Economy

Entrepreneurs cash in on fantasy sports leagues

There’s big money in fantasy sports, reports NPR News. That’s because people put real money on the line to take part in fantasy leagues—last year alone, the news outlet says participants shelled out more than $1 billion. Read: Which baseball team ranks highest? As a result, small businesses are springing up and boosting the fantasy-sports […]

By Staff |September 24, 2013

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Absent employees cost economy $16.6B in 2012

Did an employee call in sick today? It’s going to cost your business owner clients.

By Staff |September 24, 2013

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What spooked the Fed?

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) stunned markets this week by choosing not to cut back on its asset-buying program. Stimulus-thirsty investors rejoiced: not only was their proverbial punchbowl not taken away, it was refilled.

By David Andrews |September 20, 2013

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Armenia launches Kardashian bond

Whether it’s a renewed interest in emerging markets, or simply the name, Armenia’s Kardashian bond has enjoyed strong demand, reports NBC News. It’s named after TV personality Kim Kardashian, who is of Armenian descent, and never fails to make headlines. She and rapper Kanye West welcomed daughter North West in June. Read: Cash in on […]

September 20, 2013

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