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Record US Holiday Spending Amidst Rising Consumer Debt
US holiday spending is projected to reach a record $979.5 billion to $989 billion despite record-high credit card debt, with 36% of consumers incurring an average of $1,181 in debt this season, driven by high prices and inflation.
Record US Holiday Spending Amidst Rising Consumer Debt
US holiday spending is projected to reach a record $979.5 billion to $989 billion despite record-high credit card debt, with 36% of consumers incurring an average of $1,181 in debt this season, driven by high prices and inflation.
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40% Bias Score
Holiday Debt Rises Despite Decrease from 2022
A LendingTree survey reveals that 36% of American consumers incurred holiday debt averaging \$1,181 this season, exceeding 2023 but below 2022 levels; higher inflation and unexpected debt impacted consumers, particularly parents, millennials, and those earning \$30,000-\$49,999.
Holiday Debt Rises Despite Decrease from 2022
A LendingTree survey reveals that 36% of American consumers incurred holiday debt averaging \$1,181 this season, exceeding 2023 but below 2022 levels; higher inflation and unexpected debt impacted consumers, particularly parents, millennials, and those earning \$30,000-\$49,999.
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32% Bias Score
Trump's Tariffs Threaten US Economy, Port of Los Angeles
President-elect Trump's proposed tariffs on Chinese goods are causing concern among business leaders and trade experts due to potential negative impacts on the US economy, particularly affecting the Port of Los Angeles, which handles \$400 billion in goods annually and supports nearly 3.1 million jo...
Trump's Tariffs Threaten US Economy, Port of Los Angeles
President-elect Trump's proposed tariffs on Chinese goods are causing concern among business leaders and trade experts due to potential negative impacts on the US economy, particularly affecting the Port of Los Angeles, which handles \$400 billion in goods annually and supports nearly 3.1 million jo...
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48% Bias Score
US Household Debt Reaches \$17.94 Trillion: Strategies for Avoiding Further Debt
US household debt has hit \$17.94 trillion, prompting a need for effective debt management strategies including budgeting, emergency funds, and responsible credit card use to improve financial stability.
US Household Debt Reaches \$17.94 Trillion: Strategies for Avoiding Further Debt
US household debt has hit \$17.94 trillion, prompting a need for effective debt management strategies including budgeting, emergency funds, and responsible credit card use to improve financial stability.
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24% Bias Score
30-Year Mortgage Rate Hits Highest Level Since Mid-July at 6.85%
The average U.S. 30-year mortgage rate rose to 6.85% this week, its highest level since mid-July, driven by increased bond yields and the Federal Reserve's revised rate cut forecast, impacting the already-sluggish housing market.
30-Year Mortgage Rate Hits Highest Level Since Mid-July at 6.85%
The average U.S. 30-year mortgage rate rose to 6.85% this week, its highest level since mid-July, driven by increased bond yields and the Federal Reserve's revised rate cut forecast, impacting the already-sluggish housing market.
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48% Bias Score
US Consumer Confidence Falls Amid Tariff Concerns
US consumer confidence fell to 104.7 in December 2024 from 112.8 in November, below market expectations of 113.5, driven by concerns over President-elect Trump's planned tariffs and their potential impact on the cost of living, with 46 percent of consumers expecting higher prices.
US Consumer Confidence Falls Amid Tariff Concerns
US consumer confidence fell to 104.7 in December 2024 from 112.8 in November, below market expectations of 113.5, driven by concerns over President-elect Trump's planned tariffs and their potential impact on the cost of living, with 46 percent of consumers expecting higher prices.
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40% Bias Score
U.S. Home Prices Climb Despite High Mortgage Rates
Despite high mortgage rates, median home prices rose 5.8% in the 50 largest U.S. cities through November 2024, with Anaheim, California, leading at 12.5%, driven by limited housing supply and proximity to Los Angeles; similar trends occurred near New York City and in other areas.
U.S. Home Prices Climb Despite High Mortgage Rates
Despite high mortgage rates, median home prices rose 5.8% in the 50 largest U.S. cities through November 2024, with Anaheim, California, leading at 12.5%, driven by limited housing supply and proximity to Los Angeles; similar trends occurred near New York City and in other areas.
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36% Bias Score
Five TFSA Investment Strategies for 2025
Five TFSA investment strategies for 2025 are presented, ranging from all-equity ETFs (high risk/return) to low-volatility ETFs, one-year GICs (low risk/return), utility stocks (moderate risk/return), and US dollar investments (currency risk).
Five TFSA Investment Strategies for 2025
Five TFSA investment strategies for 2025 are presented, ranging from all-equity ETFs (high risk/return) to low-volatility ETFs, one-year GICs (low risk/return), utility stocks (moderate risk/return), and US dollar investments (currency risk).
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36% Bias Score
S&P 500 Soars 24.3% in 2024 Amidst Record High Office Vacancies
The S&P 500 index reached record highs in 2024, rising 24.3% due to Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and investor optimism following Donald Trump's election; however, high office vacancy rates signal potential economic shifts.
S&P 500 Soars 24.3% in 2024 Amidst Record High Office Vacancies
The S&P 500 index reached record highs in 2024, rising 24.3% due to Federal Reserve interest rate cuts and investor optimism following Donald Trump's election; however, high office vacancy rates signal potential economic shifts.
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U.S. Holiday Spending Surges Despite High Interest Rates
Mastercard SpendingPulse data reveals a 3.8% increase in U.S. retail sales from November 1st to December 24th, 2024, compared to the same period in 2023, exceeding expectations and driven by online shopping and a search for value.
U.S. Holiday Spending Surges Despite High Interest Rates
Mastercard SpendingPulse data reveals a 3.8% increase in U.S. retail sales from November 1st to December 24th, 2024, compared to the same period in 2023, exceeding expectations and driven by online shopping and a search for value.
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40% Bias Score
U.S. Economic Resilience and 2025 Job Market Outlook
The U.S. economy exhibited resilience in 2024, with real GDP growth at approximately 3% in the last two quarters, wage growth outpacing inflation, and low unemployment; however, uncertainty remains regarding 2025 hiring demand.
U.S. Economic Resilience and 2025 Job Market Outlook
The U.S. economy exhibited resilience in 2024, with real GDP growth at approximately 3% in the last two quarters, wage growth outpacing inflation, and low unemployment; however, uncertainty remains regarding 2025 hiring demand.
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24% Bias Score
Potential Elimination of $7,500 EV Tax Credit Creates Buying Opportunity
President-elect Trump's potential elimination of the $7,500 federal electric vehicle tax credit, possibly retroactive to January 1st, 2025, combined with high EV inventories and attractive automaker incentives, creates a favorable buying opportunity for consumers, but risks harming legacy automakers...
Potential Elimination of $7,500 EV Tax Credit Creates Buying Opportunity
President-elect Trump's potential elimination of the $7,500 federal electric vehicle tax credit, possibly retroactive to January 1st, 2025, combined with high EV inventories and attractive automaker incentives, creates a favorable buying opportunity for consumers, but risks harming legacy automakers...
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40% Bias Score
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