economy
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No, New Stimulus Checks Are Not Being Sent by the IRS; Here's What Those "November Payments" Actually Are
Many Americans are asking as the Christmas season draws near: Will there be another government stimulus payout this year? With rumors circulating online and government officials implying additional refunds, it's important to sort reality from fiction.
By Raviha Imran3 months ago in Trader
When “Convenience” Costs You Twice
The first red flag is always confusion. A man walks into a city office to pay for his vehicle tags, does what he has been told is “responsible,” uses his debit card, and notices an extra charge. Another neighbor sees a fee stacked on a utility bill. A donor is asked to “help cover processing costs” for an online charity gift. A restaurant adds a small percentage at the bottom of the ticket if a card is used.
By Dr. Mozelle Martin3 months ago in Trader
Musk: A Millionaire, A Billionaire, Now A Potential Trillionaire.
What can one say about Elon Musk that has not already been written? A billionaire of our time, one amongst many, but Musk's name stands out above all. The owner of the successful Tesla car company, owner of a satellite company, SpaceX, in which Musk one day wants to settle on Mars and even die there. Some have even wondered if he is a Martian, and he hasn't exactly denied it. We have seen Musk venture into politics. When he was briefly the Head of Doge, he ensured money wasn't wasted in government. On such things as promoting the LGBTQ agenda and worthless things that aggravate the right and many ordinary folk.
By Nicholas Bishop3 months ago in Trader
Today's Stock Market: Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Fall on Job Data and Valuation Fears
Strong corporate profits, excitement about artificial intelligence (AI) disruption, and expectations of monetary easing by the Federal Reserve have all contributed to the U.S. stock market's weeks-long surge of confidence. But this week, the tone shifted. As new data and valuation concerns emerged, the indices reversed course. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all fell, indicating that markets may be entering a more unstable period.
By Raviha Imran3 months ago in Trader
10 Stocks that Transformed my Portfolio in 2025
Choosing the right stocks for long term investment can make or break your portfolio. Here are my top 10 long hold stock picks of 2025, carefully selected based on analysis, promising growth indicators, and my own personal experience. This handout provides an overview of each stock featuring its ticker symbol, sector, and annual profit, as well as highlighting key factors that make them attractive investment opportunities. When I bought some of these stocks, it really boosted my portfolio's performance. I wish I had started investing with a core portfolio of some of these stocks. You can start by choosing one or several to focus on. Many exchanges also have fractional trading which allows smaller monetary contributions (you can invest a fixed dollar amount instead of the price of the stock, like investing $5 or $50 into a $200 stock). I hope this is helpful, I am available for questions and QuickConsults. Thanks for reading!
By Jenna in the Stars3 months ago in Trader
AMD Q3 2025 Earnings: Revenue Exceeds Estimates; AI and Data Center Growth Highlighted
AMD's third-quarter 2025 statistics were solid on the surface. Revenue totaled $9.25 billion, with adjusted profits per share (EPS) of $1.20, above Wall Street's expectations of $8.76 billion in revenue and $1.17 EPS. The firm had widespread expansion in its key CPU and GPU sectors. Despite the beat, the price fell, indicating that excellent performance may no longer be enough to alleviate investor concerns about margins, valuation, and the future of its AI division.
By Raviha Imran3 months ago in Trader
Understanding TRN and How to Obtain It in the UAE. AI-Generated.
In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Tax Registration Number (TRN) is a unique identifier issued to businesses and entities registered under the UAE’s Value Added Tax (VAT) system. Introduced in January 2018, VAT is a consumption tax levied on most goods and services at a standard rate of 5%. For businesses operating in the UAE, obtaining a TRN is essential for VAT compliance and participation in the tax system.
By Alpha Auditing and Accounting Firm UAE3 months ago in Trader
Expanding Access to Nvidia's Next-Gen Chips, Microsoft Signs $9.7 Billion AI Cloud Contract With IREN
Microsoft is investing heavily in artificial intelligence, which few other corporations can match. The IT powerhouse has struck a $9.7 billion multi-year arrangement with IREN, one of Australia's major data center operators, in what is being viewed as one of the most important AI infrastructure transactions ever revealed.
By Raviha Imran3 months ago in Trader
Stock Market Today: Fed Outlook and AI Hype Drive Sentiment as Wall Street Rises to Begin November
As dawn set on November's first trading day, a cautious optimism spread over Wall Street. Futures for the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all rose, pointing to another solid session. After a difficult year of inflation fears, rate-cut murmurs, and unending conjecture about artificial intelligence, investors were eager to trust that the good times would finally last.
By Raviha Imran3 months ago in Trader
