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National Debt Tracker: American taxpayers (you) are now on the hook for $36,222,002,723,844.24 as of 1/24/25
The U.S. national debt is climbing at a rapid pace, on track to double over the next three decades amid a rush of spending by President Biden and Congress.
Existing home sales fall to lowest level in nearly 30 years
Existing home sales declined in 2024 to the lowest level since 1995, while median home prices rose to a record high as elevated mortgage rates confound the market.
Costco shareholders reject anti-DEI measure
Costco's shareholders overwhelmingly rejected a proposal that called for assessing the risk of keeping its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs in place.
Target scaling back DEI policies after Trump signs executive order
Target is the latest company to make changes to its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs as pressures mount. Several firms have rolled back their policies in recent months.
Some Walmart managers get pay bump, pushing compensation over $600K
Walmart announced that certain managers are getting a pay bump that can push their total compensation to more than $600,000 with all stock grants and bonuses calculated in.
Cargo theft in US and Canada soars to record in 2024
Cargo theft surged to another record last year as criminal enteprises continue to become more sophisticated in using fraud to redirect shipments from their intended destination.
Pressure from Shein, Temu accelerate retail closures
Retailers are facing relentless competition from controversial fast fashion companies Shein and Temu, according to Coresight Research, which anticipates 15,000 retail closures this year.
UnitedHealthcare announces new CEO after killing of Brian Thompson
UnitedHealth Group named Tim Noel the new CEO of the company's insurance division, UnitedHealthcare, after the targeted killing of former CEO Brian Thompson.
Elon Musk's DOGE setting its sights on the penny
The Department of Government Efficiency hinted it may be looking to eliminate the penny. Elon Musk's initiative says production of the coin is costing taxpayers millions of dollars.
President Trump signs crypto executive order
President Donald Trump signed an executive order that looks to clarify regulations on the cryptocurrency and digital assets industry while blocking a central bank digital currency.