California Governor Gavin Newsom recently issued an executive order instructing state agencies to adopt policies to clear homeless camps on state properties. This comes as a response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s Grants Pass decision, which reversed a previous ruling that restricted the ability of states and cities to clear homeless encampments. Local Government Involvement
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In recent days, the Nasdaq-100 has experienced significant profit taking as numerous investors have decided to reduce their exposure to what is known as the “Magnificent Seven.” This trend has led to a decrease in the value of the Nasdaq-100, which is closely followed by the Invesco QQQ Trust ETF. As we navigate through the
The cryptocurrency market witnessed a significant surge in premarket trading on Friday, following the impressive performance of Bitcoin (BTC). BTC, the leading crypto asset, experienced a remarkable 4.7% increase over the past 24 hours, reaching a trading price of $67,346.0 by 09:49 GMT. This sudden uptick helped Bitcoin recover a portion of its recent losses
Bristol Myers Squibb recently reported second-quarter earnings and revenue that surpassed expectations, showcasing a significant financial success for the pharmaceutical giant. The company raised its full-year revenue forecast to an increase in the “upper end” of the low single-digit range, indicating a positive trajectory in terms of financial growth. Additionally, the adjusted earnings guidance for
As markets continue to react swiftly to economic data and geopolitical events, the foreign exchange markets have been experiencing significant fluctuations. The recent performance of major currencies such as the US dollar, euro, and Japanese yen has been influenced by a variety of factors, including inflation data, central bank decisions, and market sentiment. It is
The Asian currency market has been experiencing significant volatility and speculation in recent times. Chinese yuan, in particular, has been at the center of wild swings due to suspected intervention by the People’s Bank. The uncertainty surrounding the currency has led to cautious trading behavior among investors, with many opting for safe-haven assets like the
Despite facing a wave of selling pressure in global financial markets, Bitcoin managed to rise by 4.2% in the past 24 hours, reaching $67,006.2. This recovery came after hitting lows of around $63,000 earlier in the week. The highly speculative nature of the crypto sector made it particularly vulnerable to the risk-off trend that dominated
Living in a major city in Asia can be quite expensive, especially when it comes to monthly rent. According to data from Numbeo, the cost of renting an apartment in Shanghai’s city-center can reach approximately $2,700. This high cost of housing is just one aspect of the overall expensive lifestyle in major Asian cities. Hong
The Financial Data Transparency Act (FDTA) signed into law on Dec. 23, 2022, has brought about significant implications for the municipal securities market. With the requirement for converting municipal securities disclosures into a machine-readable format, market participants have been struggling to adapt to the new data standards proposed by federal agencies like the Federal Deposit
A new chapter has unfolded in the municipal bond market as two seasoned experts have departed from Preston Hollow Community Capital to establish their own venture, V2 Municipal Capital. This independent firm, led by Charlie Visconsi and Ron Van Den Handel, is set to collaborate with New York-based alternative asset manager Fundamental Advisors. The primary