According to the Powerball lottery, your odds of winning the entire jackpot are about 1 in 292.2 million. Meanwhile, according to the National Weather Service, the odds of being struck by lightning in a given year are 1 in 1.2 million. However, let’s say you are fortunate enough to win the lottery and avoid all […]
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5 Tips That Protect Your Money From Inflation
Inflation means people around the country are feeling the squeeze in their finances in just about every facet of daily life. Here are some steps you can take to protect your finances against inflation and put more money back into your savings account. Join a wholesale club like Sam’s or Costco When the prices climb […]
ETF or Index Fund? How to Choose
In the realm of investment opportunities, choosing between an exchange-traded funds (ETF) and an index fund remains a pivotal decision for many investors. Both vehicles offer distinct advantages and considerations, influencing the path towards building a well-rounded portfolio. In this exploration, we delve into the nuances of ETFs and index funds, equipping you with the […]
Passive Investing Reigns, but Active Often Means Better Returns
Equity investors increasingly invest in funds with passive strategies. Instead of using an active strategy of picking certain stocks, passive funds park money in assets with returns based on stock indexes reflecting the whole market, the good, the bad and everything in between. But active strategies can outperform passive ones, not only in stock trades […]
Coming Social Security Cuts Mean Millions of Americans Will Retire Poor
By the year 2034, it is estimated that the reserves of the Social Security Administration will be depleted by 25%. That means that, by that year, Social Security recipients may end up getting about 76% of their monthly benefits. A Social Security recipient receiving $1,500 monthly now, the current payout average, would end up getting […]
Sold Stocks and Sitting in Cash? Three Smart Ways to Get Back In
Whenever there’s market turbulence — say from elections, a pandemic or just new market highs — you will hear arguments from big-time investors about whether be fully invested in stocks or or have money sitting in cash. This is obviously a personal preference, but if you are sitting in cash and you want to do […]
OpenAI Achieves $500 Billion Valuation Through Employee Share Transaction
Artificial intelligence leader OpenAI has secured a landmark position as the highest-valued private enterprise globally, following a transaction where staff members offloaded shares worth roughly $6.6 billion. This secondary market activity, which concluded this week, assigns the organization a $500 billion worth, eclipsing competitors such as SpaceX and underscoring the intense capital pursuit in AI […]
Oil Prices Plunge Toward Steepest Weekly Drop in Months Amid Supply Glut Fears
Crude oil benchmarks Brent and West Texas Intermediate closed the trading week on a sour note, with prices dipping to four-month lows and setting the stage for their sharpest decline since June. Brent settled at $67.50 per barrel, down 2 percent from Thursday, while WTI hovered around $64.20, reflecting a weekly slide of nearly 8 […]
Ben & Jerry’s cofounder Jerry Greenfield Steps Down, Citing Loss of Independence
Jerry Greenfield is stepping down just as Unilever prepares to spin off its global ice cream business. His parting words point to a deeper governance fight over Ben & Jerry’s mission-first model. Will the brand’s independent board and activism survive the transition intact? Here is what it means for fans, investors, and the future of the pint with a point of view.
The Best Credit Cards for Retirees in 2025
You’ve spent a lifetime working hard, saving wisely, and planning for the future — now it’s time for your money to work for you. Whether you’re enjoying retirement, traveling more, or simply watching every dollar with care, the right credit card can help you make the most of your golden years. From generous cash-back rewards […]










