Gift exchange: How retailers factor in the cost of returns With product returns expected to account for 17% of all merchandise sales in 2024, exchanges can be a tricky trade-off for sellers and gift givers alike.
Millennials’ wealth grew 13% in 2024 Younger generations made significant wealth gains in 2024. Gen Z and Millennial wealth grew by a combined 17.33% in 2024, compared to 4.62% for older generations (Gen X and Baby Boomers), according to data from Empower Personal DashboardTM.
What does an HSA cover? A quick guide to the out-of-pocket expenses your health savings account (HSA) can cover.
Gen Z’s passion for plastic: Strategies for dealing with credit card debt As Gen Z enters the workforce and gains financial independence, their use of credit cards is on the rise. According to recent surveys, 84% of Gen Z has at least one credit card. That could have major consequences on their long-term finances.
The toy industry has a new target market: Kidults Toys aren’t just child’s play anymore. Adults are getting in on the fun, and toymakers are taking notice and targeting products to appeal to this growing segment.
Overdraft fees overhauled: What the new rules mean for consumers and banks Overdraft fees are getting a much-needed update with new regulations from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to make these fees more manageable.
Double-clicking into internet expenses With Americans spending half their waking hours online, dive deeper into the costs of internet service.
Earned wage products gain popularity among employers and workers The popularity of earned wage products offered by companies is surging amid growing expectations among younger workers that pay should be more immediate.
The unretirement surge: Boomers and Gen Xers are heading back to work Some Boomers and Gen Xers are heading back to work, part of a new "unretirement" trend that is reshaping workplaces and personal finances.
Inflation ticks up in November: A bump in the road? Inflation edged up in November, breaking a streak of steadying prices over the past few months.
Baking up a budget: Holiday cookie costs climb 8% this year The unforgettable scent of holiday cookies baking in the oven is a seasonal tradition, but this year, that warm, sugary goodness comes with a slightly higher price tag.
The 6 items you may want to buy before tariffs return With the prospect of tariffs once again taking center stage in U.S. trade policy, consumers may face a significant uptick in prices on a variety of products. Here's what to know.
