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Is that jingle bells, or a series of nonstop email notifications? The holidays have been a bustling time of the year for decades, but the 21st century really kicked things into overdrive. In fact, 2024 is the first year that average consumer spending in the United States on holiday gifts...

A recent survey by Prosper Insights & Analytics has highlighted a significant increase in jewelry purchases among younger consumers this holiday season. The findings indicate that 30% of individuals aged 18-24 plan to give jewelry as gifts, the highest percentage across all age groups. This trend reflects a shift in...

In the coming two decades, an estimated $84 trillion will transfer between generations in what is projected to be the largest-ever intergenerational wealth shift. However, not all billionaires plan to leave their fortunes to their heirs. Some, like Laurene Powell Jobs, have chosen to distribute their wealth in other ways....

Dmitri Verbovski is an expert telecom entrepreneur who is committed to transforming cross-border communication. As the founder and CEO of Yesim, Dmitri developed the company with a clear vision: to reduce the complexity and high expenses of international connectivity. And he isn’t just solving the connectivity crisis—he’s revolutionizing how people...

Some of the world’s wealthiest individuals are pouring resources into technologies and drugs aimed at extending human life. A notable example is Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, who has invested $3 billion in Altos Labs, now the largest biotech company. Altos Labs is focused on biological reprogramming technology, which seeks to...

In a bold bid to reshape the Italian banking landscape, UniCredit announced on Monday its intent to acquire domestic competitor Banco BPM in a transaction valued at approximately $10.5 billion. This move, described by the bank as independent of its ongoing efforts to deepen ties with German lender Commerzbank, aims...

Jake Robinson, a seasoned real estate expert based in Fort Worth, Texas, is the co-founder of North Texas Acquisitions Group (NTAG). Established in 2019, NTAG specializes in helping homeowners facing foreclosure protect their equity and navigate financial challenges. With years of experience in distressed property solutions, Jake has become known...

Are you curious about the poorest countries in the world? It's surprising to think that despite having enough resources to ensure everyone can enjoy a decent standard of living, many people still live in extreme poverty. Countries like Malawi, Madagascar, and the Central African Republic are facing significant challenges. Other...

Jyske Realkredit revealed a major shift in its executive team on Friday, announcing that CEO Carsten Tirsbæk Madsen will retire in the second quarter of 2025. Madsen’s departure will conclude a notable 34-year career at the company, which began with BRFkredit in 1990. Over the years, Madsen has been a...

As part of her promotional tour for the upcoming Netflix holiday film Our Little Secret, Lindsay Lohan appeared on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live. During the interview, she garnered significant applause by sharing a playful anecdote involving former Disney CEO Michael Eisner at the world premiere of The Parent Trap...