Here’s the inflation breakdown for December 2023 — in one chart
The annual inflation rate edged higher in December following two months of declines. However, that reversal likely isn’t cause for…
This popular holiday gift often goes unused. Here’s how to turn it into cash
Are your unused gift cards gathering dust? You may be able to exchange those cards for cash. Gift cards are…
State-run ‘auto-IRA’ programs aim to close retirement savings gap
Roughly half of Americans don’t have access to a workplace retirement plan — but states are increasingly stepping in to…
The Fed is expected to cut interest rates in 2024. Here’s how investors can prepare
With U.S. Federal Reserve officials expecting to cut interest rates in 2024, there are steps investors can take now to…
‘Big Short’ investor Steve Eisman worries ‘everybody is coming into the year feeling too good,’ sees room for disappointment
Investor Steve Eisman of “The Big Short” fame is questioning the level of bullishness on Wall Street — even with…
Does the tax on your year-end bonus check seem high? Here’s why
Does your year-end bonus look smaller than expected? Tax withholding is a likely culprit, but Uncle Sam may pay some…
Inflation has created a dark cloud over how everyday Americans view the economy
When Kyle Connolly looks back at 2023, she sees it as a year defined by changes and challenges. The newly…
Here’s when you can visit a national park for free in 2024
The National Park Service is offering free admission to U.S. national parks on six days in 2024. There are more…
Annuity sales are on track for a record year. Here’s what to know before buying
Consumers pumped record money into annuities in 2023, on the back of higher interest rates and anxiety about the stock…
Inflation gives millions new access to investments for the wealthy, says SEC
Inflation has given millions of people new access to certain investments earmarked for the wealthy — and consumer advocates argue…
