Elizabeth Street Garden, a cherished public oasis in lower Manhattan, faces imminent eviction to make way for a new housing development project. The garden, founded in 1991 by an antiques gallery owner, has become a symbol of community and respite in the crowded Little Italy neighborhood, immortalized in films like “Mean Streets” starring Robert De
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The recent volatility in the market, as highlighted by Brazil’s central bank chief Roberto Campos Neto, may be indicative of the market pricing in less room for fiscal and monetary intervention in the future. This has implications for discussions on monetary transmissions, as Campos Neto pointed out that it will be increasingly challenging to separate
The landscape of work in the United States has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, with the rise of remote work taking center stage. Initially propelled to the forefront during the Covid-19 pandemic, remote work has since established itself as a prevalent feature of the labor market, according to leading economists such as Nick
In recent times, market volatility has made investors more cautious about their investment choices. One strategy that has gained popularity is the use of buffer exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to provide a level of protection from market downturns. Buffer ETFs, such as the ones offered by Innovator ETFs, have been touted as a way for investors
Moody’s has issued a warning that the ongoing regulatory investigations into wealth managers’ cash sweep programs could potentially lead to credit rating downgrades, which in turn could increase costs for these firms. This comes at a time when concerns about the economy are rising, with worries of a looming downturn due to tight monetary policies.
Silver prices experienced a decline on Friday, with the cost per troy ounce dropping to $28.24 from $28.36 the day before. Despite this recent dip, silver prices have actually increased by 18.70% since the start of the year. The Gold/Silver ratio, which compares the value of one ounce of Gold to the equivalent number of
Zeekr, a Chinese electric car brand, has recently unveiled new batteries that are being hailed as the fastest charging batteries in the world. This groundbreaking technology aims to address the long-standing concerns of consumers regarding battery driving range and charging convenience. The company claims that these new batteries can go from a 10% to an
In the midst of market volatility, investors may find themselves seeking stable investment options to navigate uncertain times. Joanna Gallegos, CEO of BondBloxx, emphasizes the significance of incorporating bonds into one’s investment strategy. Gallegos suggests that prioritizing income and high-yield bonds can provide a cushion against market fluctuations. By diversifying into fixed income, investors can
The advisory board to the German Finance Ministry has raised concerns about the three options being considered to address a 17 billion euro budget shortfall. In a letter seen by Reuters, the board expressed doubts about the effectiveness of these options in reducing the deficit. The options include using extra funds from state bank KfW,
Rachel Reeves, the new finance minister in Britain, is contemplating the implementation of inflation-busting pay increases for nearly 2 million government employees in an attempt to prevent potential public sector strikes. The proposed pay rises, recommended by two government advisory bodies, would equate to a 5.5% raise for 460,000 teachers and 1.4 million National Health
The second-quarter results of U.S. banks have revealed a concerning trend of increased provisions for credit losses, driven by deteriorating commercial real estate (CRE) loans and high-interest rates. In response to this, regional lenders like M&T Bank are gradually reducing their exposure to the troubled CRE sector and repositioning their balance sheets to concentrate on
The tension between the Philippines and China over the disputed Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea has escalated, prompting two senior Republican U.S. senators to urge President Joe Biden to provide a comprehensive list of options developed by the Pentagon and State Department to aid the Philippines. The situation at the shoal, where