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Warren Buffett’s decision to reduce Berkshire Hathaway’s stake in Apple Inc. (AAPL) and cut back on other major holdings, while also increasing positions in more defensive, recession-resistant stocks like Ulta Beauty (ULTA), has certainly sparked a lot of debate among investors and analysts. Given Buffett’s reputation for making long-term, value-driven investments, many are now asking […]
With Halloween creeping up, consumers are preparing to enter the season of budget horror — otherwise known as holiday spending — that starts in October and runs through the rest of the year. But given inflation’s impact on people’s budgets, Americans may get more tricks than treats this year. In fact, according to our newest survey […]
Slow Sticker Shock when looking at items over the last 4 years, what they cost in 2019 compared to 2024 will have you seeing double. CBS News is tracking the change in prices of everyday household expenses — from food at the grocery store to utilities and even rent — across the country. Drawing from […]
NFL games have become some of the top events for sports betting, taking in a revenue of more than $11 billion since January of this year. So, for the money that New York State collects in taxes from sports betting companies, where does the money go? A lot of the money goes to funding education. […]
1. Not Budgeting Effectively Many Americans fail to create or stick to a budget, which can lead to overspending and financial stress. 2. Ignoring Emergency Savings A significant number of people do not prioritize building an emergency fund. Financial experts recommend saving at least three to six months’ worth of living expenses to cover unexpected […]
The Mayor’s Office of Financial Empowerment, in partnership with the New York State Comptroller’s Office and the New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants will conduct free financial wellness workshop from noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 12, at the RIT Downtown Center for Urban Entrepreneurship, 40 Franklin St. Downtown. Participants will have the […]
Before you know it, the holiday shopping season will be here. A new Bankrate data shows that about three of those holiday shoppers (33 percent) plan to spend less on holiday shopping this year than they did last year. Between two and three of the shoppers (24 percent) plan to spend more, and around four […]
According to News10NBC, RG&E customers will see a $12 increase on their bills come May as part of a negotiated rate increase approved by state regulators. If you’re a National Grid customer and you thought you were spared, think again. Now, that utility wants to increase its customers’ rates, too. National Grid is asking state […]
Americans firing up their grills for Fourth of July celebrations will likely pay more for some traditional barbecue staples this year. That’s largely due to inflationary pressures in the U.S. economy and supply shocks related to specific foods such as beef and lemons, according to agricultural economists. The average cookout for 10 people will cost $71.22 […]
In 2024, our approach to spending money reflects a significant shift towards a cashless society. This transition is a transformation in consumer behavior and business operations, and not just the mode of payment. At the center of this change is a simple observation: People tend to spend more when using cards as opposed to cash. […]