Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris have both expressed support for eliminating taxes on tips for service and hospitality workers. This idea has generated mixed reactions from policy experts, with some criticizing the potential consequences of such a policy change. Harris recently voiced her support for tax-free tips during a rally in
The Federal Reserve’s potential interest rate cut has caused a waiting game among homeowners in the housing market, affecting major projects that require financing. The Chief Financial Officer of Home Depot, Richard McPhail, mentioned that many homeowners are postponing moving into new houses or starting projects due to the anticipation of lower interest rates in
Homeowners across the United States are currently in possession of an impressive $17 trillion in equity, a figure that has significantly increased from previous years. This substantial equity growth translates to an average homeowner gaining $28,000 more in equity compared to the previous year. Despite this wealth tied up in home equity, many homeowners are
Brian Niccol’s appointment as Starbucks’ new chief executive and chair has garnered significant attention from Wall Street investors and analysts. It is widely believed that Niccol’s extensive experience in the restaurant industry makes him the right choice to lead Starbucks into a new era, beyond the long-standing influence of former CEO Howard Schultz. As Starbucks
Home Depot recently released its quarterly earnings report, exceeding expectations but predicting weaker sales in the second half of the year due to high interest rates and consumer uncertainty. This article will delve into the implications of this outlook on the home improvement retailer. Challenges in Forecasting Sales Home Depot now anticipates a 3% to
HelloFresh, a German meal kit firm, recently released its second-quarter earnings report which surpassed analysts’ expectations. The company reported an adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization of 146.4 million euros for the three months ended June 30. This figure, although down from the previous year, was higher than the forecasted 123 million euros.
The ongoing Murdoch family feud unfolding in a Nevada court sheds light on the state’s growing reputation as a global hub for family trusts and a favorable destination for some of the world’s wealthiest individuals. Recent legal industry rankings have placed Nevada at the pinnacle among states in the United States specializing in asset-protection trusts,
The recent stock-market selloff, sparked by recession fears, has painted a bleak picture of the U.S. economy. The S&P 500 index’s 3% loss on Monday, its worst in almost two years, signals that investors are cautious about the future. Weaker-than-expected job data has fueled concerns that the U.S. economy may not be on stable ground.
The Social Security Administration is facing a crisis with a “record-breaking backlog” of open cases, which has led to approximately $1.1 billion in projected improper payments to beneficiaries. According to a new report from the Social Security Administration Office of the Inspector General, the backlog of pending actions has climbed to an all-time high of
The recent news of Blink Fitness, a budget-friendly gym chain owned by luxury fitness company Equinox Group, filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection has sent shockwaves through the fitness industry. With over 100 centers in the U.S., Blink Fitness is now facing the same fate as other well-known gym chains such as New York Sports