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Jefferies Reveals Fund’s $715 Million Exposure to Failed First Brands Amid Relationship Scrutiny

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When First Brands filed for bankruptcy last month, it listed over $10 billion in liabilities and nearly $6 billion in long-term debt.

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Advisor Upside

Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Is a ‘Mixed Bag’ for Advisors

Some worry about adding to the already ballooning national debt, while others applaud extending the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

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Personal Finance

After a Pandemic High, Consumers are Coming Down with No Buy 2025

It’s the new sensation that’s sweeping the nation, and it doesn’t cost you a penny. Frugal consumers are giving up non-essential purchases.

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International Economics

With Dollar Reserves Running Out and Ratings Downgrades, Maldives Stares at a Crisis

Fitch Ratings downgraded the debt of the Maldives for the second time in just over two months, suggesting it’s likely to default on bonds.

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