Does Investing Work The Same In China?
Compared to the U.S., which has been trading stocks since 1792, China's stock market is relatively young, only opening up again in mainland China in the 1990s.
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The Unexpected Value Of Old Video Game Consoles Today
Video gaming at home dates back more than 50 years, to 1972. However, the systems on this list are a bit more recent: three from the 1990s and two from 2000.
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What The CFPB's Recent Supreme Court Victory Means For Consumers
On May 16, 2024, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 7-2, upholding the constitutionality of its funding structure.
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The Most Valuable Retro Video Games Ever Sold
"Pong" in 1975 was the first video game to capture the attention of gamers. As for the most expensive titles ever sold? Those hail from the 1980s and '90s.
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Bill Gates' Worst Tech Predictions
Innovation relies on thinking big. In Bill Gates' case, he's been right about a good many tech ideas, but he's also gotten a few wrong -- at least at first.
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Finding This One Thing Can Make You Happier At Work
Everyone's work situation is different, however, research suggests that finding this one thing in our day to day can result in a happier, motivated outlook.
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Your Harry Potter Book Set Could Be Worth A Ton A Money
2023 marked the 25th anniversary for the "Harry Potter" series. The fact that over 500 million books have been sold makes the rare edition even more valuable.
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These VHS Tapes Of Classic Movies Are Worth A Ton Of Money
For over two decades, VHS was how we watched movies at home. While the format is obsolete today, certain titles are still selling at auction, for a lot.
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Which States Allow Sports Betting?
Thirty-eight states and the District of Columbia have legalized sports betting. We take a look at the holdouts and which states are soon likely to join the 38.
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The Unexpected Value Of A PEP Cereal Box Today
PEP was a whole-wheat breakfast cereal introduced by Kellogg's in 1923 as a rival to Wheaties. And like Wheaties, some PEP boxes are collectible today.
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The Real Reason Social Media Sites Are Turning To Subscriptions
Since the early days of social media, participation has always been free. Now, however, some sites are turning to subscriptions, and the reasons are twofold.
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The Dark History Behind The World's First Billionaire
The world's first billionaire became a billionaire only after the Supreme Court dissolved his company, Standard Oil, for violating the Sherman Act.
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What Actually Controls The Price Of Homes?
While supply and demand certainly drive home prices, other variables like changing market demographics can help to explain the bigger housing picture.
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Affordable Ways To Increase Your Home's Value On A Budget
When it comes to selling a house, know there are ways to improve your home's value without breaking the bank. Smaller projects can make a big difference.
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America's Biggest Donors In 2023
On average, Americans donate about 2% to 3% of their income. While America's top donors exceed this number, the least-generous billionaires do not.
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How Queen Elizabeth II's Fortune Was Divided After Her Death
Though Queen Elizabeth II's will has been sealed for 90 years, the main beneficiary of her considerable fortune can be guessed. Here's what we know.
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The Most Valuable Monopoly Board Game Ever Made
Over 275 million Monopoly sets have sold since its debut. As for the most valuable Monopoly board game, there's only one and it's in the Smithsonian.
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Dow 40,000: Why A Booming Stock Market Might Actually Be Bad For You
The Dow hitting 40,000 means good things for investors, but the bull market's effect on inflation and interest rates spells another story for consumers.
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The Unexpected Price Of Game Boy Games Today
Game Boy came out on April 21, 1989, more than 35 years ago. The rarer the game, the more valuable, with the two most valuable being about a root vegetable.
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Funko Pop! Figures That Are Worth A Ton Of Money
Since debuting at the 2011 San Diego Comic-Con, Funko Pop! figures have been collectible, with some limited-edition Funkos worth tens of thousands of dollars.
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Why Henry Ford Doubled Worker Wages To $5 In 1914
Imagine getting a 114% salary boost overnight. That's what happened to Ford Motor Company employees in 1914 when Henry Ford announced a new profit-sharing plan.
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Why Sportsbooks Pivoted Away From 'Risk-Free' Bets
Since 2018, U.S. sports betting has soared. At the start, though, sportsbooks tried various ways to reel in new bettors, like offering "risk-free" bets.
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States With The Highest Marijuana Revenue In The US
Today, medical marijuana is legal in 38 states, while 24 allow for recreational use. The state with the greatest revenue is the one with the most dispensaries.
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Outrageous Insider Trading Busts We Still Can't Get Over
What makes insider trading so audacious is the fact that everyone knows it's illegal. Yet people, like those on this list, still try to make gains from it.
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The Largest Bets Ever Placed
When discussing the largest sports bets in history, it doesn't begin until the bet reaches $1 million. For gamblers, these three bets are the stuff of legends.
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The Best And Worst Stock Predictions In United States History
Predicting the unpredictable is a way to describe the stock market. Just take a look at our roundup of devastating losses, major wins, and regrettable what-ifs.
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The Cost Of Crime For Those Living In America's Most Dangerous Cities
The economic and societal costs of crime for those living in the most dangerous U.S. cities is even more striking when compared to those living in the safest.
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