US State Department criticizes increase in executions of protesters in Iran
The Iranian government has notably increased the execution rate of dissidents and activists, though the true scale of these actions is likely hidden due to stringent internet restrictions and blackouts imposed by the regime. Since the uprising began in January, the Iranian authorities have launched a severe crackdown on dissent. The Iranian Human Rights Association […]
More than 20% returns: How NRIs can benefit significantly after banks increase FCNR(B) deposit rates
RBI’s New Deposit Scheme for NRIs The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a foreign currency non-resident (FCNR) deposit scheme aimed at enhancing foreign inflows. This initiative is particularly targeted at non-resident Indians (NRIs), providing them with attractive investment options. As of Wednesday, banks have started to increase interest rates on these deposits. HDFC […]
Retirees may receive a significantly larger Social Security increase in 2027 because of inflation.
Recently, it feels like grocery prices, gas, and nearly everything else are surging. It’s frustrating, right? But maybe there’s a bit of good news in all this upheaval. For those on Social Security, higher inflation means potential increases in monthly payments. So, that’s something to look forward to. The Price Surge is Real Just when […]
City approves updated health insurance rates as health care costs increase
District 5 Councilman Ruben Gutierrez and Mayor Victor Trevino at a City Council meeting at the Joe A. Guerra Laredo Public Library on June 11, 2026. District 7 Councilwoman Vanessa Perez at the special City Council meeting on June 11, 2026. Mayor Pro Tem Gilbert Gonzalez, District 2 Councilman Ricardo Rangel, and District 3 Councilman […]
Social Security COLA for 2027 could rise to 4.7%, according to one estimate. This chart illustrates the prices causing the increase.
A customer shops for produce at a HEB grocery store on May 11, 2026 in Austin, Texas. Consumer prices have climbed in May, pushing the annual inflation rate to a three-year high, according to recent government data. This suggests that the Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will be 4.7% in 2027, based on new estimates […]
Dollar Index climbs above 99.50 as tensions in the Middle East and rising US PPI increase demand.
The US Dollar Index (DXY), which gauges the dollar’s strength against a set of six other currencies, is hovering around 99.80 during Asian trading on Friday. This uptick seems linked to ongoing uncertainty in the Middle East and recent inflation reports from the US. Later today, preliminary figures for the Michigan Consumer Confidence Index for […]
Producer Prices Increase at the Quickest Yearly Rate in More Than Three Years
Rising Energy Costs Impact U.S. Business Prices In May, the costs of goods and services for U.S. businesses surged at the fastest annual rate seen in more than three years, largely due to rising energy prices. The Labor Department revealed that the producer price index (PPI) for final demand jumped by 1.1% from April to […]
Texas economy reaches $2.9 trillion with significant increase in per-person production.
Texas Economic Growth and Wealth Increase Texas is experiencing significant growth, not just in population, but also in the wealth of its residents. Critics have argued for some time that the state’s economic progress is primarily due to a numbers game—more people move in, and businesses follow. However, recent federal data suggests that the picture […]
Stock futures decline as the U.S. conducts more strikes on Iran, oil prices increase: Live updates
Stock futures took a hit and oil prices climbed on Wednesday night following new U.S. strikes against Iran. S&P 500 futures fell by 0.4%, while Nasdaq 100 futures dropped by 0.6%. Similarly, Dow Jones Industrial Average futures lost 123 points, translating to a 0.3% decrease. On Thursday, Asia-Pacific markets opened lower, with South Korea’s Kospi […]
Inflation Decreased in May Despite Annual Increase Reaching 4.2%
Consumer Prices Spike in May Consumer prices saw a significant increase in May, primarily driven by rising energy costs, pushing the country’s inflation rate to its highest in three years. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose by 0.5% in May compared to April, as reported by the Labor Department. Year-over-year, prices have grown by 4.2%. […]