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What Makes Gold A Compelling Global Investment?

Feb 17, 2023 Gold is one of the earliest traded commodities in human history. Gold was common among royals and wealthy families for thousands of years. However, over the years, it has become one of the popular ways to invest your hard-earned money. Investing in gold is easier said than done. You may encounter several


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Top 6 Ways Students Can Use VPN to Their Benefit

Guest Post | Feb 17, 2023 Today, students have access to a wide variety of technologies, sites, apps, and tools that aim to make their lives better. But, while some tools are already widely-used, there are some that most students still don’t use to their benefit. And one of them is VPN. If you are


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Economists still worry recession could be on the way. But here's how a soft landing may still be possible

The path to lower inflation may not be a straight line, according to economists. Here's why the Fed's efforts to curb high costs may lead to a recession.

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Amid persistent inflation, 54% of Americans are using savings to pay for everyday expenses

It's getting harder for Americans to make ends meet without dipping into their cash reserves, a new report finds.

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Medicare expenses in retirement could top $383,000 for a couple with high drug costs, study finds

The amount you spend on health care in retirement depends at least partly on how you choose to supplement your basic Medicare coverage.

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Microsoft’s AI Chatbot is an Emotionally Manipulative Liar (and some people love it)

The Verge | James Vincent | Feb 15, 2023 Microsoft’s Bing chatbot has been unleashed on the world, and people are discovering what it means to beta test an unpredictable AI tool. Users have been reporting all sorts of ‘unhinged’ behavior from Microsoft’s AI chatbot. In one conversation with The Verge, Bing even claimed it


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IRS commissioner nominee to 'ensure that America's highest earners comply with tax laws.' Here are the key takeaways from Senate hearing

Daniel Werfel, President Joe Biden's nominee to lead the IRS, answered questions before the Senate Finance Committee this week. Here's what to know.

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Equitable Bank Acquires Concentra and Will Become Canada’s 7th Largest Bank

Investment Executive | Staff | Feb 8, 2023 Toronto-based Equitable Group Inc. says it has agreed to acquire digital rival Concentra for $470 million, a move that will make it Canada’s seventh-largest bank.The acquisition would result in Canada’s seventh-largest bank Equitable is buying SaskCentral’s 84% equity interest in Concentra and has support agreements from Concerta


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India stock markets have been volatile. Analysts say these sectors are worth watching

India is set to pump up its capital expenditure in hopes to grow its economy, and analysts are suggesting now's the time to invest in these sectors.

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How to pay 0% capital gains taxes with a six-figure income in 2023

There are higher taxable income thresholds for the 0%, 15% and 20% long-term capital gains brackets for 2023. Here's what to know.

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Apprenticeship programs are becoming more popular as an alternative to college

Some experts say the value of a bachelor’s degree is fading and more emphasis should be directed toward career training.

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Watch Charlie Munger speak at the Daily Journal annual meeting

Charlie Munger, a shareholder and board member for the Daily Journal, will speak at the organization's annual meeting on Wednesday.

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OpEd: Should the Canadian Government Fund VC?

Rags to Riches | Vass Bednar | Feb 15, 2023 The market’s reality check is a welcome forcing function to rethink venture funding in Canada. A little while ago - all in one week - jobs cuts were announced at Lightspeed Commerce Inc., Clutch, Hootsuite, Thinkific Labs Inc. and Clearco. For the latter two, it


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Elder financial fraud is a $3 billion-a-year problem. This bill in Congress aims to help prevent it

The measure, which cleared the House last month and awaits action in the Senate, lets investment companies postpone redemptions if exploitation is suspected.

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Research: Which UK Bank Customers are Most at Risk of Fraud?

YourMoney | John Fitzsimons | Feb 7, 2023 Banks are missing basic online and app protections, which are exposing users to a greater risk of fraud, a consumer watchdog has revealed. Consumer champion Which? and Red Maple Technologies, a security firm, tested the customer-facing security systems of 13 bank account providers at the end of


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