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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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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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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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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
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AI Appliances Aren’t Exciting Buyers…Yet
The Kiplinger Letter Artificial intelligence is being embedded into all sorts of appliances. Now sellers need to get customers to care about AI-powered laundry.
By John Miley
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Dow Adds 646 Points, Hits New Highs: Stock Market Today
It was "boom" for the Dow but "bust" for the Nasdaq following a December Fed meeting that was less hawkish than expected.
By David Dittman
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IRS Says You Made a Tax Return Mistake? A New Law Could Help You Fight Back
Tax Law Updated taxpayer protections change what the IRS must explain on error notices and how long you have to respond.
By Roxanne Bland
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December Fed Meeting: Updates and Commentary
The December Fed meeting is one of the last key economic events of 2025, with Wall Street closely watching what Chair Powell & Co. will do about interest rates.
By Karee Venema
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Dow Rises 497 Points on December Rate Cut: Stock Market Today
The basic questions for market participants and policymakers remain the same after a widely expected Fed rate cut.
By David Dittman
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With Mortgage Rates Dipping, Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House?
When mortgage rates dip, timing may be everything.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Why You Should Get Whole Life Insurance After the Fed Meeting
Now is a good time to diversify your retirement portfolio with a whole life insurance policy.
By Rachael Green
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Why a 5-year CD is Still Your Best Bet After the Fed Meeting
Despite the rate cut at the Fed meeting in December, you still have time to lock in historically high interest rates with a 5-year CD.
By Rachael Green
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Medicare Open Enrollment 2026: Options if You Missed Open Enrollment
Information you can use year-round to manage your Medicare needs.
By Donna LeValley
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New Jersey ANCHOR Benefit Out Now: When Will You Get Yours?
Tax Relief Where is your NJ ANCHOR rebate? Find out how much the New Jersey property tax benefit is and when you can expect your payment in 2025 and 2026.
By Kate Schubel
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Car Insurance Rates Are Rising Fastest in These States
Car insurance rates are on the rise everywhere, but it's worse in some states than others. Does your state have the cheapest or most expensive premiums?
By Sean Jackson
