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The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate on September 16, 2026, for the first time in more than three years. The 25-basis-point increase brought the federal funds target range to 3.75%–4.00%, and it landed with a 12-0 unanimous vote from the Federal Open Market Committee. The hike is also notable for being the first…

Key Points Enterprise Products Partners has a 5.7% yield and a 28-year distribution streak. Enbridge has a 5.8% yield and a 31-year dividend streak. Energy Transfer offers a 6.3% yield but requires a bit more investor trust. Artificial intelligence (AI) is really just a fancy computer program. While much of the news focuses on the…

By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER, AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — About six weeks ago, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh announced that a divided central bank was keeping its key interest rate unchanged. But on Wednesday, the Fed’s rate-setting committee unanimously agreed to a rate hike, and nearly all policymakers signaled that a second increase later this…

Working in retirement feels like a smart move until Social Security starts withholding your checks. Before you accept that part-time gig, there are earnings rules that could quietly drain your monthly benefits. This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive compensation for actions taken through them. You’ll often…

On September 18, 2026, the Bank of Japan raised its policy interest rate to 1.25%. This 0.25% hike brings it to a level not seen in about 31 years, since 1995. The news was filled with the phrase “first time in 31 years.” However, I don’t think that’s what people with variable-rate mortgages really want…

The Surge in Digital Gold According to the report, digital gold buying held steady from June to August, averaging around Rs 2500 crore per month. While monthly purchases were stable over the period, demand was significantly higher than a year earlier; purchases in August 2026 were up 110 per cent year-on-year compared to August 2025.…

Is Teladoc profitable? Teladoc’s business is not currently profitable. The company recorded a net loss of roughly $200.3 million on sales of $2.53 billion in 2025. Sales were down roughly 2% annually, but the company’s net loss narrowed from roughly $1 billion in 2024. On the other hand, the company did record operating cash flow…

Scott Bessent and He Lifeng meet in New York for US-China talks ahead of the Trump-Xi meeting later this week. Published On 20 Sep 202620 Sep 2026 Top economic officials from China and the United States have begun talks in New York City aimed at clearing the way for possible agreements on trade, artificial intelligence…

The transition toward renewable energy is creating massive opportunities for infrastructure providers. Eos Energy Enterprises (NASDAQ:EOSE) and GE Vernova (NYSE:GEV) represent two distinct ways to play this trend in 2026. Eos focuses on specialized zinc-based batteries for long-duration energy storage. GE Vernova is a diversified giant that services a massive portion of the world’s electricity…

After months of wild swings, the 2027 Social Security COLA forecast has finally narrowed to a tight range, but one more inflation report stands between retirees and the official number, and it could still move the final figure in either… This post may contain links from our sponsors and affiliates, and Flywheel Publishing may receive…