‘I’m skeptical.’ 6 popular investment trends financial pros say you likely want to avoid
It’s easy to get sucked into the hype around many headline-making investments, be it meme stocks, crypto or…
Australia’s central bank raises interest rate to 3.85% after 3 cuts
MELBOURNE, Australia — MELBOURNE, Australia (AP) — Australia’s central bank lifted its benchmark interest rate Tuesday by a…
I’m 62 and retired with $1M and no debt. My objective is income. A financial adviser wants 1.25%, but I’m wary of paying them regardless of performance. What’s my move?
Question: “I’m 62 and retired with $1 million in savings and zero debt. My objective is income. When…
Lebanon’s economic crisis: Gold reserves as a lifeline?
BOURJ HAMMOUD, Lebanon (AP) — Tiny Lebanon sits on one of the largest gold reserves in the Middle…
LibreOffice 26.2 gives users a faster, more polished office suite
LibreOffice 26.2 is now available, making it easier for users to create, edit, and share documents. Designed for…
Got $20K? 9 financial pros tell us how you should invest it now
Investing $20,000 can be a powerful opportunity to build wealth — if you do it smartly. “A sound…
All the economic wins Keir Starmer wants to bag in China – POLITICO
For now, then, the aim is to secure progress in areas that are seen as less sensitive. Starmer’s…
Mine Raises $14 Million and Launches AI Personal Finance Agent
Mine, a personal finance company for young adults, has raised $14 million in new funding. The company announced its Series…
‘I’m torn.’ I want to retire in 6 months, but how much professional help do I really need – and what’s the cost – to make it happen?
Question: “I currently have investments with a large investment company and plan to retire in six months. My…
Death, disability, lawsuits: The 8 life events financial advisers say clients are least prepared for
Americans are often ill-prepared for life’s toughest moments — including death and health calamities. For example, fewer than…
‘I could have done without those 2 things.’ I used to like my adviser, but here’s what he did. Now I feel his 0.9% fee isn’t worth it and it’s a ‘little scary to leave him’
Question: “I really liked my financial adviser. He was good, but after a few years managing both my…
70pc of UHNW families struggling to discuss finances: report
Research January 22, 2026 J.P. Morgan’s Paris offices. Image credit: J.P. Morgan By Amirah Keaton Ahead of…