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Americans are splurging on sweet treats in 2025. Last year, ice cream spending hovered around $23 to $30 a month, according to Empower data — here’s how the year so far compares:
Americans are splurging on sweet treats in 2025. Last year, ice cream spending hovered around $23 to $30 a month, according to Empower data — here’s how the year so far compares:
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Why value retailers are winning over higher-income shoppers
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Walmart made headlines last year after reporting a surge in higher-income shoppers. Dollar stores have seen a similar trend in 2025 as more consumers shift habits.
Summer job season is here — wages (and competition) are heating up
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Teen summer wages are rising faster than inflation, but competition is stiff as a tight labor market makes landing one harder than ever.
What is the average asset allocation by age?
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Investment portfolios vary by age, goals, risk tolerance, and other factors. Learn more about the average portfolio mix by age.