Taxpayer advocate warns of July 2026 deadline for COVID-era IRS refunds

The IRS’ taxpayer advocate issued a notice that tens of millions of American taxpayers may be entitled to refunds or reduced penalties and interest due to the postponement of filing deadlines during the COVID-19 emergency declaration. The National Taxpayer Advocate said in a post on Thursday that refunds or abatements…

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March PCE: Inflation remained elevated amid Iran war

The Federal Reserve will announce its latest interest rate on Wednesday when Fed Chair Jerome Powell will host what may be his final press conference as the leader of the central bank, with his term as chairman due to expire next month. The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), the Fed…

UAE says it will leave OPEC effective May 1

The United Arab Emirates said on Tuesday that it will leave OPEC and OPEC+, effective May 1. The stunning loss of the UAE, a longstanding OPEC member, could create disarray and weaken the group, which has usually sought to show a united front despite internal disagreements over a range of…

Chevron CEO warns aviation strain could worsen as jet fuel crunch deepens

Chevron CEO Mike Wirth warned that strain on the aviation industry could intensify in the coming weeks as jet fuel supplies tighten, driven by disruptions tied to the Iran war. Appearing Sunday on CBS News’ “Face the Nation,” Wirth said jet fuel in key regions was already at seasonally low…

Five money mistakes Americans make in their 30s and 40s: expert

Americans are facing mounting financial pressure, but even small changes to everyday habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert says. Nearly three-quarters of Americans failed to meet their savings and spending goals last year, according to a Vanguard consumer survey — highlighting nationwide financial pressure.Many households…

Here's what happens when you dispute a credit card charge

You have 60 days from your credit card statement date to dispute a charge. After that, the protection disappears.If you’ve ever spotted a charge you didn’t recognize and done nothing about it, here’s what you missed, and what to do next time.Not every complaint about a charge is the same…

ETFs or mutual funds? How to choose in today’s market

As more Americans take a hands-on approach to their finances, many are weighing whether to invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or mutual funds. Both offer a simple way to build a diversified portfolio of stocks or bonds, and at their core, the two investment vehicles are very similar. But key…

Bessent disputes Iran B sanctions claim as DNC talking point

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent pushed back Wednesday after Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., suggested temporary sanctions relief for Iran has granted the country $14 billion during the war. During a fiery exchange at Wednesday’s Senate Appropriations Committee subcommittee hearing on the 2027 fiscal budget, Coons levied the charge at Bessent, noting…

Actively managed ETFs surpass  trillion in US assets under management

Investors are flocking to actively managed exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and recently pushed the amount of assets in the investment class above a notable milestone. Actively managed ETFs surpassed $1 trillion in assets under management in the U.S., as investors look to find investment options that may outperform passive ETFs that…