Alexandra Svokos
Alexandra Svokos is the digital managing editor of Kiplinger. She has over a decade of experience in journalism and previously served as the senior editor of digital for ABC News, where she directed daily news coverage across topics through the major events of the early 2020s for the network's website, including stock market trends, the remote and return-to-work revolutions, and the national economy. This included work celebrated by ABC News’ first Edward R. Murrow Award for overall excellence in digital. Before that, she pioneered politics and election coverage for Elite Daily and went on to serve as the senior news editor for that group.
Alexandra holds an MBA from NYU Stern in finance and management, where she was a member of a student-run stock investment fund using money from a donor investment. She was part of the "value" fund, and this group consistently outperformed stock market indices. Alexandra was also selected to serve as a teaching fellow and grader for courses including Leadership in Organization, the Making of Economic Policy in the White House, and Entertainment and Media Industry. Alexandra additionally has a BA in economics and creative writing from Columbia University.
Alexandra was recognized with an "Up & Comer" award at the 2018 Folio: Top Women in Media awards, and she was asked twice by the Nieman Journalism Lab to contribute to their annual journalism predictions feature. She has also been asked to speak on panels and give presentations on the future of media and on business and media, including by the Center for Communication and Twipe. Her work has been referenced in the New York Times, Washington Post, Politico, CBS News, CNN and more.
Latest articles by Alexandra Svokos
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Americans Are Driving Even Older Cars as Prices Stay High
Americans are driving older cars than ever before, a new report shows, as prices for new cars remain high.
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Is the Best College Major for Earnings Actually a Second One?
A recent study argues that people with double majors have more protection against salary shocks.
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Americans Consider This the Best Long-Term Investment — and It's Not Stocks
For the tenth straight year, Americans have picked real estate as their favorite long-term investment.
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What Brings High-Net-Worth People to Everest? It 'Ceased to Represent a Climbing Challenge and All the Sudden Became a Human Challenge'
Everest, Inc. author Will Cockrell discusses why high-net-worth people flock to climb Mount Everest.
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Is This the Worst Time To Buy a Home?
A new poll shows a vast majority of Americans believe now is a bad time to buy a house, in the worst low in Gallup's history.
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Tell the College Student in Your Life to Look Out for This Scam
Scammers are targeting college graduates with fake job ads, according to the FTC.
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Having Enough Money for Retirement Still a Top Concern, But Moods Are Changing
A new Gallup poll shows Americans are still concerned about having enough money for retirement, but there are some changes from last year.
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Your Venice Day Trip Is Now Slightly More Expensive
People visiting Venice for a day will pay a fee for a limited time as part of pilot program.
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Want to See the April Eclipse? Don't Forget This $5 Tool
If you want to see the total solar eclipse in April 2024, you need the right glasses.
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Frontier's Latest Offering Highlights Air Travelers' Desire For More Space
Some airlines offer options to pay for the seat next to you to be free. How do you calculate that value?
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3 Social Security Changes In 2024 To Know
These three Social Security changes in 2024 should be on retirees' radars.
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Only 16% Of Homes Listed For Sale Were Affordable In 2023
A Redfin analysis showed only 16% of homes listed in 2023 were technically affordable.
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3 Medicare Changes In 2024 To Be Aware Of
These three Medicare changes in 2024 will adjust your service in the new year.
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Why You Can't Get The Newest Apple Watch Anymore
Apple has been banned from selling the newest Apple Watch in the U.S. due to a patent dispute.
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She Bought A Vase For $4. It Sold For $107,000
A woman bought a vase at Goodwill for $4 and discovered it was a treasure. It later sold at auction for $107,000.
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Frequent Flyer Programs Are Under Scrutiny
The Department of Transportation is looking into airline loyalty programs.
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Southwest Airlines Says It's Ready for Winter After 2022's Troubles
Southwest Airlines is discussing its preparedness for winter travel after a meltdown in 2022.
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Inside the Kiplinger Advisor Collective: Broaden Your Influence in the Financial Industry
Take a look at what this exclusive membership has to offer and how you can join today.
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Charlie Munger of Berkshire Hathaway Has Died
Charlie Munger, vice chair of Berkshire Hathaway, died Tuesday, the company confirmed.
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'Lucky' Lottery Ticket Mistake Leads To $390,000 In Winnings
A man won $390,000 in Michigan after a "lucky mistake" with his usual lottery ticket.
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Honda Recalls 300,000 Cars Over Seat Belts
Honda is recalling some Accords and HR-Vs over seat belts.
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Bitcoin Tops $38,000 For First Time This Year In Hectic Crypto Week
Bitcoin hit a 2023 high in a week that saw problems at Binance and HTX.
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A 3-Year, Nearly $100,000 Cruise Appears to Now Be Canceled
Life at Sea's inaugural three-year cruise is canceled, according to reports.
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How Winter Weather Could Disrupt Thanksgiving Travel Plans
Thanksgiving travel is expected to be extra busy this year, while weather could play a disruptive role.
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