#financial-crisis

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fromBikemag
3 hours ago
Bicycling

Revel Hints at Hope for the Company's Future While Announcing Huge Sale on Select Inventory

Revel may have a chance to continue operations due to strong customer support despite facing significant financial troubles.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Peg o' My Heart review Hong Kong's disordered dream life is focus of Lynchian thriller

The film explores haunting dream imagery in post-2008 Hong Kong, focusing on the psychological turmoil tied to financial distress.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago
UK news

Mother of autistic boy left with 10,000 debt after breaching DWP rules by 1.92 a week

Carers risking fines over minimal income increases face oppressive repayment demands from government.
#real-estate
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

What Happens If the Housing Market Crashes? How to Protect Yourself

The 2008 subprime mortgage crisis was fueled by overleveraged loans masked by political influence.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Independent films

With a Recession Looming, Are No-Doc Mortgages Poised for a Comeback?

No-doc mortgages provide a way to secure home financing without standard documentation.
Current no-doc mortgages are available under much stricter regulations compared to pre-2008.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

What Happens If the Housing Market Crashes? How to Protect Yourself

The 2008 subprime mortgage crisis was fueled by overleveraged loans masked by political influence.
fromSFGATE
1 week ago
Independent films

With a Recession Looming, Are No-Doc Mortgages Poised for a Comeback?

No-doc mortgages provide a way to secure home financing without standard documentation.
Current no-doc mortgages are available under much stricter regulations compared to pre-2008.
more#real-estate
#uk-government
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago
UK news

NatWest profits surge 36% as government nears full exit from bank

NatWest's quarterly profits increased by 36%, signaling recovery and nearing full privatisation.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Council tax increases confirmed as 7 London boroughs apply for emergency funding to stave off bankruptcy

Council tax for six English councils can increase by up to 10% to avoid bankruptcy amid funding shortages.
fromBusiness Matters
3 days ago
UK news

NatWest profits surge 36% as government nears full exit from bank

NatWest's quarterly profits increased by 36%, signaling recovery and nearing full privatisation.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Council tax increases confirmed as 7 London boroughs apply for emergency funding to stave off bankruptcy

Council tax for six English councils can increase by up to 10% to avoid bankruptcy amid funding shortages.
more#uk-government
Social justice
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Did You Know Consumer Debt Has Reached an All-Time High?

Americans' personal finance struggles are deepening as consumer debt hits record levels, paralleling a growing national budget deficit.
France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Ligue 1's two-faced truth: European success is masking financial ruin | Philippe Auclair

Ligue 1 is achieving notable European success but is facing a significant financial crisis.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

L.A. County Expects $2 Billion in Fire Costs, Adding to Budget Woes

Los Angeles County is facing a significant financial crisis driven by wildfires, federal funding cuts, and a multi-billion-dollar settlement.
#tariffs
US news
fromtime.com
4 weeks ago

Global Markets Plunge as Trump Doubles Down on U.S. Tariffs

Global shares plummeted due to increased U.S. tariffs and backlash from Beijing, resulting in massive sell-offs across major markets.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Gordon Brown accuses Trump of weaponising' global trade system

Brown warns Trump's tariffs could destabilize global economy, urging synchronized global action similar to 2008 crisis.
US news
fromtime.com
4 weeks ago

Global Markets Plunge as Trump Doubles Down on U.S. Tariffs

Global shares plummeted due to increased U.S. tariffs and backlash from Beijing, resulting in massive sell-offs across major markets.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Gordon Brown accuses Trump of weaponising' global trade system

Brown warns Trump's tariffs could destabilize global economy, urging synchronized global action similar to 2008 crisis.
more#tariffs
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

SFMTA's fare evasion crackdown: Is it paying off amid financial crisis? Here's a look at numbers

SFMTA's increased inspections are effectively reducing fare evasion rates, which peaked at nearly 30% last year, crucial for the agency's financial health.
fromFuturism
4 weeks ago
US Elections

Bitcoin Is Crashing Hard

The impact of Trump's tariffs has led to a significant drop in Bitcoin value, indicating market volatility.
Business
fromBusiness Matters
4 weeks ago

