Millennials have a solid hold in the U.S. population, and they’re making big strides in their wealth as well. Check out where Millennials' money stands.

Boosting your spending power in the face of higher supermarket prices can be a simple swap: For each category where prices have surged, there are alternatives where prices have risen more slowly (or even dropped). 

There is no way to predict markets, but the recent market gyrations suggest investors are better served avoiding emotional reactions and sticking with a long-term strategy.