Summary: Stock market closed on Good Friday and 9 other holidays in 2025 and 2026.
From Yahoo Finance: 2024-03-25 17:02:00 In 2025, Wall Street observes 10 holidays and 3 early closures, aligning with federal and
Category: Finance
Binance executive escapes Nigerian custody amid new tax charges, facing legal troubles
From CNBC: One of two Binance executives detained in Nigeria has escaped custody while the Nigerian government files new tax
Private equity deals in Asia fell to lowest since 2014, but Japan saw 183% increase.
From CNBC: The total value of private equity deals in Asia Pacific fell to its lowest since 2014, with Japan
Roundhill Investments launching funds focused on tech giants and weight loss drugs
From CNBC: A major ETF provider is launching funds focusing on tech giants and weight loss drugs. Roundhill Investments prepares
Gray divorce is on the rise, with financial implications impacting women disproportionately
From CNBC: Gray divorce, or divorce at age 50 and older, has increased significantly over the past decades. In 2019,
Anthropic attracting investors, excluding Saudi Arabia, raising $7 billion, valued at $18.4 billion
From CNBC: Sovereign wealth funds are vying for a stake in Anthropic, a rival to OpenAI. Saudi Arabia is excluded
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia glitch allows customers to withdraw over $40 million, causing chaos
From CNBC: A glitch at the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia allowed customers to withdraw over $40 million, causing chaos over
Job seekers should watch out for phantom job listings and recruitment challenges to navigate the market.
From CNBC: Amid a tough job market, watch out for “ghost” jobs – phantom listings or long-unfilled positions. Career experts
Immigration boosting U.S. economy, leading to increased GDP and strong labor market.
From CNBC: Influx of immigration boosts U.S. economy, according to JPMorgan’s Joyce Chang. Federal Reserve raises U.S. GDP growth projection
US Congress is focused on American capital fueling China's military and advanced tech sectors
From CNBC: 2024-03-20 19:16:10 The U.S. Congress is laser-focused on how American capital has funded China’s military development, pushing for
Fed raises GDP and inflation outlook, plans for 3 rate cuts in 2024
From CNBC: Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell testifies at a Senate hearing, revealing plans for three interest rate cuts in
Federal Reserve keeps interest rates steady, hints at three rate cuts in 2025
From CNBC.: The Federal Reserve decided to keep interest rates steady and hinted at multiple cuts in 2024. The current
Bank of England likely to maintain interest rates, but potential for cuts due to falling inflation
From CNBC: 2024-03-20 08:56:39 The Bank of England expected to maintain 5.25% interest rate amidst economic slowdown. Inflation drops to
Growing trade tensions between EU and China due to manufacturing oversupply concerns, posing risks for businesses.
From CNBC: 2024-03-19 21:00:01 A photovoltaic module company in Hefei, Anhui province, on Feb. 20, 2024. Trade tensions between Europe
Lack of M&A activity in banking sector raises concerns about potential vulnerabilities
From CNBC: 2024-03-19 18:13:09 Hundreds of smaller banks face challenges after the collapse of three regional lenders in March 2023.
Federal Reserve expected to maintain patient approach on rate cuts, with market expecting three cuts.
From CNBC: Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell testified before the House Financial Services Committee, focusing on monetary policy outlook. The
Hindenburg Research targets fraud in high-profile companies, sparking controversy and investigations.
From CNBC: Nate Anderson of Hindenburg Research exposes corporate fraud and ponzi schemes, targeting high-profile companies, billionaires, and leading the
Interest rate cuts unlikely due to strong economy, yields climbing to four-month high
From CNBC: The window for interest rate cuts may be closing as Wall Street forecaster Jim Bianco predicts the Federal
Investing early and using target-date funds or index funds are recommended for newbies
From CNBC: Investing can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. Financial experts recommend starting early to benefit from
Bitcoin becoming less volatile due to new ETFs, driving a 50% value increase
From CNBC: Bitcoin is becoming less volatile, with price swings decreasing over the past decade. Bitwise Asset Management’s Matt Hougan
Bitcoin drops from $72,000 to $67,000 in overnight trading, showing volatility
From CNBC: Bitcoin took a sharp plunge from over $72,000 to $67,000 in overnight trading, proving its volatility. Despite this,
Biden proposes a 25% wealth tax on Americans with over $100 million
From CNBC: Calls for a wealth tax on the super-rich are growing, with President Biden pushing a 25% tax on