Personal Investor

How Financial Literacy Changed My Life—And How It Can Change Yours in 2025

February 4, 2025

I'll be honest—there was a time when money stressed me out. I wasn't sure if I was saving enough, investing correctly, or making the right spending choices

Financial Conversations Every Couple Should Have: Building Trust and Planning Together

Personal Investor

February 4, 2025

I used to think talking about money in a relationship was awkward. It felt like one of those topics—like politics or past relationships—that could cause unnecessary tension.

The Smart Investor’s Guide to Last-Minute Tax Prep

Personal Investor

February 4, 2025

My friend Mark is one of the sharpest investors I know. He’s the guy who always seems to be a step ahead—whether it’s spotting a market trend before everyone else or restructuring his portfolio just in time to avoid a tax hit.

Weekly Market Recap: Week Ended January 31, 2025

Personal Investor

February 2, 2025

Mixed results: The S&P 500 and the NASDAQ fell 1.0% to 1.6%, respectively, and the Dow recorded a fractional gain in a week that got off to a shaky start. On Monday, technology stocks pulled the broader market down amid news of a competitive threat that a Chinese startup company poses to U.S. tech companies’ AI initiatives.

Midday Market Roundup: Top Financial Stories at Noon for January 31, 2025

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January 31, 2025

The financial world witnessed significant movements today, with markets reacting to key inflation data and corporate earnings.

The PULSE: Global Markets on January 30, 2025

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January 30, 2025

As the sun rose on Thursday, global markets were at a crossroads—balancing optimism from strong corporate earnings with caution over economic slowdowns and shifting monetary policies.