Lawmakers’ interest in taxing the ultra-rich has been on the rise, but a recent Supreme Court ruling could pose a challenge to future wealth tax proposals, according to experts. The case of Moore v. United States focused on the “mandatory repatriation tax,” a one-time levy on certain foreign investments implemented in 2017. The Supreme Court’s
The food industry is constantly evolving, with new trends emerging each year. At the Summer Fancy Food Show, hosted by the Specialty Food Association, hundreds of companies showcase their latest products and flavors. This year, some of the standout trends include a renewed focus on ancient ingredients like honey, as well as a growing interest
Many Americans find themselves struggling with summer travel expenses long after the season has ended. According to a recent survey by Bankrate, 36% of Americans plan to take on debt in order to travel during the summer months. The payment methods for these expenses vary, with some individuals resorting to personal loans, buy now pay
JPMorgan Chase and Morgan Stanley recently announced significant increases in both dividend payouts and share repurchases, signaling strong capital return plans for their shareholders. In contrast, Citigroup and Bank of America presented more conservative adjustments to their dividend policies. With JPMorgan leading the pack as the largest U.S. bank by assets, the decision to raise
NASA and Boeing have jointly announced the further extension of the first Starliner crewed flight, with no new target date set for the return of the capsule to Earth. The Starliner capsule named “Calypso” will continue its stay at the International Space Station for the foreseeable future, as Boeing and NASA undertake new testing on
The American Rescue Plan Act, which was implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic, temporarily enhanced the premium tax credit for health insurance purchased via the marketplace. This act has benefitted more than 21 million participants in 2021 and 2022. However, the Inflation Reduction Act extended these benefits through 2025. After this point, without further action from
Nike CEO John Donahoe’s leadership abilities are being called into question as Wall Street’s confidence in him wavers. After a lackluster fiscal year, Nike warned that sales in the current quarter were projected to decline by a striking 10%, compared to the 3.2% drop initially forecasted. Furthermore, the company anticipates a mid-single-digit decrease in fiscal
The trend of Western wear has been gaining significant attention recently, with consumers opting for full denim looks from head to toe. This resurgence in popularity has been attributed to cultural influences such as Beyoncé’s “Cowboy Carter” album and Louis Vuitton’s fashion line. Levi Strauss, a 171-year-old clothing maker, has been capitalizing on this trend,
Warren Buffett, the renowned investor known as the “Oracle of Omaha,” has made his largest annual donation yet by gifting $5.3 billion worth of Berkshire Hathaway shares to five charitable organizations. This gesture is part of Buffett’s long-standing commitment to give away his vast fortune, which he amassed from running the conglomerate he founded back
One of the main points of criticism in the launch of Apple’s mixed-reality headset in China is the significantly higher retail price compared to the U.S. market. Pricing the device at 29,999 yuan ($4,128) in China, which is about 18% higher than the $3,500 retail price in the U.S., has raised concerns among Chinese consumers.