Amid ongoing market volatility, financial professionals are urging middle-income households to steer clear of cryptocurrency investments, citing a toxic mix of extreme risk, lack of regulation, and the potential to derail long-term financial security.
Personal finance authority Suze Orman cuts through the noise with six straightforward, often challenging, principles for achieving financial security. From emergency funds to retirement planning, her no-nonsense guidance demands attention.
A Utah couple with a $180,000 income sought advice on using a $7,300 bonus. Dave Ramsey's firm counsel: shore up emergency savings, attack their HELOC debt, and postpone both a long-awaited honeymoon and speculative IPO investing until their financial foundation is secure.
While October's COLA announcement brings temporary relief, a growing body of evidence suggests the formula used to calculate Social Security adjustments fails to reflect the real-world expenses of retirees, creating a persistent and compounding budget gap.
For retirees seeking to increase their monthly income, re-entering the workforce may offer a path to higher Social Security payments—with important considerations.
Amid a mixed market backdrop, penny stocks are drawing renewed attention for their growth potential. We analyze three standout picks, led by financial services firm Siebert Financial, highlighting their financial health and strategic moves in a volatile landscape.
If your 2026 financial goals have already lost momentum, you're not alone. Experts suggest shifting focus to specific, automated strategies and building resilient habits to secure your economic future.
A deep dive into Truist Financial's valuation suggests its current share price may not fully reflect its underlying earnings power and book value, presenting a potential opportunity for investors.
Certified financial planner and popular financial educator Kevin Lum outlines a crucial mindset shift for those nearing or in retirement, urging them to move beyond accumulation and toward purposeful living.
While investors chase pure-play AI stocks, cybersecurity leader CrowdStrike demonstrates how leveraging AI defensively within a robust platform model can drive sustained, profitable growth amid escalating digital threats.
Columbia Financial (CLBK) announces a major executive reshuffle, promoting its long-time CFO to Chief Banking Officer and appointing a new finance chief. The move comes as the stock shows recent gains but longer-term weakness, raising questions about its current valuation and future trajectory.
Allegion (NYSE: ALLE) is accelerating its strategic shift toward integrated smart security platforms, emphasizing digital credentials, connected locks, and cloud-based access control to meet growing demand from commercial and institutional clients.
PennyMac Financial Services reported Q4 2025 net income of $106.8 million, declaring a $0.30 per share dividend. While full-year profits grew on higher loan production, the quarter was pressured by a sharp decline in mortgage servicing income due to accelerated prepayments, highlighting the volatility inherent in its dual business model.
A 24-year-old's father asked her to pay the premiums on his life insurance policy, framing it as an investment for her future. Personal finance expert Dave Ramsey and his co-host Ken Coleman weighed in on the emotional and financial pitfalls of such an arrangement.
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.
Shares of Pathward Financial (NASDAQ: CASH) have surged over 25% year-to-date, prompting investors to question whether the rally has left the stock overvalued. We examine the numbers behind two key valuation frameworks to assess if there's still room for growth.
Social Security was designed as one component of a broader retirement strategy, not a standalone solution. For average earners, benefits typically replace about 40% of pre-retirement income, but experts urge personal savings to fill the gap.
The Optimism Collective has unveiled OP Enterprise, a comprehensive blockchain infrastructure platform designed to give financial technology firms and institutions direct control over revenue and operations. The launch signals a pivotal shift towards institutional-grade Web3 solutions as regulatory clarity emerges.
Secretary-General António Guterres warns the United Nations could exhaust its regular budget cash by July, citing chronic non-payment of dues by member states and a "Kafkaesque" financial cycle that threatens its core operations.
South Plains Financial (NASDAQ: SPFI) announces an increased quarterly dividend to $0.17 per share, reflecting strong earnings growth and a conservative payout strategy. While the yield remains modest, analysts highlight the company's potential for sustained dividend expansion.
