With US borrowers at a decade high for potential second defaults on commercial property loans, the “extend and pretend” strategy raises alarms about systemic risks in the banking sector.
On Election Day, prediction markets remained surprisingly stable, prompting discussions about their efficiency and the role of insider information. With changing regulations, could prediction markets soon rival sports betting in popularity?
America’s net worth has soared to $154 trillion post-crisis. But with much of that wealth concentrated at the top, inequality remains a critical issue. What’s next for the economy and society?
Financial experts rely on math to make smarter choices, using tools like portfolio optimization and discounted cash flow analysis. Here’s how asset managers and investment bankers use calculus and algebra to balance risk and reward.
Navigating the Ups and Downs of Chinese Stocks
If you’re wondering why mortgage rates went up after the Fed cut interest rates, you’re not alone. Mortgage rates follow a different set of rules, and the bond market often has more to say about it than the Fed does. Here’s why lower rates aren’t guaranteed from here.