance Teams With Digital Fluency

A lot of the conversation centered around adapting leadership capabilities for the digital era and responsibly championing AI integration, exciting but somewhat overwhelming responsibilities. Alas, as the saying goes,

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Forbes

She Earns More: Redefining Power And Partnership In Modern Families

When women lead financially, they pave the way for healthier, more balanced relationships—but this requires intention and communication.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: AOL

Should you sign a loan or pay a fee to get your tax refund early? Here's what you need to know

The average tax refund amount was just over $3,100 last year. For many Americans, that money can bring wonders: it could pay several months' rent, be a downpayment for a car, or allow you to buy several shares of tech stock.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Bloomberg

Trump's Tariff Wars Leave US Small Business With Nowhere to Hide

American companies of all sizes are on edge over President Donald Trump's tariffs, but it's arguably small business that is most exposed.Most Read from BloombergTrump to Halt NY Congestion Pricing by Terminating ApprovalAirbnb Billionaire Offers Pre-Fab Homes for LA Fire VictimsSorry,

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Fortune

Starbucks hoped mobile orders and the drive-through would save its business. New CEO Brian Niccol says that was a mistake.

Starbucks new CEO Brian Niccol says "I think we got confused that mobile ordering could solve the entire business".

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Zawya

Microsoft AI Tour showcases groundbreaking AI innovations driving transformation and growth across Oman

The Microsoft AI Tour in Oman underscored the company's unwavering commitment to fostering a thriving digital ecosystem

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: MSN

India's F&B on Ventilator: Archit Singhal's Eye-Opening Book Calls for Urgent Industry Reforms

India's food and beverage (F&B) industry, a key employer of unorganized labor, is facing an urgent crisis. In his latest book, India's F&B on Ventilator, Archit Singhal delivers a powerful analysis of the industry's sluggish growth,

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: MSN

French business activity contracts much more than expected in February, PMI shows

French business activity slumped much more than expected in February, according to a survey published on Friday, as new business and backlogs in the dominant services sector sharply declined. The HCOB France flash purchasing managers index (PMI) for services,

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: cnbctv18

Unsecured loans and digital risks: RBI and bank officials flag challenges

Regulatory oversight, declining CASA ratios, and third-party dependencies are putting pressure on banks to rethink their strategies.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Reuters

UK runs record January budget surplus but misses forecasts

Britain's government ran a record budget surplus of 15.4 billion pounds ($19.5 billion) last month, official figures showed on Friday, but in a setback for finance minister Rachel Reeves it was well below economists' and officials' expectations.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Bloomberg

Bessent Plans First Call With China Counterpart on Friday

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he will hold his first introductory call with his Chinese counterpart on Friday, and reiterated longstanding US calls for its biggest geostrategic rival to rebalance its economy toward domestic consumption.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Forbes

The Future Of Wall Street And Enterprise: Fintech 50 2025

These growing startups are making the most of the AI revolution to save time and spot fraud for financial institutions, investors and founders.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Outlookindia

For Banking Technologist Girish Wali, The Real-World Implementation Of AI Is A Necessity For The Present And Future

AI is now mainstream, shaping industries and daily life. Girish Wali, a CitiBank AI expert, pioneers AI-driven banking solutions, cybersecurity, and automation.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: MSN

Can You Cash a Check at an ATM?

In the realm of banking conveniences, ATMs have long been a cornerstone. Most people depend on them for withdrawals but can you cash a check at an ATM? Here's what you need to know. Can You Cash

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Yahoo

'Unrestrained': Trump pushes business interests in 2nd term

Reports show that the first lady signed a multi-million agreement with Amazon after a dinner with Jeff Bezos. The 11th Hour looks at the ways Trump's family members appear to have used their connection to the president to boost their bottom line.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: MSN

Cut deficit, create bold budget moves - Paul Chan's mission impossible?

Hong Kong's government has been urged to push development forward by Beijing, but what does that entail in an era of belt-tightening? Hong Kong's finance chief is expected to deliver his budget speech on February 26 and is under mounting pressure to balance the books.

[ Fri, Feb 21st 2025 ]: Reuters

StanChart reports 18% rise in annual profit, roughly in line with estimates

Standard Chartered reported on Friday its annual profit rose 18%, roughly in line with analysts' estimates, on strong performance of its wealth and markets business.
Thu, February 20, 2025

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: Yahoo

Beshear: Weather death toll rises to 15, search-and-rescue phase ending

As the director of "Green Lantern," Martin Campbell was far from the first, and certainly not the last filmmaker to deliver a stinker of a DC superhero film. But 14 years after its release, Campbell is unafraid to be honest about its shortcomings — especially the ones he takes personal responsibility for. Speaking to Variety …

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: 7NEWS

INSIDE MEDIA: Neighbours axed again and exposing the secret MAFS contract contestants have to sign

In our column that takes you inside the world of media, we reveal why Neighbours was cancelled a second time | What do Married At First Sight contestants REALLY sign up for to appear on the hit series?

