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Kiplinger's Weekly Earnings Calendar
Kiplinger's Weekly Earnings Calendar
Check out our earnings calendar for the upcoming week, as well as our previews of the more noteworthy reports.
August 19, 2022
What’s All the Fuss About Direct Indexing?
What’s All the Fuss About Direct Indexing?
Investors who want control over which stocks they own are looking at direct investing. It comes with some distinct advantages, but it’s not for everyo…
August 19, 2022
Stock Market Today (8/18/22): Stocks Struggle for Direction After Mixed Data
Stock Market Today (8/18/22): Stocks Struggle for Direction After Mixed Data
Existing home sales fell for a sixth straight month in July, while the latest jobs data pointed to a stable labor market.
August 18, 2022
10 Best Bond ETFs to Buy Now
10 Best Bond ETFs to Buy Now
The bond market has struggled in 2022, but investors with a longer-term view should consider these bond ETFs to balance their portfolios.
August 18, 2022
Ready for a Financial Check-In? Now’s the Time to Get Back on Track
Ready for a Financial Check-In? Now’s the Time to Get Back on Track
Here are five key things to check off your list to improve your financial health. Do it now to finish the year strong.
August 18, 2022
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Stock Market Today (8/17/22): Stocks Drop After Target Earnings, Fed Minutes
Stock Market Today (8/17/22): Stocks Drop After Target Earnings, Fed Minutes
The major indexes fell after Target (TGT) reported plunging profits in Q2, and failed to recover after the release of the Fed's July meeting minutes.
August 17, 2022
7 Myths About Variable Annuities: Exposing Their Dark Side
7 Myths About Variable Annuities: Exposing Their Dark Side
On the surface, variable annuities sound almost too good to be true. But once you learn the facts about the safety of your principal, the fees and ho…
August 17, 2022
The Strong Dollar’s Winners and Losers
The Strong Dollar’s Winners and Losers
The greenback’s rise may hurt companies with a global footprint, but benefit those that depend on imports.
August 17, 2022
What Retail Earnings Say About the Consumer
What Retail Earnings Say About the Consumer
The latest batch of retail earnings point to a resilient consumer in these high-inflation times, analysts say.
August 17, 2022
Earn $500,000 in 2021? You May Still Have Time to Reduce 2021 Taxes
Earn $500,000 in 2021? You May Still Have Time to Reduce 2021 Taxes
Some high-earning entrepreneurs and business owners have until Sept. 15 or even Oct. 15 to ramp up their retirement savings and possibly save big on t…
August 17, 2022
When Newspaper Editors Fail to Edit, Harm Can Result
When Newspaper Editors Fail to Edit, Harm Can Result
Don’t believe everything you read, because there’s a lot of bad advice out there. Writers make mistakes. Editors don’t catch them all. And sometimes w…
August 17, 2022
Stock Market Today (8/16/22): Dow Reclaims 34K as Walmart, Home Depot Stocks Soar
Stock Market Today (8/16/22): Dow Reclaims 34K as Walmart, Home Depot Stocks Soar
Both retailers reported higher-than-expected earnings and revenue in Q2 and reiterated their full-year forecasts.
August 16, 2022
The Berkshire Hathaway Portfolio: All 45 Warren Buffett Stocks Ranked
The Berkshire Hathaway Portfolio: All 45 Warren Buffett Stocks Ranked
The Berkshire Hathaway portfolio is a diverse set of blue chips, and increasingly, lesser-known growth bets. Here's a look at every stock picked by Wa…
August 16, 2022
10 Low-Volatility ETFs for a Roller-Coaster Market
10 Low-Volatility ETFs for a Roller-Coaster Market
It's been a volatile year for the stock market, and that has investors sniffing out low-volatility ETFs. Just understand their strengths and their lim…
August 16, 2022
A Few Important Roth IRA Basics for Investors
A Few Important Roth IRA Basics for Investors
Roth IRAs have a lot going for them … if you use them right. Here’s a roundup of the withdrawal rules, penalties and taxation of Roth IRAs.
August 16, 2022
Buffett Buys More Apple, Chevron, Occidental Petroleum, in Q2
Buffett Buys More Apple, Chevron, Occidental Petroleum, in Q2
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway topped off existing stakes in some favorite stocks, cut exposure to General Motors and Kroger, and exited its rump…
August 15, 2022
Stock Market Today (8/15/22): Stocks Brush Off China Growth Concerns
Stock Market Today (8/15/22): Stocks Brush Off China Growth Concerns
A number of economic reports released overnight pointed to a slowdown in China's economy in July.
August 15, 2022
What Will Happen With Health Costs in 2023
What Will Happen With Health Costs in 2023
Higher drug costs will accelerate health insurance premium increases.
August 15, 2022
Walmart Headlines Busy Week of Retail Earnings
Walmart Headlines Busy Week of Retail Earnings
Our preview of the upcoming week's earnings reports includes Walmart (WMT), Lowe's Companies (LOW) and BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings (BJ).
August 15, 2022
5 Things to Teach Your Kids About Money and Happiness
5 Things to Teach Your Kids About Money and Happiness
To be happy and independent, kids need to know a thing or two about money. Here are five suggestions for helpful money lessons that parents should sha…
August 15, 2022
Grandparents: Now is the Time to Contribute to Your Grandkid's 529 Plans
Grandparents: Now is the Time to Contribute to Your Grandkid's 529 Plans
With new changes to the FAFSA process, you can “superfund” their college savings – without affecting their financial aid status.
August 15, 2022
5 Things to Consider When Weighing a Job Change
5 Things to Consider When Weighing a Job Change
Financially speaking, the decision to stay or go is about more than just salary. Take a holistic look at your offer before deciding to take the leap t…
August 14, 2022
Biden's Inflation Reduction Act: Investing Winners and Losers
Biden's Inflation Reduction Act: Investing Winners and Losers
These seven stocks could benefit the most (and least) from the Inflation Reduction Act, which has been signed into law.
August 14, 2022
2 Risks People Face If They Retire in Tough Economic Times
2 Risks People Face If They Retire in Tough Economic Times
You’ve reached your retirement age, but our economy is on the rocks. What should you do?
August 13, 2022
Stock Market Today (8/12/22): S&P, Nasdaq Rack Up Longest Weekly Win Streak of 2022
Stock Market Today (8/12/22): S&P, Nasdaq Rack Up Longest Weekly Win Streak of 2022
Preliminary data from the University of Michigan indicated consumer sentiment is improving in August.
August 12, 2022
Are You Rich? The Answer May Surprise You
Are You Rich? The Answer May Surprise You
Whether you are considered rich depends on how you measure it – and the bar for that is changing. Have a look at the numbers that define who's wealthy…
August 12, 2022