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Microsoft, Meta report; Samsung’s chip unit disappoints – what’s moving markets By Investing.com


Microsoft, Meta report; Samsung’s chip unit disappoints – what’s moving markets By Investing.com

Microsoft, Meta report; Samsung’s chip unit disappoints – what’s moving markets By Investing.com

Operating profit at top memory-chip manufacturer Samsung Electronics's crucial semiconductor division slipped by 40% versus the prior quarter in the July to September period to 3.9 trillion won, missing estimates and falling short of rival SK Hynix.


Why are citizens being asked to place salt containers on their windows this winter?

Why are citizens being asked to place salt containers on their windows this winter?

This winter in the USA, a simple solution is gaining popularity: placing bowls of salt on windowsills to combat humidity.


Apple Supplier TDK Partners With McLaren Racing To Boost Formula E Presence – Lucid Gr (NASDAQ:LCID), TDK (OTC:TTDKY)

Apple Supplier TDK Partners With McLaren Racing To Boost Formula E Presence – Lucid Gr (NASDAQ:LCID), TDK (OTC:TTDKY)

Earlier this year, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which owns a majority stake in Lucid Group Inc., LCID announced a multi-year partnership with Formula E, Extreme E, and E1 to support the growth of electric motorsports.


Analysis-BOJ on quest for better communication as more rate hikes loom By Reuters

Analysis-BOJ on quest for better communication as more rate hikes loom By Reuters

"The BOJ has been saying that they would remain flexible and data dependent, and they explained in the monetary policy statement that the upside risks to inflation have increased," which was a good rationale to hike rates in July, she said.


Bundesbank’s Nagel: steps needed to stop German economy from getting worse By Reuters

Bundesbank’s Nagel: steps needed to stop German economy from getting worse By Reuters

Prices of cryptocurrencies are extremely volatile and may be affected by external factors such as financial, regulatory or political events.


Only this way you can get $4,873 this week – New checks to retirees are officially sent out

Only this way you can get $4,873 this week – New checks to retirees are officially sent out

By meeting the requirements and knowing how to maximize your Social Security benefits, you can ensure that these funds are put to the best possible use to improve your quality of life.


Goodbye to old Social Security payments: Here’s how you can get the new retirement check with COLA included

Goodbye to old Social Security payments: Here’s how you can get the new retirement check with COLA included

If you are one of the millions of retirees in the United States, it is important to understand the steps to take to ensure you get the new retirement check, which will not only include COLA, but will also make a difference in your financial stability.


Tesla Shareholders Demand Answers From Elon Musk On Growing List Of Promises Ahead Of Q3 Earnings: From Affordable Models To FSD Rollout And Next-Generation Roadster – Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA)

Tesla Shareholders Demand Answers From Elon Musk On Growing List Of Promises Ahead Of Q3 Earnings: From Affordable Models To FSD Rollout And Next-Generation Roadster – Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA)

Tesla Inc.TSLA shareholders are curious to receive timelines for the company’s upcoming products and pending promises, according to top-voted queries for the automaker ahead of its third-quarter earnings call.


South Africa’s budget to show healthier finances but discipline still needed, economists say By Reuters

South Africa’s budget to show healthier finances but discipline still needed, economists say By Reuters

Despite the wiggle room, there is no expectation the treasury will introduce any new spending initiatives outside of providing funding guidance on the government's infrastructure investment programme and any above-inflation public sector wage increases for 2025.


Goodbye to the Disability payment if you are under these conditions: Avoid losing your monthly benefit

Goodbye to the Disability payment if you are under these conditions: Avoid losing your monthly benefit

Failure to follow required follow-up: If you don’t provide information requested by Social Security, such as medical tests or proof of your condition, you could lose your right to continue getting payments.


Major changes in Social Security payments by October 23rd

Major changes in Social Security payments by October 23rd

On this day, Group 4 beneficiaries will be the ones to get their monthly payment, an important date for the thousands of Americans who rely on these checks to pay their bills and regular expenses.


