While Roth accounts dominate the retirement planning conversation, a closer look at current tax laws and long-term income strategies reveals a compelling case for prioritizing pre-tax contributions. We examine the data with an expert and explore what gold's historical returns tell us about diversification.
Robinhood is positioning itself at the center of three major financial shifts: potentially administering new federal savings accounts, vying for a key role in SpaceX's blockbuster IPO, and expanding into tokenized assets. This strategic pivot could redefine the fintech's role from a trading app to a core financial infrastructure player.
A woman identifying herself as Justin Sun's former partner has leveled serious market manipulation claims against the Tron founder, alleging he used employee-linked Binance accounts to inflate TRX's price during the 2017-2018 crypto boom before cashing out, leaving retail investors holding the bag.
Snapchat has disabled hundreds of thousands of accounts belonging to users under 16 in Australia under new social media laws, but warns the legislation contains 'significant gaps' that may allow some minors to bypass protections.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent champions the new 'Trump Accounts' as a crucial savings tool for future generations, brushing aside concerns they may exacerbate inequality. The program gains momentum with backing from JPMorgan, Bank of America, and high-profile philanthropists.
A growing financial strategy known as 'soft switching'—opening new bank accounts without closing old ones—is gaining traction. Experts say it can unlock higher yields, better features, and greater flexibility, but requires careful management to avoid pitfalls.
The restaurant chain Steak 'n Shake has announced it will contribute $1,000 to tax-advantaged investment accounts for employees' newborns, aligning with a growing corporate trend to supplement the federal 'Trump Accounts' program aimed at generational wealth building.
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong announces the company will match the U.S. government's $1,000 'Trump Accounts' contribution for eligible children of employees, with a preference to execute the match in Bitcoin, highlighting crypto's growing intersection with federal policy initiatives.
In a bid to attract new entrants to the market, financial services firm SoFi is offering a significant stock bonus of up to $1,000 for opening a self-directed investment account, eliminating traditional barriers like commissions and minimums.
The unraveling of the R&R Family of Companies is sending shockwaves through the freight industry, with a new lawsuit from Vantage Carrier alleging over $1.3 million in unpaid invoices. The case adds to a growing pile of legal claims and exposes the precarious financial exposure of carriers and small operators caught in the wake.
Yong Rong (HK) Asset Management has placed a concentrated bet on online brokerage Webull Corporation, making it the fund's largest U.S. equity holding and signaling confidence in the platform's long-term prospects amid a challenging market.
While savings accounts offer safety and liquidity, experts warn that historically low interest rates are silently eroding purchasing power. We examine the risks of idle cash and explore strategies to protect—and grow—your nest egg.
Insurance brokerage giant Brown & Brown sees a key price target cut to $81 following its fourth-quarter earnings, which revealed robust fee growth but concerns over slowing organic revenue expansion.
Insurance brokerage giant Arthur J. Gallagher reported robust fourth-quarter profit growth, driven by resilient demand. However, Truist Securities has lowered its price target on the stock, citing valuation pressures across the property & casualty brokerage sector.
Well-intentioned financial guidance from previous generations often fails to account for today's economic realities. From home ownership to savings accounts, we examine the advice that hasn't aged well and what you should consider instead.
Covenant Logistics Group struck a cautiously optimistic note in its Q4 2025 earnings call, citing improving freight fundamentals and rising bid activity, even as margin compression across key segments weighed on profits. The company is navigating the shift through fleet optimization, a reduced capex plan, and the integration of a new brokerage unit.
With low adoption rates for brokerage 'trusted contacts,' regulators are considering a simple name change to 'emergency contact' to reduce confusion, ease client concerns, and strengthen protections against financial exploitation.
Bank of America extends its partnership with Volvo Car Financial Services through 2030, solidifying its position in automotive lending. Concurrently, the bank joins JPMorgan Chase in matching contributions to the new federal 'Trump Accounts' child savings program, while advancing a dual-track expansion in digital services and physical branches.
Nomura Holdings (TSE:9716) has surged 33% in three months, briefly pausing last week. As shares hover around ¥1,367, analysts debate whether the market has fully priced in the brokerage's recovery or if a significant valuation gap remains.
Marsh & McLennan's insurance brokerage giant Marsh reported a 4.2% rise in Q4 net income to $821 million, capping a year of robust growth and strategic brand realignment under the new 'Marsh Risk' banner.
