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Everybody 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

Tax Law Several recent U.S. Supreme Court rulings could have notable financial consequences for homeowners, taxpayers, investors, and consumers.

By Kelley R. Taylor

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

Independence Day is almost here, which has many wondering if banks are open on Friday, July 3, or Saturday, July 4.

By Karee Venema

Costco and other value retailers are opening new stores as demand for lower-priced groceries continues to grow.

By Paige Cerulli

Comcast 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

The Kiplinger Letter If nothing is done, Social Security benefits will need to be cut by 22% in 2033.

By David Payne

Stocks took an early hit on news that ChatGPT parent OpenAI might push its public offering to 2027, and a midday recovery faded into the close.

By Karee Venema

Reducing your car insurance to minimum coverage could save you thousands on premiums. But when is it worth the risk?

By Rachael Green

The Kiplinger Letter AI-enabled attacks are coming faster and more often. Here’s a security update and some advice on how to be prepared.

By John Miley

The tech giant replaces Verizon — and increases the Magnificent 7's presence in the blue-chip barometer.

By Dan Burrows

Apple stock sold off after the tech giant hiked prices, while Micron soared on strong demand for its memory chips.

By Karee Venema

Golden Visas are designed for affluent individuals seeking to relocate abroad for education, retirement, work or a lifestyle change. Here's how they work.

By Kathryn Pomroy

Whether the questions are technical or fundamental in nature, markets are wondering more and more about this new industrial revolution.

By David Dittman

A new partnership between TSA and Google Wallet could make your airport security wait time even shorter.

By Rachael Green

Your Home Older homeowners are getting less for their homes when they sell, according to a new study, raising important questions about retirement income and taxes.

By Kelley R. Taylor

South Korea's main stock market index, heavy with chipmakers leveraged to the AI boom, met the technical definition of a correction on Tuesday.

By David Dittman

Amazon removed key features from older Kindles last month. These are the deals you've been waiting for to replace it.

By Rachael Green

Investing in small-cap stocks can be fraught with risk, but the rewards can be greater than what's offered by their large-cap cousins.

By Kyle Woodley

Markets are still absorbing the biggest IPO in history, and today they're also observing the passing of one of the most consequential central bankers ever.

By David Dittman

Social Security Wealthier taxpayers will have more Social Security tax taken from their paychecks this year.

By Kelley R. Taylor

Splurging on yourself is fine as long as it fits your budget, boosts your happiness, and never threatens your financial security.

By Kathryn Pomroy

Tax Relief Check your eligibility for average property tax savings ranging from $350 to $1,500 this year.

By Kate Schubel

State Tax A proposed tax on extreme wealth in California is moving closer to voters. Here's what it means for high earners and others in the Golden State.

By Kelley R. Taylor

Investors, traders and speculators set aside their worries about interest rates to celebrate peace in the Middle East and AAPL-INTC again.

By David Dittman

Savings Here's why a new type of child savings account for foster youth isn't available in most states — for now.

By Kate Schubel

Food Taxes Rising beef prices are making summer grilling expensive. But in some states, your backyard burger and other groceries face a double financial hit.

By Kelley R. Taylor