In a year where the stock market is performing strongly, investors are looking for strategies to efficiently rebalance their portfolios and also save on future taxes. One such strategy, tax-gain harvesting, involves strategically selling profitable assets from your brokerage account during lower-income years. These low-income years could include the early years of retirement or periods
As Amazon aims to enhance its revenue from the retail sector, the pressure is mounting due to high expectations from consumers. Research firm MoffettNathanson highlighted the need for the retail business to step up, especially as Amazon Web Services (AWS) has been a significant contributor to the company’s operating income. The analysts projected a substantial
The impending reauthorization deadline for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) by the end of September could cause major disruptions in the housing market. The need for this government-sponsored flood insurance program is crucial for homeowners, especially those situated in flood-prone areas. This could potentially affect the ability to buy or sell a home, as
The Russell 2000 index has experienced significant volatility recently, with a 4% drop in August following a 10.1% gain in July. The erratic movements can be attributed to the composition of the index, with Apollo Global estimating that 40% of the companies included have negative earnings. This has raised concerns among investors about the overall
Fans of the Dallas Mavericks and New Orleans Pelicans are in for a change as both teams are set to leave their regional sports networks owned by Diamond Sports. This shift comes at a crucial time as the NBA season is around the corner, with both franchises yet to announce where their local games will
The recent surge in the population of crypto millionaires around the world has been astonishing, with a whopping 95% increase in the past year alone. According to a report by New World Wealth and Henley & Partners, there are now 172,300 individuals globally who hold more than $1 million in crypto assets, as opposed to
The cost of attending college in the United States has reached alarming levels, with some institutions charging nearly six figures per year. According to data from The Princeton Review, several prestigious schools such as New York University, Tufts, Brown, Yale, and Washington University in St. Louis have sticker prices exceeding $90,000 for the 2024-25 academic
With the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision looming in September, investors are turning their attention towards dividend stocks as a sound investment strategy. Paul Baiocchi, the chief ETF strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors, believes that the Fed will ease rates, leading investors to move away from money markets and fixed income towards companies that may
Cava Group, a fast-casual restaurant brand, experienced a significant increase in shares by almost 6% in after-hours trading due to a strong earnings report. The company reported a profit of 17 cents per share, which exceeded expectations by 4 cents according to LSEG. Additionally, their revenue also surpassed estimates. This positive performance demonstrates Cava Group’s
During the Democratic National Convention, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz shared his personal experience with Social Security survivor benefits, highlighting how it helped his family after his father’s passing. The emotional story emphasizes the crucial role that these benefits play in supporting families during times of hardship, such as the loss of a parent. With approximately