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Consumer Alerts

Can you manage with increasing living costs?

According to the most recent inflation statistics, rising living costs are spreading throughout the economy. This is putting a strain on the budgets of many Americans. According to the government's most recent Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, prices increased by 6.8% in November when compared to the same month the previous year. It marks the greatest inflation rate in over four decades. This is a significant increase over the 1.4 % average inflation rate seen last year when the COVID-19 […]

todayJanuary 18, 2022 93

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Business & Lifestyle

COVID-19 continues impact on global supply chains

Businesses that rely heavily on customer service are feeling the effects of COVID-19's supply chain issues. With the pandemic causing delays in shipments, customers are calling about their missing orders. Therefore, companies are struggling to keep up with the demand for products. This has created a huge problem for many retailers who have invested heavily in customer service. Now, they're feeling the pressure to invest more money into hiring new employees or outsourcing customer service altogether. Managing the impact of […]

todayJanuary 18, 2022 60

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Financial News

Choosing a new home to move into

If you’re planning a move, chances are you know just how much you have on your plate. Moving into a new house is full of considerations, practicalities, financial questions, time, effort, investment and more. Sometimes, it can feel overwhelming going through all the things you need to in this process. So, let’s give you a few areas of focus that should help you to find the right property to meet your needs and preferences! Modern or traditional home? When browsing […]

todayJanuary 4, 2022 114

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Consumer Alerts

Financial wellness tips for first-time employees

Starting a new job can be pretty overwhelming. You begin to feel independent, standing on your own feet with so much more confidence than ever. At this point, you start to picture your life, the career you'll build, the people you'll meet, and most importantly, achieving your personal goals, including financial freedom. But achieving financial wellness is easier said than done. In general, one can only accomplish financial independence by practicing financial responsibility. Many new employees tend to get carried away so […]

todayJanuary 1, 2022 112

American economy

Business & Lifestyle

What to expect from the American economy in 2022

After a resurgence in economic activity in 2021 (which in and of itself was something of a miracle), all eyes are now pointing towards 2022 and the big question being asked of economists and financial manager is this: What does 2022 hold for the American economy? The overwhelming answer seems to be this:   Multiple lockdowns, restrictions on travel worldwide, and a booming global economy in certain sectors make for a soupçon of unpredictability and volatility. With that said, American economic […]

todayDecember 30, 2021 64

Oracle

Business & Lifestyle

Oracle to buy medical e-records company Cerner

AUSTIN, Tex./KANSAS CITY, Mo. (UPI) -- Software developer Oracle announced on Monday that it has agreed to buy electronic medical records company Cerner for close to $30 billion -- the largest acquisition in the company's history. Oracle said it will pay $28.3 million for Cerner, which provides electronic record-keeping for hospitals and doctors' offices nationwide. The all-cash deal, expected to close next year, values Missouri-based Cerner at $95 per share. "Healthcare is the largest and most important vertical market in the […]

todayDecember 20, 2021 94

Big R

Business & Lifestyle

Final three Big R stores under new ownership

TAYLORVILLE -- The last of the independently owned Big R Stores in the state of Illinois is under new ownership. They have been acquired by Quincy-based Farm and Home Supply. It was revealed over the weekend that the stores in Taylorville and Lincoln closed on Friday and reopened Monday under its new name. The Farm and Home store in Springfield will relocate from its North Dirksen location to the current Big R store down the street. Farm and Home Supply […]

todayDecember 20, 2021 337

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Financial News

Eight important reasons to save money

Saving money is vital to your financial well-being. It not only protects you in the event of an emergency, but it also allows for massive purchases and investments. As a bonus, saving money can reduce stress and anxiety. It can give you a greater sense of freedom. It can also even enable homeownership by minimizing risk and compound interest over time. There are various reasons why people should save their money. Here are the reasons to help you get started. […]

todayDecember 13, 2021 48

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Consumer Watchdogs

How to save cash in difficult times

When life hands you lemons, as the saying goes, create lemonade. However, things are not always as straightforward. The universe has a habit of throwing us a curveball from time to time. Despite all of the changes and upheavals that have occurred in people's lives over the past two years, there will still be certain things that will remain the same. Bills. Although it is a small consolation, our household bills serve as a constant reminder that the globe continues […]

todayNovember 24, 2021 42

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