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Dublin Farmers Market Reopens This Thursday!

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DUBLIN, CA – With spring now here, plenty of new produce is coming to Dublin. The Dublin Farmers' Market is set to reopen this Thursday and continue every subsequent Thursday from 4-8 p.m. at Emerald Glen Park through September 26, regardless of weather conditions. Visitors can find an array of items including fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade treats like pastries, as well as specialty products such as honey, pasta, gift options, and freshly prepared meals. Each month’s first Thursday will highlight a specific theme: April 3 Dublin Gives Back - Nonprofit Appreciation Evening May 1 Small Business Night June 5 At the Market - LGBTQ+ Pride Evening July 3 Parks and Rec Night August 7 Back to School Night - Fill Up the Patrol Car September 4 Acoustic Night See here To find out how to become a vendor at the market. In addition to food, the city’s Summer Concert Series returns June 12, and runs each Thursda...

Should I Sell My Stocks Before Trump's 'Liberation Day' Tariffs Affect My Retirement in 3 Years?

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In April, which is observed as National Financial Literacy Month, GudangMovies21 plans to release a collection of "Financial Fitness" pieces aimed at assisting readers in enhancing their financial well-being. These articles will provide guidance on saving, investing, and spending money prudently. Read more here . Dear Quentin, Given everything going on globally—including the ongoing U.S. trade war—what potential impacts might we see for the U.S. markets come April? Considering recent losses, should I consider selling off some of my stock holdings as a way to minimize further damage? At my age, nearing retirement in three years, recovery from these setbacks would likely be slower. Losing additional funds isn’t an option for me at this stage. Soon-to-be Retiree Related : I put $100,000 into the S&P 500 back in February and ended up losing $10,000. Could you tell me how long it might take for my investment to bounce back? ...

Bitcoin Price In Limbo Ahead Of Tariffs. Which Way Will Trading Break?

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Cryptocurrency prices are in flux as the markets await President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs, set to roll out on Wednesday and Thursday. Bitcoin and digital asset prices climbed on Tuesday. One analyst says it's a 50-50 shot to see a bitcoin rebound, or a further dive. Kindly view the video at Investors.com titled "Trump Tariffs Are Disrupting The Stock Market. Here’s How It Might Unfold." Approaching Liberation Day, the ambiguity surrounding the extent of the tariffs continues to keep Bitcoin and other risky assets in a state of suspense," noted Nic Puckrin, a crypto analyst and founder of The Coin Bureau, which is an educational platform for cryptocurrencies. Puckrin observed that Bitcoin has filled its latest CME gap from the weekend, which was near the $83,000 to $84,000 range. This CME gap signifies pricing differences between open and close values on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. Nonetheless, Bitcoin is currently trading...

Treasury Yields Slide as Tariffs and Jobs Data Loom

15:42 ET - The markets continue to exhibit a cautious sentiment, favoring the security offered by U.S. Treasury bonds as anticipation builds up before President Trump's significant tariffs announcement. At this moment, uncertainty reigns supreme. "Given how unpredictable this situation is, it's challenging to devise a strategy regarding these new tariffs; hence, we suggest waiting and observing," state analysts at LPL Financial. This major tariffs statement is anticipated later today. Prior to that, figures from ADP are projected to show an uptick in private-sector employment last month, rising to approximately 120,000 from July's figure of 77,000, based on estimates gathered by the Wall Street Journal. Weak manufacturing indices have further influenced bond yields downwards. Consequently, the yield on the ten-year treasury has decreased by 0.089 percentage points to stand at 4.156%, marking its lowest level since early December. Similarly, the yield on the two-...

CNBC Daily Open: Stocks Plunge as Trump's Tariff Chaos Worsens

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On Monday, which marked the final trading session of the quarter, U.S. equities faced significant declines over this duration. Both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite ended their runs of five consecutive quarterly gains with substantial drops, experiencing their most considerable three-month setbacks since 2022. Currently, the Nasdaq continues to be in a correction phase. However, this won’t be the final period of stock market volatility they encounter. Retaliatory tariffs targeting “all nations” will commence on Wednesday, according to U.S. President Donald Trump’s statement on Sunday. Although Trump characterizes the initiation of these tariffs as "independence day,” not everyone views it with such optimism. For instance, Goldman Sachs reduced its prediction for U.S. economic expansion and increased its estimate for the inflation rate in 2025, indicating the potential for stagflation. Alternatively, they foresee a possible recession. Consequently, this led them to...

