The Currency - Money

Pay transparency laws are extending their reach. Here’s why

Five more states are requiring employers to disclose pay information to job seekers in 2025, a continuing trend that’s making an impact across the country.

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What are catch-up contributions?

Catch-up contributions allow people age 50 and older to save more than the typical annual limit and make up ground on reaching their retirement goals.

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How Americans are getting financially stronger

Saving more and spending less — all while finding joy. Americans are walking a balance, but doing it confidently.

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🌊 Make a splash

Americans expect to spend an average of $10,600 on trips and vacations in 2025. Here's this week's money news.

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Off the grill: 32% of Americans are swapping BBQ for pizza this July 4th

More than 2 in 5 Gen Zers and Millennials (43%) and 32% overall, are skipping traditional barbecues in favor of ordering pizza on Fourth of July — driven by the rising costs of hosting summer celebrations, according to new Empower research.

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529 college saving plans could see greater flexibility under new tax bill

A 529 expansion result in SAT fees, homeschooling expenses, and non-college programs becoming eligible for tax-free 529 withdrawals.

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☀️ Gold standard

The Fortune 500’s 71st edition is out, and the companies on this year's list generated $19.9 trillion in revenue. Here's this week's money news.

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The 10 best places to retire in Arizona

Many people opt to retire to Arizona whether they're searching for desert solitude or busy cities, due to the combination of warm weather and beautiful scenery. Here are some of the best cities to retire in Arizona.

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Move over unicorns: The $100 billion hectocorns have arrived

An elite class of $100 billion startups called hectocorns are shaking up venture capital a decade after $1 billion unicorns and $10 billion decacorns emerged.

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All things equal? Why new homes prices are nearly the same as existing homes

Buyers usually pay a big premium for brand new homes, but not these days. The price gap between a new home versus an existing home is near historical lows.

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Premium prices: Typical family pays over $2K monthly for insurance

A family of two adults and two children can expect to pay around $2,026 on average to cover themselves and their assets.

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Eggs fall, bananas rise and sewing supplies soften in May inflation report

The newest Consumer Price Index shows trends in groceries, travel and household essentials, rising 2.4% over the past 12 months.