stimulus

Here is what you need to know about your Economic Impact Payment. For most taxpayers, payments are automatic, and no further action is needed. This includes taxpayers who filed tax returns in 2018 and 2019 and most seniors and retirees.

Source: irs.gov

Over 125 Economists Urge Congress To Pass Stimulus
Over 125 Economists Urge Congress To Pass Stimulus
November 23, 2020  |  Economy

A letter from over 125 economists, including former Federal Reserve Vice Chair Alan Blinder and Jason Furman, chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers during...

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Today In B2B Payments News: More Stimulus Relief For SMBs Ahead?
Today In B2B Payments News: More Stimulus Relief For SMBs Ahead?
November 23, 2020  |  B2B Payments

Today in B2B payments, more stimulus relief may be on the way for U.S. small businesses. Plus, AmTrav taps Journera for real-time T&E data, Credit...

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Mnuchin Pledges More Stimulus Talks For SMB Relief
Mnuchin Pledges More Stimulus Talks For SMB Relief
November 20, 2020  |  SMBs

After coming under fire for ending key pandemic lending programs, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on Friday (Nov. 20) pledged to work with top GOP lawmakers...

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Bidenomics: Four Things To Watch For Financial Services
Bidenomics: Four Things To Watch For Financial Services
November 18, 2020  |  Economy

There are no easy economic fixes ahead when former Vice President Joe Biden takes office as president. Jobless claims are receding, but still stubbornly high. Vaccines are...

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JPMorgan Chase’s Dimon Scolds ‘Childish’ Congress For Stalling On COVID-19 Stimulus
JPMorgan Chase’s Dimon Scolds ‘Childish’ Congress For Stalling On COVID-19 Stimulus
November 18, 2020  |  Coronavirus

One of the nation’s most powerful bankers lashed out at Congress on Wednesday (Nov. 18) over the stalled coronavirus relief package, chiding lawmakers for “childish...

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US Consumers Pay Down $10B In Credit Card Debt In Q3
US Consumers Pay Down $10B In Credit Card Debt In Q3
November 18, 2020  |  Debt

Americans paid off $10 billion in credit card debt in the third quarter (Q3) of 2020, but borrowed more for car and housing loans, according...

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McConnell Floats Possibility Of $500B In COVID Stimulus
McConnell Floats Possibility Of $500B In COVID Stimulus
November 17, 2020  |  Economy

As the deliberation over another pandemic-related stimulus continues, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said he’s open to a $500 billion package, Reuters reported. The...

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States Seek Aid To Offset Estimated $400B Shortfall Due To COVID-19
States Seek Aid To Offset Estimated $400B Shortfall Due To COVID-19
November 17, 2020  |  Economy

Faced with the mounting costs of battling COVID-19, state governors across the United States are pushing for more federal relief as coronavirus infections soar and...

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US Economic Forecasts Grim Amid Escalating COVID-19
US Economic Forecasts Grim Amid Escalating COVID-19
November 16, 2020  |  Economy

Fears of economic freefall are mounting as the U.S. continues to post an alarming increase in the number of new COVID-19 cases without word of...

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