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Bank Executives Say There Could be Some Bubbles in Asset Markets
October 14, 2025

U.S. banks are benefiting from a surge in equity markets and continued resilience in consumer spending, while being wary of some possible bubbles in the markets, Reuters reported Tuesday (Oct. 14). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Small Business Owners Remain Optimistic Despite Growing Supply Chain Disruptions
October 14, 2025

Small business owners’ optimism declined by 2 points in September but remained above the 52-year average, the National Federation of Independent Business said Tuesday (Oct. 14). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Philadephia Fed Chief Says Tariff-Induced Price Increases ‘Somewhat Smaller Than Anticipated’
October 13, 2025

Philadelphia Fed President and CEO Anna Paulson said Monday (Oct. 13) that tariff-induced price increases have been “somewhat smaller than anticipated” and that the increases that have been seen are unlikely to leave “a lasting imprint on inflation.” Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Analysts to Watch for Signs of Headwinds in Banks’ Earnings Reports
October 13, 2025

With several banks set to report their third quarter earnings this week, analysts reportedly expect them to show strong growth but will also be looking for signs of headwinds from delinquencies in student and auto loans. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Robinhood Aims to Increase Presence in Prediction Markets Space
October 13, 2025

Robinhood is reportedly looking at the prediction markets space as it continues to expand its offerings beyond its retail trading platform. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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Government Workers Seek Side Gigs Amid Ongoing Shutdown
October 13, 2025

Federal employees are increasingly turning to side gigs amid ongoing layoffs and a government shutdown. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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JPMorgan Launches $1.5 Trillion National Economic Security Plan
October 13, 2025

JPMorgan Chase wants to focus $1.5 trillion on “industries critical to national economic security.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Inflation Clouds Consumer Sentiment, Nudging Households Toward Credit
October 10, 2025

Consumer sentiment paused its late-summer slide in October, but the story behind the headline hasn’t changed: households remain fixated on high prices and a softening job outlook, and they don’t expect quick improvement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Subprime Car Buyers Pressured by High Prices and Stagnant Wages
October 10, 2025

Subprime borrowers are reportedly having a harder time keeping up with their car payments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...