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Many taxpayers contribute to a traditional IRA to lower their taxable income as the tax deadline approaches. If you are considering doing so, it is important to know the eligibility requirements. If you don’t, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) may assess an excess contribution penalty. Here are some important reminders. Key Takeaways Retirement accounts such
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Joe Biden and Xi Jinping will discuss ways to prevent tensions from spiralling into conflict when the US and Chinese presidents hold a virtual meeting on Monday amid rising concern about Taiwan and Beijing’s nuclear arsenal. The two leaders have held two calls this year but people familiar with the virtual meeting said both sides
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Credit repair companies offer to help consumers improve their credit scores in return for a fee. Some are legitimate businesses, while others are little more than scams. Here is what a credit repair company can, and can’t, do for you. Key Takeaways Legitimate credit repair companies can help you remove inaccurate information from your credit
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US Treasury secretary Janet Yellen said controlling Covid-19 was key to taming inflation, as Joe Biden’s administration tries to stop rising prices derailing the US economic recovery and the president’s legislative agenda. “The pandemic has been calling the shots for the economy and for inflation,” Yellen said, speaking on CBS’s Face the Nation programme. “And
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Western intelligence suggests a “high probability of destabilisation” of Ukraine by Russia as soon as this winter after Moscow massed more than 90,000 troops at its border, according to Kyiv’s deputy defence minister. Hanna Maliar told the FT at the weekend that while interpretations of western intelligence “need further discussion”, they underlined “the high probability
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The Coca-Cola Company (KO) is the oldest and most prominent beverage company in the world. Founded in 1886, Coca-Cola has stayed at the top of its industry through multinational brand recognition and savvy control of its finances, including its capital structure. Simply put, capital structure is a measurement used to determine how much debt and/or
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Direxion Daily Gold Miners Index Bull 2X Shares (NUGT) is a leveraged exchange traded fund (ETF) that should be used only for short-term trades. In fact, Direxion on its website notes the returns the ETF seeks on its benchmark (the NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index) are for a single day. Direxion also states the ETF
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State-owned developers are rushing to the rescue of cash-strapped local governments in China by stepping to the fore at land auctions previously dominated by private sector groups. Over the past three months state developers have bought three-quarters of residential land sold at auctions in 22 big cities by value, according to a Financial Times analysis
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Most people who buy or sell a home do so with the help of a licensed real estate agent. These professionals know their local markets, have superior negotiating skills, and can generally make the entire buying and selling process easier. In exchange for their expertise, real estate agents earn a commission. Here’s a look at
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In this article CNC Morsa Images | DigitalVision | Getty Images Company: Centene Corp. (CNC) Business: Centene operates as a multi-national health-care enterprise that provides programs and services to under-insured and uninsured individuals in the United States. Its Managed Care segment offers health plan coverage to individuals through government-subsidized programs, including Medicaid, state children’s health
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Alok Sharma, president of COP26, has now opened the plenary session of politicians from around the world, trying to rally them towards a final agreement before nightfall. He told delegates that the time has come to “reach a conclusion” and said he hoped that the draft text took into account the views of nearly 200
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Earning credit card rewards can put a little money back in your pocket when you spend. Some cards offer miles or cashback; others allow you to earn points. Citi ThankYou is a rewards program that makes it easy to earn points on purchases with eligible Citi credit cards. Knowing how to earn Citi ThankYou Points
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Indexed universal life (IUL) insurance policies can help you to build wealth while leaving behind a death benefit for your loved ones. These policies put a portion of the policyholder’s premium payments toward annual renewable term life insurance, with the remainder added to the cash value of the policy after fees are deducted. On a
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Minimizing bills is always a challenge, but a thoughtful approach can make all the difference. From trimming unnecessary expenses to paying off existing balances, there’s a lot you can do to streamline your finances and feel more secure in your spending. Below, we share three tips to help you reduce your bills and tackle debt
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Are you getting the best deal on your individual savings accounts (Isas)? Check the latest interest rates offered on cash Isas and fixed-rate deals. See our coverage of the latest savings and investment issues. Isa selection — November 11 2021 Account Notice or term Deposit Transfers in % AER Int paid Cash Isas – –
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