The average 401(k) savings rate is at record-high levels, report finds

Milan Markovic | E+ | Getty Images The average 401(k) savings rate has maintained a record high, as some retirement plans make it easier for workers to enroll and contribute. In 2024, the average combined savings rate for employee deferrals and company deposits was an estimated 12%, according to Vanguard’s newly released yearly analysis of … Read more

Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ cuts SNAP for millions of families: Report

People shop at a grocery store in Manhattan, New York City, on April 1, 2025. Spencer Platt | Getty Images Republicans’ “big beautiful” reconciliation package includes tax cuts that policy researchers have found primarily benefit the wealthy.  To help pay for that, the legislation also includes “substantial” cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or … Read more

Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ ends $7,500 EV tax credit

Halfpoint Images | Moment | Getty Images President Donald Trump’s signature on his so-called “big beautiful bill” was a death blow for tax credits that lowered the cost of electric vehicles. Those tax credits — worth up to $7,500 and $4,000 for purchases of new and used EVs, respectively — won’t be available after Sept. … Read more

Paying for your own cell phone plan

These days, it’s common for parents to give their adult children some financial support. But it wouldn’t take a lot to be considered independent. About three-quarters, or 76%, of Americans say that coming off a parent’s cell phone plan is one of the “ultimate signs” of adulthood, according to a recent survey of over 2,000 … Read more

How ‘revenge saving’ can improve your finances

Americans are tightening their belts, as concerns about tariffs, inflation, job security and market volatility have prompted many consumers to pare back their spending and increase their savings, financial experts say. The U.S. personal saving rate — the percentage of disposable income that U.S. households save, after they pay taxes and spend money — has … Read more

What’s likely to move the market

Stocks @ Night is a daily newsletter delivered after hours, giving you a first look at tomorrow and last look at today. Sign up for free to receive it directly in your inbox. Here’s what CNBC TV’s producers were watching and what’s on the radar for the next session. The Nasdaq Composite The tech-heavy Nasdaq … Read more

Exxaro Tiles targets European and US markets for growth

In keeping with Exxaro Tiles Ltd’s upward growth trajectory, there have been noteworthy developments pertaining to its performance. Capitalising on premium products continues to be one of its key strategic priorities. In line with this, its most recent milestone has been the new order worth Rs 35-40 crore, which the company bagged from big size … Read more

Sebi orders attachment of bank, demat accounts of DHFL’s ex-promoters in disclosure violation case

Markets regulator Sebi has ordered the attachment of bank accounts as well as shares and mutual fund holdings of Dheeraj Wadhawan and Kapil Wadhawan, the former promoters of Dewan Housing Finance Corp Ltd (DHFL), to recover dues totalling over Rs 22 lakh. This came after the brothers failed to pay the fine imposed on them … Read more

How to protect financial assets amid immigration raids, deportations

A spate of federal immigration enforcement raids from Los Angeles to New York has sparked demonstrations and rallies around the country, leading to mass arrests and National Guard deployment. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement crackdown has heightened concerns of foreign-born residents, especially undocumented immigrants and their families, about how they should prepare for worst-case … Read more