Ali Budner
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India's ban on certain rice exports sends some U.S. consumers scrambling to find it on store shelves
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Ali Budner
Jul 28, 2023
The Indian government recently decided to ban exports of non-basmati varieties.
As some states lower the age to serve alcohol in restaurants, will teens be put at risk?
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Ali Budner
Jul 27, 2023
Critics worry that teens could be vulnerable to harassment or underage drinking, but supporters say it creates job opportunities.
Why homebuilders remain confident in spite of high interest rates
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Ali Budner
Jul 19, 2023
High interest rates are hitting the construction industry, but homebuilder confidence keeps growing, given the steady demand for new construction.
Economists forecast inflation cooling with the latest consumer price index this week
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Ali Budner
Jul 11, 2023
That would be a good sign for the Federal Reserve as it tries to get inflation under control.
Your financial advisor might also be your meditation coach
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Ali Budner
Jul 7, 2023
Many young adults, in particular, are looking for a more holistic approach to money. And the ones that do hire financial advisors want to talk about their mental and emotional wellbeing as well as the stock market.
Health care costs are expected to keep rising
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Ali Budner
Jul 6, 2023
Inflation has hit the medical industry hard.
Insurance premiums for fireworks displays are going up
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Ali Budner
Jul 5, 2023
The high cost and risk are causing some cities and counties to rethink their 4th of July shows.
What do people do with stimulus checks? Yes, buy stuff — but also pay down debt
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Ali Budner
Jul 3, 2023
A recent study from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows that people often use government stimulus money to pay off debt — especially if they have a lot of it.
Why there's a disconnect between consumer spending and consumer confidence
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Ali Budner
Jun 28, 2023
Tracking how shoppers feel is important — consumer spending makes up a whopping 70% of GDP.
In a tight housing market, both buyers and sellers are getting creative
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Ali Budner
Jun 22, 2023
Realtors are encouraging their clients to get creative if they really want to make a move while interest rates remain high and inventory remains low.