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Dow Hits New High as Warsh Takes Fed Oath: Stock Market TodayPresident Donald Trump welcomed Fed Chair Kevin Warsh the same way President Ronald Reagan welcomed Fed Chair Alan Greenspan.
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ETFsThe Best Small-Cap ETFs to BuyThe best small-cap ETFs offer a contrarian way to potentially outperform the market over the long term.
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What to Look Out for in Economic Data This WeekThe holiday-shortened week's economic calendar features a key inflation update and a handful of Federal Reserve speakers.
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stocksEarnings Calendar and Analysis for This WeekCheck out our earnings calendar for this week, as well as our previews and recaps of the more noteworthy reports.
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Best Mutual Funds to Buy for 2026 and BeyondThe best mutual funds capitalize on new trends that emerge year to year, all while offering low costs and solid management.
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What Investors Need to Know About the SpaceX IPOInvestors should start seeing SpaceX as a vertically integrated infrastructure giant spanning space transportation, global communications and AI compute.
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Inflation Isn't the Real Problem: Having No Plan For It IsBuying an "inflation protection" investment in retirement, instead of making sure your financial plan can withstand rising costs, is a big mistake.
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Dave Ramsey: 'Inflation Comes and Goes' — 8 Ways to Bulletproof RetirementReady to call it quits? From timing Social Security to planning, here are eight pieces of Dave Ramsey advice for a secure retirement.
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Ask the EditorAsk the Tax Editor: Roth IRAs and the Five-Year RuleIn this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on Roth IRAs and the five-year rule, including contributions and conversions.
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Inflation Isn't the Real Problem: Having No Plan For It IsBuying an "inflation protection" investment in retirement, instead of making sure your financial plan can withstand rising costs, is a big mistake.
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Married and Retiring? Here's How to Claim Thousands More in Social Security BenefitsBoth spouses can receive Social Security based on their individual earnings records and at what age they claim benefits
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The Cheapest Places To Retire in the USWhen you're trying to balance a fixed income with an enjoyable retirement, the cost of living is a crucial factor to consider. Is your city the best?
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The Social Security Bridge: How to Retire at 62 and Claim at 70Delaying your claim until age 70 locks in a permanent, lifelong pay raise. Here is your blueprint to construct an income bridge that safely funds your retirement gap years.
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Do Your Adviser's Years of Experience Hide a Proficiency Gap?Turns out, an adviser's long tenure is not a reliable indicator of their true expertise, especially in crucial areas like retirement income and tax planning.
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Alexandra SvokosDigital Managing Editor
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Karee VenemaSenior Investing Editor
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Kelley R. TaylorSenior Tax Editor
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Alexandra TwinSenior Retirement Editor
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David DittmanInvesting Editor
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Ellen KennedyRetirement Editor
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Carla AyersPersonal Finance Editor
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Donna LeValleyRetirement Writer
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Kate SchubelTax Writer
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Sean JacksonPersonal Finance Writer
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Donna FuscaldoRetirement Writer
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Rachael GreenPersonal Finance Writer
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Ben DemersAudience Engagement Manager
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Dan BurrowsSenior Investing Writer
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Ask the EditorAsk the Tax Editor: Roth IRAs and the Five-Year RuleIn this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, Joy Taylor answers questions on Roth IRAs and the five-year rule, including contributions and conversions.
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Property Tax10 Cheapest Places to Live in GeorgiaLooking for affordable Georgia living? These counties offer the lowest property tax bills in the state.
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How a 'Tax Bucket List' Can Help You Plan Your RetirementWhether you realize it or not, your money is sitting in three different tax “buckets.” To save on taxes throughout retirement, make sure to fill up your tax-free bucket. Here are two ways to do that.
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Should You Take Your Pension as a Lump Sum?The answer depends on multiple factors, such as what your alternative investment options would be, whether you want to leave money to a beneficiary and more.
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Best No-Fee High-Yield Savings Rates: May 2026If you want to stay ahead of rising everyday costs, these accounts can help you achieve that.
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Best High-Yield Savings Accounts May 2026 — Earn 4.20%High-yield savings account options Kiplinger has found that offer rates up to 4.20%, helping you beat inflation and grow your savings faster.
