US-Vietnam Partnership Boosts Semiconductors, Benefits American Industry
The United States and Vietnam have entered into a broad partnership in semiconductors, according to a press release released on the sidelines of the American president’s visit to the country. It will be “develop» Vietnam’s capabilities in this area, and this “for the benefit of American industry”, according to this text which praises “the ability […]
France Launches Major Awareness Campaign to Tackle Work Accidents: Safety at Work Becomes a National Priority
By Thomas Engrand Posted 2 minutes ago, Update 2 minutes ago Demonstration, on March 4, in Paris, of relatives of victims of fatal work accidents. RICCARDO MILANI/Hans Lucas via AFP DECRYPTION – With two fatal cases per day, France, which had made progress in this area, is seeing its results stagnate. From the end of […]
Unlocking the Potential of Vinted: Strategies for Successful Second-Hand Clothing Business
To do good business, there are many strategies. Adobe Stock/Aymeline Chemin/Le Figaro LE + ECO – The second-hand clothing exchange and resale platform appears to be a good way to make ends meet or buy at a lower price. Provided you know how to do it. Back to school, new season, sorting through cupboards, moving… […]
US New Home Sales Reach Highest Level in a Year Despite Rising Interest Rates: Commerce Department
By Le Figaro with AFP Posted 1 hour ago, Updated 1 hour ago This represents an increase of 4.4% compared to June. ungvar/stock.adobe.com New home sales in the United States rose more than expected in July, despite ever higher interest rates, even reaching their highest level in the last twelve months, according to data released […]
Sharp Decline in Unallocated Consumer Credit as Banks Prioritize Profitability
By Le Figaro with AFP Posted 14 minutes ago, Update just now The amount of consumer credit not allocated to a good fell from 3.81 billion euros between April and June 2022 to 2.75 billion euros chaylek / stock.adobe.com The amount of consumer credit not allocated to a good fell from 3.81 billion euros between […]
U.S. Mortgage Rates Reach Highest Level Since 2002, Adding Pressure on Homebuyers
U.S. mortgage rates hit their highest level since 2002 on Thursday, adding pressure on buyers already facing a tight housing market with rising prices. 30-year loans, the most popular in the world’s largest economy, thus reached a rate of 7.09%, according to the weekly average observed by the real estate refinancing group Freddie Mac, against […]
Recent Jackpot Winners: Decoding the 1.58 Billion Dollar Mega Millions Win and the Rise of Billion Dollar Jackpots
DECRYPTION – Like the jackpot of 1.58 billion dollars won by an American on August 8, jackpots exceeding one billion are more and more frequent. With today no less than 735 fortunes exceeding one billion dollars, according to Forbes magazine, which is constantly counting them, the United States remains a paradise for billionaires. From entrepreneur […]
Price Surge: The Soaring Costs of Rentals and Hotels During the Olympic Games in Paris
DECRYPTION – On online platforms, the increase in the price of rentals and hotels over the period of the Olympic Games is reaching new heights. The State and the players in the sector are studying ways to deal with it. Will it therefore be necessary to spend a fortune to settle down in Paris on […]
The Impact of the Post-Covid Era and Teleworking on Geographical Mobility: Challenges in the Housing Sector
DECRYPTION – The post-Covid era and teleworking have greatly facilitated their geographical mobility in 2021 and 2022. But as the housing sector seizes up due to rising interest rates, everything is in question. Summer months are good to change homes, and traditionally half of the annual movements in France take place between June and September. […]
The Irreparable Impact of Teleworking on Business Real Estate in Manhattan
By Maurin Picard Posted 1 minute ago, Updated 1 minute ago Buildings in Lower Manhattan, New York, in April 2021. About 40% of the area dedicated to the private sector in the city center would be abandoned. SPENCER PLATT/Getty Images via AFP REPORT – teleworking has become a lasting success across the Atlantic. With irreparable […]