U.S. Stocks Roar Back: Investors Look Overseas

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Concerns over trade tariffs and economic conditions caused the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite to experience their most challenging quarters since 2022, leading certain investors to seek opportunities abroad as a result of this downturn. The Trump administration’s inconsistent rollout of a tariff fight With the U.S.'s largest trading partners experiencing changes, analysts are adjusting their predictions for economic expansion downward and increasing their projections for inflation. The technology sector that propelled stock indices to record levels is now losing momentum. This shift has investors concerned. big and small have been moving their bets to Europe—where new expenditure plans might revitalize an sluggish economy—and further abroad. On Monday, the market experienced significant fluctuations as it has been facing intense pressure over recent weeks. Following a worldwide sell-off during the night, U.S. equities started off substantially down but recovered sign...

Should You Open a Long-Term CD This April?

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The Federal Reserve convened earlier this month and declared it would continue the rate pause It has been in effect since the start of the year. The Federal Reserve's choice probably indicates that certificate of deposit (CD) Rates will remain unchanged for now, as certificate of deposit (CD) rates typically align with adjustments in the Federal Reserve's key interest rate. This is positive news for savers since CD rates continue to be high following their peak over the last few years. Actually, accounts that have at least 4% can be easily obtained from numerous banking institutions. When purchasing CDs, you generally face two main options: long-term CDs with durations exceeding one year and short-term CDs lasting twelve months or fewer. Each type offers fixed interest rates along with assured earnings and represents a minimal risk investment strategy. In today’s financial climate, long-term CDs present an intriguing possibility due to their compet...

Bank of America Sees Mortgage Applications Soar by 80% in Q1, Executive Reveals

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By Saeed Azhar NEW YORK (GudangMovies21) - Bank of America experienced an 80% increase in mortgage applications from January to March due to higher home availability and declining long-term bond yields attracting more buyers, according to an executive statement. "There’s been a consistent rise in home purchasing trends, exceeding typical seasonal patterns,” stated Matt Vernon, who leads consumer lending at the nation's second-largest bank, during his conversation with GudangMovies21. “From January until now, we’ve experienced an 80% surge in loan applications compared to our usual expectation of approximately 60%. The decline in U.S. 10-year Treasury yield levels this past autumn—which serve as indicators for mortgage interest rates—prompted additional buyers to re-enter the real estate market.” In September, the yield fell to around 3.6%, marking the lowest point since June 2023. This decline led to a decrease in the 30-year mortgage rate to 6.1% in early October....

US 30-Year Mortgage Rate Drops to 6.65%, Ending Two-Week Rise

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This week saw a minor decrease in the typical interest rate for a 30-year mortgage across the U.S., which is good news for those looking to buy homes during the season when the real estate market usually peaks. The rate dropped to 6.65% from 6.67% the previous week, according to mortgage buyer Freddie Mac on Thursday. Compared to this time last year when the rate was averaging 6.79%, there has been a slight decrease. This marks the first decrease in the average rate following two consecutive increases. Since mid-January, when rates peaked at slightly above 7%, the average rate has been trending downward, providing some respite for potential buyers finding it difficult to purchase homes amid persistently high costs. The borrowing expenses for 15-year fixed-rate mortgages, commonly chosen by homeowners looking to refinance their home loans, increased this week. This rise pushed the average interest rate up to 5.89% from 5.83% recorded the previous week. According to Freddie M...

Gold Hits New Peak as Trump's Auto Tariffs Bring More Gains

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The stock market remains largely unchanged following President Donald Trump’s most recent round of tariffs. In contrast, gold prices are shining brightly. Trump’s declaration of a 25% tariff on imported cars and automotive components is thrilling news for the metals market. On Thursday, gold values surged by 1.5%, adding $46 to reach $3,069 per ounce. This jump positions gold close to achieving record-breaking levels and marks its biggest single-day increase in price since March 18th. The S&P 500, having dropped approximately 1.1% on Wednesday before the statement was released, remained steady. Investors are concerned that the new tariffs might adversely affect the weakening U.S. economy and introduce additional geopolitical instability by straining relationships with trade allies. particularly those located in Europe and Asia , who might choose to seek revenge. The market’s anxiety is good news for gold, the classic investment haven, which was in a historic run-u...

