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The Steaming Sirloin Squeeze: How Casual Steakhouses Are Navigating the Historic Surge in Beef CostsNews

The Steaming Sirloin Squeeze: How Casual Steakhouses Are Navigating the Historic Surge in Beef Costs

As shrinking cattle herds push beef costs to historic highs, popular steakhouse chains implement strategic menu price increases.

May 16, 2026
Yes, People Still Use Cash — a Lot More Than You’d ExpectNews

Yes, People Still Use Cash — a Lot More Than You’d Expect

About 45% of people keep "store-of-value cash" at home or somewhere else, with the average amount coming in at $364.

May 15, 2026
The Great Wealth Consumption: Why Boomers are Toasting to Their Own Future Instead of Their HeirsNews

The Great Wealth Consumption: Why Boomers are Toasting to Their Own Future Instead of Their Heirs

Instead of passing down massive fortunes, baby boomers are prioritizing their own travel, healthcare, and long-term retirement needs.

May 12, 2026
The Value Revolution: Why 2026 is the Year Brand Loyalty Died for the Modern Bargain-Hunting ConsumerNews

The Value Revolution: Why 2026 is the Year Brand Loyalty Died for the Modern Bargain-Hunting Consumer

Alvarez and Marsal's latest research reveals why shoppers are ditching brand loyalty to prioritize essential value and sustainable spending.

May 9, 2026
Fees for Financial Advice Are Climbing. A New Study Finds It’s Worth the CostNews

Fees for Financial Advice Are Climbing. A New Study Finds It’s Worth the Cost

Households using financial advisors have over double the net worth of those without professional help, TIAA Institute finds.

May 9, 2026
The Great Compression: Why American Shoppers Are Finally Slamming the BrakesNews

The Great Compression: Why American Shoppers Are Finally Slamming the Brakes

American households are cutting back on non-essential purchases as rising costs and persistent inflation force a major spending shift.

May 8, 2026
This Under-the-Radar Restaurant Stock Is Outperforming Chipotle and McDonald’sNews

This Under-the-Radar Restaurant Stock Is Outperforming Chipotle and McDonald’s

By: Jordan Chussler Editor: Julia Glum Investors often turn to flashy, headline-grabbing growth stocks to construct the core of their portfolios. It’s why companies like Nvidia, Alphabet and other members of the Magnificent Seven command so much attention. But because they are inherently volatile, tech stocks’ enormous upside potential is matched by their capacity for significant losses. That can make them a bad fit for people nearing retirement or investors who can’t stomach high-risk, high-reward investments. Conversely, under-the-radar stocks operating in understated industries can often provide stability, consistency and steady returns for buy-and-hold investors. Texas Roadhouse (TXRH) is the perfect example. Since bringing on a new CEO […]...

May 6, 2026
The Greenback’s Retreat: US Dollar Faces Prolonged Slump as Global Markets Recalibrate for 2026News

The Greenback’s Retreat: US Dollar Faces Prolonged Slump as Global Markets Recalibrate for 2026

Persistent fiscal deficits and evolving geopolitical alliances continue to erode the historical dominance of the United States sovereign currency.

May 4, 2026
Research Finds Guaranteed Income in Retirement Can Actually Help You Live LongerNews

Research Finds Guaranteed Income in Retirement Can Actually Help You Live Longer

“The financial stress that comes with the unknown has real negative impacts on both physical and mental well-being.”...

May 3, 2026