Why gas prices, airline tickets are rising
With the Iran war in its fifth week, consumers are getting hit hard by surging energy costs. Now, some lawmakers…
Social Security doesn’t let Americans ‘build wealth’: BlackRock’s Fink
Blackrock CEO Larry Fink speaks on the set of CNBC on the floor of the New York Stock…
What ‘stagflation’ could mean for your money
New economic risks have some experts warning about stagflation — a combination of low economic growth and high…
High oil prices may affect 2027 forecast
Kate Wieser | Moment | Getty Images Elevated oil prices may push up inflation in the coming months,…
Million-dollar earners have stopped paying into Social Security for 2026
A mobile billboard with an image of Jeff Bezos calls for higher taxes on the ultrawealthy, in Washington,…
Elon Musk says Grok ‘can help.’ What experts say
Skynesher | E+ | Getty Images With about six weeks until the April 15 tax deadline, some filers…
Retirement balances are up, but more workers took hardship withdrawals
U.S. President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address on Feb. 24, 2026, in Washington, D.C.…
Poor coordination can cost couples retirement wealth: research
Halfpoint Images | Moment | Getty Images Spouses who don’t ask one question — “your 401(k) or mine?”…
Trump pitches new retirement plan with a federal match. Who may benefit
Millions of workers without access to a 401(k) or other workplace retirement plan could get a new way…
Few employers are doing so
Lechatnoir | E+ | Getty Images Employers don’t appear eager to mix their 401(k) plans with emergency savings…
Early estimates point to a lower amount
Carl Smith | Fstop | Getty Images Social Security benefits are typically adjusted every year to keep up…
What Gen Z trends say about the economy
Actor Austin Butler attends the 16th Governors Awards at the Ray Dolby Ballroom at Ovation Hollywood in Los…