Embarking on a long-term cruise journey is a dream for many, offering a unique opportunity for remote work while traveling the world. However, the tax implications of earning income while on a cruise ship can be complex and often overlooked. Despite being in international waters with a Bahamas flag flying atop the ship, American cruise
Barclays reported a second-quarter net profit attributable to shareholders of £1.2 billion, which was slightly lower than the same period last year. The net interest income in the core UK units fell, leading to a decline from the £1.3 billion logged in the second quarter of 2023. However, the revenue for the latest quarter came
Bill Ackman’s decision to withdraw plans for an initial public offering for Pershing Square USA reflects a shift in investor demand from the fund. Despite attempting to model the offering after Berkshire Hathaway, the initial excitement surrounding the IPO significantly waned, leading to the fund’s eventual withdrawal. Initially aiming to raise $25 billion, Pershing Square
The Federal Reserve officials recently stated that inflation is getting closer to its target, potentially paving the way for future interest rate cuts. While they did not explicitly mention an impending rate reduction, they acknowledged that progress has been made in improving economic conditions. The statement highlighted that risks related to achieving employment and inflation
Vice President Kamala Harris recently expressed that building up the middle class will be a crucial focus of her presidency. She emphasized that a strong middle class translates to a strong America. Harris believes that families need relief from the high cost of living to not only survive but thrive. Her proposed policy, the “LIFT
Meta is set to announce its second-quarter earnings, which are highly anticipated in the tech industry. Analysts are predicting earnings per share of $4.73 and revenue of $38.31 billion. The company is expected to show sales growth of 20% from the previous year, as it continues to recover from a challenging 2022. Advertising revenue is
Boeing, a prominent aerospace manufacturer, recently reported a disappointing second-quarter performance, falling short of analysts’ expectations. The company announced a larger-than-expected loss per share of $2.90, compared to the estimated $1.97 per share. Additionally, Boeing’s revenue for the quarter was reported at $16.87 billion, lower than the projected $17.23 billion. This underperformance is primarily attributed
Boeing, one of the leading aerospace manufacturers, has recently named Robert “Kelly” Ortberg as its new CEO. Ortberg, a veteran in the aerospace industry, comes from outside the company with a background leading major supplier Rockwell Collins. His appointment comes at a critical time for Boeing, as it grapples with safety and manufacturing issues that
The Biden administration is once again making moves to address the student debt crisis that plagues tens of millions of Americans. Following the Supreme Court’s rejection of their initial attempt last year, the U.S. Department of Education is gearing up to provide wide-scale loan forgiveness to eligible borrowers. This new initiative is set to kick
The recent lawsuit filed by Washington, D.C., Attorney General Brian Schwalb against StubHub sheds light on the online ticket exchange platform’s alleged unfair pricing practices. The lawsuit accuses StubHub of engaging in deceptive advertising by displaying low ticket prices upfront, only to significantly increase the total cost during the checkout process. Schwalb’s statement condemning StubHub’s