Finance
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How the stock market defied expectations again this year, by the numbers
Dec 26, 2024 2:57 pm - NEW YORK — What a wonderful year 2024 has been for investors. U.S. stocks ripped higher and carried the S&P 500 to records as the economy kept growing and the Federal Res...
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The Federal Reserve expects to cut rates more slowly in 2025. Here's what that could mean for you
Dec 23, 2024 7:18 am - The Federal Reserve's third interest rate cut of the year will likely have consequences for debt, savings, auto loans, mortgages and other forms of borrowing by consumers and businesses.
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Tips, tools and advice for small business ownersDec 22, 2024 5:20 am - Whether you’re a new small business owner or already established, excelling at your craft is only one piece of the pie.
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Federal Reserve is likely to slow its rate cuts with inflation pressures still elevated
Dec 16, 2024 1:56 pm - Americans hoping for lower borrowing costs for homes, credit cards and cars may be disappointed after this week's Federal Reserve meeting. The Fed's policymakers are likely to signal fewer interest rate cuts next year than were previously expected.
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How to decide whether sustainable investing is right for you
Dec 15, 2024 4:27 am - If you’re thinking of trying out ethical investing, here’s what you need to know.
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More colleges offering free tuition to middle-class families
Dec 14, 2024 12:32 am - The burden of student debt and the difficulties gauging college costs have reached such a fever pitch that more schools are taking big steps to make college less expensiv...
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When it’s time to rethink your asset allocation
Dec 08, 2024 5:27 am - A standard asset-allocation mix (such as a model portfolio ) may work well for the “average” investor, but one size doesn’t always fit all. Here are some of the situations in which you might want to consider adjusting your portfolio for a better fit.
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Listen to Warren Buffett’s advice on wills, most estate planners say
Dec 08, 2024 5:12 am - When one of the world’s wealthiest investors offers parents advice about assets just before the biggest family holidays of the year, a lot of people pay attention. In this case, experts say they should listen.
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New job? You may be leaving behind thousands in 401(k) savings.
Dec 01, 2024 5:01 am - For people starting a new job that pays better, it’s tempting to rejoice over the salary bump. But what many job switchers don’t see is the thousands in retirement savings they stand to lose each year thanks to a 401(k) pitfall, a new study has found.
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Leveraging technology to safeguard your business from fraudNov 24, 2024 6:00 am - In an increasingly digital world, being tech-savvy no longer is a luxury — it’s a necessity.