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Joel Patterson is a senior business and finance analyst for Times Media Service, based in the Washington bureau. Patterson covers markets, companies, personal finance and economic policy, along with transportation and its financial and economic impacts. Patterson holds a master's degree in finance and grew up in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.
Stories by Joel Patterson
28 stories
June 2026
2 stories: 2 news stories
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News: Business
RMD Tax Planning: How to Avoid Retirement Tax Surprises
Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) can trigger unexpected taxes & higher Medicare costs. Learn RMD tax planning strategies, Roth conversions & smart withdrawals.
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News: Business
Costco Cuts Kirkland Signature Prices on Key Items
May 2026
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January 2026
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News: Government
Frigidaire Minifridge Recall: 1 Million Units Posed Fire Hazard
The Frigidaire minifridge recall, led by Curtis International, now affects nearly 1 million units sold at Target due to fire and burn hazards. Check your model…
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December 2025
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News: Business
Netflix-Warner Bros Merger Faces Trump Admin Scrutiny
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November 2025
5 stories: 5 news stories
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News: Business
Cracker Barrel Board: Gilbert Dávila Resigns Amidst Proxy Fight
Gilbert Dávila, a DEI consultant and independent director, resigned from the Cracker Barrel board following a contentious proxy fight. His departure reduces the board size.
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News: Business
Hidden Homeownership Costs Soar to $21K Annually in 2025
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News: Government
FAA Flight Reductions Cause US Air Travel Disruptions
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October 2025
6 stories: 6 news stories
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News: Business
Target Cuts 1,000 Jobs, Names Michael Fiddelke New CEO
Wed
News: Lifestyle
US Auto Loan Delinquencies Rise in Q1 2025: What It Means
Auto loan delinquencies reached 5.1% in Q1 2025, affecting younger generations and Southern states most. Discover the economic factors and impact on US households.
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News: Lifestyle
Las Vegas Casino Revenue Up Despite Visitor Drop: Why?
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September 2025
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News: Government
California Cannabis Tax Cut to 15% Signed by Newsom
California Governor Newsom signs AB 564, cutting the state's cannabis excise tax to 15% through 2028. Aims to boost legal marijuana industry. Critics fear reduced youth…
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News: Government
India warns US on new H-1B visa fees: Impact on tech & workers
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