With the U.S. government now officially shut down, investors, economists, and financial planners are facing an unusual problem — a lack of data.

The U.S. government officially shut down on October 1, 2025. It’s the kind of headline that naturally makes people nervous: Will this hurt the economy? Should I be worried about my investments?

If you’re over 50, you’ve probably appreciated the ability to make “catch-up” contributions to your 401(k). That extra $7,500 (on top of of the standard $23,000 in 2025) gives you...

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates today by 0.25%, lowering the benchmark federal funds rate to a target range of 4.00%–4.25%. It’s the Fed’s first cut since December...

This week’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showed headline inflation at 2.9% year-over-year and core inflation at 3.1%. That’s a big improvement from...

The Powerball jackpot has soared past $1.7 billion, and millions of Americans are buying tickets, dreaming about instant wealth.