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: CNBC

CNBC Daily Open: Alibaba surges and Amazon beats Walmart

Alibaba posted a 239% year-over-year jump in net profit in the final quarter of 2024, and Amazon's quarterly revenue surpassed Walmart's for the first time.

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: Forbes

IRS Taxpayer Data Is Tightly Restricted By Law. Will This Stop Trump, Musk And DOGE From Gaining Access?

Nixon Administration abuses led to the passage of strict tax privacy laws. That's one reason moves by DOGE to access sensitive data are so controversial.

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: Forbes

7 Free Courses To Learn Data Science Skills That Pay $100,000+ In 2025

Data science offers long-term career growth, remote work, six-figure earning potential, and high job demand. Here are seven free courses to learn this skill in 2025.

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: Forbes

Former Indy 500 Winner Tony Kanaan Named Arrow McLaren Team Principal

Arrow McLaren elevated 2013 Indianapolis 500 winning driver Tony Kanaan to the role of Team Principal and Kevin Thimjon as President of the IndyCar team on February 25.

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: Reuters

Crypto worth $99 million withdrawn from Milei-backed Libra token, researchers say

Around $99 million worth of cryptocurrency was withdrawn from the marketplace of a coin at the centre of a scandal in Argentina by eight digital wallets linked to the crypto token's creator, blockchain researchers said.

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: cfodive

GM tariff playbook includes international inventory cuts, CFO says

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: Fortune

Walmart has kept prices low during inflation and raised pay for managers. Investors aren't happy

Walmart also reported lower quarterly revenue than Amazon for the first time ever.

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: Reuters

PepsiCo joins major US companies in tweaking DEI policies

PepsiCo has joined the growing list of major U.S. companies that are making changes to their diversity, equity and inclusion programs as President Donald Trump pushes to dismantle the practice across the federal government and private sector.

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: Reuters

Citigroup joins corporate retreat from diversity initiatives

Citigroup will no longer require a diverse slate of candidates for job interviews, its CEO said in a memo on Thursday, as corporate America contends with a new business climate under President Donald Trump.

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: Wired

DOGE Puts $1 Spending Limit on Government Employee Credit Cards

The restrictions are already in place at the General Services Administration along with several other agencies. Soon they'll roll out to most of the federal government, sources say.

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: MSN

Nagase & Co. Expands CVC Efforts with New Subsidiary and Fund

Nagase & Co ( ($JP:8012) ) just unveiled an announcement. Nagase & Co., Ltd. has announced the establishment of a new subsidiary, Nagase Future

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: MSN

Outdated systems and backlog delay Marylanders' access to unclaimed property; the state is working to fix that

Outdated systems and backlog delay Marylanders' access to unclaimed property; the state is working to fix that

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: Oregonian

Oregon will issue loans to help build middle-income homes

State lawmakers approved $75 million to test a "Moderate Income Revolving Loan program" meant to help get new housing projects over the line.

[ Thu, Feb 20th 2025 ]: MSN

Living in Fort Lauderdale: The Good, the Bad, and the Costly

This article delves into the pros and cons of living in Fort Lauderdale, offering insights into some of the less-discussed aspects of life in this bustling coastal city. Pros and cons of life in Fort Lauderdale.

Should you sign a loan or pay a fee to get your tax refund early? Here's what you need to know

The average tax refund amount was just over $3,100 last year. For many Americans, that money can bring wonders: it could pay several months' rent, be a downpayment for a car, or allow you to buy several shares of tech stock.

The article from AOL Finance discusses a scam where individuals are tricked into paying fees for loans that do not exist. Scammers contact potential victims, often through unsolicited calls or emails, offering loans with attractive terms. They require the victim to pay an upfront fee for processing, insurance, or taxes before the loan can be disbursed. Once the fee is paid, the scammers disappear, and the promised loan never materializes. The article warns that legitimate lenders do not ask for payment before loan approval and provides tips on how to avoid such scams, including never paying for a loan in advance, checking the lender's credibility, and being cautious of unsolicited loan offers. It also advises reporting any suspicious activities to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and local authorities.

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https://www.aol.com/finance/sign-loan-pay-fee-tax-080100188.html