Ex-Walmart CEO Proposes That the Company Might Handle Tariff Effects
It seems Walmart might be able to boost profit margins while managing the effects of tariffs. Former CEO Bill Simon suggests that there’s concern among voters that American consumers, particularly those in swing states, could use tariffs as an excuse to criticize the company. Simon spoke on CNBC, where host Melissa Lee mentioned, “90% of […]
UnitedHealth withstood a shooting but couldn’t handle its own customers.
On Tuesday morning, UnitedHealth Group executives found themselves in a tough spot. A few weeks earlier, on April 17, the parent company of UnitedHealthcare revealed its first quarter results, adjusting its outlook for 2025 downward. Yet, it turned out that things were much worse than anticipated. The company halted guidance entirely, revealing substantial financial issues. […]
‘It supports everything’: how couples handle their finances in a relationship
When Laura, a teacher from Manchester, moved in with her husband, they thought finances weren’t a big deal. They had similar incomes, shared expenses, and frequently found themselves a bit short on cash, comparing it to navigating a fun yet somewhat precarious situation with their finances. However, things shifted over time. When they decided to […]
How to handle Donald Trump? Don’t confront him by yourself.
Trump’s Trade Agreement and Its Implications On Thursday, Donald Trump seemed determined to dominate the news cycle with the announcement of his first trade agreement with the UK. He gathered some Cabinet members in the Oval Office, hoping to shift attention from global events, particularly those unfolding in Rome. There, Trump appeared less influential compared […]
Is the Social Security increase not happening? Here’s how to handle it.
The Social Security Equality Act, which was signed by former President Joe Biden in January, has increased benefits for many seniors in the United States. However, some individuals may still not see their increases. As of May 2nd, the Social Security Administration reported that 84% of eligible workers are receiving increased benefits, totaling about 2.4 […]
Expect to Be Deceived: Newt Gingrich Advises the White House on How to Handle Beijing
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich expressed concerns on Wednesday regarding the U.S.-China diplomatic relations, suggesting that the Trump administration should approach dealings with Beijing with a fair amount of skepticism. While he participated in a Swiss conference at the Trump administration’s invitation, Gingrich criticized the U.S. tariff increase and stated that he would resist external […]
Unstable assailant hits NYC subway passenger with knife handle
A man assaulted a 38-year-old individual in Queens on Monday, striking him in the head with the butt of a knife after an explosion on the train, according to law enforcement and sources. This unfortunate incident occurred as the victim was nearing the 69th Avenue station in Woodside at around 1:40 a.m. Officers reported that […]
Media ‘Can’t Handle Humor… Catholics Enjoyed It’
President Donald Trump remarked that Catholics “loved” the AI-generated image of him as the pope. During an interaction with reporters in the Oval Office on Monday, Trump, who has emphasized religious freedom since returning to office, suggested that “Catholics aren’t too pleased with how you look like the Pope.” “Well, you know, they can’t take […]
The UK is reflecting US frustration over how to handle Trump.
Recently, I found myself in London for a meeting that was both common and strikingly different. The discussion wasn’t focused on the current events of the day, but rather on President Trump’s actions throughout the year and what implications they held for the UK and Europe. Unfortunately, the insights shared were quite concerning—not an exaggeration. […]
How should investors handle their 401(k) or IRA during market volatility?
“Claman Countdown” panelists Jack Janasivic and Keith Fitz Gerard discuss how to deal with market volatility in their tariff policy. Financial markets have experienced historic volatility amid rising uncertainty from President Donald Trump's trade war with China and other countries, with experts saying investors should stick to long-term plans and resist the urge to make […]