Older American amassing credit card debt to cover expenses, AARP finds
Nearly half of older Americans with credit card debt are relying on credit cards to cover their basic living expenses, with more than a third seeing balances rise, AARP found.
Mortgage rates hit a two-month low this week, remain under 7%
Home prices are lowering, and rates are down, but renting is still cheaper than buying in most areas of the country.
401(k) balances hit second highest on record: Fidelity
Balances for 401(k) retirement accounts hit the “second-highest average on record" in the final quarter of 2024, according to new data from Fidelity Investments.
CIA: COVID most likely originated in a Chinese lab
Rep. Brad Wenstrup, R-Ohio, provides an update on the COVID origins investigation on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Trump-backed budget resolution is an important test for Republicans: Newt Gingrich
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich discusses whether Republicans can get President Donald Trump's tax cuts through the House on 'Varney & Co.'
Will you get a tax refund this year? Experts have ideas on how to use the money
When taxpayers receive their refunds, addressing debt, socking away money in an emergency fund and contributing to retirement are some good avenues for using those funds, experts said.
Trump favorability jumps as Democrat 'resistance' dies, pollster says
GOP pollster Mitchell Brown discusses President Donald Trump's rising popularity on 'Varney & Co.'
A look at JPMorgan's new Manhattan office
JPMorgan is planning to open its new office at 270 Park Ave. in Midtown Manhattan in November 2025. (Credit: JPMorgan Chase)
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon pops off on anti-RTO workers
Dimon, CEO of the nation’s largest bank, told his employees its time to get real and get back in the office. He didn’t mince words. (Credit: Getty Images / Barron's)
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon pops off on anti-RTO workers
Dimon, CEO of the nation’s largest bank, told his employees its time to get real and get back in the office. He didn’t mince words. (Credit: Barron’s / Getty Images)
The SEC needs to 'correct its behavior' around crypto, alternative investments: Perianne Boring
The Digital Chamber founder and CEO Perianne Boring details new findings around the SEC acting as a 'merit regulator.'
January inflation gives Fed more reason to hold on interest rate cuts
In January, consumers grappled with higher prices, with shelter costs leading the way, but egg inflation rose to the highest level since 2015.
Elon Musk should make an offer for DeepSeek, not OpenAI: Thomas Hayes
Great Hill Capital Chairman Thomas Hayes reacts to Elon Musk's bid for Sam Altman's OpenAI and analyzes President Donald Trump's tariff strategy on 'Varney & Co.'
Valentine's Day gifts: Americans expected to spend billions this year
Plenty of Americans will show loved ones their appreciation on Valentine’s Day with candy, flowers, cards and other gifts, a boon for the sectors behind those popular tokens of affection.
Investing in your 401(k) is the best way to ‘catch up’ financially, expert says
‘The Big Money Show’ panelists react to the recent report that half of private sector workers are saving in 401(k)s.
Elon Musk is fixing the federal budget at light speed: Kevin Hasset
White House National Economic Council director Kevin Hasset discusses Elon Musk's effort to cut government spending and President Trump's China policy on 'Varney & Co.'
Bill Gates weighs in on new Trump administration, Elon Musk's role
Billionaire Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates discussed his recent meeting with President Trump and Elon Musk's role with the administration in a new interview.
Josh Hawley, Bernie Sanders propose capping credit card interest rates at 10%
Senators Bernie Sanders and Josh Hawley introduced new legislation that would cap interest rates on credit cards at 10% to fulfill one of President Trump's campaign promises.
Retirement is 'not an age, it's a financial number': Personal finance expert
Ramsey Solutions financial expert George Kamel weighs in on Americans working past retirement age and provides advice for investors.
Tariffs lead to lower prices, create American jobs: Investor
Professional Capital Management founder and CEO Anthony Pompliano argues tariffs don't cause inflation, they incentivize domestic production on 'Varney & Co.'