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Trump tariffs create the ‘perfect storm’ for scams, cybersecurity expert says — 3 red flags to watch out for

Trump tariffs create the ‘perfect storm’ for scams, cybersecurity expert says — 3 red flags to watch out for

President Donald Trump may be creating the perfect storm for scams around tariffs. Here’s what you know.

1 year ago
What Moody’s downgrade of U.S. credit rating means for your money

What Moody’s downgrade of U.S. credit rating means for your money

Moody's decision to downgrade the U.S. credit rating may have far reaching consequences for your money, experts say.

1 year ago
Trade tensions drive consumers to cut back. 'Something has to give,' analyst says

Trade tensions drive consumers to cut back. 'Something has to give,' analyst says

Amid ongoing tariff disputes, consumers are prepared to make fewer discretionary purchases, recent studies show.

1 year ago
Student loan borrowers brace for wage garnishment: 'Money is tight when you're a teacher'

Student loan borrowers brace for wage garnishment: 'Money is tight when you're a teacher'

CNBC spoke with some of the student loan borrowers in default who are bracing for the consequences of wage garnishments and Social Security offsets.

1 year ago
'Money is tight when you're a teacher': Student loan borrowers brace for wage garnishment

'Money is tight when you're a teacher': Student loan borrowers brace for wage garnishment

CNBC spoke with some of the student loan borrowers in default who are bracing for the consequences of wage garnishments and Social Security offsets.

1 year ago
Top Wall Street analysts prefer these dividend stocks for stable returns

Top Wall Street analysts prefer these dividend stocks for stable returns

TipRanks' analyst ranking service discusses three dividend-paying stocks, including Chevron and EOG Resources, highlighted by Wall Street's top pros.

1 year ago
Trump wants coal to power AI data centers. The tech industry may need to make peace with that for now

Trump wants coal to power AI data centers. The tech industry may need to make peace with that for now

President Donald Trump's push to revive the coal industry is running up against the tech sector's environmental goals.

1 year ago
Long-term care costs can be a 'huge problem,' experts say. Here's why

Long-term care costs can be a 'huge problem,' experts say. Here's why

Long-term care can cost well over $100,000 but households aren't prepared, experts say.

1 year ago
How student loan borrowers can avoid default as Trump administration ramps up collection efforts

How student loan borrowers can avoid default as Trump administration ramps up collection efforts

Some student loan borrowers mistakenly believe they're in default. Meanwhile, those who have defaulted can take steps to get current on their loans.

1 year ago
Irenic snaps up a stake in Couchbase. Here are two tracks the firm can take to create value

Irenic snaps up a stake in Couchbase. Here are two tracks the firm can take to create value

Activist Irenic has two paths to take at Couchbase to build value.

1 year ago
College majors with the best and worst job prospects — art history beats finance

College majors with the best and worst job prospects — art history beats finance

In general, what college students choose to major in has significant implications for job prospects and future earnings potential.

1 year ago
How House GOP bill’s $4,000 senior 'bonus' compares to eliminating tax on Social Security benefits

How House GOP bill’s $4,000 senior 'bonus' compares to eliminating tax on Social Security benefits

House Republicans have included a proposal in their tax bill to provide a $4,000 deduction for individuals ages 65 and up. Here's what it may mean for retirees.

1 year ago
College majors with the best and worst employment prospects — philosophy now outranks finance

College majors with the best and worst employment prospects — philosophy now outranks finance

In general, what college students choose to major in has significant implications for job prospects and future earnings potential.

1 year ago
College grads face a 'tough and competitive' job market this year, expert says

College grads face a 'tough and competitive' job market this year, expert says

The class of 2025 is entering a job market shaken by federal cutbacks and uncertainty over tariff policy. Experts offer advice on landing a career job now.

1 year ago
No tax on Social Security benefits, or $4,000 senior 'bonus': How they compare

No tax on Social Security benefits, or $4,000 senior 'bonus': How they compare

House Republicans have included a proposal in their tax bill to provide a $4,000 deduction for individuals ages 65 and up. Here's what it may mean for retirees.

1 year ago