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Economic Report: U.S. economy still on growth path, leading indicators show, but expansion likely to moderate
The leading economic index rose 0.1% in October after 0.6% and 0.5% gains in the prior two months, the Conference Board said Wednesday. Economists polled by FactSet had forecast a 0.1% rise.
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Mortgage rates slide the fastest in four years, but it may be too late for the housing market
Rates for home loans fell by double digits in the most recent week, but with the housing market on its heels and few Americans in a position to take advantage of the ability to refinance, it’s not clear how helpful this can be for the housing market.
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The Moneyologist: My mother left her entire estate to my stepfather — what can I do about it?
He willed everything to his biological daughter, who is now deceased.
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London Markets: FTSE 100 bounces back with help from oil and bank stocks
U.K. stocks join a global bounceback, led by major oil companies and banks, while Kingfisher acts as a drag following poorly received results.
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Currencies: Dollar gains pause after Tuesday rally; euro turns higher
Lack of economic data and few clear drivers leave currency markets on the quieter side on the Wednesday ahead of Thanksgiving, as major pairs retrace some of the previous day’s moves.
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Cryptos: Bitcoin holds $4,000, nearing a buy zone says analyst
The crypto rout has abated on Wednesday with all major coins all trading in the green ahead of Thanks Giving in the U.S.
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Follow these credit-card hacks to rack up major savings while holiday shopping
Consumers will be handsomely rewarded for following a smart credit card strategy.
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Moving back in with your parents can affect your mental health
A new study warns people about the unseen impact of moving back in with the folks.
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30 ways to spend your remaining flexible-spending account (before it’s too late)
Americans forfeit more than $400 million in tax-free dollars when they don’t use the money in their FSAs.
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Asia Markets: Asian markets continue to retreat as tech stocks get hit hard
Asian stock markets were weak, though above session lows, in early trading Wednesday following the latest drubbing of U.S. stocks and oil futures.