Washington’s struggling economy takes another hit from the government shutdown - AP News

Washington D.C. Economy Reels as Government Shutdown and Aid Cuts Strain Food Banks

The Dual Economic Shock: Furloughs and Food Aid Reductions The Washington D.C. metropolitan area, perpetually vulnerable to federal political gridlock, faced a severe economic and humanitarian crisis during the recent longest government shutdown. This event delivered a double blow to the region’s financial stability and its most vulnerable residents: the mass furloughing of federal workers…
Millionaires value their personal trainers and therapists more than their wealth advisors - CNBC

Millionaires Value Personal Trainers and Therapists Over Wealth Advisors, Survey Reveals

The Shifting Priorities of High-Net-Worth Individuals In a surprising reflection of modern priorities, High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs)—those with $1 million or more in investable assets—are finding greater satisfaction and value in professionals focused on their personal well-being than in those managing their finances. A recent industry survey, highlighted by CNBC, revealed a significant disconnect between the…