Jeanne Sahadi

Jeanne Sahadi is a seasoned financial journalist with extensive experience covering taxes, spending, debt and executive leadership for CNN Business. She has also covered a wide range of policy debates and career issues during her tenure at the network. As a senior writer, her work has been featured on various CNN shows and radio affiliates. Prior to joining CNN, Sahadi served as a columnist for Money magazine.

Biography:  https://www.cnn.com/profiles/jeanne-sahadi

72%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

88%

Examples:

  • The author acknowledges sources and quotes them appropriately.
  • The author has a tendency to present information in a sensational manner.
  • The author occasionally uses language that implies support for certain investments.

Conflicts of Interest

62%

Examples:

  • In some cases, the author fails to disclose sources and only quotes a single agency director.
  • The author occasionally uses language that implies conflicts of interest or exempts certain financial institutions from rules.

Contradictions

89%

Examples:

  • Articles contain contradictions regarding the effects of high-interest rates on savings.
  • There are inconsistencies in the description of deceptive practices in some articles.
  • The SEC's approval of bitcoin ETFs is misrepresented as a full approval of all 11 companies.

Deceptions

62%

Examples:

  • Some articles contain misleading statements about the effects of Federal Reserve decisions on consumers.
  • The author misrepresents the effects of high-interest rates on certain investments.
  • The author uses sensationalism in describing overdraft fees.

Recent Articles

Federal Reserve Expected to Lower Borrowing Costs: What It Means for Investors and Savers

Federal Reserve Expected to Lower Borrowing Costs: What It Means for Investors and Savers

Broke On: Thursday, 25 July 2024 Anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2024 could lead to lower borrowing costs, impacting mortgage and HELOC rates, as well as credit card debt. Experts suggest securing CD rates for longer terms to offset potential money market fund yield decreases.
Financial Red Flags: How Missed Payments and Unusual Bank Activity May Indicate Early Signs of Alzheimer's Disease

Financial Red Flags: How Missed Payments and Unusual Bank Activity May Indicate Early Signs of Alzheimer's Disease

Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 New studies link credit score declines to early signs of Alzheimer's disease in older adults. Researchers found that missed bill payments, mortgage delinquency, and unusual banking activity could indicate undiagnosed dementia. Early detection is crucial for effective intervention and managing the financial burden of the disease.
Federal Judge Blocks FTC's Ban on Noncompete Agreements: A Legal Battle Over Worker Mobility and Economic Growth

Federal Judge Blocks FTC's Ban on Noncompete Agreements: A Legal Battle Over Worker Mobility and Economic Growth

Broke On: Wednesday, 03 July 2024 A federal judge in Texas granted an injunction, temporarily blocking the FTC from enforcing its new rule banning noncompete agreements for most US workers. The plaintiffs, including Ryan LLC and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, argued that the FTC lacked authority to issue such a regulation.
Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates: Good News for Savers, Higher Costs for Borrowers

Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates: Good News for Savers, Higher Costs for Borrowers

Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 The Federal Reserve maintains interest rates, providing high yields for savers but increasing borrowing costs for some. Projected rates indicate stability through the year.
Federal Reserve Projects Three Rate Cuts This Year to Guide Economy Towards Soft Landing and Keep Inflation in Check

Federal Reserve Projects Three Rate Cuts This Year to Guide Economy Towards Soft Landing and Keep Inflation in Check

Broke On: Wednesday, 20 March 2024 The Federal Reserve kept interest rates at 5.3% and projected three rate cuts this year to guide the economy towards a soft landing while controlling inflation.
Biden Proposes Eliminating Billions in Overdraft Fees Charged by Banks to Customers

Biden Proposes Eliminating Billions in Overdraft Fees Charged by Banks to Customers

Broke On: Wednesday, 17 January 2024 The Biden administration proposes a new rule to eliminate billions of dollars in overdraft fees charged by banks, which could potentially save customers from paying junk fees. Under the proposal, banks would only be able to charge what it costs them to provide overdraft services and this cost would have to be shown to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The nation's biggest banks still take in roughly $8 billion in overdraft fees every year.
SEC Approves First US-Listed ETFs Tracking Bitcoin: A Watershed Moment for Crypto Industry

SEC Approves First US-Listed ETFs Tracking Bitcoin: A Watershed Moment for Crypto Industry

Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024 The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved the first US-listed exchange traded funds (ETFs) to track bitcoin, marking a significant milestone for the world's largest cryptocurrency and the broader crypto industry. The SEC had previously been hesitant about approving ETFs that tracked cryptocurrencies but after much debate and consideration, it has finally given its approval.