Frank Davis, Author at Jasmine House

Wealthy Retirees Under Fire! Is Taxing Them a Smart Move?

22 January 2025Frank Davis

The proposed tax on affluent retirees has sparked debate in France. On January 21, during a morning show on TF1, the Minister of Labor, Astrid Panosyan-Bouvet, put forth a controversial suggestion aimed at funding the social protection sector, specifically the independence branch. Her plan involves imposing taxes on wealthy retirees, with the intention of alleviating […]

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Crypto Market Dips After Trump’s Inauguration: What Happened?

21 January 2025Frank Davis

### Major Changes in the Crypto Landscape In a surprising turn of events, the crypto market faced significant declines following the inauguration of President Donald Trump. A token named TRUMP, which was designed to symbolize the new administration, experienced a dramatic drop of **26% within just 24 hours**. Additionally, a meme token launched by First […]

High definition image of a futuristic cityscape with a looming ominous cloud. The front of the image depicts a diverse group of federal workers, of various genders and descents such as Hispanic, South Asian, Middle-Eastern, and Caucasian, looking upwards with expressions of worry and uncertainty. Some are holding tools or gadgets related to their jobs. The scene is entwined with a visual metaphor indicating job insecurity. The text 'Uncertain Futures for Federal Workers: Are Jobs at Risk?' arches over the image, giving the visual representation a poignant context.

Uncertain Futures for Federal Workers: Are Jobs at Risk?

19 January 2025Frank Davis

In a rapidly changing job landscape, many federal employees find themselves on the brink of uncertainty. Chelsea Milburn, a public affairs specialist for the Department of Education, reflects on her challenging journey over the past two years. Following significant health struggles, Milburn embraced the flexibility of working remotely, balancing her role with a chronic disability. […]

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China’s Economy: A Daring Comeback Amid Struggles! Will 2025 Bring More Hope?

17 January 2025Frank Davis

China’s Economic Performance in 2024 In 2024, China recorded a 5% growth rate, aligning with government forecasts, yet this marks the slowest pace since 1990, barring the pandemic years. Official data indicates that the year ended on a stronger note, with growth peaking at 5.4% in the final quarter, a rise from 4.6% in Q3 […]

TSMC Surprises Analysts: Record Earnings Propel Stock Higher! Revenue Growth Soars!

16 January 2025Frank Davis

TSMC Delivers Impressive Q4 Earnings In an exciting financial announcement, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the premier contract chipmaker globally, exceeded expectations for its fourth quarter, largely thanks to the soaring demand for advanced chips utilized in artificial intelligence. Following the announcement, TSMC’s stock experienced a significant surge in early trading. The company’s earnings report […]

Create a realistic high-definition image illustrating the concept of investors being on edge about potential major changes in the financial market. The image should show a group of diverse investors of various genders and descents. They could be in a meeting room, looking concerned and discussing while looking at a large screen displaying a graph indicating the 10-Year Treasury Yield approaching 5%. Use visual elements to communicate tension and uncertainty, such as intense facial expressions and an atmosphere charged with seriousness.

Investors on Edge: Is the 10-Year Treasury Yield About to Hit 5%?

14 January 2025Frank Davis

The Impact of Rising Treasury Yields on Market Sentiment As the 10-year Treasury yield approaches 5%, investor anxiety is palpable. This significant jump to 4.8% on Monday marks a crucial threshold that makes many wary. Historically, averages for this yield have lingered around 2.91% over the last two decades, making the current level unsettling for […]

An atmospheric high-definition image representing the concept of December Surprise: a surge in China's trade numbers. This could incorporate visual metaphors such as a bar graph rising like a rocket or a silk road heavily laden with goods, the graph or road showing a positive trend. The background can be an aerial view of bustling Chinese ports, with many ships carrying goods. To clarify the time of year, include elements of winter festivities such as snowflakes subtly falling on the scene.

December Surprise: China’s Trade Numbers Soar!

13 January 2025Frank Davis

**China’s trade surplus surged to an impressive $104.84 billion in December, driven by an unexpected rise in exports.** Official customs data released on Monday highlighted a year-on-year export increase of 10.7%, far exceeding predictions of a 7% boost, while imports edged up by just 1%. The growing trade surplus comes as Chinese manufacturers rushed orders […]

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Apple Faces Major Settlement! Is Your Privacy at Risk?

3 January 2025Frank Davis

**Apple Inc. has reached a staggering $95 million settlement in a legal case regarding its virtual assistant, Siri.** The lawsuit implicated the tech giant for allegedly eavesdropping on users without their consent. Accusations included not just unauthorized recording but also the improper sharing of these voice recordings with advertisers. In this settlement, Apple categorically denies […]

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Investors Celebrate Trump’s Election Victory! But Is It Too Good to Be True?

29 December 2024Frank Davis

### Stock Market Surge Ignites Caution Among Experts The announcement of Donald Trump becoming America’s 47th president has triggered a wave of enthusiasm among stock market participants. Investors have responded positively, injecting an impressive $149 billion into U.S. equity exchange-traded funds in November alone. This surge reflects a collective hope for **deregulation** and **tax reductions**, […]

Massive Donations Fuel Trump’s Inauguration CelebrationWill Influencers Buy Their Way In?

26 December 2024Frank Davis

The upcoming inauguration of Donald Trump is shaping into a lavish event, fueled by seven-figure donations from major corporations, cryptocurrency enterprises, and affluent individuals. These significant contributions are not just for show; they grant benefactors exclusive access to notable events and private gatherings with key members of the incoming administration. Prominent companies such as Amazon […]