An unexpected bonus hitting your bank account might feel like found money—and your first instinct might be to book a vacation or splurge on something you’ve been eyeing for months. However, certified financial planners we spoke to argue that might mean you’ve missed an opportunity that could cost you thousands over the long term. Below, … Read more
The International Energy Agency once again has lifted its forecasts for global oil supply this year and next. The IEA on Wednesday now sees global oil supply growth of 2.5 million barrels per day (B/D) this year, up by 370,000 b/d from last month’s forecast, and 1.9 million b/d in 2026, up by 620,000 b/d. The upward revision … Read more
Capital One is sweetening the deal for new holders of its no-annual-fee rewards cards. Annual travel credits are a common feature on credit cards that charge annual fees. However, it’s rare for no-annual-fee cards, like those above, to offer travel credits, particularly on top of a traditional welcome bonus. Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card … Read more
Southwest Airlines Co. (LUV) is giving its Rapid Rewards members a chance to get online for free during their flights this week. Until Aug. 14, the airline is testing complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi for browsing and streaming. The offer applies to all Wi-Fi-enabled Southwest flights, and travelers can sign up for Rapid Rewards before departure or … Read more
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Key Takeaways A hot stock like Nvidia Corp. (NVDA) can climb quickly, offering significant profit potential, but it also carries a risk of sharp drops. Certificates of deposit (CDs) may be less exciting, but they provide guaranteed, predictable growth. Right now, the top CDs pay 4.50%—enough to turn $10,000 into $10,450 in one year. The … Read more
AI startup Perplexity is offering to buy Google’s Chrome, according to a report on Tuesday. The unsolicited $34.5 billion bid from Perplexity is worth more than its own valuation at an estimated $18 billion, The Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday. Perpexity and Google did not immediately respond to Investopedia requests for comment. The offer from … Read more
According to Northwestern Mutual, the average American thinks they need to save $1.26 million by age 65 in order to retire comfortably. Last year, that figure was $1.46 million. In reality, experts say that neither amount will buy someone the freedom they likely envision for their twilight years. Key Takeaways While most Americans consider $1.5 … Read more
If a 10% market drop makes you anxious enough to question whether your steady investing has been worth it, you’re not alone. For many long-term investors, market volatility can feel disproportionately painful, creating an emotional imbalance that may lead to poor decisions like panic selling or market timing. Psychologists call this loss aversion—we feel the … Read more
The U.S. could see the landfall of its first hurricane this year in the coming weeks, as Tropical Storm Erin continues to build in the Atlantic. Current forecasts see the storm developing into a hurricane sometime in the next few days as it moves west across the ocean, and nearing the Caribbean over the weekend. … Read more