Category: Economy
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Number of People Living on the Streets of NY Reaches Highest Level in Two Decades
If you live in New York, you have likely noticed this: the number of people living on the streets and in the subway of the city has increased, reaching the highest level in nearly two decades, according to the results of an annual survey released by the city itself on Thursday (13). The survey, conducted…
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These Cities Are So Expensive They Have Become Inaccessible to Many
Anyone who has been following the real estate market over the past two decades will know that in many countries, especially in the United States, it has become much more difficult to buy a home. A new study lists cities around the world that have become inaccessible to many. The U.S. cities on the West…
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Traveling to Europe This Summer? Good Luck!
Temperatures are rising. Hotel prices are skyrocketing. And travelers are already crowding both touristy and less touristy spots. Welcome to another summer in Europe. To top it off, the dollar has fallen against the pound and the euro. Is a summer in Europe worth it? According to experts, it all depends on the type of…
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Airbnb X Vrbo: Which Vacation Rental Platform Is Right For You?
Vacation rentals come in all layouts and sizes. But if you plan to book one, there’s a good chance you’ll turn to Airbnb or Vrbo. Both platforms are among the most sought-after options by travelers looking for accommodation. Therefore, there are many cross-listings so users can find the same rental on various platforms. However, while…
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Generation Z Is Choosing Not to Have Children. Here’s Why
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in Asia, children, Economy, Geral, Inside, Latin America, Men, North America, Oceania, South America, United States, WomenA new survey has confirmed that fewer and fewer people from the Millennial and Generation Z cohorts are having children, and there’s a “frightening” reason for this. More than half of people aged 18 to 34 are opting not to have children due to financial challenges, according to data recently released by the Australian research…
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NY Governor Seeks to Delay Congestion Toll, According to The NYT
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is quietly maneuvering to delay a plan to charge tolls to drivers entering Manhattan’s central business district, set to take effect in a few weeks, The New York Times reported on Wednesday (5). The nation’s first congestion toll, which has been in the works for decades, is scheduled to begin…
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Brazil’s Economy Grows 2.5% in the First Quarter. Lula Says ‘Brazil is on the Right Track’
The Brazilian economy grew 2.5% in the first quarter of the year compared to the same period last year. In relation to the last quarter of 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), which encompasses the total of all goods and services produced in the country, rose by 0.8%. In the last 12 months, the country’s…
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Brazil’s Economy Grows 2.5% in the First Quarter. Lula Says ‘Brazil is on the Right Track’
The Brazilian economy grew 2.5% in the first quarter of the year compared to the same period last year. Compared to the last quarter of 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), which encompasses the total of all goods and services produced in the country, increased by 0.8%. In the last 12 months, the country’s economy…
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Zero Down Mortgage Is Back. Want to Know How It Works?
One of the largest mortgage lenders in the United States, United Wholesale Mortgage, is offering a new zero down mortgage program that will allow buyers to pay 97% of the home’s value with a first mortgage and then provide the remaining 3% in the form of a second mortgage. According to the new program, the…
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Good News for Small Businesses in the U.S.: Consumers Are More Willing to Shop Locally
Chain Store Age (CSA) reports that consumers are willing to spend nearly $2,000 more this year to help their favorite local businesses thrive, according to a survey by Faire, an online marketplace. The survey reveals that over 65% of Americans shop on their local main streets at least a few times a month. Nearly 75%…