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Midwest Banks Make a Splash in Finance

January 27, 2026

U. S. Bancorp, a bank based in Minneapolis, is making a big move. They are buying BTIG, a smaller investment bank backed by Goldman Sachs, for up to $1 billion. This deal is part of a bigger trend. Regional banks from the Midwest are taking a bigger slice of the investment banking pie. U. S. Bancor

politics

Trump Takes on Wall Street: A Battle of Power and Politics

January 25, 2026

The recent legal action by former President Donald Trump against JPMorgan Chase and its CEO Jamie Dimon shows a growing tension between Trump and major financial institutions. This lawsuit, seeking $5 billion, claims that Trump and his businesses had their accounts closed for political reasons. Trum

crypto

Crypto's Big Move: How Traditional Finance is Catching Up

January 23, 2026

Cryptocurrencies have come a long way since they first hit the scene. Now, even traditional finance companies are taking notice. The U. S. government passed the GENIUS Act last year, showing just how mainstream digital assets have become. Ben Zhou, CEO of Bybit, says that if traditional firms don't

finance

Clear Street's Big Move: What You Need to Know

January 21, 2026

Clear Street, a tech-savvy finance company, has taken a big step. They've filed some important paperwork with the U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This paperwork is for an initial public offering (IPO). That means they want to sell shares of their company to the public. They plan to list th

finance

Bank Stocks Dip as Credit Card Rate Cap Looms

January 20, 2026

U. S. bank stocks took a hit during morning trading on Tuesday. This happened as investors waited to see if a 10% cap on credit card interest rates would be enforced by the Trump administration. The deadline for this decision was January 20. The proposed cap aims to make credit cards more affordabl

entertainment

Gizelle's Aspen Trip: A Power Struggle Unveiled

January 20, 2026

Gizelle Bryant's recent trip to Aspen with the Potomac cast turned into a spectacle of power dynamics and poor conflict resolution. The issue started with subpar accommodations, which rightly upset Gizelle. However, her reaction was over the top. Instead of addressing the problem calmly, she berated

opinion

Economic Boom or Bust? The Reality for Regular Folks

January 20, 2026

The economy might be looking good on paper, but the reality for many people is quite different. Lots of local businesses are shutting down. Places like Towson Town Center, Morton’s Steakhouse, and the Sheraton downtown are just a few examples. Even big names like Francesca’s clothing stores and the

finance

Weekly Stock Market Highlights: Small Caps and Tech Shine

January 19, 2026

The stock market had an interesting week, with small-cap stocks and tech companies making big moves. Investors kept a close eye on JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, and Taiwan Semiconductor. These companies have been in the spotlight due to their performance and recent developments. Small-cap stocks often g

lifestyle

Finding Love: How a Former Banker Became a Matchmaking Pro

January 19, 2026

Switching careers can be tough, especially when you're past 50. But for one woman, it led to a fulfilling new path in matchmaking. She used to work in finance, a field known for its fast pace and demanding hours. As she got older, she felt out of place in that world. So, she made a bold move and bec

health

Body Clock Weakness Tied to Higher Dementia Risk in Seniors

January 18, 2026

Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between a person's internal body clock and their risk of developing dementia. The study, which wrapped up in December 2025, tracked over 2, 000 adults, all around 79 years old and initially free of dementia, for three years. To gather data, participants w