Tag: rates
Don’t Cap Credit Card Interest Rates
A New Perspective on Credit Card Interest Rate Caps There is a growing proposal to cap credit card…
Savings interest rates today, February 22, 2025 (best account provides 4.50% APY)
In late 2024, the Federal Reserve made the decision to cut its target rate three times. This move…
Restricting flavored e-cigarettes cuts vaping rates but raises smoking rates for young adults, study finds
Vaping has become a popular alternative to traditional cigarettes in recent years, especially among young adults. Flavored electronic…
CD rates today, February 9, 2025 (up to 4.40% APY)
When it comes to finding the best CD rates, it's important to shop around and compare offers from…
Death rates remain higher than expected post-pandemic
New research conducted by the University of Minnesota has revealed alarming trends in early adult mortality in the…
Fed’s Powell has had no contact with Trump after president said he’ll demand rates drop
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell made it clear on Wednesday that he has not had any communication with…
Oil prices, interest rates and war
President Trump Urges OPEC to Lower Oil Prices and Calls for Lower Interest Rates According to a recent…
abortion pill, the FDA’s DEI, overdose rates study
This stark disparity highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Black Americans in accessing and receiving adequate care for…
Financial rewards significantly increase smoking cessation rates, even in pregnancy
Financial rewards and incentives have been proven to be effective methods in helping people quit smoking, as highlighted…
Health Care Inc.: DOJ’s Kanter interview, Medicare Advantage rates
The Health Care Inc newsletter from STAT provides valuable insights into the healthcare industry, especially during events like…
Manchester United receive worst grade as Liverpool great Jamie Carragher rates every Premier League club in mid-season report
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has recently provided a mid-season report card for Premier League clubs, giving Manchester…
If interest rates stay ‘higher for longer,’ the winners are those with cash accounts
The Federal Reserve's recent forecast of a slower pace of interest rate cuts has left many people feeling…