If you paid a fee at an ATM you could be part of $167 million settlement Customers have until February to make their claims, provided they meet the criteria for eligibility The Independent UK · Sep 24
EMCOR Group Stock: Is EME Outperforming the Industrials Sector? As EMCOR Group has outperformed the broader market over the past year, Wall Street analysts remain strongly optimistic about the company’s outlook. Barchart · Sep 24
Bitcoin is down 55% from its peak - here's why Tom Lee predicts crypto bull run as $15.6 billion options expiry looms Bitcoin has fallen below $84,000 even as Fundstrat’s Tom Lee says the crypto bull market is underway. With $15.6 billion in Bitcoin options set to expire Friday, investors are watching market volatility closely as Bitcoin’s latest 55% decline remains smaller than previous major crashes. The Economic Times · Sep 24
Starbucks to shutter 250 coffeehouses by end of week: ‘A***** move’ Morning brew giant said it ‘identified locations where we do not believe we can consistently deliver the experience we want for customers’ The Independent UK · Sep 24
US mortgage rates top 7% for first time in 20 months Increase comes after Fed decision to raise interest rates, as Americans struggle with high prices and stagnant wages The Guardian - US · Sep 24
New York files lawsuit against Polymarket, calling it an illegal gambling operation ‘Polymarket was founded in a tiny NYC apartment and now has more than 350 employees here,’ Polymarket’s chief legal officer said The Independent UK · Sep 24
7 Money Red Flags That Leave You Legally Liable for a Partner’s Debt Once You Merge Accounts Merging finances can make everyday money management easier, but it can also change who carries legal responsibility for a debt. Adding a partner to a credit account, signing a loan together, or combining bank accounts can create obligations that did not exist before. The Free Financial Advisor · Sep 24
McDonald’s is spending $8.5 billion on changes: AI drive-thru, automated kitchens, new chicken menu, protein-packed meals and more McDonald’s is planning an $8.5 billion global overhaul over the next decade, bringing AI-powered ordering, more automation, smarter kitchens, new chicken items and protein-focused foods. The changes will also include restaurant upgrades, employee training and new ways to improve service, value and the overall customer experience. The Economic Times · Sep 24
3 Restaurant Stocks Near 52-Week Lows as Consumer Pressure Builds McDonald's, Dutch Bros, and Wingstop shares trade near 52-week lows as weak U.S. traffic, gas-price pressure on lower-income diners, and analyst downgrades weigh on the restaurant sector. MarketBeat · Sep 24
Why is Oracle stock crashing today at NYSE, Wall Street? Check reason behind ORCL share price bloodbath on Thursday Oracle Share price today: Oracle is aiming to delay payments should the data center dubbed Project Jupiter get derailed and fail to come online in 2028 as planned, rather than exiting as the main tenant, according to the report. The Economic Times · Sep 24
Money Moves Men Should Consider After the Fed’s September Decision Men reviewing their finances after the Fed’s September decision have a few new variables to consider. The Federal Reserve raised its target federal funds rate by a quarter percentage point to a range of 3.75% to 4% on September 16, 2026. Clever Dude · Sep 24
McDonald’s bets $8.5 billion on a productivity makeover across more than 46,000 restaurants McDonald's plan leans on existing restaurants to drive growth as unit expansion slows. Fortune · Sep 24
Oracle Reportedly Cited 'Force Majeure' To Delay Payments For a Data Center. Its Stocks If Falling. The company is seeking to delay payments on a campus in New Mexico. International Business Times · Sep 24
Would You Rather Have $10,000 in Savings or No Credit Card Debt? Seeing $10,000 sitting in a savings account can provide a powerful sense of financial security, especially when an unexpected car repair, medical bill, or job disruption could happen tomorrow. But carrying thousands of dollars in credit card debt at the same time can quietly eat away at that security through… Budget and the Bees · Sep 24
The Free Financial Advisor · Sep 24 When One Stock Hits 40% of Your Portfolio: The Tax Bill of Trimming vs. the Risk of Holding A stock that grows into 40% of a portfolio creates an awkward money problem. Selling can create a capital-gains tax bill, while holding leaves a large share tied to one company. Neither choice exists in a vacuum, because the tax cost depends on the shares sold, their cost basis, holding…
The Free Financial Advisor · Sep 24 The Fed Just Changed Rates, But Your Credit Card APR May Not Move Right Away The Federal Reserve changed interest rates on September 16, but credit card holders should not expect their APR to move in lockstep with the Fed’s announcement. In fact, the latest Fed decision went in the opposite direction from a rate cut: The central bank raised its target range by a…
The Economic Times · Sep 24 US current account deficit widens 15.7% to $246 billion in Q2 on import surge In the second quarter, the US current account deficit increased by $33.4 billion, reaching $246.0 billion. The rise in imports of goods was substantial, outpacing the growth in exports significantly. The goods trade deficit widened to $291.3 billion after a notable increase in imports. Additionally, the primary income balance narrowed,…
The Economic Times · Sep 24 Starbucks store closures: Why is the coffee giant shutting 250 North American locations despite rising sales and earnings forecasts? Starbucks plans to close 250 North American coffeehouses this week, trimming roughly 1% of its 18,000 locations across the continent. The decision marks the second major wave of store shutdowns under Chief Executive Officer Brian Niccol, who took over leadership in 2024. During a similar restructuring last September, the company…
The Economic Times · Sep 24 US weekly jobless claims decrease as labour market regains footing Recent data reveals that initial claims for unemployment benefits in the US have dipped, signaling a stronger labour market. However, businesses continue to struggle with hiring due to escalating energy costs and a shortage of workers. Additionally, while continuing claims edged up slightly, the jobless rate remains steady at 4.1%.
Clever Dude · Sep 24 Your Car Is Finally Paid Off — Should You Keep Making the Payment to Yourself? Your car is finally paid off, and that monthly payment just vanished from the budget. Instead of letting the money disappear into restaurants, subscriptions, impulse purchases, and whatever else seems to multiply inside a checking account, some drivers keep making the payment themselves.
The Independent UK · Sep 24 Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 197,000, the lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain rare Fewer people applied for U.S. unemployment benefits last week, as U.S. jobless claims remain at historically low levels as most Americans enjoy job security
International Business Times · Sep 24 Brent Oil Could Skyrocket Past $150 If Wars Continue. Bank of America Warns Supply Crunch Could Last Into 2027. Bank of America raised its oil price outlook as constrained shipments through key Middle Eastern waterways, refinery outages, and reduced exports from Russia and other major producers tighten markets.
The Times of India · Sep 24 In 2025, donation platform Flipcause collapsed owing 3,200 nonprofits $29 million Flipcause, an Oakland-based donation platform, filed for bankruptcy in December 2025 after owing nearly $29 million to more than 3,200 nonprofits. Bankruptcy records showed the company paid $3.8 million to executives, relatives and related firms in the year before filing. Nonprofits later questioned Flipcause leadership over delayed donations and how…
Fortune · Sep 23 Zcash hits record high of $1,600 as token’s privacy narrative strikes chord with investors The cryptocurrency has surged amid the launch of a new European exchange-traded product.
Motor1 · Sep 24 EV Sales Plunge 31% In July, Hybrids Soar 86% July registrations show EV demand softening after credits ended as Toyota, Ford, and others pivot toward hybrids and extended-range electric models.