China’s Online Money Market Funds Are In Trouble

Author Financiarul Posted on September 1, 2015January 11, 2021Categories Investing   Leave a comment on China’s Online Money Market Funds Are In Trouble

China’s economy is facing a huge challenge. The online money market funds that rolled in 2013 were supposed to shake up the Asian nation’s banking industry, but now the returns have sharply fallen. Money market funds are investments made for the purpose of earning interest, while maintaining a net asset value of $1 per share. They’re safe, liquid investments that are well suited for small investors. For context, money market funds in the U.S. hold more than $3 trillion and … Continue reading “China’s Online Money Market Funds Are In Trouble”

Kmart’s Home Good Hacks Make the Chain a Go-To for DIY Designers

Author Financiarul Posted on September 1, 2015Categories Business, Sales & Marketing   Leave a comment on Kmart’s Home Good Hacks Make the Chain a Go-To for DIY Designers

In the past, taking on do-it-yourself (DIY), budget-friendly interior design was a difficult task, relegated to savvy reality television hopefuls and individuals who enjoyed finding themselves elbows-deep in the clearance section of home decorating outlets. But now, thanks to Kmart, everyone can incorporate the latest interior design trends without breaking bank. In recent social media posts, DIY designers are taking to Instagram and Twitter to flaunt their well-curated and smartly decorated living spaces. The catch? The designs were completed using … Continue reading “Kmart’s Home Good Hacks Make the Chain a Go-To for DIY Designers”

Want to Get Out of Debt? Sell Your Structured Settlement and Win One Battle Now

Author Financiarul Posted on August 26, 2015Categories Economy   Leave a comment on Want to Get Out of Debt? Sell Your Structured Settlement and Win One Battle Now

Whether it’s a structured settlement, insurance annuity, or lottery winnings, selling these types of policies might be just what you need to begin your escape from the black hole of debt. This might seem counter-intuitive; why would you want to get rid of a guaranteed source of income for the foreseeable future if you are already clearly struggling? According to Newser.com, however, a new study from Texas AandM indicates this could be your best option. While the study does not … Continue reading “Want to Get Out of Debt? Sell Your Structured Settlement and Win One Battle Now”

Mobile Ad Spending Higher Than Ever, According to Recent IAB Survey

Author Financiarul Posted on August 24, 2015Categories Business   Leave a comment on Mobile Ad Spending Higher Than Ever, According to Recent IAB Survey

A new report has been released by the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) stating that mobile advertising grew exponentially over the past year — not just in the U.S., but on a global scale. According to AdWeek and Marketing Land, global mobile ad revenue reached $31.9 billion in 2014, which was a 64% increase from mobile advertising expenditures in 2013. Considering that 67% of consumers are more likely to make a purchase from a business that maintains a good mobile website … Continue reading “Mobile Ad Spending Higher Than Ever, According to Recent IAB Survey”

The Greek Stock Market Just Opened After 5 Weeks of Silence — And It’s Still One Big Mess

Author Financiarul Posted on August 12, 2015March 2, 2021Categories Business, Headlines, Investing   Leave a comment on The Greek Stock Market Just Opened After 5 Weeks of Silence — And It’s Still One Big Mess

With everything happening in the stock market today more people are reading investment banking articles seeking to explain how investment banking relates to what everyday people are seeing in the news. Many people do not know investment banking basics because what investment banks do not seek out average people as clients. If you are interested in understanding this part of our economy you may want an investment banking guide that can walk you through how banks apply for the FINRA … Continue reading “The Greek Stock Market Just Opened After 5 Weeks of Silence — And It’s Still One Big Mess”

Commercial Real Estate Rates Rise, Says Fed

Author Financiarul Posted on August 7, 2015Categories Business   Leave a comment on Commercial Real Estate Rates Rise, Says Fed

The Federal Reserve announced on July 15 that commercial real estate prices have been rising quickly in certain regions of the country, and if the trend should continue, it’s possible that it could jeopardize the country’s financial stability. According to a report from the Wall Street Journal, the Federal Reserve presented its semiannual report to Congress on Wednesday and stated that, in additional to increased property prices, the economy is now seeing that “underwriting standards at banks and in commercial … Continue reading “Commercial Real Estate Rates Rise, Says Fed”

After-Hours Trading Adding $40B Brings Amazon’s Market Value to Record Highs

Author Financiarul Posted on July 30, 2015Categories Business, Economy, Sales & Marketing   Leave a comment on After-Hours Trading Adding $40B Brings Amazon’s Market Value to Record Highs

With the announcement of its second quarter earnings, Amazon didn’t just come out on top of its other cloud computing competitors; it spurred a Wall Street frenzy which resulted in Amazon Web Services (AWS) adding $40 billion during after-hours trading. The second quarter earnings of AWS cloud computing services were announced on July 23, according to Business Insider and Forbes, and reportedly saw revenues jump 81% to $1.8 billion, which was 16 points higher than Wall Street had initially predicted. … Continue reading “After-Hours Trading Adding $40B Brings Amazon’s Market Value to Record Highs”