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Inside Creative House / Shutterstock.comKevin O’Leary’s latest financial wake-up call cuts deeper than many of his Shark Tank rejections. The outspoken investor says many Americans are trapped in a relentless cycle: spend what they earn, overspend to keep up, then struggle to recover. In an article from TheStreet, O’Leary warns…
Shirinkin Yevgeny / Shutterstock.comYears of supply chain instability and vital mineral shortages may be easing. President Trump recently announced a framework agreement with China to secure rare earth elements and permanent magnets “up front,” which could reshape access to critical materials in tech, defense, and energy. CNBC reports that the…
Ken Wolter / Shutterstock.comAdvertising Disclosure: When you buy something by clicking links within this article, we may earn a small commission, but it never affects the products or services we recommend. Aldi is a grocery store chain founded in Germany that is quickly becoming a favorite alternative to other U.S.…
Kues / Shutterstock.comThe consumer price index rose to 2.4% year-over-year in May, a slight increase from April’s 2.3%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Monthly inflation peaked at just 0.1%, suggesting that price growth remains relatively stable. CNBC issued a breakdown of the May data. Core categories such as…
Tama2u / Shutterstock.comTrump’s sweeping tariffs on imports from virtually every country will remain in effect until at least the end of July, meaning those higher prices you’ve noticed at the store aren’t going away anytime soon. Here’s what happened: The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit blocked a…
progressman / Shutterstock.comMillions of American families are at risk from everyday borrowing, according to a recent analysis of credit card debt. The study, by Mayowa Akinwande and colleagues, published in Computer Science & Information Technology, looks at how rising consumption and debt levels impact individuals and the broader U.S. economy.…
TORWAISTUDIO / Shutterstock.comEarly retirement has become the holy grail of financial planning, especially as work-life balance conversations dominate water cooler talk. But here’s the thing: pulling off an early exit from the workforce requires more than wishful thinking and a healthy 401(k) balance. The reality, as outlined by New York…
wavebreakmedia / Shutterstock.comIn select Starbucks, baristas use an AI tool called Green Dot Assist, built on Microsoft’s OpenAI platform, to help them make drinks faster, fix equipment, and suggest food pairings. As reported by CNBC, the tool is active in 35 U.S. locations, with a broader rollout expected in the…
FamVeld / Shutterstock.comTraveling with a family can be expensive, but the memories are priceless. Whether you are envisioning a relaxing trip to the beach, a thrilling amusement park visit, or exploring one of our great national parks, there are ways to make a vacation fit your budget. With careful planning…
nrqemi / Shutterstock.comElectric vehicles are becoming increasingly popular as gas prices skyrocket. In fact, automakers plan to pivot to largely electric lineups in the coming decade, in response to ongoing climate concerns. For more than a decade, brands like Nissan and Chevrolet have offered affordable electric cars like the Nissan…
