The persistent rise in consumer prices is forcing many households to reassess how they handle day-to-day expenses. Personal finance author and television host Suze Orman recently revisited that theme in her “Money Monday” newsletter, cautioning readers that several common habits can erode long-term financial security if they are not addressed immediately. Inflation makes cost-cutting urgent […]
Humana has notified investors that only one-fifth of its Medicare Advantage (MA) membership will sit in contracts rated at least four stars by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for plan year 2026. The figure represents a five-percentage-point decline from the current year and continues a sharp slide from 2024, when nearly all […]
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has terminated more than 300 funding awards worth almost $8 billion, halting a broad slate of clean-energy and grid-modernization projects in 16 states that supported Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. The cancellations were disclosed on Wednesday, the first day of the current federal government shutdown. […]
Fair Isaac Corporation, the company behind the widely used FICO credit score, has introduced a new licensing structure that allows mortgage lenders to obtain scores directly, bypassing traditional credit bureaus. The announcement, issued on Thursday, sent Fair Isaac shares up more than 20%, marking the stock’s largest single-day percentage gain since November 22. Direct distribution […]
Shares of South Korea’s two largest memory manufacturers climbed sharply on Thursday after both companies were named strategic partners in OpenAI’s newly announced Stargate initiative. The collaboration is designed to secure a steady supply of advanced memory devices and expand data-center capacity in South Korea, a move investors interpreted as a long-term revenue catalyst for […]
Asia-Pacific equity markets opened Wednesday with uneven moves, mirroring cautious sentiment after fresh records on Wall Street and looming uncertainty over U.S. federal funding. Mixed opening across the region Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 fell 1.05% at the start of trading, while the broader Topix slipped 1.52%. The retreat followed the Bank of Japan’s third-quarter Tankan […]
Online marketplace Etsy will shift its common stock listing from Nasdaq to the New York Stock Exchange, marking the company’s first change of trading venue since its 2015 initial public offering. The move, announced on Monday, is scheduled to take effect when the opening bell rings on October 13. Trading on Nasdaq is expected to cease […]
Longevity has been a subject of human curiosity and aspiration for centuries. As we advance scientifically and technologically, it’s both intriguing and crucial to understand how our daily choices impact not only the length but the quality of our lives. With the prevalence of age-related diseases and the rising popularity of wellness trends, a pivotal […]
Financial coach George Kamel outlined 11 specific milestones that, in his view, demonstrate meaningful progress toward long-term prosperity. Presented in a recent YouTube video, the checklist ranges from simple habit changes to broader goals such as eliminating debt and establishing a solid emergency cushion. Majority of Americans report stability, but gaps remain The release of […]
Have you ever wondered why some seniors seem to maintain their health and vitality well into their golden years, while others struggle with chronic ailments? It’s not just about genetics or luck. There are hidden health tips that many seniors follow, even though they often fly under the radar, and not all doctors discuss these […]
A Wake-Up Call at 50: No Savings for Retirement Reaching the age of 50 without any savings for retirement can feel like waking up in a cold sweat after a bad dream. Have you ever paused to consider how much you have set aside for your golden years? For many, the answer is unsettlingly nothing. […]
Why Listening to Retirees Matters Looking for retirement advice that is practical instead of theoretical? You’re not alone. Every day 10,000 baby boomers leave the workplace, yet only a fraction feel genuinely prepared for what comes next. The viral video “The BEST Retirement Advice EVER From Retirees + MORE FUN!” on Jerry Pinkas’ channel has […]