January’s inflation numbers land on Friday and many on Wall Street are bracing for an unpleasant surprise
Prices have a habit of spiking in January. This year, tariffs might be a reason, but a likelier culprit is […]
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Taiwan Exports Start 2026 Strong in Bright Sign for Economy
Taiwan’s exports hit the fastest growth since early 2010, as artificial-intelligence-powered demand continues unabated. Source link
The New Ways High Schools Are Teaching Teens About Money
At one Connecticut school, students get real-world experience with money; at a California school, they learn the power of compounding.
A Year Into Trump’s Term, Americans Rate the Economy
Some are living close to the economic edge; others are spending freely and seeing their wealth rise. But Americans of
The pace of hiring in the U.S. has dropped off precipitously for a number of reasons, ranging from workers staying in their jobs to tariff uncertainties that make it difficult for companies to plan
A ‘deep freeze’ has enveloped the U.S. labor market. A whole bunch of factors are at play. Source link
What I Wish I’d Known When Filing My Late Father’s Tax Return
There are steps people can take to avoid prolonged waits for a deceased loved one’s tax refund. Source link
Newly Single, She Wants to Be Financially Secure—and Splurge a Bit. Can She Afford It?
A financial adviser suggests a way to balance responsibility and discretionary spending. Source link
When considered as a percentage of GDP, the 2026 projected AI-driven spending by Amazon, Alphabet, Microsoft and Meta rivals momentous capital efforts in U.S. history, as shown in these charts
When considered as a percentage of GDP, the projected spending of four tech giants for 2026 rivals the most momentous
President Trump chose a Federal Reserve chair he thinks he can count on to lower interest rates. History suggests three different ways presidents have come to regret that bet.
President Trump thinks his new chair can deliver low interest rates. Three presidents in the past learned otherwise. Source link
Where Did All the Cheap Restaurants Go?
As the price difference between low-end and midtier establishments vanishes, I’ve decided it’s time to change my dining habits. Source