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Number of millennial 401(k) millionaires jumps 400%: Here's what it takes to reach seven-figure status
The number of millennials with more than $1 million in their 401(k)s has quadrupled from one year ago, according to the latest data from Fidelity Investments.CNBC - 10h -
Investors are putting more into their 401(k)s — here's the average savings rate
The average 401(k) savings rate is trending higher, according to a new survey from Plan Sponsor Council of America. Here's how it compares to target benchmarks.CNBC - 14h -
How much money Americans under 35 have in their 401(k)s—see how you compare
Nearly half of American workers have 401(k) balances that are $50,000 or less.CNBC - 15h -
Musk and Trump put House GOP in a bind
With time running out, Speaker Mike Johnson's attempt to avoid a government shutdown now faces a battery of new nearly impossible-to-deliver demands from the right.Politico - 1d -
Could the S&P 500 close at 7,000 by the end of next year? How investors should read rosy 2025 projections.
Predicting the stock market in 2025 could be extra difficult after another year of double-digit gains for the S&P 500.MarketWatch - 1d -
A new 'super funding' limit for some 401(k) savers goes into effect in 2025. Here's how to take advantage
There is a higher 401(k) contribution limit for 2025. Here's why you should update your account now, financial experts say.CNBC - 3d -
I’m 42 and married with no kids. I have $114K in a 401(k) and $1,400 in credit-card debt. How can I grow my wealth?
“I am not that familiar with investing, but currently educating myself about it.”MarketWatch - 3d -
Investors on alert for ructions in US funding market
Some fear that Fed’s quantitative tightening programme could trigger liquidity crunch similar to 2019Financial Times - 3d -
Every Investor in the World Is About to Own Bitcoin
The Nasdaq 100 will add MicroStrategy, giving one of the most popular index funds exposure to bitcoin.Inc. - 4d -
What do investors need to look out for in 2025?
The US dominates at FT Money’s annual investment panel — much to some participants’ annoyanceFinancial Times - Dec. 14 -
Let’s put financial literacy on the breakfast menu
Schools need to prepare pupils for the digital financial future that awaits themFinancial Times - Dec. 13 -
Why are investors excited about Trump's upcoming term?
President-elect Donald Trump returned to his hometown of New York City on Thursday to ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange. Wall Street investors seem to have embraced the incoming ...CBS News - Dec. 12 -
Stokes admits putting 'too much emphasis' on Ashes
England captain Ben Stokes admits he put "too much emphasis" on next year's Ashes in Australia and will now be "toning down expectations".BBC News - Dec. 12 -
Investor optimism toward U.S. stocks has eclipsed 2000’s dot-com bubble. That raises the risk of a ‘negative’ shock.
“U.S. consumers have never felt so optimistic about gains in the stock market over the next 12 months,” according to Deutsche Bank Research.MarketWatch - Dec. 11 -
Trump promises 'fully expedited' permits for investors of $1 billion-plus in U.S.
The Truth Social post signals Trump's aim to deregulate federal agencies, undo Biden-era environmental rules, and attract foreign investment.CNBC - Dec. 10 -
Trump promises ‘fully expedited approvals and permits’ to billionaire investors in the US – live
President-elect also promises faster environmental approvals without giving further details in latest sign of billionaire-friendly policies. Art Arthur, a resident fellow at the anti-immigration ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Investors need to keep an eye on Ukraine
Now is the time for money managers to at least think about how they would respond if peace broke outFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
US investors have saved $250bn by investing in ETFs, says BofA
The savings compared with mutual funds was mainly due to tax advantages rather than exchange traded funds’ lower feesFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Macy’s Pushed to Find Options for Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury by Activist Investor
Barington Capital wants the storied retailer to spin off the two chains and get more value out of its real estate.Inc. - Dec. 9 -
Global green subsidy race draws investor attention
Europe, the US and China are vying to be the most attractive destination for investment in sustainabilityFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
Trump's new coalition puts female nominees at forefront
Women are set to play a key role in President-elect Trump’s administration, as he nominates and appoints a number of them to high-level posts. Trump has so far named eight women to Cabinet-level ...The Hill - Dec. 8 -
Put A Fork In The Detroit Red Wings
The Detroit Red Wings continue their downward spiral.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 8 -
Are there any pitfalls to having my retirement savings in two brokerage accounts? I have $900,000 in an IRA and 401(k).
“I’m 52 years old and I don’t plan on drawing from my IRA until my required minimum distribution.”MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
Millennials are finally joining the 401(k) millionaires club. Here’s how they got here.
In the third quarter, the overall number of 401(k) millionaires rose by 9.5%. Here’s what they have in common.MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
The stock market is about to gift investors with two holiday season rallies
December brings both the ‘Santa Claus Rally’ and the ‘January Effect.’MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
Number of 401(k) plan and IRA millionaires hits record, with more millennials joining the ranks
Retirement 401(k) plan account balances increased for the fourth straight quarter to reach the highest average on record, according to Fidelity.CNBC - Dec. 6 -
Investors pour $140bn into US stock funds after Trump election victory
Bets incoming administration will enact ‘pro growth’ agenda spur rush into Wall Street equitiesFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Le Pen’s show of force puts France on notice
Far-right standard bearer gambled that shaping events would convince voters her party was ready for powerFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
‘I’ve nothing saved for retirement’: I’m 50 and earn $45,000. I don’t have a 401(k) match. Should I put 10% of my salary in a Roth IRA instead?
“I currently have $36,000 in student-loan debt in forbearance in the SAVE program.”MarketWatch - Dec. 5 -
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More employers add 401(k) plan match for workers paying student loans
The share of businesses choosing to offer a 401(k) plan match based on student loan payments is slowly increasing due to a law known as Secure 2.0.CNBC - Dec. 4 -
Oil prices end lower as investors look to OPEC+ decision
U.S. oil futures finished lower Wednesday, as pressure from uncertainty a day ahead of a decision by major oil producers on output levels outweighed support from weekly U.S. data showing a crude ...MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Investors signal a return to UK equities
November was the first month for over three years that money came back into British stocksFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
Rio Tinto investor urges mining giant to drop primary London listing
Hedge fund with £197m stake leads push to prioritise Sydney exchange as FTSE 100 firm outlines ambitious copper production targets. An activist investor in Rio Tinto has demanded the miner scrap ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Do you have a lost 401(k)? A new federal database will help you track it down.
How to know if you have a “lost” or forgotten retirement account — and how to get it back if you do.MarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
It’s Time to Put Everyone on a Performance Improvement Plan
Why does this valuable tool have such a bad reputation? It can be a great way to make your employees’ lives and work better–if approached correctly.Inc. - Dec. 3 -
Investors call for reform of Scotland’s ‘stamp duty’ to boost investment
Asset managers call for removal of ‘disincentive’ to property spending north of the borderFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
What investors can learn from the S&P's performance after presidential elections since 1928
Investors wondering if the presidential election may usher in a bad or good time for the stock market won’t find any easy answers looking at the past.NBC News - Dec. 2 -
What investors can learn from the S&P's performance after presidential elections since 1928
The S&P 500's performance is all over the map in the 12 months following previous presidential elections. The lesson for investors: don't do much.CNBC - Dec. 2
