Personal finance

Here’s the inflation breakdown for April 2023, in one chart

Inflation in April notched its lowest reading in two years, as price pressures for consumers continue to moderate from multidecade…

Why missing one $2 expense could derail your whole national park trip

National park tourism is booming. But an idyllic adventure into the great outdoors can be derailed by overlooking an important…

Summer travel: How to save during a busy, expensive season

The following is an excerpt from “This week, your wallet,” a weekly audio show on Twitter produced by CNBC’s Personal…

Mastering this skill is the ‘hardest part’ of personal finance, advisors say

The following is an excerpt from “This week, your wallet,” a weekly audio show on Twitter produced by CNBC’s Personal…

31% of new crypto buyers influenced by friends. Here’s why that can be ‘a horrible idea,’ advisor says

When it comes to cryptocurrency like bitcoin, new investors are often motivated by friends to take the plunge, according to…

Wholesale egg prices may soon drop to $1 for first time since 2021

Wholesale egg prices are poised to fall to $1 a dozen in coming weeks — the lowest level in almost…

3 ways to rethink old age and retirement, MIT expert says

The following is an excerpt from “This week, your wallet,” a weekly audio show on Twitter produced by CNBC’s Personal…

Are gas-powered or electric vehicles a better deal? EVs may win out in long run, experts say

Sales of electric cars are poised for a boom, spurred by factors such as federal policy, technological advances and environmental…

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…

Robo-advisor Betterment settles tax charges with SEC for $9 million

Robo-advisor firm Betterment agreed on Tuesday to settle charges with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for $9 million over…