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NewsPrivate Equity, Crypto and Other Risky Assets Are Coming to Your 401(k). Here’s What to Know
By: Martha C. White Editor: Julia Glum Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor rolled out a framework intended to make it easier to invest in private equity right from your retirement accounts. “This is how we will unlock and unleash the full potential” of the more than $12 trillion Americans have in 401(k)s, assistant secretary Daniel Aronowitz said in a media announcement. The rule was developed in response to an August directive from President Donald Trump to figure out how to make alternative assets — a catch-all term for assets other than stocks and bonds traded on public exchanges that includes private credit, […]...
NewsIs This 2008 All Over Again? Fears of a Financial Crash Grow Among Investors
By: Jordan Chussler Editor: Julia Glum Between escalating oil prices stemming from another war in the Middle East and signs of instability in the fi...
NewsSam’s Club Announces Membership Fee Increase as Warehouse Giant Invests in National Expansion and Digital Innovation
Starting May 1, Sam’s Club members will face higher annual fees as the company prioritizes massive store renovations.
NewsA Pound of Ground Beef Now Costs More Than the Federal Minimum Wage
Since 2020, the cost of groceries has spiked over 31%, and there’s no indication that they’re on the way down.
NewsFed Holds Rates Steady as Powell Vows to Remain at Post Amid DOJ Investigation (Video)
Fed Maintains Rates While Powell Defies DOJ Pressure To Resign Amid Ongoing Investigations Into Central Bank Management Practices...
NewsMore Americans Than Ever Are Relying on Personal Loans. Here’s What You Need to Know
By: Pete Grieve Editor: Kaitlin Mulhere Personal loans are steadily gaining popularity as consumers lean on unsecured borrowing to pay their rising bills. The share of Americans with personal loans reached a new high in 2025, with nearly four in 10 adults now using one, according to Experian data. “U.S. consumers continue to spend, based on recent retail sales figures, and credit card balances continue to climb,” the report said. “At the same time, record-high interest rates on existing credit card balances may be motivating more consumers to search for lower-cost ways to manage that debt.” While not as draining as high-interest rate […]...
NewsThe Geopolitical Tightrope: Fed Faces War-Driven Inflation Shock
The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) convenes this Wednesday, March 18, 2026, amid a rapidly escalating conflict between the United States and Iran.
NewsThe Growing Threat of Digital Financial Fraud: Protecting Your Assets in an Interconnected World
Financial fraud remains a persistent threat as sophisticated scammers exploit digital vulnerabilities, requiring consumers to maintain constant vigilance and modern security.
NewsNavigating the New Normal: USDA Forecasts Steady Rise in Grocery Prices for 2026
While food-at-home inflation remains below historical averages, rising costs for beef, sweets, and beverages continue to squeeze consumer budgets.