The Aspen, a short lived Dodge model, was not known for its exceptional sales figures but was a practical choice for city driving due to its fuel efficiency. Despite its brief production run, which ended in 1980 with the introduction of the Aries, the Aspen gained popularity for its affordability and practicality. In 1977, the Aspen lineup underwent significant changes, including the introduction of a new Super Six version of the 225 six cylinder engine. This engine, equipped with a two barrel carburetor, offered improved performance without the need for larger and more fuel intensive V8 options. The Aspen’s popularity…
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After ending the previous session little changed, stocks may move to the upside in early trading on Wednesday. The major index futures are currently pointing to a modestly higher open for the markets, with the S&P 500 futures up by 0.2 percent.Traders may be reluctant to make significant moves early in the session ahead of the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision this afternoon.The Fed is due to announce its decision on interest rates at 2 pm ET, followed by Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s post-meeting press conference at 2:30 pm ET.While the Fed is almost universally expected to lower rates, there…
Voters in Johnson County will contend with a $30 million county conversation bond this November. But how much will it cost residents if it is approved?The county Board of Supervisors has approved the final language for the bond, which will be used to develop and improve trails and parks and improve air and water quality.If passed, the bond would result in an estimated average increase of $7.09 per $100,000 of assessed property value on top of the property tax the supervisors set each year.The measure must be approved by a 60% “supermajority” of voters during the Nov. 5 general election.…
The Federal Reserve’s expected rate cut Wednesday will sound the all-clear for overseas central banks that are also concerned about their domestic economic growth.Some of the world’s most consequential central banks, including those in the eurozone, the U.K. and Canada, already started trimming interest rates in recent months. But there are a number of others, including in India, South Korea and South Africa, that have held back. And the Fed’s move could encourage them to take the plunge.Most Read from The Wall Street JournalFor many central banks, lowering rates ahead of the Fed risks a weakening of their national currencies.…
Image source: easyJet plc Few carriers have had as bumpy a ride over the last few years as easyJet (LSE: EZJ). The budget airline’s share price has taken a nosedive over the past five years, plummeting 44% and leaving investors wondering if their orange-branded ticket to riches has turned into a one-way trip to financial disappointment. But before we fasten our seatbelts and prepare for an emergency landing, let’s take a closer look at whether there’s still some high-flying value hidden in easyJet’s share price. The troubled journey To understand easyJet’s current position, we need to look at the factors…
Infiniti’s new QX80, a luxury SUV with a starting price of over $82,000, is now being delivered to customers across America. This redesigned third generation model boasts a significant upgrade from its predecessor, featuring a powerful twin turbo V6 engine instead of the old naturally-aspirated V8. Beyond its impressive performance, the QX80 showcases a wealth of technological advancements and design elements. From its sleek exterior with 300 LED lights to its sophisticated interior featuring Google integrated digital instruments and dual touchscreens, this SUV offers a premium driving experience. The Autograph trim level adds even more exclusive features, making it a…
TORONTO, Sept. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TDb Split Corp. (“TDb Split”) declares its regular monthly distribution of $0.04375 for each Priority Equity share ($0.525 annually). Distributions are payable October 10, 2024 to shareholders on record as at September 30, 2024. There will not be a distribution paid to the Class A Shares for September 30, 2024 as per the Prospectus which states no regular monthly dividends will be paid on the Class A shares in any month as long as the net asset value per unit is equal to or less than $12.50. The composition of TDb Split’s investment…
Bi-directional charging, a feature that allows electric vehicles to both charge and discharge electricity, has been a topic of growing interest, particularly in regions prone to power outages. This capability enables EVs to function as mobile power sources, providing electricity to homes, businesses, or even the grid during emergencies or peak demand periods. While Tesla, a pioneer in the electric vehicle market, has been relatively slow to adopt this technology, recent developments have shown its potential. The Cybertruck, Tesla’s latest model, is the first to feature bi directional charging capabilities through its Powershare feature. However, a German company has demonstrated…
A trader works, as a screen broadcasts a news conference by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell following the Fed rate announcement on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange on June 12, 2024.Brendan Mcdermid | ReutersStock futures rose slightly Wednesday as Wall Street anticipated the first Federal Reserve interest rate cut in four years. Gains were muted as uncertainty lingered over how big the easing will be from the central bank.Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 51 points, or 0.1%. S&P 500 futures and Nasdaq-100 futures advanced 0.2% and 0.3%, respectively. The Fed is expected to…
Editor’s note: this article is the second in a series about a pivotal moment in St. Louis’s sustainable transportation evolution, and how it mirrors similar moments in other U.S. cities. Click here to read the entire series.Over the next three years, St. Louis will receive a deluge of more than $300 million for sustainable transportation projects aimed at increasing multimodal access, calming traffic, and building out the city’s protected bike lane network to a scale never seen before. Much of that money, though, is flowing from one-time federal grants and once-in-a-lifetime infusions of cash from the COVID-era American Rescue Plan Act – and some…