Tag #Economy

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Greek Golden Visa Program Sees Shift in Investment Patterns

Astons identifies three new investment trends in Greece's Golden Visa program: regional properties, repurposed buildings offering lower investment thresholds, and luxury properties in prime locations. Concerns exist regarding potential market distortions in regional areas, while a surge in applicati...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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SoFi Exceeds Q3 Expectations Amidst Analyst Uncertainty

SoFi, a financial services platform, exceeded Q3 2024 revenue and earnings expectations, reporting $697 million in revenue and 5 cents GAAP EPS, while its customer count grew by a third to over 10 million; however, its stock price, at $18.10, remains below its peak, and analysts have mixed views on ...

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Inflation and the Case for a Gold Standard

The article analyzes the causes of US inflation, contrasting the current system with the historical gold standard, arguing that a return to the gold standard is the only viable solution to control inflation.

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Russian Vegetable Prices Surge Amidst Harvest Shortfall

In 2024, potato prices in Russia skyrocketed by 92%, onions by 48.2%, and cabbage by 44.7%, due to a low harvest resulting from unfavorable weather and reduced planting areas caused by low profitability in previous years; however, buckwheat prices dropped by 15% and eggs by 11.16%.

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Zero Hunger
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Tesla's Updated Model Y: Price Hike, New Features, and Global Recall

Tesla launched a new, more expensive Model Y with standard autonomous driving, priced at $59,990 in the US, but sales have dropped in 2024 due to global EV demand and competition; a recall of over 1.2 million vehicles in China due to software issues affecting the rearview camera adds further concern...

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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FWU Liquidation: 110,000 Italian Clients Affected

FWU, a German insurance company with over 110,000 Italian clients, has failed its restructuring plan, prompting Luxembourg's supervisory authority to seek its liquidation; client funds, though held by a third-party bank, are currently inaccessible.

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No Poverty
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Act Now: Lock in Low Home Equity Loan Rates Before Fed Meeting

Homeowners can benefit from securing a home equity loan now due to relatively low interest rates (8.57% for a 15-year loan) before potential rate hikes following the January Federal Reserve meeting; the average homeowner has $320,000 in equity.

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Marriage vs. Domestic Partnership: Weighing Financial and Legal Ramifications

Marriage versus domestic partnership: A couple weighs tax implications, estate planning, inheritance, health insurance, Social Security benefits, asset/debt treatment, and legal proceedings before deciding.

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Great Flattening Trend" Reshapes US Workplaces

U.S. companies are eliminating middle management layers ("The Great Flattening Trend") to cut costs and boost efficiency, impacting employee morale and professional development, with mixed results reported by companies like Bayer and Novartis, and differing opinions among experts.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Regent's Park Mansion Sells for £139 Million, Raising Transparency Concerns

A 40-bedroom mansion in Regent's Park, formerly owned by Prince Khaled bin Sultan al-Saud, has sold for approximately £139 million to a UK subsidiary of Zedra, a corporate services firm, despite efforts to increase transparency in offshore property ownership; the ultimate beneficial owner remains un...

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US Existing Home Sales Plunge to Near Three-Decade Low in 2024

US existing home sales in 2024 fell to 4.06 million, the lowest since 1995, driven by high home prices (median $407,500) and mortgage rates (peaking at 7.22%), despite a slight December rise; a housing shortage of 3.7 million units and the 'lock-in effect' further constrain the market.

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US Existing Home Sales Plunge to Near 30-Year Low

US existing home sales in 2024 hit a near three-decade low of 4.06 million due to record-high home prices ($407,500 median) and elevated mortgage rates (peaking at 7.22%), although December saw a slight increase, and experts predict continued challenges in 2025.

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