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Rising AI Demand Stokes Undersea Investments
The Kiplinger Letter As demand soars for AI, there’s a need to transport huge amounts of data across oceans. Tech giants have big plans for new submarine cables, including the longest ever.
By John Miley Published
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Congressional Republicans Tackle Trump's Agenda
The Kiplinger Letter Despite slim majorities in both chambers, the GOP is gearing up to overhaul taxes, border security and more.
By Sean Lengell Published
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Social Security Under Trump: Live Updates to Keep You Up to Date
Social Security Blog Social Security is undergoing big changes in 2025 under President Trump. Get live daily news, updates, tips and analysis to help you navigate the developments.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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CoreWeave IPO: Should You Buy CRWV Stock?
The CoreWeave IPO was the biggest public offering of the year so far, with the AI cloud company making its market debut on Friday, March 28.
By Karee Venema Last updated
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Stock Market Today: Dow Sinks 715 Points as Inflation Unrest Grows
Inflation worries are showing up in both hard and soft data.
By Karee Venema Published
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What the Senate's Vote to Repeal CFPB Bank Overdraft Fees Cap Means For You
The Senate voted to overturn the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's cap on overdraft fees. Here's what you need to know.
By Sean Jackson Published
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Eight Local Social Security Offices Are Suspending In-Person Services
A departure from closing locations, eight local Social Security offices will temporarily stop all in-person service and will only be available by telephone.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Kiplinger's Economic Calendar for This Week
This week's economic calendar features a steady stream of jobs data and an end-of-week speech from Fed Chair Powell.
By Karee Venema Last updated
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Best 1-Year CD Rates
Savings A one-year CD helps you earn a rate outpacing inflation, while giving you quicker access back to your cash.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Don't Miss the April 1 RMD Deadline: What You Need to Know
RMDs April Fool's Day is an important RMD deadline for some older adults and retirees.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Earnings Calendar and Analysis for This Week
stocks Check out our earnings calendar for this week, as well as our previews and recaps of the more noteworthy reports.
By Karee Venema Last updated
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These Eight States Have the Most Expensive Home Insurance in 2025
If you live in one of these eight states, you’re probably paying $1,000 or more above the national average for home insurance.
By Rachael Green Published
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Social Security New Rule: Overpayments Must Be Paid Back 100%. Why It Matters
As of March 27, the SSA will require beneficiaries who have been accidentally overpaid to repay 100% of the money, reversing a previous policy that allowed for only 10% recoupment.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Kohl’s to Close 27 Stores in March 2025 — Is Your Location on the List?
Kohl’s is closing 27 stores this Saturday as part of its 2025 restructuring plan. Find out which locations are affected and why they’re closing.
By Paige Cerulli Published
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Stock Market Today: It's Going to Stay Choppy for Stocks
Auto-focus can show us a lot about uncertainty on the ground and in the stock market.
By David Dittman Published
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Happiest Places to Live in America in 2025. How Does Your City Rank?
Fremont and San Jose, California lead the pack as the happiest places to live in 2025, while Cleveland, OH and Detroit, MI are the least happiest places to live.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Costco’s 4.5-Pound Tiramisu Cheesecake Might Be Your New Favorite Dessert
If you haven’t visited your local Costco bakery to check out the Kirkland Signature Tiramisu Cheesecake, you'd better get there early, they are flying off the shelves.
By Kathryn Pomroy Published
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SALT Cap Repeal? What to Expect in 2025 Tax Reform
Tax Deductions Some lawmakers say it’s time to end or increase the $10,000 cap on state and local tax deductions, and President Trump seems to agree.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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How RFK Jr. May Change Medicare and Your Retirement
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. now heads up Medicare. Here are five ways his leadership might change your retirement based on what we know so far.
By Maurie Backman Last updated
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GOP Eyes Taxes on Municipal Bond Interest: What You Need to Know
Tax Reform If the tax status of muni bonds changes, the impact on regular investors and state and local governments could be significant.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Stock Market Today: Auto Tariffs Send Stocks Lower
The main indexes snapped their win streaks after the White House confirmed President Trump will talk about auto tariffs after the close.
By Karee Venema Published
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Get TurboTax for Up to 30% Off at the Amazon Big Spring Sale
Do your taxes for less thanks to this Amazon Big Spring Sale deal on TurboTax software.
By Rachael Green Published
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Will Dr. Oz Push Medicare Advantage Plans if Confirmed as Head of CMS?
As original Medicare faces funding shortfalls, Dr. Oz may shift to private insurance providers through Medicare Advantage. Here's what we know so far.
By Maurie Backman Last updated
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The US Postal Service Does More Than Deliver Mail: Six Ways It Helps Older Adults
With talk of cuts to the USPS swirling, here are the ways it provides vital services to the nation’s older adults.
By Donna Fuscaldo Published
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Stock Market Today: Stocks Seesaw After Big Market Rally
The latest consumer confidence data showed sentiment remains low.
By Karee Venema Published
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What Is the March Social Security Payment Schedule?
The date your March Social Security benefit arrives depends on what day of the month you were born. Payments follow the month they are due, so your March check is for February
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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The 30 Best Deals at Amazon's Spring Sale in 2025
Save on Bose, Samsung, Samsonite and more during Amazon's Big Spring Sale, running March 25 through 31.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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10 Best High-Yield Savings Accounts to Grow Your Tax Refund
If you're getting a tax refund this year and want to grow it, here are the best high-yield savings accounts to make it happen.
By Sean Jackson Published
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Stock Market Today: Markets Celebrate Trump's Tariff Détente
Consumer discretionary stocks led 10 of the 11 S&P 500 sector groups well into the green.
By David Dittman Published