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Members of Generation Z — those born in 1997 or later — are young, but they know what they want. By Jami Farkas Unlike their Generation X parents — the children of the mid-1960s through about 1980 — who valued status, name brands and luxury items, Gen Z members prioritize doing business with companies that have a commitment to social justice, the environment, mental health and other causes. They also want to spend their money on goods and services that are “unique, ethical and unlimited....

Gen Z is learning to prioritize their financial futures, but what about millennials? With a 98.1% chance of a recession in the very near future, it’s more imperative than ever to find financial stability. By Becky Neubauer See: Make These 7 Moves Before a Recession Hits in 2023Find: 44% of Adults Not Ready For Recession — How to Prepare With inflation and the cost of living on the rise, it’s already tough to make ends meet, but if you’re not prepared for a recession, you could be in a world of hurt....

It appears that retailer Kohl’s, who have been entertaining takeover bids for months, is nearing an acquisition deal worth around $8 billion. By David Nadelle Discover: 10 Things You Should Always Buy at Walmart More: 9 Bills You Should Never Put on Autopay According to The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), the Wisconsin-based department store chain announced it has entered into a three-week exclusive negotiation period with Franchise Group, Inc., a collector of retail-based brands and service franchises, for a reported $60 per share....

American Express Green Card Overview First launched in 1969, the American Express Green Card, was the first charge cards American Express offered. It has evolved to be much more than a charge card, with options for Card Members to pay over time and finance eligible purchases at an interest rate of , depending on your creditworthiness. By Dawn Allcot Overview Features How It Stands Out Comparable Options How To Apply...

From the Great Resignation and the gig economy to the rise of remote work and quiet quitting, the post-pandemic worker has gained new leverage, new confidence and new alternatives to bad bosses. By Andrew Lisa Alternative Employment: 22 Side Gigs That Can Make You Richer Than a Full-Time JobWatch Out: This Credit Score Mistake Could Be Costing Millions of Americans Dragging yourself to a job you don’t like only to deal with a boss you like even less has been part of daily life for generations of Americans....

When it comes to good financial habits, the general rule is everyone should be able to put a certain percentage of their earnings into a retirement fund and continuously keep contributing to said fund. But life is full of unpredictable moments, and expenses, which can lead to people cutting back on saving for retirement. By Heather Taylor Retirement at Any Age: Get Retirement Tips That Fit Every Stage of LifeLearn More: 7 Surprisingly Easy Ways To Reach Your Retirement Goals...

G7 members met in the southwest English county of Cornwall over the weekend. Leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the U.S., the U.K. and the European Union gathered in person for the first time since the pandemic. The final communique resulting from that meeting disappointed climate change experts, CNN reported. By Josephine Nesbit See: Climate Change Jobs That Will See Rapid Growth in the Green EconomyFind: Apple, Google and 8 More Big Companies Making Green by Going Green...

It might be National Junk Food Day, but we ain’t got time for any junk in this roundup of today’s top financial stories. By Gary Dudak The Big Lead: Gas Prices Dropping Daily — Which State Is Seeing the Largest Decrease? Gasoline prices continued their steady decline in the United States on Thursday, with the national average dropping to $4.44 a gallon. Four states have seen average prices dip back below $4 a gallon: Georgia, Mississippi, South Carolina and Texas....

What does it mean to be “middle-class” for your generation? While we might have a general idea of what that means, it’s much more difficult to put numbers on it. Inflation makes the middle class a moving target, but that is just one piece of this complicated puzzle. By Bob Haegele Income Annual Income Needed to Be Middle Class Middle Class Isn’t Always What it Seems Even agreeing on what income levels make someone middle-class is not easy....

Mindy Kaling, 42, the American actor, comedian, producer and writer, is lending her voice and comedic chops to the upcoming adult cartoon “Velma,” a Scooby Doo spin-off series that is being produced by Warner Bros. and is set to air on HBO Max. This new adult take on the mystery-solving character has turned the sleuth into a woman of South Asian descent. By Michelle Tompkins See: 10 Walmart Brands With the Best Bargains in MayFind: 5 Collector’s Items Worth Selling for Extra Cash...

