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3.4 million Americans are still long-term unemployed

3.4 million Americans are still long-term unemployed

About 2 of every 5 jobless workers have been unemployed for at least six months, a risky financial period for households. However, the share fell in July.

5 years ago
Elon Musk offers for SpaceX to make NASA spacesuits, after watchdog says program to cost $1 billion

Elon Musk offers for SpaceX to make NASA spacesuits, after watchdog says program to cost $1 billion

Elon Musk offered SpaceX's services to help NASA make its next-generation spacesuits.

5 years ago
Main Street overconfidence: America's small businesses aren't worried about hacking

Main Street overconfidence: America's small businesses aren't worried about hacking

America's small business owners think they can handle a hack. Most aren't prepared, and are overly confident when it comes to cybersecurity.

5 years ago
America's small businesses still can't find workers, but that's not their biggest problem

America's small businesses still can't find workers, but that's not their biggest problem

The job market is making things tough for small businesses, but even more entrepreneurs are struggling with inflation in raw materials and the supply chain.

5 years ago
Egyptian billionaire Naguib Sawiris says a quarter of a portfolio should be in gold

Egyptian billionaire Naguib Sawiris says a quarter of a portfolio should be in gold

Egyptian billionaire Naguib Sawiris said up to 30% of an investment portfolio can be allocated to gold.

5 years ago
Citigroup is mandating employees be vaccinated before returning to its corporate offices

Citigroup is mandating employees be vaccinated before returning to its corporate offices

Citigroup will require employees to be vaccinated before they return to corporate offices, according to a LinkedIn post by human resources head Sara Wechter.

5 years ago
Getting financial advice on social media can be tricky. Here's how to navigate it

Getting financial advice on social media can be tricky. Here's how to navigate it

Investors are flocking to social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Reddit for financial advice. Navigating the slew of recommendations can be tricky.

5 years ago
Tech-savvy teens falling prey to online scams faster than their grandparents

Tech-savvy teens falling prey to online scams faster than their grandparents

The number of individuals under age 21 reporting that they've been victims of cyber-fraud has surged 156% over the last three years, a study shows.

5 years ago
Employers offer perks, from college tuition to retirement benefits, to attract workers

Employers offer perks, from college tuition to retirement benefits, to attract workers

The post-pandemic labor shortage has made it difficult for businesses to hire workers. Some are getting creative with benefits and perks to attract employees.

5 years ago
Student loan borrowers have another 6 months before payments start again. Here's what you need to know

Student loan borrowers have another 6 months before payments start again. Here's what you need to know

Here's what student loan borrowers need to know about the latest extension of the payment pause and interest waiver.

5 years ago
An auto rental shortage sparked a boom in peer-to-peer car-sharing. Entrepreneurs are hopping on the trend

An auto rental shortage sparked a boom in peer-to-peer car-sharing. Entrepreneurs are hopping on the trend

Entrepreneurs are finding success by providing customers with a personal touch that isn't possible for Hertz, Enterprise and other big chains.

5 years ago
Direct indexing is the hot new investing strategy. What you need to know

Direct indexing is the hot new investing strategy. What you need to know

Investors may soon have more opportunities for portfolio customization and tax savings through direct indexing. Here’s what to know.

5 years ago
'We're putting a lot of families at risk': 7.5 million Americans will lose unemployment benefits next month

'We're putting a lot of families at risk': 7.5 million Americans will lose unemployment benefits next month

Andrew Stettner, a senior fellow at The Century Foundation, is sounding the alarm about the consequences of ending the benefits next month.

5 years ago
Here’s how much workers say they will need to feel financially secure in retirement

Here’s how much workers say they will need to feel financially secure in retirement

When it comes to retirement, the big question most savers face is how much is enough? A survey finds that for many, $500,000 is the magic number.

5 years ago
Op-ed: Here are 5 ways to protect your portfolio in the second half of 2021

Op-ed: Here are 5 ways to protect your portfolio in the second half of 2021

As lingering inflation looms on the horizon, now is the time to focus on managing risk by reviewing what many investors appear to be ignoring: diversification.

5 years ago