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This has been one of the most affordable U.S. cities to buy a home for the past 134 years
Home prices in America have changed dramatically over the last century — but the Midwest has remained a bastion of affordability through it all.
Soon you can buy Medicare Advantage plans at Costco. What you need to know.
The warehouse club becomes the latest consumer brand to offer health insurance.
Tesla’s stock jumps as the company gets cleared for a Las Vegas robotaxi launch
The automaker plans to soon launch its Cybercab in Austin, Texas, and got the nod to deploy thousands of vehicles in Nevada.
I plan to leave money to grandkids — but they must pass financial-literacy classes to get it. Is that fair?
“I do believe very much in delayed gratification.”
Here’s how Bessent’s newly activist Treasury Department is undercutting the Fed’s Warsh
The surprising move this week by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to intervene in Treasury markets to lower the cost of government debt undercuts the credibility of Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh to make interest-rate policy, experts said.
Former JPMorgan exec takes on Social Security advisory role
Matt Zames will take on an unpaid adviser position at the Social Security Administration, according to reports.
Trump, Vance and Bessent try to calm the bond market with ‘alternative facts’
Maybe this stuff works on TV or on the stump. But it doesn’t work on Wall Street, where people can count.
‘It’s truly a tragedy’: My daughter hasn’t spoken to me for 4 years, but it has nothing to do with politics
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Hedge funds are doubling down on Big Tech even after summer volatility triggered a massive portfolio cleanup
Hedge funds entered the second quarter all-in on the AI trade, but have begun to diversify their portfolios lately. They’re dipping into healthcare, energy and financials.
Legendary film editor Billy Weber of ‘Miss Congeniality’ and ‘Top Gun’ lists historic L.A. home for $4 million
Film editor Billy Weber’s tranquil Los Angeles home has hit the market for $3.99 million.
Anxious bond market sends troubling message to investors: There’s no easy fix for U.S. debt
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s plan to calm markets is being short-circuited.
Sports betting to build wealth is becoming the new American dream
More people under 30 are using gambling as a shortcut to buying a home or paying student loans
The bond market is going to burst the stock-market bubble
Rising yields threaten everything, especially overextended equities.
Our 4-year-old son has $100,000 in his 529 account. Should we buy him stocks instead?
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Wrestler Logan Paul lists California ‘LSD ranch’ for $3 million
Decades ago, the property was used as the headquarters of an LSD operation run by former Harvard professor Timothy Leary.
More SpaceX stock is about to hit the market. Here’s what to know.
About 7% of SpaceX shares held by insiders are set to be made eligible for trading.
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My son does not work, yet pays $500 for Affordable Care Act health insurance. Is that fair?
“I see people who have a lot of money but little or no taxable income who still qualify for ACA Marketplace subsidies.”
Retirees: This investment gives you a guaranteed 5% safe withdrawal rate
TIPS yields are at or close to 20-year highs.
The chip-stock rally hits a speed bump — but these analysts see reason to be hopeful
Previous instances of short-term pressure on semiconductor stocks opened up opportunities for investors who bought the dip, according to one analyst.
ServiceNow’s stock leads a software rally. Here’s what’s energizing investors.
There’s growing confidence in the idea that traditional software companies will be able to withstand AI disruption.
A $420 camera for $10: China’s young consumers would rather rent than buy. Beijing has a problem.
Young Chinese are renting cameras, drones and camping gear instead of buying them. It’s a clever way to save money — but also the latest challenge to Beijing’s effort to get consumers spending.
Moderna’s stock doubles on promising cancer-vaccine results
The vaccine candidate pairs an mRNA therapy with the cancer drug Keytruda.
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“They’re saying the roof now needs to be completely replaced.”
The bond selloff is rattling investors, but here’s why they shouldn’t expect a deeper stock downturn
Fundstrat’s Mark Newton says it’s not time to panic about surging bond yields driving a deeper stock rout. He offers technical evidence to back his case.
Should you Venmo your tuition? Here’s what to know as colleges add new payment options.
Some universities will begin accepting the nontraditional payment method as consumers seek flexible spending options.
‘Too many people go bankrupt’: Should Medicare provide catastrophic coverage?
“Such a system would help ensure that no one is financially devastated by a serious illness or injury.”
Target’s grocery overhaul is helping it win back customers
The retailer has added more snacks and changed its presentation as it tries to become a destination for food purchases.
Chinese robotic company’s stock soars over 600% in trading debut
Unitree is first humanoid robot firm to list in mainland China
I’m my mother-in-law’s power of attorney, executor and trustee. Do I hold all the power?
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We’re in our 50s and have $1.5 million in traditional 401(k)s. Is it too early to start Roth conversions?
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The palatial Beverly Hills home that Paris Hilton rented is back on the market for a whopping $169,000 a month
The mansion that heiress Paris Hilton and her husband, Carter Reum, rented before buying their own $63 million estate nearby has returned to the market with a sky-high asking price of $169,000 a month.
Why this popular Treasury-bond ETF is trading at its lowest since 2004
One of the most heavily-traded ETFs tracking performance in the U.S. Treasury market has just fallen to its lowest level in over 20 years.
There’s a 49% chance the Dow will finish this year up double digits. Here’s why.
We’ve seen three years in a row of double-digit gains. Will there be a fourth?
The number of ‘negative-beta’ stocks in the S&P 500 just hit a new record high. What that means for investors.
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Micron, Sandisk and other chip stocks climb as investors get more confident about AI spending
AI companies are seeing improved financial performance, according to reports, and memory-chip companies may be able to better fend off Chinese competition with the help of U.S. officials.
A new set of Trump tariffs for Canada could take effect Wednesday. Here’s what’s at stake.
New 50% import taxes could hit liquor, hockey gear and wood products like particle board.
SpaceX’s stock is rising, and that’s a good sign for Nvidia and Google
Some big names saw sizable paper gains on their SpaceX stakes when the stock went public, but trading has been volatile since then.
Why it pays to stay invested: No amount of bad news could stop the stock market’s strongest run in more than 25 years
Bull markets climb a wall of worry, as the old saying goes. The past six years have tested just how high that wall can get.
‘I’m running out of time’: I sold my $300,000 rental property at a $75,000 loss. Should I buy another one to avoid taxes?
“My CPA hasn’t gotten back to me.”
U.S. stock futures little changed as investors ponder the Fed’s next move
U.S. stock-index futures were little changed on Sunday after a quiet week on Wall Street, as investors await hints from the Fed concerning the outlook for interest rates.
Can I claim 50% of my husband’s Social Security now — and switch to my higher benefit at 70?
“I would like to offer a piece of advice for women who are or have been married.”
My friend’s mother died. Can she stop Medicaid from taking the family home?
“She has contacted the mortgage company, but they will not discuss the mortgage.”
‘It’s a double-edged sword’: My husband got a $42,000 bonus. Will it wipe out our Affordable Care Act subsidy?
“We were advised to return the bonus and take out a home-equity loan.”
I’m 63, a retired CPA with a $1.2 million 401(k). Do I need to bother with a Roth conversion?
“I don’t expect my marginal tax rate to be materially different in the future.”
Here’s the real reason oil prices aren’t moving higher
Oil prices are not higher largely because the world does not want as much oil as it used to — and that’s arguably the more troubling story.
The Mediterranean diet is the best out there. Here’s why Americans struggle with it.
It’s not just about eating well. It’s about cooking at home and sharing those meals with friends and family.
Walmart and Target are about to reveal the health of the U.S. consumer
Earnings reports from the two major retailers will show how shoppers are holding up in an era of persistent inflation.