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BP’s stock jumps on Wall Street Journal report of Shell deal talks. Here’s how the deal could work.
BP’s stock rallied on Wednesday, and shares of Shell fell, after the Wall Street Journal reported the two companies were ...
The vanishing ‘Buffett premium’: Has Berkshire Hathaway lost the Oracle of Omaha’s aura?
The once-reliable “Buffett premium” — the idea that investors would pay extra for Berkshire’s stock because of Warren Buffett ...
Tariffs are back in the spotlight — a big risk for the S&P 500 in the rest of 2025: TIAA
President Donald Trump on Wednesday was back to using tariff threats to cajole European countries to boost defense spending.
Republicans are getting cold feet over massive tax bill. Here’s how Trump hopes to close the deal.
President Donald Trump’s push to pass his massive tax-and-spending bill by July 4 has led to a standoff within the Republican ...
I’m 68 and leaving my job for grad school. What should I do about health insurance?
My wife and I are 68. We only have Medicare Part A. I work for a state government and have excellent insurance benefits for ...
My friend asked me to chip in $1,600 for her son’s prom-night limo. Has the world gone mad?
A friend of mine, who is far from rich, has a son who is graduating from high school. He was co-captain of the school ...
Trying to save money during the heat wave by turning off the A/C? It could cost your relationship.
As temperatures continue to climb throughout the week, cohabitating couples are sometimes left choosing between an ...
Are annuities worth it? Or should I just withdraw money from my savings?
Other than Social Security, what’s the best source of monthly income in retirement? Here’s what annuities can do.
You can now get the Gold Star Costco membership for $65 — and a $20 Digital Costco Shop Card when you sign up
I sat down to write about the benefits of having a Costco membership — especially when you don’t really have the time to ...
Does your 401(k) balance stack up against the new national average?
Vanguard’s “How America Saves” report on the state of 401(k) participation is now in its 24th year, and for the moment, all ...
Why more big companies like Sherwin-Williams are talking about immigration on their earnings calls
As President Donald Trump and his fellow Republicans in Congress take tougher stances on immigration issues, there has been a ...
Analysts See 89 Billion-Cubic-Foot Build in U.S. Natural Gas Storage
Natural gas in underground storage is expected to have increased by 89 billion cubic feet to 2,891 Bcf in the week ended June 20, according to the average estimate of 11 analysts, brokers and traders ...