When Amazon reports its first-quarter earnings after the bell on Tuesday, analysts are expecting some notable figures. According to LSEG, anticipated earnings per share are 83 cents with revenue expected to reach $142.5 billion. Wall Street is particularly attentive to a few key numbers, such as Amazon Web Services revenue projected to hit $24.5 billion,
The housing market continues to face challenges as strong demand and tight supply push home values higher. According to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller national home price index, home prices in February surged by 6.4% year over year, marking the fastest rate of price growth since November 2022. The 10-city composite rose by 8%, while the
The U.S. Department of the Treasury recently announced that Series I bonds will pay an annual interest rate of 4.28% from May 1 through October 2024. This rate is linked to inflation and represents a decrease from the 5.27% annual rate that was offered since November. Despite the decrease, the current rate is still slightly
Samsung Electronics announced on Tuesday that its operating profit for the first quarter had skyrocketed by 932.8% as memory chip prices rebounded due to a surge in AI optimism. The company’s revenue for the quarter reached 71.92 trillion Korean won, equivalent to about $52.3 billion, surpassing LSEG estimates. Operating profit also exceeded expectations, totaling 6.61
In constructing a well-diversified investment portfolio, it is crucial to allocate a portion of your assets to bonds. This is not only to provide a shield against market volatility but also to generate a reliable income stream. Despite the perceived complexity of constructing the fixed income component of your portfolio, especially in light of recent
In today’s society, money is often considered a private and taboo topic. Women, in particular, are among those who are most hesitant to engage in discussions about their financial situations. However, experts warn that avoiding important financial questions can ultimately hold women back from achieving their financial goals. Recognizing this challenge, a women-focused nonprofit called
As we head into the spring home buying and selling season, one of the key factors on the minds of potential buyers and sellers is the fluctuation of mortgage rates. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage recently rose to 7.17%, up from 7.10% the prior week, according to data from Freddie Mac. It’s uncertain when the
Recently, there have been reports circulating in Western media regarding the scaling back of Saudi Arabia’s $1.5 trillion NEOM megaproject. The original ambitious plan of creating a futuristic desert development on the Red Sea coast seems to be facing some obstacles. One of the major concerns raised is related to the financial aspect of the
In the United States, there is a growing population of individuals who are financially vulnerable, known as ALICEs. These individuals fall into the category of Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, as defined by United Way’s United For ALICE program. These individuals earn slightly above the poverty line but struggle to make ends meet due to
As wedding and engagement season approaches, many couples find themselves planning for their future together. One crucial conversation that often gets overlooked is how to manage and pay the bills as a married couple. It may not be the most exciting topic to discuss, but it is essential for maintaining financial stability and preserving the