Applications to refinance a mortgage rose 70% last week compared to the same week a year ago, according to MBA datacarlofranco/Getty Images Mortgage refinance applications rose 58% last week, per data from the Mortgage Bankers Association. Borrowing costs have dipped ahead of an expected rate cut from the Fed. The 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell 15 basis points to 6.35% last week, per Freddie Mac. There's one group of Americans already benefiting from the Fed's coming rate cut decision: current h ...

TIMOTHY A. CLARY/AFP via Getty Images CoreWeave has had a stellar post-IPO run, but one short-seller isn't buying the hype. The AI infrastructure firm is up more than 200% since going public at the end of March. Kerrisdale Capital revealed a short position this week, claiming the optimism is way overblown. CoreWeave is among the handful of high-profile tech companies to enjoy a wild post-IPO surge, with the AI infrastructure provider popping more than 200% since going public in the spring. But thi ...

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Core Viewpoint - Rosen Law Firm is investigating potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. due to allegations of materially misleading business information issued by the company [1] Summary by Relevant Sections - **Investigation Announcement**: Rosen Law Firm has announced an investigation into RCI Hospitality Holdings for potential securities claims [1] - **Allegations**: The investigation stems from allegations that RCI Hospitality Holdings may have provided misleading business information to the investing public [1] - **Shareholder Rights**: Shareholders who purchased RCI Hospitality Holdings securities may be entitled to compensation without any out-of-pocket fees [1]

Entrepreneur and real estate investor Grant Cardone isn't known for sugarcoating advice. And in a recent post on X, he delivered another straightforward message: “Success isn't an option, it's a duty. Your family doesn't need your excuses; they need your results.” Focus On Responsibility, Not Excuses Cardone’s message is simple: Stop waiting around. “Quit waiting for luck, quit hoping the government saves you, and quit believing that playing small is safe,” he said. For him, wealth isn't about luxury. It ...

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BATON ROUGE, LA / ACCESS Newswire / September 17, 2025 / Investar Holding Corporation (the "Company") (Nasdaq:ISTR), the holding company of Investar Bank, National Association (the "Bank"), declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.11 per share to holders of the Company's common stock. The dividend is payable on October 31, 2025 to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2025. ...

Key Points The meme stock moved mostly because of a non-meme stock reason. One analyst tracking the retailer became slightly more bullish on its prospects. 10 stocks we like better than Kohl's › For once, on Wednesday, meme stock Kohl's (NYSE: KSS) didn't move because of fevered online chatter or hype. The company was the subject of an analyst's price target increase, and investors pushed into the retailer's shares as a consequence. Kohl's finished the day almost 4% higher, providing a contrast to ...

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hoping that mortgage rates will keep dropping following the Federal Reserve's first rate cut since last year? Don't bank on it. As expected, the central bank delivered a quarter-point cut Wednesday and projected it would lower its benchmark rate twice more this year, reflecting growing concern over the U.S. job market. Here's a look at factors that determine mortgage rates and what the Fed's latest move means for the housing market: How rate cuts affect mortgage rates Mortgage rates ...

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Wednesday closed down -0.10%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up +0.57%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed down -0.21%.  September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25) fell -0.09%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU25) fell -0.14%. Stock indexes settled mixed on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones Industrials climbing to a new all-time high.  The broader market gave up an early advance and turned lower Wednesday afternoon when bond yields rose on hawk ...