A Goodyear, Arizona woman's attempt to fix her TV's closed captioning spiraled into a six-month ordeal, culminating in the loss of her life savings. This case highlights the sophisticated tactics of modern fraudsters and a dramatic surge in high-dollar scams targeting older adults.
While retirement planning often focuses on savings, a critical financial metric—net worth—reveals a more precarious reality for many households. We examine the causes and consequences of negative net worth, offering actionable steps to build a stronger financial foundation.
Hilton Grand Vacations is moving to integrate its recent acquisition of Bluegreen Vacations, a strategic push aimed at achieving cost savings and unlocking cross-selling potential across an expanded resort network. The success of this complex merger is seen as a critical test of HGV's operational prowess and its ability to compete more effectively in the vacation ownership sector.
Building significant wealth often hinges on consistency over brilliance. We examine the Vanguard Growth ETF (VUG), its historical performance, and the disciplined, long-term strategy that could potentially transform regular savings into a seven-figure nest egg.
The finalized merger between Cincinnati-based Fifth Third and Dallas's Comerica creates a banking giant with nearly $300 billion in assets, dramatically expanding its footprint in the nation's fastest-growing markets.
After a punishing multi-year slump, materials stocks are showing signs of life in 2026. Dow and LyondellBasell, offering yields of 5% and 10.9% respectively, present a high-risk, high-reward proposition for income investors betting on a sector recovery.
For many Americans, the dream of homeownership is masking a harsh financial reality. Experts warn that being 'house poor'—where housing costs consume an unsustainable portion of income—is a growing, often unnoticed, threat to financial health and personal well-being.
As tech giants scramble to curb soaring AI costs, a strategic pivot toward custom silicon is reshaping the competitive landscape, with Broadcom's design prowess and TSMC's manufacturing dominance creating a powerful new axis of influence.
As Chinese exports, from electric vehicles to e-commerce goods, reshape Latin American markets, governments and industries grapple with the dual pressures of affordable consumer goods and strained local manufacturing, forcing a delicate recalibration of trade policies and regional alliances.
As market leadership broadens beyond tech, income-focused investors are turning to high-yield dividend ETFs. Vanguard's suite offers diversified, cost-effective options for building retirement income streams in a changing landscape.
A new bilateral trade agreement between the United States and Guatemala aims to eliminate tariffs and streamline preferential treatment for textiles and apparel, a move hailed by U.S. industry leaders as a strategic step to reinforce regional manufacturing networks and counter Asian dominance.
For those on a fixed income, inflation isn't just an economic indicator—it's a direct assault on financial security. Experts warn that failing to plan for rising costs can halve a retiree's purchasing power over decades. Here’s a strategic guide to building a resilient portfolio.
Hong Kong apparel giant Crystal International is investing in a high-tech logistics center in China, aiming to slash fabric transfer times by 75% and power operations with solar energy as part of its broader smart manufacturing push.
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.
Millions rely on Medicare, yet common misunderstandings about its coverage rules and costs can lead to significant financial shocks in retirement. We clarify three critical areas where assumptions often prove wrong.
With the cost of living significantly higher than just a few years ago, Channel 11's Susan Koeppen offers actionable tips to help households reduce recurring bills and ease financial pressure.
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.
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.
AutoNation's move to permanently eliminate 3,500 positions marks a decisive shift in its operational strategy, raising critical questions for investors about cost efficiency, debt sustainability, and the long-term resilience of the auto retail business model.
A quiet crisis is eroding the foundation of U.S. economic decision-making. As key federal data agencies face budget cuts, political pressure, and operational challenges, the resulting information gap could leave policymakers and businesses 'flying blind,' increasing the risks of policy missteps, deeper recessions, and prolonged unemployment.
