Money

Expert advice: There's a risk of saving too much for retirement. money.com/paused-retirem…

Part of successful investing is accepting that the stock market is volatile and that market downturns — and even crashes — happen. money.com/saver-anxiety-…

National average gas prices are now within cents of the pivotal $4-per-gallon threshold, which many elected officials would prefer to avoid in a midterm election year. money.com/gas-tax-suspen…

Oil prices slid over 5% and stocks rallied worldwide as signs of potential peace talks between the U.S. and Iran calmed markets. Brent crude fell to $99 a barrel while global stock indices climbed, even as gas and diesel prices continued to rise with ongoing concerns over energy supply and the Strait of Hormuz.

Good news: negotiating credit card debt is possible. money.com/how-to-negotia…

Costco’s foray into precious metals has generated impressive results. The company is allegedly pulling in six figures in sales each month since its decision to begin selling gold. money.com/costco-is-sell…

Travel costs are based on supply and demand, and if you are willing to avoid busy seasons, you can save significant amounts of money. money.com/travel-world-i…

A mystery trader made nearly $1 million by placing a string of precisely timed bets on Polymarket that predicted U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, sparking concerns about possible insider trading. Analysts found the bettor won up to 93% of major wagers—often placed just hours before unannounced military actions—fueling scrutiny over whether non-public information was being used to profit on prediction markets.

The dilemma: A 23-year-old earning $94,000 discovers her mother lacks a retirement plan. money.com/mom-58-no-reti…

Social Security is a key part of many retirees’ financial plans. If that’s you, make sure you’re not overlooking a potential danger: scams. money.com/social-securit…

Financial transformations don’t happen overnight, but making a few smart money habits a part of your daily routine can help you reach your savings goals. money.com/daily-habits-o…

Tracking your spending every day can help you stay on top of your finances and build long-term wealth, but it can also make budgeting feel overwhelming. money.com/money-moves-fo…

Pets can be the best companions. But taking care of them comes at a steep cost. money.com/emergency-vet-…

Implementing simple financial habits now can mean saving big down the road. Often, those small moves take just a few minutes. money.com/wo-simple-mone…

Chasing stocks that are soaring can be tempting — but those gains can vanish quickly amid market volatility. money.com/power-of-borin…

The US Postal Service's top official warned Congress that the agency could run out of cash in less than a year, putting nationwide mail delivery at risk. Postmaster General David Steiner urged lawmakers to raise borrowing limits and stamp prices, citing declining mail use and rising costs. As losses mount, USPS’s future remains uncertain while Congress debates how best to help the 250-year-old institution.

Doing a quick assessment one or two times a month can help you stay on top of your finances and address any weaknesses in your savings and spending strategies. money.com/checking-accou…

For most investors, a well-diversified portfolio of funds will do the trick. But if you want to try to identify winners like the pros on Wall Street, there are steps you can take. money.com/metrics-to-fin…

As the economy car market shrinks, it’s becoming impossible to find a new vehicle for less than $20,000. money.com/new-car-prices…

Oil prices soared as Iran attacked Middle East energy sites in response to Israel’s strike on the South Pars gas field, disrupting key refineries and sending Brent crude above $119 a barrel while global markets reeled from the escalating conflict.