Brand loyalty is shifting as value takes lead Brand loyalty is facing a serious test as the purchasing decisions of shoppers are being shaped by a new set of priorities — and a willingness to reconsider habits.
Keeping pace: Financial literacy in the digital age Financial literacy is changing as students need solid financial knowledge and savvy online skills to make informed decisions in today's fast-paced digital world.
Lawyer up: Why more students are turning to law school 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.
Gas prices just dropped — and that’s helping cool inflation 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.
Teens take financial literacy into their own hands Students are taking financial education into their own hands, and there is a growing ecosystem of school-based, nonprofit, and digital programs to meet demand.
Variable expenses vs fixed expenses: What’s the difference? Understanding variable expenses and fixed expenses can help you create a successful budget. Learn the difference and how to manage your variable expenses.
Price check: Find out which states spend the most on groceries While soaring egg prices and picked-over egg aisles seem to dominate the headlines, supermarket prices on the whole are on a steady climb, and consumers in some states are spending more than others.
The price of catching more Zzzs More than 1 in 3 Americans don’t get enough sleep, and companies are waking up to the slumber-focused opportunity. But gadgets and devices to help catch up on shut eye can get costly.
The 50-30-20 budget rule explained The 50-30-20 rule is a percentage-based budget approach. Learn more about how it works and why it's such a popular approach to spending and saving.
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.
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.
No longer elective: Personal finance education is becoming a must in high schools More states are requiring high school students to take personal finance course, with an emphasis on the real-world money skills they'll need after graduation.
