Tag: finance

PREMIERING July 4, 3 PM ET (8 PM UK): Susie Violet Ward: ‘This Isn’t a Dystopian Nightmare That Couldn’t Come True. It’s Already Happening in Other Countries’ | British Thought Leaders

NTD’s Lee Hall sits down with Susie Violet Ward, a journalist, author and financial analyst. Susie raises alarm bells about a new centrally-controlled digital currency that the British government aims to introduce – to replace money. Similar plans are being considered by the Federal Reserve and central banks all over the world. This central bank…


Some Student Loan Borrowers in Worse Shape After Reprieve: Risk Consultant

The pandemic-era freeze on student loan payments will end soon after three years. Student loan interest will start accruing on Sept. 1 and payments are starting in October. The pause on student loan payments will end this summer regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on President Joe Biden’s plan to forgive billions of dollars…


High Borrowing Costs Signify a New Era of Inflation: Bankrate.com

How is the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision impacting regular Americans? And what can you do to protect your money? NTD speaks to Sarah Foster, principal U.S. economic reporter at financial information platform Bankrate.com. …


Nearly Half of Australians Fail the Financial Literacy Test: Canstar

A notable proportion of Australians are not financially literate, with the younger generations lacking the most knowledge. These are the findings of a survey of 1,000 people by Canstar, one of Australia’s best-known and respected comparison websites. People surveyed were asked to take up a quiz that consisted of 21 questions to assess people’s level…


Scottish Conservatives Call for Inquiry Into SNP Finance Investigation

The Scottish Conservatives have called for an inquiry into the ongoing investigation of possible fundraising fraud by the Scottish National Party (SNP). The Scottish Conservatives’ chief Whip Alexander Burnet wrote to the Presiding Officer Alison Johnstone, proposing a new committee to investigate Operation Branchform, the codename for the investigation into SNP finances. Johnstone also serves…


Top Money Mistakes and Ways to Avoid Them to Build Financial Security

April is Financial Literacy Month, and a number of personal finance experts have shared with The Epoch Times their perspectives on the common mistakes Americans make when managing their hard-earned money—and tips for avoiding them. The following examples are among the most common financial mistakes that may prevent you from reaching your financial goals this…


Gold Ascends Above $2,000, Approaching All-Time High: Peter Schiff Weighs In

The price of gold surged to $2,020 per ounce on Tuesday, driven by the recent banking scares and concerns over rising inflation. This marks the third time in history that the precious metal has pierced the $2,000 level; the first was in August 2020, when gold reached its all-time high of $2,075 per ounce. Experts…


Gold Approaches All-Time High as It Passes $2,000 Level

The price of gold surged to $2,020 per ounce on Tuesday, driven by the recent banking scares and concerns over rising inflation. This marks the third time in history that the precious metal has pierced the $2,000 level; the first was in August 2020, when gold reached its all-time high of $2,075 per ounce. Experts…


PREMIERING at 10AM ET: Troubled US Bank’s Ties to China Raise More Red Flags

The Silicon Valley Bank’s (SVB) bad management may have set off a nationwide financial crisis. The Biden administration has pledged to protect depositors’ money. But among SVB’s customers are firms affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). So why are American taxpayers footing the bill to make Beijing whole? In the premiere of the new…


PREMIERING NOW: Troubled US Bank’s Ties to China Raise More Red Flags

The Silicon Valley Bank’s (SVB) bad management may have set off a nationwide financial crisis. The Biden administration has pledged to protect depositors’ money. But among SVB’s customers are firms affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). So why are American taxpayers footing the bill to make Beijing whole? In the premiere of the new…