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Investing
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4 Turnaround Stocks to Consider – and 2 More to Keep an Eye On
A turnaround stock is a struggling company with a strong makeover plan that can pay off for intrepid investors.
By Nellie S. Huang Published
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Facing a Layoff? Ask Your Employer These Questions Now
If you're being laid off or forced into early retirement, don't make any decisions without proper guidance — and that starts by asking some key questions.
By Ben Maxwell, ChFC®, AAMS® Published
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Best Defensive Stocks to Buy Now
Investors are concerned about tariffs, inflation, interest rates and economic growth. The best defensive stocks can protect your portfolio against these risks.
By Mark R. Hake, CFA Last updated
Personal Finance
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Tariff Fears Keep Rates from Declining
Forecasts Both the bond market and the Federal Reserve would have pushed rates lower if not for the potential inflation that may be caused by tariffs.
By David Payne Last updated
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Here Is How Much You'll Pay for Medicare Premiums and Deductibles in 2025
Medicare premiums for 2025, and the cost of Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B and Part D premiums and deductibles, have gone up. Here is how much you'll pay in 2025.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Best CD Rates — A Risk-Free Way to Save
Savings CDs give you a healthy rate of return outpacing the CPI inflation rate. Here are some of the best short-term and long-term options.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
Meet Kiplinger's Experts
Taxes
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Filing Taxes 2025: Live Updates, News, Tax Tips and Strategies
Tax Blog
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Tax Day: When Is the Last Day to File Your Taxes?
Tax Day Tax Day falls on April 15 this year. However, some people have an extended tax deadline and extra time to file. Are you one of them?
By Rocky Mengle Last updated
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What Would a Government Shutdown Do to the IRS?
IRS With a government shutdown looming, some wonder how IRS operations will be affected.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
Kiplinger Advisor Collective
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How Emerging Technologies May Influence the Future of Capital Markets
Updating legacy systems with next-generation AI can enable fully automated trading, risk assessment and liquidity optimization.
By Jabin Geevarghese George Published
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Why Insurance Can Be a Financial Lifesaver
Regularly reviewing the types and amounts of insurance coverage is essential for a comprehensive financial plan.
By Mario Hernandez Published
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Reasons to Consider Taking Another Look at Gold
The cycle of excessive borrowing to finance government expenditures, grants and aid of all kinds beyond taxable GDP and productivity might not end well.
By Zain Jaffer Published
Retirement
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Markets Are Down: Here's How Your Estate Can Benefit
Your estate can benefit from stock market malaise by using several creative tools. Here's how.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Will Dr. Oz Push Medicare Advantage Plans if Confirmed as Head of CMS?
As original Medicare faces funding shortfalls, Dr. Oz may shift to private insurance providers through Medicare Advantage. Here's what we know so far.
By Maurie Backman Last updated
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Here Is How Much You'll Pay for Medicare Premiums and Deductibles in 2025
Medicare premiums for 2025, and the cost of Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B and Part D premiums and deductibles, have gone up. Here is how much you'll pay in 2025.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
Real Estate
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Nine Tips to Declutter Your Home Before Your Retirement Move
Planning to declutter your home — whether you're moving or downsizing — can be overwhelming. Here's how to do it.
By Dawn Wotapka Last updated
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates
Here are some of the best 30-year mortgage rates today as they've started slowly going down.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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13 Smart Uses for Your Tax Refund
tax refunds If you have a refund check coming your way, consider using it to bolster your personal balance sheet.
By Kimberly Lankford Last updated
tax refunds
Economic Forecasts
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Tariff Fears Keep Rates from Declining
Forecasts Both the bond market and the Federal Reserve would have pushed rates lower if not for the potential inflation that may be caused by tariffs.
By David Payne Last updated
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Inflation Slows, but Tariff Effects Still to Come
Economic Forecasts Inflation cooled more than expected in February, but tariffs may push up prices soon.
By David Payne Last updated
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Kiplinger Trade Outlook: Trade Gap Widens to a New Peak
Forecasts Kiplinger's latest forecast on trade: U.S. exports, imports and our net trade deficit.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
Forecasts
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I Thought St. Patrick’s Day Was the Best Time to Visit Ireland — Then I Went in May
Explore Ireland with confidence: Essential travel tips, currency insights and must-visit destinations.
By Carla Ayers Published
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President Trump's Stances on Social Security and Medicare
Social Security and Medicare programs act as lifelines for millions of Americans, especially seniors. How does Trump stand on these issues?
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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How Emerging Technologies May Influence the Future of Capital Markets
Updating legacy systems with next-generation AI can enable fully automated trading, risk assessment and liquidity optimization.
By Jabin Geevarghese George Published
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The Explosion of New AI Tools
The Kiplinger Letter Workers and consumers soon won’t be able to escape generative AI. Does that mean societal disruption and productivity gains are right around the corner?
By John Miley Published
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Inflation Slows, but Tariff Effects Still to Come
Economic Forecasts Inflation cooled more than expected in February, but tariffs may push up prices soon.
By David Payne Last updated
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Your Social Security Checks Won’t Stop If the Government Shuts Down
How Social Security would be affected by a government shutdown, including what happens to checks and what services would be paused.
By Esther D’Amico Last updated