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'The 'Mamdani Effect' in New York: Can the City Afford a Millionaire Tax?
State Tax Will higher income taxes drive the wealthy to flee New York in 2026?
By Roxanne Bland
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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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Is a New $25,000 Health Care Tax Deduction Coming in 2026?
Tax Policy A proposal from GOP Sen. Josh Hawley adds to the chatter about health care affordability.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Are New Trump $2,000 Stimulus Payments Coming in 2026? What to Know Now
Tax Policy A promise of $2,000 tariff dividend checks is raising questions and fueling confusion.
By Kelley R. Taylor
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Kiplinger GDP Outlook: No Recession, But Low Economic Growth
Kiplinger Forecasts In the latest Kiplinger GDP forecast, we expect modest-to-moderate growth in the second half of 2025 and through 2026.
By David Payne
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I'm a Government Employee and Need to Get By Until the Shutdown Ends. What Can I Do?
The second-longest shutdown in history is leaving many federal workers with bills due and no paycheck to cover them. Here's what you can do to get by.
By Rachael Green
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What Services Are Open During the Government Shutdown?
The Kiplinger Letter As the shutdown drags on, many basic federal services will increasingly be affected.
By Sean Lengell
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Banks Are Sounding the Alarm About Stablecoins
The Kiplinger Letter The banking industry says stablecoins could have a negative impact on lending.
By Rodrigo Sermeño
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How Medicare Is Affected by a Government Shutdown
A look at how Medicare is affected by a government shutdown, as well as other government-related health care.
By Donna LeValley
