Rising Tax Burden Drives High Earners Toward Offshore Bond Investments
Increased tax rates and frozen income thresholds are prompting higher-earning individuals to explore offshore bond investments as a tax management strategy.
Regulatory Gaps Create Opportunities for Financial Misconduct, Critics Warn
Observers say weakening financial oversight has created unprecedented opportunities for fraud and misconduct in U.S. markets.
Economic Headwinds Test Couples' Financial Planning as Trade Policy Shifts
Trade policies and tariffs increasingly impact household finances, requiring couples to reassess their financial strategies together.
Fed's Preferred Inflation Gauge Shows Progress Remains Needed to Reach Target
The Federal Reserve's favored inflation measure rose to nearly 3% in 2025, indicating the central bank has further work ahead to bring price increases back to pre-pandemic levels.
U.S. Economic Data Exhibits "Goldilocks" Pattern, Strategist Observes
Recent U.S. economic indicators are displaying a balanced trend often referred to as "Goldilocks" conditions—neither too strong nor too weak—according to market analysis.
Gold Consolidates Above $5,000 Amid Market Volatility
Gold prices are working to establish a foothold above the $5,000 per ounce level following a volatile trading week.
U.S. GDP Growth Slowed to 2.2% in 2025 as Federal Shutdown Weighed on Economy
The U.S. economy grew 2.2% for the full year 2025, but fourth-quarter growth decelerated to 1.4% due to a 43-day federal shutdown that reduced government spending.
Opendoor Stock Rallies on Progress Toward Leaner Business Model
Opendoor's stock gained momentum as the real estate company demonstrated headway in its transition to a less capital-intensive and more profitable operational structure.
Tesla Introduces $59,990 Cybertruck Base Model, Though Price Cuts May Not Last
Tesla has launched its most affordable Cybertruck variant at $59,990, undercutting the next-cheapest model by $20,000, but CEO Elon Musk has signaled the low price may be temporary.
Mail Theft Remains Persistent Threat Despite USPS Security Measures
Thieves continue to steal credit cards and checks from mailboxes daily, prompting the U.S. Postal Service to implement various security efforts while experts recommend additional protective measures for consumers.
Powerball Winner's $76M Mansion Spending Draws Expert Scrutiny Over Long-Term Financial Planning
A $2 billion Powerball winner's $76 million real estate purchases have prompted financial advisors to question whether luxury properties represent the most prudent investment strategy for lottery winners.
U.S. Fourth-Quarter GDP Disappoints at 1.4%, Missing Forecasts as Inflation Persists
The U.S. economy grew at just 1.4% in the fourth quarter, falling well short of the 2.5% projection, while inflation held firm at 3%.
Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid Inflation Uncertainty
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate unchanged at the 4.25%-4.50% range, citing persistent inflation pressures and a resilient labor market. Chair Powell signaled patience, noting the committee needs more confidence that inflation is moving sustainably toward its 2% target before considering cuts.