Shenzhen, China, has seen an unprecedented growth in millionaires over the past decade, making it the fastest growing city in terms of wealthy individuals. According to a recent report by New World Wealth and Henley & Partners, Shenzhen recorded a whopping 140% increase in its millionaire count. This growth far surpasses that of other major
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The U.S. Department of Education has extended the deadline for borrowers to request a loan consolidation in order to qualify for key student loan forgiveness. This initiative, which will combine federal student loans into one new federal loan, could potentially result in debt cancellation for borrowers. The deadline for this loan consolidation request has now
Nio, a Chinese electric car company, recently unveiled its new, lower-priced brand called Onvo. The first car under this brand, the L60 SUV, is priced at 219,900 yuan (US$30,439) which is approximately $4,000 cheaper than Tesla’s Model Y. Deliveries for the L60 SUV are scheduled to start in September, with pre-sales already underway following the
Recent data shows that mortgage rates have reached their lowest level since April, providing some relief to potential buyers. However, the current state of the housing market still presents challenges for many individuals looking to purchase a home. While the average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages has decreased slightly, the cost of homes
AMC Entertainment, the cinema chain that has been struggling with a massive debt load, is once again in the spotlight. With the recent surge in its stock price, driven by Reddit investors and the return of Keith Gill, also known as Roaring Kitty, AMC has a chance to address its financial challenges. Despite paying down
Consumers looking to purchase a home are continuing to invest in down payments, even though the average amount is modest compared to traditional beliefs. Recent data from Realtor.com shows that in the first quarter of 2024, the average down payment stood at 13.6%, with a median amount of $26,000. While these figures are slightly higher
The recent surge in the shares of AMC Entertainment and GameStop has once again captured the attention of investors and the general public alike. This new rally, fueled by social media, has reignited the phenomenon of “meme stocks.” The resurgence of these stocks can be attributed to a social media account known as “Roaring Kitty,”
Alibaba, the Chinese e-commerce giant, faced a significant drop in its net profit in the fiscal fourth quarter, causing its shares to plummet. The company reported revenue of 221.9 billion yuan ($30.7 billion), slightly surpassing LSEG consensus estimates. However, its net income attributable to ordinary shareholders declined by 86% year on year, coming in at
As new college graduates step into the job market, they are faced with a slightly less promising outlook compared to last year. Reports from the National Association of Colleges and Employers show that employers are planning to hire approximately 5.8% fewer graduates from this year’s class compared to the previous year. Industries like chemical manufacturing,
Jenn Lueke, a 27-year-old recipe developer based in Boston, has taken on the challenge of showing people how to eat well on a budget. In a time where prices seem to be increasing in every area, Lueke believes it is essential to provide practical solutions for those feeling the financial stress of inflation. According to