Observing the current trends in the stock market has been challenging. The Federal Reserve is making moves to curb high inflation rates, and many financial experts concur that an economic downturn could be on the horizon. Unsurprisingly, these developments have affected the market. Notable indices like the S&P 500, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, and … Read more
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that at a time when brokerage firms’ cash sweep programs come under increased scrutiny (and as the Federal Reserve has cut interest rates), Charles Schwab (the largest RIA custodian) continues to slash sweep rates for client … Read more
Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors’ opinions or evaluations. The rate on a 30-year fixed refinance decreased today. The average rate for refinancing a 30-year fixed mortgage is currently 7.44%, according to Curinos. For refinancing a 15-year mortgage, the average rate is 6.53%, … Read more
International Humanitarian Law Anna-Christina Schmidl and Eitan Diamond assess the legality of Israel’s conduct in North Gaza, focusing on both the law of occupation and the rules governing siege warfare under international humanitarian law (IHL). The authors find Israel’s actions in Northern Gaza likely violate multiple IHL provisions, including those against the starvation of civilians … Read more
Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors’ opinions or evaluations. Key Takeaways Savings account yields are much higher than a few years ago Top rates may fall as the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates Online banks tend to offer the best yields available Rates … Read more
