Too Many Recession Signs, A Netflix Surprise, An end to Crypto winter? – BroStocks Weekly Roundup – 10/21/2022

Welcome to the new BroStocks weekly newsletter! We are going to give this a go--providing you our favorite business, money and economy stories from the week and related stories from the blog. The plan is to drop every Friday morning. Let's give it a go!Personal FinanceWith Grocery Inflation Showing No Signs of Slowing, More Consumers … Continue reading Too Many Recession Signs, A Netflix Surprise, An end to Crypto winter? – BroStocks Weekly Roundup – 10/21/2022

A Visitor’s Guide to Tropicana Casino Atlantic City

The primary reason many people go to Atlantic City is to gamble. However, as gambling legalization has loosened up across the eastern United States, there are other considerations as a tourist for visiting Atlantic City. As someone who frequently visits, one of my favorite spots to stay in is the Tropicana Casino & Resort. My … Continue reading A Visitor’s Guide to Tropicana Casino Atlantic City

(Abandoned) Sears, Lincoln Park Shopping Center, Lincoln Park, Michigan.

The Sears in Lincoln Park, Michigan opened in 1957 and was an iconic staple of this greater Detroit Suburb. The shopping center plaza was even the site of an election campaign rally for then President Ronald Reagan in 1984. The Sears was surrounded by numerous stores in the larger shopping center. However, after years of … Continue reading (Abandoned) Sears, Lincoln Park Shopping Center, Lincoln Park, Michigan.

Is Toys R Us coming back?

What happened to Toys "R" Us? When did Toys "R" Us go bankrupt? Toys "R" Us, the iconic toy chain that operated over 1,400 stores at its peak, was a mainstay of American retail for over 50 years. After the company went bankrupt in 2017 and subsequently liquidated all US store in 2018, the iconic … Continue reading Is Toys R Us coming back?

What’s the Difference Between a Recession and a Depression?

We have recently been hit by a bear market, which is when the stock market falls by 20% from its most recent highs. With bear markets come widespread pessimism combined with negative investor sentiment. Because we have had an extended bull market that lasted for over a decade, many younger investors don’t remember seeing a … Continue reading What’s the Difference Between a Recession and a Depression?

Sears, Francis Scott Key Mall, Frederick, Maryland.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-wLgbpwgQY Update: scroll to the bottom for our updated 2022 visit video! Better quality shot, but not much has changed in the store... The Sears in the Francis Scott Key Mall in Frederick, Maryland is one of less than 30 remaining Sears stores. It is also the last Sears store in the state of Maryland. … Continue reading Sears, Francis Scott Key Mall, Frederick, Maryland.

DIY Investing vs Investment Broker – How To Decide

Sponsored post by Ellie Lott. More people than ever are looking for ways to invest their money. We all know there is a ton of conflicting advice out there. One thing we know for sure is there are bigger potential gains from investing than from simply keeping your money in a savings account. However, there … Continue reading DIY Investing vs Investment Broker – How To Decide

Are there any Sam Goody stores still open? How many Sam Goody’s are left?

What is Sam Goody?: Sam Goody history Sam Goody was an iconic music retail store chain that traces its origins to the late 1930's when Sam "Goody" Gutowitz (1904-1991) began selling records out of a New York City toy store and eventually opened up a dedicated location for discount records in the 1940's. The iconic … Continue reading Are there any Sam Goody stores still open? How many Sam Goody’s are left?

Kmart, Delco Plaza, Avenel, New Jersey.

One of four remaining Kmarts in the lower 48 The Avenel, New Jersey Kmart is one of only four Kmart stores remaining in the contiguous United States with only 10 total including locations in Guam, Puerto Rico, and Virgin Islands. The store is located in the Delco plaza with an LA Fitness and Urban Air … Continue reading Kmart, Delco Plaza, Avenel, New Jersey.

Does Disney pay dividends?

The entertainment company started by Walt Disney will have its 100th birthday in 2023.  They don't just make animated movies now.  Disney has control of many very valuable franchises such as Star Wars and the majority of the Marvel Universe.  They run cruise ships, have theme parks, have their Disney+ streaming service, and all of … Continue reading Does Disney pay dividends?