Lloyds accused of abandoning small firms as it cut lending after financial crash

Lloyds Bank faces serious allegations of failing to support small businesses post-2008 financial crash despite receiving taxpayer funds.
NYC politics
fromAol
4 weeks ago

NYC restaurant destination turned into 'war zone' after MTA plants porta potty outside front doors

MTA construction project severely impacts local business viability and owner mental health.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Family's Cash Registers Ring as Financial Meltdown Plays Out

Trump capitalizes on financial turmoil to promote family businesses during a weekend of fundraising and events at his resorts.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

Fionnan Sheahan: Trump slump won't be pleasant, but this is a different beast to the grim days of Celtic Tiger crash

The Irish economy is now transitioning from a property bubble to a sustainable growth model.
#insolvency
Business
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Insolvencies soar to 16-year high as tax hike drives bosses to close up shop

Company insolvencies surged at the year's start, reaching levels not seen since the financial crisis, driven by challenging economic conditions.
Business
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Insolvencies soar to 16-year high as tax hike drives bosses to close up shop

Company insolvencies surged at the year's start, reaching levels not seen since the financial crisis, driven by challenging economic conditions.
more#insolvency
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on special needs education: inclusion must be about more than saving money | Editorial

The looming financial crisis for English councils threatens special education services due to past governmental accounting decisions.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago
SF politics

In Michigan, a diminished CFPB puts consumers at risk

Michigan consumers at risk due to exemptions in consumer protection laws, relying on CFPB for enforcement.
Diminishing the CFPB could lead to another financial crisis, warns Chopra.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Planned Parenthood's New York chapter requests $2.5M from NYC Council to protect care amid Medicaid cuts | amNewYork

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York urgently needs additional funding to maintain critical reproductive health services amid financial challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London politics

Nine in 10 councils in England to levy maximum council tax increase

Council tax will increase by nearly 5% in 2025, continuing a trend due to funding cuts and rising service costs.
NYC startup
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

iRobot tells investors its future is in doubt

iRobot warns of potential shutdown in 12 months due to debt unless refinancing or acquisition occurs.
#local-government
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Town hall leaders condemn ill-thought-out' plan to merge English councils

Local government restructuring plans face strong opposition from council leaders who believe they will worsen financial crises rather than provide savings.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
UK politics

Councillors could be prosecuted over debts - report

A Derbyshire parish council is facing insolvency and possible criminal charges due to severe financial mismanagement.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Town hall leaders condemn ill-thought-out' plan to merge English councils

Local government restructuring plans face strong opposition from council leaders who believe they will worsen financial crises rather than provide savings.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago
UK politics

Councillors could be prosecuted over debts - report

A Derbyshire parish council is facing insolvency and possible criminal charges due to severe financial mismanagement.
more#local-government
#british-council
more#british-council
#manchester-united
Manchester United
fromwww.90min.com
2 months ago

Man Utd's transfer debt reaches record high

Manchester United is facing a financial crisis with a large debt in unpaid transfer fees.
The club has seen a significant drop in revenues and operating profit.
Despite heavy spending on players, Manchester United struggles with on-field performance.
Manchester United
fromwww.90min.com
2 months ago

Man Utd's transfer debt reaches record high

Manchester United is facing a financial crisis with a large debt in unpaid transfer fees.
The club has seen a significant drop in revenues and operating profit.
Despite heavy spending on players, Manchester United struggles with on-field performance.
more#manchester-united
SF politics
from48 hills
2 months ago

The really depressing news about Muni - 48 hills

Muni's financial crisis is primarily a revenue issue, not due to overspending or mismanagement.
fromThe Oaklandside
2 months ago
Education

'There is still a way': Pushed to financial brink, OUSD board meets its new county overseers

Oakland school district faces a critical financial decision after a negative budget certification, necessitating immediate and strategic action for sustainability.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago
Business

Wall Street trader rates 12 banking and trading scenes in movies and TV

Jared Dillian rates banking and trading scenes in movies and TV for realism based on his Wall Street experience.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

We need people to recognise the urgency': Peterborough Cathedral faces financial ruin

Peterborough Cathedral faces a financial crisis requiring urgent fundraising to continue its operations without limiting public access.
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