A recent report by WalletHub has revealed the states in which people are struggling the most financially. Here are their findings. WalletHub’s State Rankings WalletHub analyzed all 50 states to find where people have the most collection accounts – which are debts sold to debt collection agencies due to lack of payments. These debt agencies […]
Author: Joe Lysikatos
Walmart May Owe You $500: Check Your Eligibility
If you’re one of the hundreds of millions who shop at Walmart every week, you may be entitled to a rather large chunk of money following the results of a $45 million class-action settlement. Here are the details. Walmart’s $45 Million Settlement Any Walmart customers who bought certain types of food from any of their […]
Green Gold Rush: Clean Energy Companies Thrive Under New Legislation
President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has caused a surge in green policies and a net boom for sustainable companies. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s been happening and where the sector could go from here. The Birth of the IRA In 2022, Biden announced the creation of the landmark IRA, a new federal law […]
Privacy Alert: JPMorgan Chase Mines Customer Spending Data for New Ad Campaign
JPMorgan Chase Bank has courted controversy this week with a new feature and the launch of Chase Media Solutions, which critics are worried could spell big issues for your data privacy. Here’s the full report. Inescapable Ads Targeted ads are quite literally everywhere. Data Harvesting Whenever you search for something online, watch a video, or […]
Democrats Fight Back Against Hedge Fund Takeover of Housing Market
In a significant move that could reshape the housing market landscape, Democrats in Congress have recently introduced a groundbreaking bill aimed at curbing the influence of hedge funds in the single-family homes sector. The “End Hedge Fund Control of American Homes Act of 2023” The legislation, known as the “End Hedge Fund Control of American […]
No More 24/7 Work Demands – California Considers Bill to Ban After-Hours Boss Calls
California workers might need to prepare for a worker revolution, as Assembly Bill 2751 – the right to disconnect bill – is being considered by lawmakers. Read on to find out more about the bill. California’s New Legislation New legislation being debated in California could finally see the end of bosses harassing workers long after […]
Massive $16.8 Billion Boost Proposed for Public Transportation in 2025 Budget
President Joe Biden recently revealed his plan for public transportation if he wins the White House race in November. Here’s a breakdown of what Biden’s Budget for 2025 means for you and your community. Budget Breakdown President Biden is proposing to allocate $16.8 billion for public transportation, an increase of $198 million from last year. […]
Illinois Factories Hit Hard by Factory Layoffs, Shutdowns Impact Over 1000 Workers
While the job market seems to be in relatively good shape, some states are feeling the burn – Illinois being one of them. Here’s the full story. Factories in Crisis In the last three months, factories in Illinois have been struggling. Layoffs and Shutdowns There have been a lot of layoffs, and in total, four […]
Fed Chair Signals Interest Rate Cuts Despite Inflation Worries
In a recent interview, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell affirmed the central bank’s commitment to a series of interest rate cuts this year. Powell’s statements, featured on “60 Minutes,” shed light on the Federal Reserve’s strategy amid a backdrop of a healthy economy and a slowing inflation rate. Federal Reserve’s Rate Cut Projection In December, […]
U.S. Job Market Surges, Upending Economic Forecasts
In a surprising turn of events, U.S. employers ramped up hiring in December, outpacing expectations and bolstering wages. This development has led financial markets to reconsider the likelihood of an imminent Federal Reserve interest rate cut in March. Here’s the full story. Steady Economic Growth Despite Pressing Concerns The latest employment report from the Labor […]