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The dollar is the most decentralized currency on the planet >> because we got cash and a lot of people use that cash. >> We have cash. A lot of people do cash and also lots of third parties that exist outside the Federal Reserve banking system issue dollars.Lots of people contract in dollars. This is all a source of dollar demand. When a foreign bank that's not under the jurisdiction of the of the Federal Reserve issues a dollar-based loan, what it's doing is it's issuing what we know as Euro dollars.And wh ...

Energy Consumption & Cost Reduction - High heat leads to increased utility prices as Americans use more air conditioning [1] - Closing curtains, shutters, or blinds during the hottest part of the day can immediately lower utility bills [2] - Ensuring ceiling fans are running counterclockwise can help cool a room, and adding them to bedrooms can be beneficial [3] - Replacing HVAC filters regularly (monthly to quarterly) improves air conditioner efficiency [4] - Energy Star rated appliances are more efficient and can save money over time [5] Appliance Management - Heating and cooling are the largest electricity users in a home [6] - If an appliance is halfway through its useful life (e g 8 years out of 15) and repair costs are half the replacement cost, replacement is recommended [7] Home Improvement & Maintenance - Homeowners should check for federal or state rebates for window and insulation upgrades [8] - Sealing windows and doors to prevent drafts is important in both winter and summer [9] - Trimming landscaping around the air conditioning unit ensures good airflow, improving efficiency [11][12] - Programmable thermostats can help manage energy usage by automatically adjusting temperature settings [13]

Industry Trend - AI is poised to democratize access to personalized wellness services, making them available to a broader population at a significantly lower cost [1] - AI and AI-powered products are expected to substantially reduce the cost of wellness-related offerings, particularly those delivered digitally [2] Wellness Service - Currently, luxury wellness includes services like wellness coaches and personal trainers, which are expensive and accessible only to a small fraction of the population [1]

So Mark, if you're in the Safe Plan right now, what is going to happen to your loans. >> Well, starting August 1st, they will start acrewing interest and that interest will be added to your loan balance. It won't be capitalized just yet, but uh you'll be in a general forbearance for at least another month, but you should consider switching into the incomebased repayment plan so that those monthly payments count towards eventual forgiveness. >> So, you you said you should expect to be in the forbearance peri ...

lower borrowing limits, fewer repayment options, and a longer road to forgiveness. That's what's in store for federal student loan borrowers now that Trump's big, beautiful bill was signed into law on July 4th. The bill completely overhauls federal student loans.For one thing, instead of dozens of confusing repayment plans, we are now down to just two, a standard plan and one tied to your income. Right now, low earners can pay as little as $0 a month. But under the new plan, everyone pays at least $10 a mon ...

Starting this fall, roughly half a million people who've been collecting their social security checks via mail are in for a change. Payments are set to go fully electronic starting September 30th. Joining me now with more, senior columnist Carrie Hannon.So Carrie, what's behind this change. I mean, probably a good idea. We're getting a little more technologically advanced here.Yeah, exactly, Ally. The This is something that the Social Security Administration has been talking about for decades. I'm not makin ...

Central Bank Independence & Market Stability - Central bank independence is crucial for global investor confidence [2] - Political interference with the central bank injects chaos into the financial system [2][3] - Political meddling increases market unpredictability and volatility [3] - Protecting the Fed's independence safeguards capital flow and inflation expectations [4] Potential Risks of Political Influence - Threats to the Fed's chair signal a desire for control, not just policy change [2] - The market's faith in long-term stability crumbles if the Fed becomes a political tool [2] - Interest rates risk becoming campaign tools, and inflation targets could be manipulated [2] - Investors must factor in a new kind of risk when political influence over the Fed increases [2] Implications of Eroding Independence - Markets become unpredictable and volatile when politicians meddle with the central bank [3] - Eroding independence poses a giant red flag for anyone with investments [4]

Another close here, David. Another close. Green all over the screen.Uh, David, I was just talking to Lou about this. Look ahead. We just keep kind of melting up here.David, what are your expectations. You know, unfortunately, I think the market right now is probably getting a little bit overextended. When I look at our valuations, the market overall is trading at about a 2 to 3% premium to a composite of our fair values.Yeah, we cover over 700 stocks that trade on US exchanges. So, we compare our intrinsic ...

Krispy Kreme, GoPro, Opendoor and Kohl's are some of the names moving as part of the ongoing meme stock rally. Yahoo Finance breaks down the latest interest and meme stocks and risks for investors. #youtube #meme #investing About Yahoo Finance: Yahoo Finance provides free stock ticker data, up-to-date news, portfolio management resources, comprehensive market data, advanced tools, and more information to help you manage your financial life. - Get the latest news and data at finance.yahoo.com - Download the ...