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Tricks for Treats
October 30, 2023 | On Friday, the S&P 500 officially hit correction territory, down 10% from its July peak for the year and about 14% from the January 2022 all-time high.
Pixar’s $4 Billion Lunch
October 29, 2023 | Big ideas tend to start on the back of napkins. For Pixar, perhaps the most monumental moment was when Pixar creators were wrapping up “Toy Story.”
How Walmart is Winning
October 28, 2023 | While U.S. inflation shows signs of moderation, the grocery store remains a source of financial strain for many Americans. Supermarket prices have surged at a pace not seen in decades, making everyday essentials like eggs and bread unaffordable for some.
Snow Business
October 27, 2023 | Snow-dependent communities are being impacted by climate change, specifically warmer winters that feature less snow & freezing temperatures.
Amateur Investors > Pros
October 26, 2023 | Who said amateur investors can’t beat the market over the long haul? Get this: The average stock portfolio of individual investors has beaten the S&P 500 since 2014.
Corporate Retreat
October 25, 2023 | International companies have had enough from Hong Kong. Over the last few years, firms have trickled out of Hong Kong, mostly around concerns that the financial hub has tightened ties to mainland China.
Hermit Habits
October 24, 2023 | In America, nearly everyone wants to own a home. It’s the core of the American Dream.
Revving Up
October 23, 2023 | Somewhere in this galaxy, market gods are laughing pretty hard.
Cities of the Future
October 22, 2023 | What does the city of the future look like? How leaders design and revive our cities will likely determine whether we hit our climate goals.
