Former Illinois Governor Jim Edgar has passed away at 79 after battling pancreatic cancer. Celebrated for his fiscal reforms and integrity, he leaves behind a legacy of stability in Illinois politics.
France is on the edge of a political crisis as President Macron's government faces a crucial confidence vote that could lead to another prime minister's resignation. With rising borrowing costs and pressing economic challenges, the nation's financial stability hangs in the balance.
Robinhood Markets is officially joining the S&P 500, marking its transition from a pandemic trading app to a significant player in U.S. finance. This inclusion is expected to boost stock demand and reflects the company's growing credibility among institutional investors.
Meet Sandy McConnell, an 80-year-old accounts receivable specialist, who exemplifies the growing trend of seniors working well into their 80s. With financial challenges and a desire for purpose, many older Americans are redefining retirement.
The Federal Reserve has proposed easing key capital rules that could empower banks to operate more flexibly, despite dissent from some officials concerned about potential risks to financial stability.
Bitcoin continues its unprecedented rally, hitting a new record high of over $111,000. Driven by optimism around U.S. regulation and institutional interest, the cryptocurrency’s rise defies stock market trends.
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has ended its mortgage-rescue program, leaving thousands of veterans at risk of foreclosure. Critics warn this decision could lead to widespread home losses among military families.
In a week of cautious optimism, global leaders at the IMF and World Bank meetings express relief as the U.S. dollar remains stable despite Trump's inward-focused policies. Can we trust the U.S. economy's future?
In a pivotal speech, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent advocates for significant reforms at the IMF and World Bank, emphasizing the need to refocus on their core missions amid rising concerns about U.S. withdrawal from these institutions.
In a major banking move, the Federal Reserve has approved Capital One's merger with Discover. This comes alongside a $100 million fine for Discover's past interchange fee overcharges and a commitment to customer repayments.