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7 Frugal Habits That Aren't Worth It (and What to Do Instead)Avoiding waste is important, but some frugal habits are more trouble than they're worth.
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When an Extended Car Warranty is Worth It — and When it's NotGot the "we're trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty" call? Here's what you need to know before buying.
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Should You Get Home or Car Insurance Through Costco?Costco car and home insurance policies offer many perks for Costco members, including discounts and extra coverage options for more protection.
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Costco Vacation Deals: Are They Worth It?Thinking of trying a vacation package? Costco vacation deals, along with deals from BJ's and Sam's Club, are convenient and save you money. But what about the downsides?
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The Cheapest Places To Retire in the USWhen you're trying to balance a fixed income with an enjoyable retirement, the cost of living is a crucial factor to consider. Is your city the best?
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Renters Are Turning to Plug-In Solar as Energy Bills RiseBalcony solar systems are emerging as a lower-cost alternative to rooftop solar for renters. Here's how plug-in solar works.
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How an All-Asset Retirement Plan Reduces Investment RisksYou combine your housing wealth and lifetime annuities to help ensure that an average of three-quarters of your retirement income is not subject to market risk.
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Here's Why Mortgage Rates Are RisingWhere the 10-year Treasury yield moves, mortgage rates follow. Learn why they are connected and how they impact homebuyers.
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Costco Vacation Deals: Are They Worth It?
Thinking of trying a vacation package? Costco vacation deals, along with deals from BJ's and Sam's Club, are convenient and save you money. But what about the downsides?
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How to Add Your Passport to Google WalletTravelers can now store and use their digital passport on Android for faster, more secure airport experiences.
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How to Add Your Driver’s License to Apple WalletTurn your iPhone or Apple Watch into a digital ID — here’s where it works and how to set it up.
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The 10 Most Valuable Vacation Destinations for Retirees in 2026From U.S. getaways to international escapes, these budget-friendly destinations offer retirees the perfect mix of rest, rejuvenation and just the right amount of excitement.
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Credit Cards With No Foreign Transaction FeesEnjoy traveling abroad? Find a credit card with no foreign transaction fees, or your spending could add up to a big chunk of change.
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Earn a $1,000 Bonus Offer with this Capital One CardGet the Capital One Venture Rewards credit card for huge travel perks and a bonus offer worth $1,000.
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ForecastsExports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputesKiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Energy Outlook: Drivers Face Painful Gas PricesRoad trips will cost far more this holiday weekend than they did last year. Is any relief in sight?
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ForecastsKiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Fed Pauses Rates CutsThe Fed suggests that it is not likely to cut rates further unless the jobs market weakens more.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumers Spend Freely, for NowLow savings rates and higher gasoline costs imply a slowdown in spending at some point.
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Kiplinger ForecastsKiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic GrowthIn the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
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Economic ForecastsKiplinger Inflation Outlook: Energy Cost Increases Not Done YetThe inflation report for May will show a jump in prices for the third month. Headline inflation should rise above 4.0%.
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The Kiplinger LetterManufacturers Face Crunch on Industrial MetalsThe Middle East conflict has disrupted supplies, increased costs and created another headache for manufacturers dealing with the effects of higher tariffs.
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Exports have held up reasonably well despite tariff disputesForecasts Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
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Costco Vacation Deals: Are They Worth It?Thinking of trying a vacation package? Costco vacation deals, along with deals from BJ's and Sam's Club, are convenient and save you money. But what about the downsides?
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How to Add Your Passport to Google WalletTravelers can now store and use their digital passport on Android for faster, more secure airport experiences.
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How to Add Your Driver’s License to Apple WalletTurn your iPhone or Apple Watch into a digital ID — here’s where it works and how to set it up.
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Want Employees to Embrace AI? Give Them a Say in How It's UsedBusinesses that want employees to work with AI need to break down some barriers first, as U.S. workplaces have become fractured, fearful and full of mistrust.
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What the K-Shaped Economy Really MeansThe Letter As the financial fortunes of the wealthy diverge from everyone else, some businesses are poised to thrive, while others struggle with weakening sales.
The Letter
