Empower research shows that most Americans believe they will achieve financial success in their lifetime. Here's this week's money news.

More than half of Gen Alpha’s parents are already discussing spending, saving, and budgeting with their kids, often before age 4.

Gyrating markets can unnerve investors and shake the foundation of their long-term investment strategies. While volatility is an inevitable element of investing, the market has tended to reward those investors who don’t get rattled during market declines.

Historically, law school applications tend to rise during periods of economic volatility. Increased interest in law school isn’t just about an alternative to job-seeking: There’s a values shift happening as well.

A look at what’s happening in the markets and economy with Empower's Marta Norton.

News of a pause on tariffs helped reduce market tensions a notch, but with variables like earnings season, U.S. Treasuries, and inflation in the mix, the respite could be temporary.

States are opening less costly and more accessible pathways for students to become certified public accountants in an effort to keep the talent pipeline flowing.

Gas prices dropped in March, and that helped slow inflation more than expected. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 2.4% over the past 12 months, down from a 2.8% year-over-year increase in February. 

Markets responded to tariff announcements and a big pause, though tariffs' impact on inflation still remains to be seen.  

Financial literacy often brings to mind budgets, investments, and market headlines. But beneath the spreadsheets and strategy is something just as powerful: psychology.