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194 results found for “Personal finance”.

Does Buy Now, Pay Later affect credit scores? It will soon

Wondering if BNPL affects your credit score? A new FICO credit score model going into effect this fall will add BNPL loans to credit reports. 

How to set financial goals & stick to them in 5 steps

Setting financial goals starts with understanding your full financial picture — including your investments, savings, assets, and liabilities — and your values.

Coffee prices heat up, travel costs cool off

That morning brew gets pricier, while traveling gets more budget-friendly — here’s the latest on what’s driving consumer prices.

Why value retailers are winning over higher-income shoppers

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.

The crypto clarity bill: What the GENIUS Act could mean for investors

The GENIUS Act could bring clear rules around stablecoins, with major impacts on the option of digital currency and the regulation of the market.

Money meets lifestyle: Consumers spend $2.1 trillion on experiences

Increasingly consumers are putting their money where the memories are, investing disposable income in authentic experiences that resonate emotionally.

Stagflation talk is picking up. Here’s what driving the conversation

Stagflation has resurfaced in financial conversations and headlines in recent months as economists consider the risks of stubborn inflation and slower growth.

What makes a millionaire? 30 revealing stats for 2025

What makes a millionaire? There are many paths to financial success: from 401(k) millionaires to savvy planners, these insights reveal how wealth is built and sustained across the U.S. and around the world. 

How Americans are getting financially stronger

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

Coffee prices up 12%: Is relief brewing?

Consumers are paying more per cup versus this time last year, but some predict the cost of coffee beans will continue to fall, helping to shield customers from further price hikes.

Game on: The $40 billion play in youth sports

Parents are devoting more time, resources, and money than ever to their children’s sports, spending over $1,000 annually on average per child for the primary activity alone.

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.

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