Over the past half-century, Americans have come to rely on stocks. The 1978 tax-law change that ushered in the 401 (k) fostered a culture of following the market and investing in stocks or stock funds. Equities have often bested bonds for extended periods. When stocks fell sharply in 2022, bonds also had their worst year on record.

Far and away, the researchers found, the most popular physical activity Americans choose is walking for fitness —it’s free, easy, and requires no investment at all beyond a comfortable pair of shoes.

Over the past several months, the Trump administration has implemented key aspects of its economic policies by raising tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners and winning final congressional passage of its sweeping tax and budget bill,

The cost of wholesale goods and services — where rising inflation tends to show up first — in July posted the biggest increase in three years, possibly heralding a sizable acceleration in price increases tied to higher U.

These strategies can help the 42% of people worried about credit card payments tackle their debt and reduce stress.

More Americans than ever have reached millionaire status. More than one out of every 15 people in the U.S. has a net worth of over $1 million, a growth of over 379,000 people from last year. Wealth includes home values,

A significant majority of Americans say they understand the importance of having a last will & testament and the estate planning process, but far fewer are taking action to secure what will happen to their assets after death.

The 13 businesses are accused of working with the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, a group designated by the U.S. government as a foreign terrorist organization.