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Rise of resort day passes offers travelers luxury on a budget

Avid traveler Lora Bowler is cutting back on vacation spending. That doesn’t mean she’s skipping the resort. The New York…

Demand for french fries reflects resilient consumer as so-called fry attachment rate holds steady

It’s a timeless question at fast-food counters: Do you want fries with that? Responders continue answering affirmatively at a higher-than-average…

Gen Z, millennials say money talks should happen before the relationship gets serious, study finds

While most Americans say couples should talk about money honestly before living together, Gen Z and millennials believe the conversation…

Tim Cook, Elon Musk, Steve Schwarzman spotted at Xi Jinping dinner with U.S. CEOs

Apple CEO Tim Cook, Tesla chief Elon Musk and Blackstone’s Steve Schwarzman were among the guests Wednesday night at a…

It may take $10 million to achieve ‘financial freedom,’ say ‘Earn Your Leisure’ hosts

Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings are among a growing class of financial influencers who want to help people be smarter…

Happy meal? Steady demand for french fries is good news for U.S. economy

Consumers are still splurging for a side of fries with their meals. That can have a positive read-through for the…

8 easy — and cheap — ways to cut your carbon emissions

Most Americans see climate change as a major threat. But income level seems to guide one’s willingness or ability to…

‘We’re all crazy when it comes to money,’ advisor says. How to manage your psyche for better finances

Human psychology and money don’t mix well. Left unchecked, our psyches can easily sabotage financial decision-making, behavioral experts said during…

Consumers in China are dining at nicer restaurants — even if it costs $500 a person

BEIJING — A new restaurant scene is growing more popular across China: fine dining. Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, a brand…

Here are the top 3 reasons to fire a financial advisor, say experts

Breakups are always hard. The relationship with your financial advisor is no different. But there are some telltale signs it’s…