World Economy Fault Lines Shift From Prices to Politics and Debt

(Bloomberg) — The global economy is heading toward year end with unexpected tailwinds as slowing inflation clears a path for an unlikely soft landing. But while the economics side of…

Fears of ‘False Start’ for Fed Leave Emerging Markets in Limbo

(Bloomberg) — Price action in some of the world’s most risk-sensitive assets is signaling concern that the Federal Reserve’s decision to begin lowering interest rates may have been premature —…

Commentary: One key issue neither presidential campaign is talking about enough

While seniors famously prefer for politicians to keep their hands off their Medicare, it should be more of a big deal on the campaign trail than it is. Sure, Kamala…

These Are the Best and Worst States for Mental Health Care in the U.S.

New research analyzed seven data points to reveal the worst states for mental health care. Texas topped the list as the worst state for mental health care for a second…

Is gold safer than U.S. Treasury bonds as federal debt keeps soaring?

Backed by the full faith and credit of the federal government, U.S. Treasuries bonds have long been viewed as the gold standard in safe investments. In times of uncertainty, economic…

Standing More May Not Offset Effects of Sitting, Could Cause Circulatory Issues

Sitting and sedentary behavior are linked to a higher risk of many health conditions, including cardiovascular disease. Standing isn’t enough to offset the negative health effects of a sedentary lifestyle,…

FTC Finalizes “Click-to-Cancel” Rule

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized amendments to the Negative Option Rule, now retitled the “Rule Concerning Recurring Subscriptions and Other Negative Option Programs“ (“Rule”), which represents a significant…

First drive: Lamborghini Urus SE hybrid is a dynamic, and green, super SUV

Sexy new Lamborghini exterior? Check. Throaty, twin-turbo V8? Check. Hybrid powertrain capable of 38 miles of all-electric range? Um… sure? Check. Welcome to the new Urus SE, starting at (gulp)…

Takeaways from AP’s reporting on how Arizona voters view the economy with the election close at hand

MESA, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona economy by many measures is flourishing, but it doesn't feel that way for a lot of voters in the presidential battleground state as they…

It’s time to wake up to retirement realities

Listen and subscribe to Opening Bid on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you find your favorite podcasts. It’s time for families to get serious about the coming retirement and wealth…