Trump layoffs could impact IRS, tax refunds, experts say Tax experts are advising taxpayers to file early to avoid delays as the IRS faces potential layoffs from the Trump administration. IRS hasn’t experienced glitches issuing tax refunds so far, experts say. For the week ending March 7, the average federal income tax refund was $3,324…
Dave Faries here, pointing out that the dollar figures related to the food delivery market are staggering. There are a lot of numbers. How about $90 billion, an estimate on the global spending on third-party delivery from restaurants by the year 2030. Measure that against $150 billion, the rounded value of food and drink deliveries back…
The Dow Jones backslid around 150 points on Thursday. US equities are higher overall, but losses in key tech stocks are punishing the Dow. Earnings brought more downside misses in overvalued silicon companies. The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) slid on Thursday, falling around 150 points to retest the 44,750 level. Earnings reports dominated US…
Gold declined due to profit-taking amid AI sector overvaluation fears. Market sell-off driven by interest in Chinese AI firm, DeepSeek, dampens gold’s appeal despite lower bond yields. Global economic worries grow as China’s PMI data reveals contractions in services and manufacturing. Gold price slid over 1% late on Monday during the North American session, sparked…
When you’re in the mood for some fast Chinese American food, Panda Express can quickly satisfy your cravings. From classics like Beijing Beef and Kung Pao Chicken to the iconic Orange Chicken—created by Panda Express chef Andy Kho in 1987—the fast-food chain offers something for everyone. But if you’re on the hunt for healthy Panda…
If you don’t usually make time for a healthy breakfast, now might be the perfect time to start. Studies show that eating a nutritious morning meal can help you get more essential nutrients throughout the day compared to skipping it. However, how you break your fast is crucial. It’s important to start your day with…
The US Consumer Price Index is set to rise 2.6% YoY in October, faster than September’s 2.4% increase. Annual core CPI inflation is expected to remain at 3.3% in October. The inflation data could significantly impact the market’s pricing of the Fed’s interest rate outlook and the US Dollar value. The Consumer Price Index (CPI)…
Everyone is singing the praises of oatmeal lately—and for good reason. Known for its health benefits and great taste, this whole grain breakfast food seems like a winning choice. But is oatmeal healthy? Are all of the side effects of eating oatmeal positive, or are there negative side effects we should know about? We turned…
Starbucks is great for many things. Their drink menu is vast and highly customizable, each location has friendly, hard-working baristas who can whip up your coffee at the speed of light, you can pretty much guarantee a solid cup of coffee at every corner of the globe with over 35,000 locations worldwide, and, to top…
Panera Bread is one of the most popular fast-casual restaurant chains for health-conscious diners seeking a quick, delicious meal. Known for its freshly baked artisan bread, sandwiches, soups, and salads, the Panera menu is a treasure trove of options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Since it first launched in 1987 as St. Louis Bread Company,…