Kenneth Wilcox

With high interest rates and persistent inflation driving up costs for various household items, such as flooring and refrigerators, homeowners have been increasing their spending on home renovations in recent years. This surge in expenditure reached its peak during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, as people invested in modifying their homes to…

According to recent reports and statements made by European Central Bank officials, there is growing consensus among policymakers that it may be appropriate to cut interest rates during their upcoming meeting in June. While a “very large majority” supported keeping deposit rates unchanged at 4% during their April gathering, some members believed that the…

While Congress debates whether to force the sale of TikTok’s parent company due to alleged Chinese influence, the US government is taking various actions to address foreign threats in sensitive technology areas beyond just TikTok. These include providing grants to both domestic and friendly foreign semiconductor manufacturers to combat the dominance of Taiwan-based TSMC,…

The article discusses a recent interview with historian Talmage Boston regarding his book, “How the Best Did It: Leadership Lessons From Our Top Presidents.” Boston, a biographer and lawyer, applied history to provide practical insights for leaders in business and politics. He identified 24 leadership traits from eight influential presidents, including George Washington, Thomas…

Despite initially fueling a “gangbusters” rally in the stock market, investors are now facing the reality that the Federal Reserve is unlikely to cut interest rates anytime soon. This decision has caused stocks to lose momentum and dampen investor spirits, as higher interest rates lead to high borrowing costs for both consumers and corporations,…

While consumers with higher income levels appear to be continuing their spending patterns despite persistent inflation and economic uncertainty, low-income Americans are facing mounting financial pressures. This disparity is contributing to what is becoming known as a “K”-shaped recovery, where higher income classes benefit the most while lower income Americans struggle. According to a…

Deaton predicts that the growing popularity of cryptocurrency will lead to increased political involvement in the space. With around 70-80 million Americans now owning some form of crypto, deaton emphasizes the importance of voting for politicians who support innovation and freedom in the crypto space. Deaton suggests that the future of bitcoin and cryptocurrency…

Shilo Sanders, a defensive back for the Colorado Buffaloes, is set to make his acting debut on Friday night as a younger version of his famous father, NFL Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, in the final episode of the third season of the popular crime drama BMF, produced by Starz. Inspirited by the true…

Oklo Inc., a company developing advanced nuclear systems, recently went public through a merger with AltC Acquisition Corp., a SPAC sponsored by Michael Klein and Sam Altman, the CEO and co-founder of OpenAI. The company’s shares initially fell 40% during the debut on the New York Stock Exchange, cutting its valuation to around $1bn…

Based on the latest information provided, both AT&T and Pfizer are considered “no-brainer” dividend stocks for long-term, income-oriented investors due to their high yields and attractive valuations. Here’s a closer look at why these stocks are worth considering: AT&T: – Drivers of positive outlook: Significant reductions in customer churn, growth in revenue per subscriber,…