Gold Futures Soar to Record Highs Amid U.S. Tariff-Fueled Trade Tensions

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By Anmol Choubey (GudangMovies21) - On Thursday, U.S. gold futures reached an all-time high as investors turned to this secure asset class amid rising global trade conflicts and falling stock markets after U.S. President Donald Trump declared additional tariffs on automobiles. U.S. gold futures increased by 1.1%, reaching $3,056.10, following an unprecedented peak of $3,065.50 during the trading session. Meanwhile, spot gold advanced to $3,047.89 per ounce at 09:10 a.m. ET (1310 GMT). Historically, gold has been viewed as a safeguard during times of economic and political instability and tends to perform well when interest rates are low. This year, gold spot prices have reached 16 new records, peaking at an unprecedented level of $3,057.21 on March 20th. "It seems we'll witness gold futures reach $3100 soon, primarily due to safe-haven buying," caused by uncertainties surrounding Trump's tariff proposals, explained Bob Haberkorn, senior market strategis...

Here's How Your $5,000 Could Grow: The Power of a High-Yield Savings Account

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Should you find additional funds parked in a conventional savings or checking account, you might be foregoing easy earnings. Searching for a safe spot to increase your savings? Check out our expert recommendations for the top FDIC-insured high-yield savings accounts currently offered. - savor mental tranquility with advantageous interest rates. High-yield savings accounts (HYSAs) provide interest rates approximately 10 times higher than those of typical bank accounts, enabling your funds to expand more rapidly while maintaining their security and ease of access. Therefore, what type of returns might you anticipate when placing $5,000 into a high-yield savings account? We'll go through it step-by-step. What kind of return can you get with an investment of $5,000? The income you generate relies on the annual percentage yield (APY) provided by your banking institution. As per data from the FDIC, the nationwide average stands at 0.41%. However, hi...

Profit 33,36% Tahunan: Harga Emas Antam Hari Ini Turun Drastis (22 Maret 2025)

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gudangmovies21.CO.ID - Sabtu (22 Maret 2025), harga emas Hari ini Antam 24 karat di Logam Mulia mengalami penurunan harga sebesar Rp 15.000 per gram, yaitu dari harga semulaRp 1.779.000 per gram menjadi Rp 1.764.000 per gram. Adapun harga buy back Hari ini harga Logam Mulia turun Rp 15.000 per gram, berkurang dariRp 1.630.000 per gram menjadi Rp 1.615.000 per gram. Oleh karena itu, perbedaan antara harga jual emas dan harga buyback saat ini adalah Rp 149.000 per gram. Sejauh ini, Antam telah mengimplementasikan dua jenis harga untuk produk logam mulia mereka: harga jual emas serta harga pembelian balik. buyback ). Tonton: Harga Emas Antam Terjun Bebas Hari Ini (22 Maret 2025) Ringkasan Penting: Harga untuk Logam Mulia 24 karat Antam hari ini adalah Rp 1.76 juta. 4.000 per gram. Harga beli kembali emas An...

Tahap Akhir Penukaran Uang Baru Lebaran 2025? Ikuti Tutorial Ini!

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gudangmovies21 , Jakarta - Warga dapat mengakses informasi serta mendaftar diri untuk penukaran uang baru, menjelang Lebaran 2025 Melalui aplikasi Pertukaran dan Pencairan Uang Rupiah Bank Indonesia atau disingkat sebagai PINTAR BI. Proses penukaran uang di bank sentral ini akan mencapai tahap terakhir, hampir tepat menjelang perayaan Hari Raya Idul Fitri 1446 Hijriah. Layanan Cerdas BI membantu publik melakukan pertukaran mata uang, jadi mereka tak perlu antri di kantor Bank Indonesia. Berikut adalah langkah-langkah sederhana dan efisien yang dapat dipraktikan oleh masyarakat untuk memenuhi permintaan akan uang baru. Langkah Menukar Uang Melalui Aplikasi - Kandidat penukar yang dapat membuka halaman web Pintar BI di website tersebut pintar.bi.go.id . - Selanjutnya pilih opsi 'Tukar Uang Rupiah Lewat Kas Keliling'. -Pilih 'Lihat Lokasi' untuk mencari tempat tukar uang yang paling dekat. -...

