Although inflation is down from an all-time high, people are still pinching their family wallets—especially when it comes to back-to-school shopping.1 Whether you're buying for one student or several (or even for yourself), you may benefit from the following five back-to-school shopping strategies to help you save money. Create a Budget and Stick to It [...]
In 2022, U.S. inflation hit a 40-year high, with prices for food, housing, gasoline, and other key staples increasing by nearly 10% over the previous year.1 During these uncertain times, stocks have continued a roller-coaster ride that has given heartburn to financial professionals and investors alike. For retirees and seniors on a fixed income, the true [...]
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has drawn condemnation and punitive sanctions from the United States, Europe, and their allies. The humanitarian cost of war cannot be measured, and the long-term economic effects could take months or years to unfold. However, the early stages of the conflict pushed oil prices upward and sent the U.S. stock [...]
