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6 Financially Savvy Power Moves for Women in 2026 (Prepare to Be in Charge!)

6 Financially Savvy Power Moves for Women in 2026 (Prepare to Be in Charge!)2+ hour, 37+ min ago   (1262+ words) Don't let the day-to-day get in the way of your long-term financial planning. Here's how to get organized " including a reminder to dream big as you think about your future. Women have long been the chief operating officers of their…...

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kiplinger.com > investing > economy > december-cpi-report-fed-interest-rates-inflation

The December CPI Report Is Out. Here's What It Means for the Fed's Next Move

The December CPI Report Is Out. Here's What It Means for the Fed's Next Move1+ day, 22+ hour ago   (643+ words) The December CPI report came in lighter than expected, but housing costs remain an overhang. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed inflation is holding steady, though key areas such as shelter, food and energy saw prices rise. The…...

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kiplinger.com > investing > economy > how-worried-should-investors-be-about-a-jerome-powell-investigation

How Worried Should Investors Be About a Jerome Powell Investigation?

How Worried Should Investors Be About a Jerome Powell Investigation?3+ day, 40+ min ago   (824+ words) The Justice Department served subpoenas on the Fed about a project to remodel the central bank's historic buildings. The Department of Justice served the Federal Reserve with grand jury subpoenas on Friday and threatened a criminal indictment related to Fed…...

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kiplinger.com > personal-finance > interest-rates > how-to-earn-a-fistful-of-interest-on-your-cash

I'm a Financial Adviser: Here's How to Earn a Fistful of Interest on Your Cash in 2026 (Just Watch Out for the Taxes)

I'm a Financial Adviser: Here's How to Earn a Fistful of Interest on Your Cash in 2026 (Just Watch Out for the Taxes)3+ day, 2+ hour ago   (1365+ words) Is your cash earning very little interest? With rates dropping below 4%, now is the time to lock in your cash strategy " before rates drop even further. Just watch out for the tax implications. Most Americans are keeping their cash in…...

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kiplinger.com > real-estate > mortgages > what-to-watch-for-when-refinancing-your-home-mortgage

What to Watch for When Refinancing Your Home Mortgage

5+ day, 6+ hour ago   (728+ words) A smart refinance can save you thousands, but only if you know how to avoid costly pitfalls, calculate true savings and choose the right loan for your goals. Refinancing replaces your current mortgage with a new loan, often to lower…...

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kiplinger.com > personal-finance > spending > easy-financial-check-in-to-get-2026-off-to-a-good-start

Beat the Money Blues With This Easy Financial Check-In to Get 2026 Off to a Good Start

5+ day, 7+ hour ago   (881+ words) As 2026 takes off, half of Americans are worried about the cost of everyday goods. A simple budget can help you beat the money blues and reach longer-term goals. The new year is here, but Americans have mixed feelings when it…...

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kiplinger.com > investing > economy > december-jobs-report-fed-meeting-rate-cuts

The December Jobs Report Is Out. Here's What It Means for the Next Fed Meeting

6+ day, 3+ hour ago   (793+ words) The December jobs report signaled a sluggish labor market, but it's not weak enough for the Fed to cut rates later this month. The December jobs report came in lighter than expected, but a lower unemployment rate is likely to…...

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Trump Signals Plan to Ban Institutional Investors From Buying Single-Family Homes

6+ day, 3+ hour ago   (1229+ words) The president says the move could improve housing affordability. Here's what the data shows about investor ownership, recent buying trends and what it could mean for homebuyers. President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that his administration plans to ban…...

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kiplinger.com > personal-finance > savings-accounts > why-your-bank-suddenly-lowered-your-apy-and-what-to-do-next

Why Your Bank Suddenly Lowered Your APY — And What to Do Next

1+ week, 5+ hour ago   (1141+ words) We'll explain why banks lower APYs, options you can explore when it happens and whether more rate cuts are on the horizon. In fact, many savers have been receiving these letters recently. The reason? The Federal Reserve cut rates at…...

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kiplinger.com > business > the-kiplinger-letter-top-forecasts-for-2026

The Kiplinger Letter's 10 Forecasts for 2026

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (306+ words) Here are some of the biggest events and trends in economics, politics and tech that will shape the new year. To help you make plans for the year ahead, here are 10 of our top forecasts for 2026 for the economy, politics,…...