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Best CD Rates — A Risk-Free Way to Save
Savings Are you interested in a certificate of deposit? We choose the top options for a wide variety of terms, so you can find the one that meets saving goals.
By Sean Jackson Last updated
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The 6 Best Places to Put Your Tax Refund for Growth
Use your 2024 tax refund to boost short-term or long-term financial goals by putting it in one of these six places.
By Rachael Green Published
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See How Trump's Tariffs Impacts Your Shopping
President Donald Trump announced tariffs on imported goods from a litany of countries. See how these tariffs will impact your favorite clothing line.
By Sean Jackson Published
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Rates Moving Lower on Tariff Fears
Forecasts Fears of a weaker economy after new tariffs were unveiled have outweighed earlier fears of higher inflation.
By David Payne Last updated
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Kiplinger Jobs Outlook: Labor Market Strength Surprises
Economic Forecasts Strong job growth in September and revisions to July and August indicate the labor market’s weakness was overstated.
By David Payne Last updated
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Best Rewards Credit Cards of 2025
The best cash back cards reward you for everyday purchases. See our top picks.
By Ellen B. Kennedy Last updated
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GameStop Is Closing More Stores — Here’s Where to Shop Instead
As GameStop closes more locations, here’s how to score similar deals on games, consoles and collectibles at other major retailers.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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Retirees: Is Your Local Bank Closing? Four Ways to Cope
Bank branches are closing across the country. If you are among the retirees who prefer to bank in person, you have some options.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Are You Making the Most Of Your Amex Card's Fine Hotels + Resorts Perks?
Three examples of hotel stays in Sydney, Vegas and Lisbon show what you get through American Express' Fine Hotels + Resorts (FHR) program.
By Sean Jackson Published