The Social Security Administration changes its cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) each year to help benefits keep pace with inflation. The COLA for 2027 is 3.6%. See how it compares to past years' figures.
See how the S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow are performing in 2026 so far compared with 2025, what's driving markets now and what investors may want to consider through year-end.
Whether you're retiring, changing jobs or just taking some time off, it's important to understand how to roll over a 401(k) to an IRA. Learn how the process works.
Read on for an action plan for market declines that prioritizes what to do first and what to avoid. You'll also learn how to pressure-test your goals, time horizon and risk before making any changes.
Heading into October's FOMC meeting, our outlook is for 50 basis points in total hikes before the tightening ends. Fed officials say inflation is still too high, but signal there may not be a need to act with urgency.
The Social Security Administration changes its cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) each year to help benefits keep pace with inflation. The COLA for 2027 is 3.6%. See how it compares to past years' figures.
The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the U.S. Its actions can affect the broader economy via monetary policy, including raising or lowering interest rates.
The Federal Reserve is the U.S. central bank, and its decisions such as interest rate hikes and cuts can help tame inflation and stimulate job growth. Learn more about the Fed and why it matters.