Tesla is now at US $201 billion in market capitalization, with Exxon at US $185 billion Tesla Inc.’s market value has surpassed Exxon Mobil Corp.’s in a sign that investors are increasingly betting on a global energy transition away from fossil fuels. Elon Musk’s Tesla, now at US$201 billion in market capitalization, is surging onContinue reading “Tesla overtakes Exxon’s market value in symbolic energy shift away from fossil fuels”
Monthly Archives: June 2020
Microsoft Is Permanently Closing All of Its Retail Stores – Variety
Microsoft will shutter all of its 83 physical store locations, which have been closed since late March because of the COVID-19 pandemic. — Read on variety.com/2020/digital/news/microsoft-stores-closing-permanently-1234691208/
Dealing with Debt
Managing Debt Choosing a Credit Counselor If you’re considering using the services of a credit counseling organization, here’s what you can expect. Coping with Debt When it comes to dealing with debt, you have options. Find out what you can do, and get tips for avoiding scams. Filing for Bankruptcy: What to Know U.S. bankruptcyContinue reading “Dealing with Debt”
Apple to shut seven retail stores in Houston again as COVID-19 cases jump | Financial Post
Apple Inc is set to shut seven of its retail locations in Houston, Texas again due to an increase in the number of novel coronavirus cases in the United States, the company said Wednesday. — Read on business.financialpost.com/pmn/business-pmn/apple-to-shut-seven-retail-stores-in-houston-again-as-covid-19-cases-jump
Harvard Won’t Require Sat, Act Testing for Admission
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Apple’s Diversity Chief Leaves as Companies Vow to Tackle Racism
(Bloomberg) — Apple Inc.’s head of diversity and inclusion Christie Smith is leaving the iPhone company, according to people familiar with the matter.Last week, Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook said Apple is launching a $100 million Racial Equity and Justice Initiative, adding to the company’s response to the police killing of George Floyd last month.Continue reading “Apple’s Diversity Chief Leaves as Companies Vow to Tackle Racism”
How Is Credit Card Interest Calculated?
The interest you pay depends on your APR and your balance; avoid interest entirely by paying your bill in full.Melissa LambarenaMay 18, 2020 If your credit card has an annual percentage rate of, say, 18%, that doesn’t mean you get charged 18% interest once a year. Depending on how you manage your account, your effective interest rate could be higher,Continue reading “How Is Credit Card Interest Calculated?”
Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)
Because All Americans Deserve Shelter!!! ProgramDescription The housing choice voucher program provides assistance to very low-income families to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing. Housing can include single-family homes, townhouses and apartments and is not limited to units located in subsidized housing projects. Housing choice vouchers are administered locally by Public Housing Agencies (PHAs). AContinue reading “Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)”
Just When You Thought We Were Done Talking About All-Time Lows
Mortgage rates plunged well into new all-time lows this week, which is a striking turn of events given the vastly different outlook at the end of last week. Specifically, a series of strong economic reports led to significant losses in the bond market (bond losses = higher rates) and gains in stocks. The unspoken warning was that rates hadContinue reading “Just When You Thought We Were Done Talking About All-Time Lows”
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