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Holiday Tax Scams 2025: 'Tis the Season to be Wary
Tax Scams Navigating tax tricks of the holiday season may be daunting, but don't let that destroy your festive spirit
By Roxanne Bland
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Law Reversal Looming? Trump Eyes 2026 Gambling Winnings Tax Change
Tax Deductions It's no secret that the IRS is coming after your gambling winnings in 2026. But how long will that last?
By Kate Schubel
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Metro by T-Mobile Is Giving Away This Samsung Galaxy A16: Which Plans Are Eligible?
Metro by T-Mobile is offering free Samsung Galaxy A16 phones on eligible plans right now. Here’s how the deal works.
By Rachael Green
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When to Expect Your First Social Security Check of 2026
Social Security payments to retirees reflecting the 2.8% COLA will start arriving January 14.
By Donna LeValley
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Nasdaq Leads as Tech Stages Late-Week Comeback: Stock Market Today
Oracle stock boosted the tech sector on Friday after the company became co-owner of TikTok's U.S. operations.
By Karee Venema
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Disney’s Risky Acceptance of AI Videos
The Kiplinger Letter Disney will let fans run wild with AI-generated videos of its top characters. The move highlights the uneasy partnership between AI companies and Hollywood.
By John Miley
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Are Banks Open on Christmas 2025?
Christmas is almost here, which has many folks wondering if banks are open on Thursday, December 25.
By Karee Venema
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Is the Stock Market Open on Christmas in 2025?
Market participants get to enjoy a mid-week Christmas break with family and friends this year.
By Karee Venema
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What to Look Out for in Economic Data This Week
It's a slow week for economic data, but all eyes will be on the shutdown-delayed release of third-quarter GDP data.
By Karee Venema
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Earnings Calendar and Analysis for This Week
stocks Check out our earnings calendar for this holiday-shortened week.
By Karee Venema
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Cooler Inflation Supports a Relief Rally: Stock Market Today
Investors, traders and speculators welcome much-better-than-hoped-for core CPI data on top of optimism-renewing AI earnings.
By David Dittman
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The November CPI Report Is Out. Here's What It Means for Rising Prices
The November CPI report came in lighter than expected, but the delayed data give an incomplete picture of inflation, say economists.
By Karee Venema
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Medline IPO: Should You Buy MDLN Stock?
The Medline IPO turned out to be the biggest offering of the year, with the medical supply company making its market debut on December 17.
By Karee Venema
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Hot Upcoming IPOs to Watch
The most exciting upcoming IPOs include design platform Canva and digital asset manager Grayscale Investments.
By Tom Taulli
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Nasdaq Sinks 418 Points as Tech Chills: Stock Market Today
Investors, traders and speculators are growing cooler to the AI revolution as winter approaches.
By David Dittman
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23 Last-Minute Gifts That Still Arrive Before Christmas
Scrambling to cross those last few names off your list? Here are 23 last-minute gifts that you can still get in time for Christmas.
By Rachael Green
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Kiplinger Jobs Outlook: Hiring Continuing at Reduced Levels
Economic Forecasts Kiplinger's monthly jobs round-up covers the latest changes in the labor market, from job gains to wage fluctuations.
By David Payne
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Stocks Chop as the Unemployment Rate Jumps: Stock Market Today
November job growth was stronger than expected, but sharp losses in October and a rising unemployment rate are worrying market participants.
By Karee Venema
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Best White Elephant Christmas Gifts Under $25
There are still great gifts under $25 available for everyone on your list from Walmart, Costco, Amazon and Target.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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How to Save $50 on a Sam’s Club Membership
This Sam’s Club membership deal from Stack Social saves you up to $50 and gets you a full year of access to the warehouse club.
By Rachael Green
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Top 22 Gifts for Grandkids from Walmart
From PlayStations to Labubus, you'll find the hottest gifts of 2025 for your grandkids at Walmart this year. And many still arrive in time for Christmas.
By Rachael Green
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The Delayed November Jobs Report Is Out. Here's What It Means for the Fed and Rate Cuts
The November jobs report came in higher than expected, although it still shows plenty of signs of weakness in the labor market.
By Karee Venema
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Amazon Haul Gift Guide: Under-$20 Gifts That Keep Your Holiday Budget in Tact
From stocking stuffers to budget-friendly crowd pleasers, these are the best under-$20 gifts on Amazon Haul right now.
By Rachael Green
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2025 Standard Deduction Changes Under New Trump Tax Bill
Tax Breaks What is the standard deduction for your filing status in 2025?
By Kate Schubel
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Stocks Struggle Ahead of November Jobs Report: Stock Market Today
Oracle and Broadcom continued to fall, while market participants looked ahead to Tuesday's jobs report.
By Karee Venema
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The Best Growth ETFs to Buy
The best growth ETFs have historically beaten the market. Prudent investors will be mindful of elevated valuations and sector concentration risk.
By Tony Dong, MSc
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7 Best Stocks to Gift Your Grandchildren
The best stocks to give your grandchildren have certain qualities in common. Here, we let you know what those are.
By Dan Burrows
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My Teen Crashed His Car, and Now Our Insurance Has Tripled. What Now?
Dealing with the costly aftermath of a teen car accident is stressful. Here are your options for navigating it.
By Rachael Green
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AI Stocks Lead Nasdaq's 398-Point Nosedive: Stock Market Today
The major stock market indexes do not yet reflect the bullish tendencies of sector rotation and broadening participation.
By David Dittman
