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Trending Investments

US loses 92,000 jobs: unemployment rises to 4.4%, Dow drops 784 points

The US economy lost 92,000 jobs in February, far worse than the +59,000 expected. Unemployment rises to 4.4%, Dow drops 784 points. What it means for your investments.

Mar 06, 2026 6 min read

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Trending Personal Finance

PPI inflation comes in hot: the Fed will not cut rates and your wallet feels it

The producer price index (PPI) came in hotter than expected, complicating the Fed rate cut timeline. With rates at 3.50-3.75%, mortgages, credit cards, and loans remain expensive.

Feb 28, 2026 6 min read

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Trending Personal Finance

Consumer confidence rises to 91.2 in February: relief signal or a false alarm?

Consumer confidence rose to 91.2 in February, helped by a slightly better labor market outlook. But staying below 100 keeps recession warning flags flying.

Feb 25, 2026 5 min read

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Trending Financial Education

US GDP grows just 1.4% vs 2.9% expected: what it means for your money

The US economy grew just 1.4% in Q4 2025, well below the 2.9% expected. Combined with 2.9% inflation, the stagflation specter looms large.

Feb 23, 2026 6 min read

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Trending Investments

PCE rises 0.4% and GDP falls to 1.4%: stagflation shadow looms over the US

PCE rose 0.4% monthly (above expectations) and Q4 GDP fell to just 1.4% vs 3% expected. The combination puts the Fed in an impossible position.

Feb 21, 2026 5 min read

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Trending Investments

Bitcoin Drops to $66,700 on US-Iran Tensions and Hawkish Fed

Bitcoin falls to $66,746 as US-Iran military tensions and hawkish Fed minutes push investors to safe havens. Bitcoin ETFs lost $6B in 4 months.

Feb 19, 2026 6 min read

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Trending Savings

Savings Accounts Still Paying Up to 5% APY in 2026: How to Benefit

Top high-yield savings accounts pay up to 5% APY while the national average is 0.39%. With the Fed on pause, high rates will stick around.

Feb 19, 2026 5 min read

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Trending Investments

Fed Holds Rates at 3.75%: When Is the Next Cut Coming?

The Federal Reserve released its January meeting minutes revealing a split decision to hold rates. Two members voted to cut. Here is what it means for your wallet.

Feb 18, 2026 5 min read

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Trending Investments

S&P 500 near all-time high: Fed, AI, and what to do with your money

The S&P 500 stays near all-time highs at 6,843 points. We explain what is driving markets and what to do with your investments in 2026.

Feb 17, 2026 5 min read

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