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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In the past, working from home full-time was a rare opportunity, but the pandemic shifted the workforce landscape, creating a surge of full-time and part-time remote positions. Whether it’s working remotely for a company or starting your own business, these days there’s no shortage of work-from-home opportunities.Working remotely has huge advantages for those who prefer a more flexible work environment. Pros of working from home can include:No time or cost spent on commuting.Less cost dedicated to professional attire.More options for home base location and travel opportunities.Schedules that allow people to work when…

Freelance Platforms MarketThe freelance platforms report describes and explains the freelance platforms market and covers 2019-2024, termed the historic period, and 2024-2029, 2034F termed the forecast period. The report evaluates the market across each region and for the major economies within each region.The global freelance platforms market reached a value of nearly $7.32 billion in 2024, having grown at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.01% since 2019. The market is expected to grow from $7.32 billion in 2024 to $16.45 billion in 2029 at a rate of 17.55%. The market is then expected to grow at a CAGR…

The 10-year US Treasury yield hit its highest level since April 2025, further reducing gold’s appeal as a non-yielding asset. Investors now await Friday’s Nonfarm Payrolls (NFP) report, which could provide crucial insights into the Fed’s next policy moves. Silver Holds Ground Amid Safe-Haven Demand Silver (XAG/USD) traded modestly higher, reaching $30.13 with an intraday high of $30.18. The metal has retained its safe-haven appeal amid geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty. However, like gold, silver remains under pressure from the strengthening US Dollar, which continues to attract investor attention over non-yielding metals. Outlook: Fed Speeches and NFP Report Investor focus…

eFood delivery workers in Athens have announced another 24-hour strike on Friday January 10. Workers  argue the popular food delivery app has been working to chisel away their rights by pushing them from salaried full-contract positions to working as freelancers. The union demands all freelancers be hired as salaried employees, that they negotiate a collective labor agreement with eFood, and that the company ensures worker safety and provides the legally-required protective equipment to all workers.Under Labor Law 4808, known colloquially as the Hatzidakis Act, delivery workers are defined as freelancers if they can delegate the work to third parties, choose or…

The Japanese Yen strengthens in reaction to strong wage growth data from Japan.  The uncertainty over the likely timing of the next BoJ rate hike might cap the JPY. Hawkish Fed, and elevated US bond yields should support the USD/JPY pair. The Japanese Yen (JPY) attracts some intraday sellers and lifts the USD/JPY pair back above the 158.00 mark heading into the European session on Thursday. Despite strong wage growth data from Japan, skepticism about the likely timing of when the Bank of Japan (BoJ) will hike interest rates again turns out to be a key factor acting as a…

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The fires blanketed the city with a thick cloud of smoke and ash and destroyed homes across the metropolitan area, from the Pacific Coast inland to Pasadena, home of the famed Rose Parade.One of the fires was the most destructive in the modern history of the city of LA and reduced grocery stores and banks to rubble, leveling entire blocks.With thousands of firefighters already attacking the flames, the Los Angeles Fire Department put out a plea for off-duty and out-of-state firefighters to help. The winds temporarily stopped aircraft from dumping water from above until they were able to resume flights.More…

Gold climbs following Fed minutes hinted at a potential slowdown in the rate easing cycle. US Dollar Index maintains gains, while US Treasury yields show a slight pullback from recent highs. Gold market watchers eye US Nonfarm Payrolls report and UoM Consumer Sentiment data. Gold price climbed during the North American session after the United States (US) Federal Reserve (Fed) struck a neutral to slightly hawkish tone in last December meeting minutes, hinting that it “would be appropriate to slow pace of easing.” At the time of writing, XAU/USD trades at $2,659, up by 0.34%. During the December meeting, officials…

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Bank stocks rose Monday on the prospect of more lenient oversight after the Federal Reserve’s top supervisory official stepped down to avoid a potentially thorny legal battle with President-elect Donald Trump.But consumer advocates said the episode could undermine safeguards protecting Americans from reckless banking practices.Michael Barr, the Fed’s vice president of supervision, said Monday he’ll step down from that role on Feb. 28 after serving in the position since July 2022 but will remain on the Fed’s board.Citigroup shares closed up 2.5%, Bank of America rose 1.4%, and Wells Fargo edged up 1.1% as the banking giants’ stocks gave back…