Economic Trends
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11 Most Expensive ZIP Codes: 2024
By Michael S. FischerThe median home in these neighborhoods sells for $4.3 million or more, according to PropertyShark.
October 10, 2024
Social Security's 2025 COLA Helps, but Seniors Still Face Cost-of-Living CrisisOne analyst observes that the 2.5% monthly benefit increase, while welcome, won't even cover a week of groceries.
October 10, 2024
Social Security COLA for 2025 Set at 2.5%The annual COLA is based on inflation data for the third quarter, through September.
October 09, 2024
'Dr. Doom' Warns of Stagflation Shock if Trump WinsTrump's proposals threaten to slow down the economy and spur inflation, Nouriel Roubini says.
October 09, 2024
Wall Street Salaries Fall Further From Pandemic HeightsThe 5.2% drop on the prior year was largely due to smaller bonuses, which were $176,500 on average.
October 09, 2024
20 Worst-Paying College Majors: 2024There's more to picking a career than money, but it's important for students to choose with open eyes.
October 08, 2024
Jeremy Siegel Says S&P Could Hit 6,000 in 2024But returns will likely be more subdued in 2025, the economist says.
October 04, 2024
El-Erian Warns Fed After Jobs Data: 'Inflation Is Not Dead'His comments came after Friday's job data blew away estimates, triggering a jump in U.S. stocks and bond yields.