Tesla Has A New Chinese Electric Vehicle Competitor: How A Company That Used To Sell Cheap TVs Is Entering EV Race – Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA)

Tesla Has A New Chinese Electric Vehicle Competitor: How A Company That Used To Sell Cheap TVs Is Entering EV Race – Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA)

Tesla IncTSLA has dominated the electric vehicle sector for years, but is seeing its global market share under pressure in China and other territories with Chinese EV companies launching low-cost models.


U.S. Government raises Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment to $1,450 by 2025

U.S. Government raises Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment to $1,450 by 2025

For 2025, the United States Government has announced a significant increase, extending the maximum SSI payment to $1,450 for couples, which represents relief for many low-income families.


Bank Indonesia to hold key rate at 6% on Oct. 16 amid rupiah concerns: Reuters poll By Reuters

Bank Indonesia to hold key rate at 6% on Oct. 16 amid rupiah concerns: Reuters poll By Reuters

Marking a shift in expectations, over 75% of economists, 24 of 31, in an Oct. 7-14 Reuters poll predicted the central bank would keep its benchmark seven-day reverse repurchase rate at 6.00% on Oct. 16.


Takeaways from the start of a Fed rate-cutting cycle By Investing.com

Takeaways from the start of a Fed rate-cutting cycle By Investing.com

Investing.com -- The Federal Reserve initiated its rate-cutting cycle in September, delivering an aggressive 50 basis-point (bp) reduction to policy rates.


SSI will increase 288$ due to cost of living increase, COLA

SSI will increase 288$ due to cost of living increase, COLA

For SSI recipients, this $288 increase in their annual payments, due to the COLA, represents a significant relief from the rising cost of living in areas such as housing, food and health care.


You won’t be able to use them anymore: these $20 bills will be rejected from ATMs and banks in the US

You won’t be able to use them anymore: these $20 bills will be rejected from ATMs and banks in the US

This includes bills that are physically damaged, marked, or come from older series that lack the updated security features now considered essential for safe transactions.


Disability Social Security: Is my SSDI compatible with other public benefits?

Disability Social Security: Is my SSDI compatible with other public benefits?

Social Security beneficiaries can access a number of additional programs and benefits to help them improve their financial situation.


Fed’s Williams signals support for quarter-point interest rate cuts By Investing.com

Fed’s Williams signals support for quarter-point interest rate cuts By Investing.com

John Williams, president of the New York Fed, remarked that the "very good" September jobs report signaled the continued strength of the U.S. economy, even as inflation eased after over a year of elevated rates.


BOJ highlights broadening wage, price gains but warns of risks By Reuters

BOJ highlights broadening wage, price gains but warns of risks By Reuters

"This year's wage increases were helping push up consumption with some firms pointing to the effect of solid spending by the younger generation, which enjoyed fairly big pay hikes," the BOJ said on Monday in a quarterly report on regional economies.


Social Security COLA 2025: All payments before annual increase

Social Security COLA 2025: All payments before annual increase

In the months of October, November and December the Social Security Administration will send out a large number of checks to citizens with an accepted benefit.


COLA Increase 2025 Update: Cost Of Living Increase Eligibility & Payment Dates

COLA Increase 2025 Update: Cost Of Living Increase Eligibility & Payment Dates

Each year’s COLA is a very important item for United States citizens who collect only one Social Security check.


Netanyahu Promises Retaliation For Missile Attack On Israel, Iran Responds By Promising ‘Vast Destruction’ – Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1 (NASDAQ:QQQ)

Netanyahu Promises Retaliation For Missile Attack On Israel, Iran Responds By Promising ‘Vast Destruction’ – Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1 (NASDAQ:QQQ)

He stated that the Revolutionary Guard is ready to repeat missile attacks with “multiplied intensity” and emphasized that while Iran avoided targeting civilians, it remains a feasible option, according to AP.


Bank of Mexico may consider larger rate cuts, says bank governor By Reuters

Bank of Mexico may consider larger rate cuts, says bank governor By Reuters

Banxico, as the Mexican central bank is known, lowered its key rate by 25 basis points to 10.50% on Thursday, the second straight cut as price pressures ease.