If you’ve ever forgotten to roll over your old 401(k) to your new employer, you’re not alone. A study found that as of May of 2021, a whopping $1.35 trillion in assets were “forgotten” in old 401(k) plans left behind by employees at their former employers. These accounts, totaling 24.3 million forgotten accounts, have the potential to cost an individual almost $700,000 in lost retirement income savings over the course of a lifetime according to the same study....

The country is still waiting on election results to see if the balance of power would shift — but one of the consequences of the midterms if the Republicans win, is that the debt ceiling probably won’t be raised unless Democrats agree to some spending cuts. In turn, this would once again threaten to trigger a government shutdown. By Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy Food Stamps: Midterm Elections Could Negatively Impact SNAP Benefits, According to Some ExpertsHome Buyers: How Will Midterm Election Results Impact the Real Estate Market?...

Both Coca-Cola and Pepsi can trace their origins back to the 1890s, and the two sodas seemed to be able to peacefully co-exist until nearly a century later. But in the 1980s, the companies began directly taking aim at each other through their respective marketing campaigns during what is now known as the “Cola Wars.” Here’s a look at how that rivalry started — and where the two companies are now....

Your alarm goes off at 4:30 a.m. and no, it is not for work. It is Thanksgiving morning, and you do not have the luxury of hitting snooze — you have to get that turkey in the oven. The bigger the turkey, the more time it takes to cook, which means you have to get up earlier, which ultimately results in you needing copious amounts of coffee. By Caitlyn Moorhead Starbucks Thanksgiving Hours Starbucks Holiday Menu Learn: If Your Credit Score is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now...

Is it the return of a full-fledged meme mania, or just the result of retail investors “buying the dip” on AMC and GameStop stocks? Investors and analysts aren’t sure, but trading of the two stocks was halted “several times during the day for volatility,” on Thursday, May 12, 2022, according to Yahoo Finance. By Dawn Allcot See: 6 Alternative Investments To Consider for Diversification in 2022Find: 10 Walmart Brands With the Best Bargains in May...

The race for victory in the midterms is heating up, with the elections less than three weeks away. And money is talking — loudly. By Nicole Spector Learn: Can You Write Off a Political Donation?Discover: How Much Money Can an Individual Give to a Candidate per Election? OpenSecrets expects total federal midterm election spending to exceed $9.3 billion, This isn’t just a record-breaking amount, it’s a record-demolishing one. The 2018 midterm elections swept in $7....

Large pizza chains like Domino’s, Papa John’s, Pizza Hut and Little Caesar’s thrived during 2020, with these four chains controlling 43% of the $44 billion U.S. market going into the pandemic, The New York Times reported. Later that year, combined revenues at Domino’s and Papa John’s increased by nearly 12%, or $434 million. Today, the largest chains are focusing on back-end fixes to help ease the driver shortage. By Josephine Nesbit See: Does Pizza Hut Accept SNAP Payments Using EBT/Food Stamps?...

A seniors advocacy group is reaching out to leading members of Congress to support a one-time, $1,400 Social Security stimulus payment to help older Americans overcome financial difficulties caused by inflation and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. By Vance Cariaga See: 5 Things Most Americans Don’t Know About Social Security Find: Fact Check — Is a Fourth Stimulus Check Going to Happen? The Senior Citizens League, a non-partisan group that advocates for senior benefits, announced on its website last week that Chairman Rick Delaney sent letters to Congressional leaders proposing the stimulus payment....

In one sense, Social Security is automatic. You qualify for benefits through working and paying taxes, and when it’s time to retire, the Social Security Administration tells you the size of your benefit. By John Csiszar However, treating Social Security passively like this means you aren’t likely going to maximize your benefits. By taking a few key factors into consideration, you can help boost your payout when you retire — or at least optimize it for the lifestyle you lead....

You have options when it comes to filing for Social Security benefits as a senior. You can sign up at age 62 if you have already retired and you need the income. But if you wait until you reach full retirement age (FRA), which ranges from 66 to 67 years old depending on the year you were born, you can claim your full monthly benefit. By Dawn Allcot Discover: 25 Things To Sell When You’re Ready To Retire More: 27 Ugly Truths About Retirement...