Winter Magic on the Jersey Shore at ICONA Avalon

  The New Jersey shore brings instant thoughts of sun-soaked beaches, bustling boardwalks, and classic summertime memories. But, I’ll let you in on a secret – winter along the Jersey shore holds its own special magic, especially at ICONA Avalon Resort. During what they’ve dubbed “Cozy Season,” the Winter Wonderland celebration at ICONA Avalon transforms […]

China’s stimulus measures are just trickling through the economy

A large advertisement touting China’s “trade-in” policy hangs outside a housing construction project in Nanjing, China, on Nov. 29, 2024. Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty Images China’s latest efforts to kickstart growth haven’t had a broad impact yet, data and company earnings show, indicating the world’s second-largest economy won’t be roaring back soon. Growth in […]

AEO, FIVE, SNPS and more

Check out the companies making headlines in after-hours trading. American Eagle Outfitters – Shares plunged 12% after the retailer reported weaker-than-expected revenue for the third quarter. For the period, American Eagle posted $1.29 billion in revenue, below the consensus estimate of $1.30 billion, according to LSEG. The retailer also offered a weak holiday outlook and […]

More employers add 401(k) plan match for those paying student loans

Morsa Images | Digitalvision | Getty Images Companies can now offer their workers a “match” on their student loan payments in the form of a contribution to their 401(k) plan — and a small but growing number of employers are taking advantage. Traditionally, companies have only paid a 401(k) match to workers based on their […]

Powell says he’s not worried about the Fed losing its independence under Trump

Jerome Powell, chairman of the US Federal Reserve, right, speaks during the New York Times DealBook Summit at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York, US, on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024.  Yuki Iwamura | Bloomberg | Getty Images NEW YORK — Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Wednesday he isn’t worried that President-elect Donald Trump […]