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The $50M Disney Settlement: Do You Qualify for a Payout?If you subscribed to YouTube TV or DirecTV Stream, you might be eligible for a payout. Here is who qualifies and how to file a claim.
By Choncé Maddox
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Micron Gives Stocks a $250 Billion AI Boost: Stock Market TodayMarkets looked beyond the Middle East to the promise of the AI revolution, including more capex and another record-breaking IPO.
By David Dittman
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Forever Stamp Prices Rise July 12: Should You Stock Up Now?Forever Stamp prices are rising July 12. Here's what you'll pay for stamps, postcards and other USPS mailing services.
By Choncé Maddox
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Are 1-Year CDs A Smart Move Now?Savings The best 1-year CD rates are a smart way to achieve short-term savings goals.
By Sean Jackson
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The Best 5-Year CDs — Earn Up to 4.35%The top 5-year CD rates offer up to 4.35%, helping savers reach long-term savings goals.
By Sean Jackson
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Dow Falls 577 Points After Hormuz Ceasefire Fails: Stock Market TodayThe S&P 500 of South Korea slipped into "bear market" territory while you were sleeping, but silicon hope sprang again in the US.
By David Dittman
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New Jersey 'Senior Freeze' in 2026: How to Check Your Payment StatusTax Relief Looking for your New Jersey property tax reimbursement? Here is the latest 2026 Senior Freeze payment schedule and how to track your check through the NJ Division of Taxation.
By Kate Schubel
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Your T-Mobile Bill May Be Going Up — Here's What to Do NextT-Mobile is moving some customers to newer plans. Here's how to check your account, compare costs and decide whether switching could save you money.
By Paige Cerulli
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Virginia Approves First-of-Its-Kind Data Center Power Consumption TaxTax Law The first statewide tax in the United States specifically tied to data center electricity consumption comes with a bit of a catch.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Chips Slip Again as Caterpillar Bites the Dow: Stock Market TodayYesterday's rally is today's sell-off as markets weigh incoming data against great expectations for second-quarter earnings season.
By David Dittman
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IRS Updates Gift Tax Exclusion Rules for Trump Account ContributionsTax Law Parents and other contributors now have more clarity on a key tax issue tied to the newly launched tax-advantaged accounts.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Is There a Downside to Switching Your Insurance Frequently?You keep finding lower rates every time you shop for insurance. Is there any reason not to take the better deal?
By Rachael Green
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Dow Tops 53,000 as Chip Stocks Re-Take the Lead: Stock Market TodayMarkets are starting to look forward to second-quarter earnings reporting season, as economic activity remains solid.
By David Dittman
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Nasdaq Sinks as Sandisk Sell-Off Continues: Stock Market TodayAnother day of weak price action for chip stocks weighed on the Nasdaq, but the Dow headed into the long holiday weekend at new highs.
By Karee Venema
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Is Clear+ Worth It After the Price Hike?Clear just raised prices for the second year in a row. Is it time to drop your Clear+ membership?
By Rachael Green
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Weak June Jobs Report Quiets the Rate-Hike ConversationThe June jobs report came in well below economists' estimates, but the unemployment rate ticked lower.
By Karee Venema
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8 Costly 401(k) Mistakes That Can Tank Your Retirement401(k) mistakes like cashing out early and not taking advantage of an employer match can upend your retirement.
By Kathryn Pomroy
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Dow Closes Lower as Caterpillar Stock Slumps: Stock Market TodaySinking chip stocks dragged on the Nasdaq on Wednesday, but a big rally for Meta Platforms helped limit losses.
By Karee Venema
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What Bobby Bonilla Day Can Teach You About RetirementHis million-dollar July 1 paycheck isn't something most people can replicate, but the idea behind it can help you build a stronger retirement plan.
By Carla Ayers
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What the Latest Supreme Court Decisions Mean for Your Money in 2026Tax Law Several recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings could have notable financial consequences for homeowners, taxpayers, investors, and consumers.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Your Phones and Computers Will Likely Be More Expensive for Years to ComeThe Kiplinger Letter Consumers and businesses should brace for sticker shock when buying PCs, smartphones, tablets and other electronics. Relief may have to wait until 2029.
By John Miley
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Dow Hits More Highs as Consumers Get More Confident: Stock Market TodayEverybody is enjoying the run-up to Independence Day 2026, with Papa Dow making new highs and consumers recovering from an energy shock.
By David Dittman
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What New Supreme Court Rulings Mean for Your Money in 2026
Tax Law Several recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings could have notable financial consequences for homeowners, taxpayers, investors, and consumers.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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When Is the Stock Market Closed for the Fourth of July?The Fourth of July is almost here, which has many investors wondering when the stock and bond markets will be closed for the holiday.
By Karee Venema
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Are Banks Open on July 3rd or July 4th?Independence Day is almost here, which has many wondering if banks are open on Friday, July 3, or Saturday, July 4.
By Karee Venema
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More Costco Stores Are ComingCostco and other value retailers are opening new stores as demand for lower-priced groceries continues to grow.
By Paige Cerulli
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage RatesSee today's 30-year mortgage rates, compare lenders and learn the steps that can help you lock in a better home loan.
By Carla Ayers
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Stocks Rally to Start a Big Holiday Week: Stock Market TodayComcast created a stir among communication services stocks with a plan to spin off its media and entertainment assets into a new publicly traded company.
By David Dittman
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Can Congress Fix Social Security's Funding Crunch?The Kiplinger Letter If nothing is done, Social Security benefits will need to be cut by 22% in 2033.
By David Payne