Konglomerat Besar Berebut Beli Saham saat IHSG Turun: Dari Prajogo hingga Boy Thohir

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Beberapa konglomerat dan pejabat tinggi memanfaatkan momen ketika Indeks Harga Saham Gabungan alias IHSG anjlok dengan melaksanakan pembelian saham. Di hari Selasa, tanggal 18 Maret, IHSG turun sebesar 6%, sehingga Bursa Efek Indonesia alias BEI harus menerapkan penghentian sementara perdagangan atau dikenal juga sebagai trading halt pada waktu tersebut. Dalam situasi penurunan nilai saham tersebut, banyak konglomerat serta Direktur dan Komisari beberapa perusahaan membeli langsung saham di pasar modal. Tindakan pembelian ini mencerminkan keyakinan mereka pada kondisi ekonomi Indonesia secara umum dan performa perusahaan tertentu. Prajoko Pangestu, orang terkaya urutan pertama di Indonesia, dikenal telah memperoleh sejumlah besar saham dari PT Barito Renewable Energy Tbk (BREN) pada saat Indeks Harga Saham Gabungan (IHSG) sedang mengalami penahanan perdagangan atau trading halt. Transaksi tersebut melibatkan pembelian 1,77 juta saham BREN dengan rata-rata harga beli mencapai R...

Sri Mulyani: Utang Indonesia Tetap Jadi Favorit Investor Asing

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5.180.24.3 , Jakarta - Kementerian Keuangan telah berhasil mendapatkan sebesar Rp 28 triliun melalui penawaran surat utang negara (SUN) hari ini, yakni Selasa, 18 Maret 2025. Demikian disampaikan oleh Menteri Keuangan. Sri Mulyani Indrawati menjelaskan bahwa ketertarikan investor luar negeri pada surat utang pemerintah tetap dalam posisi tinggi. Menurut Sri Mulyani, walaupun pasar saham mengalami gejolak, keyakinan investor tetap kokoh. "Meskipun ada fluktuasi signifikan di pasar saham, penjualan obligasi pemerintah hari ini malahan mencatatkan hasil yang luar biasa. Permintaannya sangat besar," katanya saat memberi keterangan pers di Kantor Pusat Ditjen Pajak Jakarta, Selasa 18 Maret 2025. Menurutnya hal itu membuktikan bahwa kepercayaan investor kepada pemerintah serta Anggaran Pendanaan Belanja Negara (APBN) masih teguh. Kasir negara mencatat tawaran yang diterima atau incoming bid Pada lelang Surat...

Recession fears are mounting — Powell’s stances on these 4 issues could dictate America’s economic path in months ahead

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Following the conclusion of the pandemic, financial markets typically dismissed times of tepid economic figures and associated concerns over an upcoming recession. This year has been different. Growing ambiguity regarding the future prospects has increased among both consumers and businesses due to the economic policies introduced by the new Trump administration. As a result, investors have become more cautious, perceiving that the economy has significantly decelerated. This week, investors in the stock market will focus on the Federal Reserve for clues about four key areas of worry. The first is economic fragility. Economists are now busy slashing their growth estimates for the year. Former Boston Fed President Eric Rosengren told gudangmovies21an interview he now sees growth for the year at 1%, down from his prior forecast of 2.4%. Julia Coronado, who leads MacroPolicy Perspectives, stated that a survey of economists conducted around the time of the Fede...

The Era of Hands-Off Investing Is Over for Many Americans

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For many years, Yoram Ariely refrained from touching most of his investments, choosing instead to navigate the fluctuations of the stock market. However, last Tuesday, he reached his limit. The 82-year-old sold off nearly half of his stock holdings due to concerns over President Trump’s economic policies, particularly the impact of tariffs. There might be further reductions in his portfolio as well. "The choices are shifting every day," stated Ariely, a former business proprietor from Longboat Key, Florida. The disorganized combination of tariffs and federal spending reductions under the Trump administration has alarmed numerous ordinary investors, causing them to doubt the strategy of passively buying and holding onto stocks. The S&P 500, known for providing difficult-to-match returns, slipped into correction territory this past week as Wall Street expressed concern about the state of the economy. sliding toward recession . During the initial two week...