Coronavirus and Your Money

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  The repo market, explained — and why the Fed has pumped hundreds of billions into it

  You might not know it, but the repo market is the bedrock for the financial system.

  9 min read Sep 10, 2021
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  Sorry, we’re closed: The inside story of COVID-crushed small businesses and their comeback hopes

  The only thing harder than shutting down the world’s largest economy is bringing it all back to life.

  17 min read Aug 17, 2021
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  Fed keeps rates at near-zero, says economy has made progress

  As the economy rebounds, don’t expect the Fed’s extraordinary support to last forever.

  5 min read Jul 28, 2021
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  The COVID recession is officially over. Here’s why experts say that doesn’t matter

  The worst downturn in a lifetime was also the shortest.

  5 min read Jul 22, 2021
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  U.S. is easing travel restrictions. Time to use your rewards?

  As travel restrictions ease, there are questions surrounding whether it is time to use travel cards and points once more. Read to find out how to maximize your points or use your travel card in a different [...]

  4 min read Jul 22, 2021
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  Pent up travel demand has a ceiling

  As the pandemic fades from people’s minds, travel is ramping up. However, there are limits on traveling that remain because of COVID-19. Read our columnist’s take on traveling during this, at times, [...]

  3 min read Jul 16, 2021
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  Survey: Top economists say U.S. economy won’t be fully recovered from pandemic 12 months from now

  Here’s where the nation’s top economists see hiring, the Fed and inflation heading over the next year.

  9 min read Jun 29, 2021
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  Poll: Remote work pays off for almost 6 in 10 U.S. adults

  Bankrate’s poll revealed that remote work pays off for six in ten U.S. adults, which comes as many workforces are preparing to grapple with returning to in-person work. Read for more information on the [...]

  4 min read Jun 22, 2021
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  Should you be worried about inflation? Here’s what the experts are saying

  Higher inflation is here, but the big question is whether it’s here to stay or not.

  7 min read May 27, 2021
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  Facing long-term joblessness? Try these 7 things if you’re struggling to find work

  The longer an individual is out of a job, the more likely they are to lose skills, face discrimination from employers and see lower wages.

  8 min read May 18, 2021