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Project of the Century

October 16, 2023 | Some of the country’s most recognizable brands are having a rough year, from Target to Dollar General to Kraft Heinz. That seemingly flies in the face of evidence that the economy is humming along.

Boo! Spirit’s Halloween Business

October 15, 2023 | Before the Christmas songs begin and before Americans spend billions of dollars on year-end holiday traditions, there is Halloween.

The Whims of TikTok

October 14, 2023 | TikTok was initially popular among kids but it has rapidly expanded its user base across all age groups, evolving into a dominating competitor in social media.

Earnings Season Is Back!

October 13, 2023 | Here we go again with another earnings season. The big banks were first to the plate, per usual, and so far, so good.

Russia Tries to Save the Ruble

October 12, 2023 | The Russian ruble is rallying, but not for a good reason. The currency’s exchange rate against the dollar is climbing back after the Kremlin reintroduced capital controls — last implemented shortly after Russia first invaded Ukraine.

Triple Leveraged

October 11, 2023 | If you’ve never heard of a “leveraged ETF,” take our word for it when we say they’re risky. They’re a way to juice returns.

House of Cards

October 10, 2023 | Paul Tudor Jones is a Wall Street legend and billionaire hedge fund manager. Like many, he’s worried about how escalating geopolitical tensions and the U.S. government’s spending will hurt stocks.

Retail Crime Epidemic

October 09, 2023 | In the face of attacks from Hamas militants — a group deemed terrorists by the United States and European Union, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s declaration of war against them, Israel’s currency (the shekel) is facing intense volatility.