Millennials say they plan to spend big this holiday season — 'I see a lot of optimism,' expert says

Millennials plan to spend more than any other generation for the holidays, a new survey says. But using credit cards or payment plans may come at a high cost.

Business - CNBC - 6 hours ago

Both Trump and Harris spending plans are concerning in a "big way," Mohamed El-Erian says

Mohamed El-Erian, the Allianz chief economic adviser, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," that both former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris' economic proposals are ...

Gen Z, millennial retail investors are tapping into ETFs, report finds. Here are things to watch out for, expert say

Gen Zers and millennials are more likely than other generations to hold ETFs in their retirement accounts, report finds. Here are two things to keep in mind.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Homebuying during the holidays: Pros and cons experts say to know

There are some unique benefits to buying a house this time of year — but it's not perfect.

Walmart Stock Rises on Strong Earnings Ahead of Holiday Shopping Season

The bellwether retailer reported higher-than-expected sales in its latest quarter and upgraded its forecast for the rest of the year.

Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago

'Inflation is like a regressive tax,' economist says — only one group can 'easily afford' holiday spending this year

If the thought of holiday spending makes you wince, you're not alone. Only one group can easily afford this year's costs, a survey found.

Business - CNBC - October 30

The missing midlife crisis: why 81% of millennials say they can’t afford one

This traditional period of inner turmoil is often accompanied by weight gain, cosmetic treatments, ill-advised purchases and new hobbies. But is it becoming a thing of the past?. Name: The ...

World - The Guardian - November 11

Chris Mason: A change-making Budget and a moment of jeopardy

The government's fate will depend on whether it can make things better, says political editor Chris Mason.

The NHS and education are big winners in Reeves’ spending plan

But some Whitehall departments including the Home Office face real terms cuts to their budgets

World - Financial Times - October 30

Americans spend $300 billion a year on gift cards. Why some experts say they should stop.

“Gift cards are a good idea for everybody but the person who receives them.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 13

How the happiest people spend their weekends: Treat them ‘like a vacation,’ happiness expert says

If you're feeling super exhausted at the end of the workweek, don't spend your weekend on chores and more tasks. Pretend you're on vacation, says an expert.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Should you use home equity to pay off debt before the holidays? What experts say

Using home equity to pay off debt before the holidays could make sense for some, but not everyone.

From Billie Eilish to Metallica: 10 must-see concerts this holiday season

Holiday concert guide

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 9 hours ago

A Holiday Season Reminder From Science: People Don’t Actually Mind When You Say No to Invitations

Often overwhelmed with holiday invitations? New science suggests you really shouldn’t feel bad about turning down more of them.

Business - Inc. - 2 days ago

North Korea boasts of 'the world's strongest' missile, but experts say it's too big to use in war

North Korea is boasting that its new intercontinental ballistic missile is “the world’s strongest,” a claim seen as pure propaganda after experts assessed it as being too big to be useful in a war ...

World - ABC News - November 1

Should you buy gold from a big retailer? Pros and cons experts say to know

Buying gold from a big retailer could make sense for some investors, but it won't be the right move for everyone.

Trump promised no taxes on Social Security benefits. It's too soon to plan on that change, experts say

Even with Trump win and a Republican majority, plans to nix taxes on Social Security benefits may still face hurdles.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Here's why Trump's tax plans could be 'complicated' in 2025, policy experts say

President-elect Donald Trump's tax plans could be complicated as Congress debates competing priorities in 2025. Here's what to know.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

‘I’m a mother in turmoil’: My daughter refuses to see me — and she won’t let me see my grandchild. Should I cut her out of our will?

“Our family trust is a couple of decades old and needs revision.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 9

Nintendo and Sony head into ‘grim’ holiday season with old consoles and no big releases

Video game industry fears its most important quarter will fall flat with few new mass-market offerings

Business - Financial Times - November 11

3 big benefits of gifting gold bars and coins this holiday season

Considering the gift of gold this holiday season? Here are three big (timely) benefits to be aware of.

Big Lots plans to shutter 19 more stores as additional locations stop closing process

Hundreds of stores have already closed and more are expected to do the same.

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

UK Budget as it happened: Rachel Reeves raises tax, spending and borrowing

Taxes rise as chancellor delivers the first Labour budget since 2010

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Fund entrepreneur Peter Hargreaves: ‘I can never see the point of spending money for the sake of it’

The Hargreaves Lansdown co-founder on building one of the UK’s most valuable companies, his take on the Neil Woodford scandal — and why he regrets buying a private jet

Business - Financial Times - November 9

Retail Group Sees $78 Billion Spending Hit From Trump Tariff Plan

A National Retail Federation predicts a huge loss in consumer spending power under Trump, who also threatened Mexico and China with further tariffs over fentanyl flows to the U.S.

Business - Inc. - November 5

NFL DFS: Optimizer says Week 8, 2024 daily fantasy football lineup picks, projections for DraftKings, FanDuel

SportsLine's NFL DFS optimizer has revealed its top value picks for Sunday daily fantasy football in Week 8

Sports - CBS Sports - October 27

LeBron James says he plans to play in all 82 games this season, and he wouldn't be first 40-year-old to do so

James, who has appeared in every game just once in his career, will turn 40 years old in December

Sports - CBS Sports - October 26

Is the 'vibecession' here to stay? Here's what experts say

Election exit polls continued to show signs of a "vibecession" among voters. The vibes might continue to be "off" in the future, experts say.

Business - CNBC - November 7

Mortgage rates inch up toward 7% ahead of the holiday season. Don’t expect a big drop anytime soon.

The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging 6.84%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.

Business - MarketWatch - 3 days ago

Steve Bannon says spending four months in prison 'empowered' him

Steve Bannon, the right-wing podcast host and former Donald Trump campaign official, held a press conference following his release from prison. Bannon claimed he had been "a political prisoner" ...

Politics - NBC News - October 29

Visa says spending trends are stable, and this time Wall Street agrees

Visa’s CFO expects the “stable and resilient consumer” to keep up such spending trends into the company’s new fiscal year.

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

EU should spend 20% of budget on security and climate disasters, report says

Finland’s former president reports on cost of Europe’s preparedness for multiple crises

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Treasury failed to disclose ‘material’ spending pressures under Hunt, says OBR

Watchdog says it cannot tell how big ‘black hole’ inherited by Rachel Reeves would have been with full transparency

World - Financial Times - October 30

NATO chief says Germany will 'step up' on defence spending

World - Yahoo News - November 4

European countries are spending more on defense, a think tank says

European nations have boosted their defenses in response to the annexation of the Crimea Peninsula in 2014 and Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 but much remains to be done for them ...

World - ABC News - November 8

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