Costco’s (COST)  reaping day is yet to come, with bigger gains anticipated this holiday season. Adobe has recently projected U.S. online sales to reach $240.8 billion during the 2024 holiday season, marking an 8.4% year-over-year increase, according to thefly.com’s report on Sept. 25. This growth signals a resurgence in consumer confidence as the U.S. economic … Read more
There was hope that, once the Federal Reserve started to cut interest rates on Sept. 18, some sort of huge rally might emerge. It didn’t exactly happen. Interest rates have been up a little. Stocks have climbed a bit higher, especially the Nasdaq Composite and Nasdaq-100 indexes. Microsoft (MSFT) , Amazon.com (AMZN,)  and even Apple … Read more
Being likable at work isn’t just about your personality; it’s a strategic advantage that can open doors for career advancement. Alison Fragale, organizational psychologist and author, Likeable Badass joined TheStreet to discuss her top communication strategies for becoming more well-liked in the workplace. Related: Expert tips on landing your dream job Full Video Transcript Below: CONWAY GITTENS: So tell … Read more
Consumer attitudes toward spending were beginning to improve over the summer, despite concerns about elevated prices and interest rates and uncertainty about the future. Consumer confidence increased in both July and August, according to the Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index, and consumers were less pessimistic about the future. The index in July rose to 101.9 … Read more
In the United States, National Coffee Day — an informal holiday most commonly known for the free and discounted coffees offered by certain cafes and fast-food chains — is celebrated annually on September 29th. International Coffee Day — the worldwide version of National Coffee Day — comes just two days later on October 1st. With … Read more
Many people are wary of sailing on a new cruise ship during its first year. That’s because cruise ships often experience technical problems early in their lives that don’t happen once everything settles in. It’s hard to know if that’s more myth than reality, but Icon of the Seas, Royal Caribbean’s second newest ship which … Read more
The Las Vegas Strip’s headliner showrooms attract some of the biggest names in entertainment for residencies and shorter engagements. Caesars Entertainment’s (CZR)  venues feature major performers like Adele at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Donny Osmond at Harrah’s Showroom, Shania Twain at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Las Vegas, and Wayne Newton at Bugsy’s Cabaret … Read more
Adults who are raising children while caring for their aging parents are part of what’s known as the ‘Sandwich Generation.’ Rising consumer prices combined with a competitive housing market are making it difficult for many families to get by. Adding the financial burden of caring for aging parents into an already tight budget can significantly … Read more
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In her “Captain’s Log” Instagram series, Celebrity Cruises’ Captain Kate McCue often highlights different areas of her ship. That usually means crew-only spaces, like the bridge and her captain’s cabin just off the bridge, that they otherwise would never be able to see. Related: Celebrity Cruise’s Captain Kate shares key advice for passengers In a … Read more