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What a Blowout August Jobs Report Means for a September Rate HikeThe August jobs report was released Friday morning. Here's what the numbers show.
By Karee Venema
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Dow Jumps 624 Points as Treasury Yields Pull Back: Stock Market TodaySnowflake's post-earnings pop gave software stocks a boost, while retreating Treasury yields supported a broader rally on Wall Street.
By Karee Venema
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The 1-Month Rule for Setting Your Car Insurance DeductibleThe ideal car insurance deductible balances risk and savings. Here's how to find it.
By Rachael Green
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Are Banks Open on Labor Day?Labor Day is just around the corner, and many are wondering whether banks will be open on Monday, September 7.
By Karee Venema
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Is the Stock Market Open on Labor Day?Investors will enjoy a long weekend, with both the stock and bond markets closed on Monday for Labor Day.
By Karee Venema
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Stocks Close Higher as Treasury Yields Stabilize: Stock Market TodayThe main market indexes finished in positive territory for the first time this week as Treasury yields took a breather.
By Karee Venema
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Some Retirees Are Choosing Delaware Over Florida: How the Retirement Math Adds UpRetirement Tax Florida has long been a favored retirement destination, but lately, Delaware is having a moment.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Dow Falls 419 Points as Bond Yields Rise: Stock Market TodayThe energy shock is not going away, and it's only making things worse for the bond market, as well as the stock market, over the long term.
By David Dittman
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Stocks Lose Again as US-Iran War Heats Up: Stock Market TodayThe last trading week of the summer is off to a tough start, with geopolitical tensions ratcheting and interest rates rising.
By David Dittman
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Congress Faces Busy AutumnThe Kiplinger Letter Lawmakers likely will avert a government shutdown before hitting the campaign trail.
By Sean Lengell
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Stocks Turn Down as Warsh Talks Up Rates: Stock Market TodayMarkets are pricing in higher interest rates after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh doubled down on his commitment to price stability.
By David Dittman
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July 2026 Fed Meeting: Live Updates and CommentaryThe July Fed meeting comes as oil prices fall and the labor market holds steady. And while inflation remains elevated, the FOMC held steady this time around.
By Karee Venema
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The Best Growth ETFs to BuyThe best growth ETFs have historically beaten the market. Prudent investors will be mindful of elevated valuations and sector concentration risk.
By Tony Dong, MSc, CETF
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Analysts' Top S&P 500 Stocks to Buy NowWynn Resorts, AutoZone and Diamondback Energy make Wall Street's list of top-rated stocks this month. Some of the other names might surprise you.
By Dan Burrows
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Nvidia Earnings: Updates and Commentary August 2026Nvidia reported earnings after Wednesday's close, and Wall Street reacted positively to the AI bellwether's fiscal second-quarter results.
By Karee Venema
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Nasdaq Jumps 411 Points as Nvidia Stock Soars: Stock Market TodayTech earnings stole the spotlight Thursday, with Nvidia and Salesforce surging after their respective results.
By Karee Venema
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Is Your Car Model Driving Up Your Insurance Premium?Car insurance rates vary by make and model. Find out if your car is raising or lowering your premium.
By Rachael Green
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Earn A Disney Bundle Discount With The Blue Cash Everyday® CardThe Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express offers you cash back rewards on streaming, grocery and dining. Best of all, the card has no annual fee.
By Sean Jackson
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Stocks Look to Nvidia Earnings for Direction: Stock Market TodayThe main stock indexes failed to make big moves on Wednesday ahead of Nvidia's earnings report, while Meta settled a landmark social media case.
By Karee Venema
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Equifax Agrees to $100 Million Settlement Over Credit Score Error: Are You Eligible for a Payment?About 4 million people could be eligible for payments after a coding error allegedly caused Equifax to send inaccurate credit scores to lenders.
By Carla Ayers
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2026 HSA Contribution Limits: What to Know Before the Year EndsHealth Savings The IRS says Health Savings Account contribution limits increased again due to inflation.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Stocks Rise as Nvidia Ends Losing Streak: Stock Market TodayWhat happens if Nvidia and Jensen Huang report the greatest quarter in the history of the semiconductor industry on Wednesday?
By David Dittman
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Best Blue Chip Stocks: 21 Hedge Fund Top PicksBlue chip stocks dominate the list of hedge funds' most popular equity investments.
By Dan Burrows
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Are You an Auto Theft Target? Discover the CluesThieves seized more than 650,000 cars last year. See which models, states and behaviors draw the eyes of opportunists.
By Sean Jackson
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Stocks Pause for Nvidia Earnings, Warsh Remarks: Stock Market TodayInvestors, traders and speculators expect direction from the leaders of the AI revolution and the world's most important central bank.
By David Dittman
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Hidden Watermarks Will Track AI-Generated TextThe Kiplinger Letter Europe’s strict artificial intelligence regulations are forcing leading tech companies to adjust. Watermarks are just the start.
By John Miley
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Amex Cardholders Have a New Way to Access Airport LoungesSome Amex cardholders can now use their physical card to verify Priority Pass™ membership at participating airport lounges. Here’s what to know.
By Choncé Maddox
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Dow Adds 550 Points Ahead of Nvidia Earnings Week: Stock Market TodayThe stock market still looks basically healthy, but the bond market is starting to show signs of stress.
By David Dittman
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New NYC Pied-À-Terre Tax Faces Its First Big TestProperty Tax There's some confusion swirling over Mayor Mamdani's "second-home tax" on some high-value homes in New York City.
By Kelley R. Taylor
