Commodities Explained
Exposure to commodities is a portfolio diversification strategy that investors may explore, particularly during inflationary periods. Encompassing raw resources such as metals, oil and gas, agricultural...
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Student loan forgiveness could help narrow the racial wealth gap, say advocates. Here's how
Rather than narrowing the racial wealth gap between Black and white Americans, student loan debt is making things worse. Loan forgiveness could help, some say.
43% of homeowners have delayed home improvements and maintenance due to inflation. Here’s why that’s risky
If inflation is squeezing your budget, there are steps you can take as a homeowner to help avoid costly fixes.
Brex drops tens of thousands of small business customers as Silicon Valley adjusts to new reality
The move is the latest sign of a sea change occurring among start-ups as an abrupt shift in market conditions is forcing a new discipline on...
Amid high inflation, 36% of employees earning $100,000 or more say they are living paycheck to paycheck
The share of workers earning at least $100,000 a year who report being cash-strapped is double what it was three years ago.
As SEC charges first brokerage to run afoul of new investor protection rule, here's how to find a good financial advisor
It may seem challenging to find a broker, financial advisor or financial planner you can trust. Here are some steps consumers can take to protect themselves.
One key problem has 1 in 4 expats ‘seriously considering’ or ‘planning’ to renounce U.S. citizenship
Roughly 1 in 4 American expats is “seriously considering” or “planning” to renounce their U.S. citizenship, according to a survey. Here’s the top reason why.
US FTX Crypto Exchange Acquires Alberta-based Bitvo and Plans to Officially Launch in Canada
FTX Release Jun 17, 2022 The acquisition of Bitvo, Inc. marks another step in FTX's global expansion of products and services CALGARY, Alberta, June 17, 2022...
80% of socially responsible ESG investors also own cryptocurrency: Here’s how they reconcile conflicting values
Environmental, social and corporate governance investments attracted record new assets in 2021. A new survey takes a look at who is investing in this area.
Food stamps, credit card debt: Record high inflation forces some older Americans to make tough financial choices
Older Americans who rely on Social Security for income have been forced to make some tough financial choices amid record high prices.
College tuition bills are coming. Here are 3 ways to navigate them and give your 529 balance time to recover
If you’re worried about a smaller 529 college savings plan balance, it may make sense to try and claim other credits while waiting for the account...
Hardbacon: Why we launched an equity crowdfunding campaign in the middle of a bear market
Hardbacon Julien Brault Jun 16, 2022 When we launched our equity crowdfunding round in May, the stock market was down 20% year-to-date and the value of...
Michigan officially becomes 14th state to mandate personal finance education before high school graduation
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday signed into law a bill guaranteeing access to personal finance education before high school graduation.
Amid record inflation, 36% of employees earning $100,000 or more say they are living paycheck to paycheck
The share of workers earning at least $100,000 a year who report being cash-strapped is double what it was three years ago.
Need to Bootstrap Your Business? Here’s What You Need to Know in 2022
AuthorityHacker Mark Webster Jun 16, 2022 You have a sweet idea for a new business, and you want to be your own boss. That's awesome. But...