The Trump administration’s trade wars are whipping Fed policy back and forth
Here’s why Fed officials are so concerned about the trade war right now.
9 min read
Jun 07, 2019
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Here’s how much Trump’s tariffs on China could cost American consumers
Here are the steps you should take moving forward to minimize the impact.
6 min read May 24, 2019 -
Everything you need to know about the Trump administration’s trade war with China
Every time there’s a tariff hike, your pocketbook is likely going to feel it.
8 min read May 15, 2019 -
Here’s how much Trump’s Fed picks could actually shake up the central bank
The Fed might find itself in a tricky situation.
7 min read Apr 30, 2019 -
Nearly half of Americans say Washington politics is the biggest threat to economy
Yet, only 25 percent say these economic concerns are leading them to spend less.
5 min read Apr 17, 2019 -
Powell justifies a ‘patient’ central bank on rate hikes during Senate testimony
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell delivered a positive assessment of the U.S. economy that nonetheless faces some risks.
4 min read Feb 26, 2019 -
Survey: Americans say this is the biggest threat to the US economy
The economy is thriving. Here’s what Americans say could knock it off course.
4 min read Nov 28, 2018 -
Now that the midterm elections are over, what’s next for your money?
Not much should change in the short term. In the long term? That’s a different story.
2 min read Nov 07, 2018 -
Just 38% of Americans say their finances have improved since the 2016 election
As the economy continues to improve, many people aren’t seeing improvement in their own wallets, Bankrate’s survey finds.
6 min read Oct 24, 2018 -
Will the GOP tax plan make you more financially secure?
Take a closer look on how the GOP tax reforms might impact your life.
3 min read Dec 07, 2017 -
Will the Republican tax plan help or hurt your family? It depends
The latest tax proposal has murky math for families. See how it adds up for you.
3 min read Nov 06, 2017 -
Under the Republican tax plan, would you want to become a company?
The proposal could cut business taxes to levels tempting for individual taxpayers.
3 min read Nov 02, 2017 -
How tax reform could rattle your retirement planning
The Trump plan might bring big changes to the way 401(k) contributions are taxed.
2 min read Oct 23, 2017 -
3 ways the Trump tax plan could shake up your finances
Though it’s skimpy on details, the tax overhaul could alter your financial life.
2 min read Sep 29, 2017 -
How would Trump’s tax proposals affect you?
Who will benefit from Trump’s tax proposals? And what should you do today to prepare?
3 min read Aug 31, 2017 -
7 ways tax laws could change under the Donald Trump tax plan
The new president wants to lower tax rates for most Americans. See how you might save.
5 min read Jan 20, 2017 -
How Trump’s 15 Cabinet secretaries could impact you
Trump has selected most of his Cabinet members. How will they influence your life?
10 min read Jan 18, 2017 -
Labor unions: What’s their future under Trump?
Will Trump and the GOP be friends or foes of labor? Find out what the movement faces.
5 min read Jan 17, 2017 -
Which presidents brought the best stock market performance?
See how stocks performed under presidents since 1900. Who led during the best years?
1 min read Jan 17, 2017 -
6 ways Trump may affect your wallet
The new president could change parts of your financial life, including your taxes.
7 min read Jan 12, 2017
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