Q3 sees Japan economy shrinking much more than anticipated

Japan’s economy experienced its most significant annualized quarterly decline in two years, with provisional government data indicating a 2.1% drop in the third quarter compared to a year ago. This sharp downturn was driven by rising domestic inflation and declining consumer demand, as well as export challenges due to waning demand. The latest economic contraction,…

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What is the maximum income in 2024 that allows you to still pay 0% in capital gains taxes?

Investors and financial planners are buzzing about the potential for avoiding capital gains tax in 2024, as the IRS released inflation adjustments, including increases in income tax brackets, and income thresholds for capital gains. Certified financial planner Tommy Lucas emphasized the opportunity to take gains next year and the prospect of selling long-term assets or…

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John Malone of Liberty Media says Warren Buffett is waiting with a huge amount of cash to take advantage of good deals.

Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway is steadily amassing a record amount of cash, signaling an expectation that opportunities to make profitable investments will soon arise, according to media tycoon John Malone. The investment firm’s cash position stood at a staggering $157 billion at the close of September, marking unprecedented levels of liquidity, and indicating Buffett’s readiness…

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