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according to a Filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission Dated April 20, 2026, Centennial Wealth Advisory LLC increased its position First Trust Growth Strength ETF (NASDAQ:FTGS) Shares increased by 91,927 during the first quarter. Quarter-end position value increased by $2.97 million, a figure that includes both trading activity and price movement. These purchases represented 1.79% of Centennial Wealth Advisory’s 13F AUM at quarter end. Top holdings after filing: NYSEMKT: BUFD: $51.12 million (12.4% of AUM) NYSEMKT: AVIG: $22.95 million (5.6% of AUM) NYSEMKT: FTCB: $22.81 million (5.5% of AUM) NYSEMKT: BUFQ: $18.25 million (4.4% of AUM) NYSEMKT: BUFG: $18.03…

Johnson/Money Talks NewsYou have heard the news. The Supreme Court struck down the tariff. The government is owed a refund of $166 billion. And as of April 20, a shiny new online portal has opened so businesses can start getting their money back. So where’s your check? Don’t hold your breath. Despite what you may have read, common consumers are not getting tariff refunds. not directly. Probably not even indirectly.

Regional banking company Wintrust Financial (NASDAQ:WTFC) announced better-than-expected Q1 CY2026 revenue, with sales increasing 10.9% year over year to $713.2 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $3.22 per share was 8.7% above analysts’ consensus estimate. Is now the time to buy Wintrust Financial? Learn in our full research report. net interest income: $579 million vs. analyst estimates of $580.1 million (34.7% year-over-year decline, in line) Net Interest Margin: Analyst estimates of 3.5% vs 3.5% (in line) Income: $713.2 million vs. analyst estimates of $707.2 million (10.9% year-over-year increase, 0.8% beat) Efficiency Ratio: 53.7% vs. analyst estimate of 54.7% (beat 106 basis…

Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-Deremer speaks during a news conference at the U.S. Capitol on the government shutdown on Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025. Tom Williams | CQ-Roll Call, Inc. | getty imagesLabor Department Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is resigning from the Trump administration, the White House said Monday.Chavez-Dermer, 58, “will take a position in the private sector,” White House communications director Steven Cheung said in an X-Post.Deputy Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling will take over the department in an acting capacity, Cheung wrote.The Labor Department did not immediately respond to CNBC’s requests for comment on Chávez-DeRemar’s departure.This is breaking news. Please refresh for…

USA TODAY NETWORK/ReutersThe minivan segment is currently one of the smallest vehicle segments in the automotive industry, but despite the popularity of SUV models thousands of Americans are still looking for the best van on the market. When it comes to modern minivans, two vehicles stand out in terms of value for money and features: the 2026 Toyota Sienna and the 2026 Kia Carnival. Toyota’s minivan is…

I asked Chatgpt a simple question: how should I plan my monthly expenses for my income ₹50,000? The objective was to develop a simple financial plan to efficiently manage your monthly expenses in 2026 and save some money for the future. I wanted to see how the artificial intelligence tool would respond.I was surprised that the AI ​​tool’s response was both specific and thought-provoking. It said, “With monthly income ₹50,000, your first goal should be to ensure that your essentials are covered first, you are saving consistently, and you still have some flexibility for lifestyle and emergencies.The tool goes into…

RiverNorthPhotography/Getty Images Commitment to our readers The GOBankingRates editorial team is committed to providing you with unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methods to evaluate financial products and services – our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our review methodology for products and services. 20 yearsHelping you become richer trusted by millions of readers In 2021, Dollar Tree announced it was moving away from its $1 price point, increasing prices by 25% and introducing items priced at $3 and $5. cnn. In 2024, the company raised prices again,…

Industry sales veterans join leading tech-forward administrators to drive continued growth new york, 20 April 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Opus Fund ServicesA leading global fund administrator today announced Lindsay Muldoon Has joined the company as Head of Sales in America. Reporting to Robin Bedford, CEO of Opus, Ms. Muldoon will be based in Opus’s New York City office and will be responsible for leading the firm’s regional growth strategy while overseeing new client acquisitions, partner relationships and go-to-market initiatives. Engineers for Development (PRNewsfoto/Opus Fund Services) Ms. Muldoon has over 20 years of industry experience in global fund administration, operations outsourcing and…

Commitment to our readers The GOBankingRates editorial team is committed to providing you with unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methods to evaluate financial products and services – our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our review methodology for products and services. 20 yearsHelping you become richer trusted by millions of readers As part of the American dream, real estate has long been considered a gold standard investment with payouts that are almost guaranteed. But that assumption is being tested in today’s housing market, where high prices, high…

US President Donald Trump speaks to the press before departing from the South Lawn of the White House on April 16, 2026 in Washington, DC. Brandon Smialowski | AFP | getty imagesPresident Donald Trump on Monday once again threatened Iran with massive military force, saying “a lot of bombs will start going off” if a deal is not reached before the shaky ceasefire with Tehran expires Tuesday evening.Latest threat made in a phone call pbs news reporterThe additions came as conditions for US-Iran peace talks, and other key details on current relations between the warring powers, appeared to become increasingly…