When most people think of major stock market indexes, their minds go to the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, or Dow Jones because they’re the “Big 3.” One index that often flies under the radar is the Russell 2000, which tracks the smallest 2,000 companies in the Russell 3000 index. The…
General Motors on Tuesday announced it’s releasing a software update that allows some electric vehicle (EV) owners to send power back to the electric grid. The update allows owners of GM’s vehicle-to-home energy system, which allows the EV to power the home during a blackout, the expanded capability of sending…
Investors have a growing list of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and mutual funds that they can choose from as they consider ways to structure their investment portfolios, though there are important differences between the two types of funds. ETFs have grown rapidly as an investment category in recent years since they…
For working Americans with access to a 401(k), there’s perhaps no easier way to save for retirement. You tell your employer how much money you want to contribute per year or per pay period, and that money gets deducted from your paychecks accordingly. Plus, if you’re lucky, you may not…
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U.S. employers ramped up layoffs in May as the artificial intelligence (AI) rollout was the leading factor cited by companies cutting their workforces, new data shows. Companies announced 97,006 job cuts in May – an increase of 16% from the 83,387 cuts in April and…
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Ford recently announced a recall affecting nearly 420,000 Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator sport utility vehicles (SUVs) over an issue with seat belts locking and potentially causing injury to occupants during a crash. The auto recall covers 342,283 Ford Expedition vehicles from model years 2018 to 2022, as well as…
Companies in the private sector added 122,000 jobs in May, payroll processing firm ADP said in its latest report on Wednesday. The figure is above economists’ estimates of a gain of 117,000 jobs. The prior month’s payrolls number was revised lower to a gain of 105,000 from an initially reported…
Nissan is recalling more than 51,000 Kicks SUVs because a software defect can cause the dashboard display to go partially or completely blank, potentially preventing drivers from seeing critical vehicle information. The recall affects 51,598 model year 2025-2026 Nissan Kicks vehicles manufactured between June 24, 2024, and Jan. 9, 2026,…
Corporate leadership across America has seemingly lost faith in the current trajectory of the U.S. economy, swinging sharply from optimism to pessimism in just three months. The Conference Board Measure of CEO Confidence, in collaboration with The Business Council, conducted its quarterly survey of 141 CEOs and found that the…
Nvidia on Monday unveiled a new chip that will bring artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities onto laptops and desktop computers. The new AI chip, known as RTX Spark, was built as part of a collaboration between Nvidia and Microsoft to make personal computers that are built to power AI tools.”The PC…
McDonald’s announced on Monday that it’s rolling out a new corporate strategy that aims to make its stores easier to run for franchisees. The announcement, called “McDonald’s > NEXT,” focuses on increasing automation, raising standards for hospitality, leaning on social media for marketing and making its food items taste better.It…
California’s self-inflicted economic wounds have reached a fever pitch in 2026. Strapped with record-high gas prices, a staggering $31 billion transit deficit and a radical billionaire wealth tax heading to the ballot this November, the Golden State is witnessing an unprecedented mass migration.It is no longer just a working-class flight;…
A United Airlines flight bound for Spain returned to Newark Liberty International Airport on Saturday night after a potential security concern prompted the aircraft to turn around over the Atlantic Ocean. United Flight 236 departed Newark en route to Palma de Mallorca, Spain, but reversed course about 90 minutes into…
Costco’s gas stations saw a surge in demand in the most recent quarter as consumers sought out its low-priced gasoline, which helped the company top the market expectations for its third-quarter sales. Costco CEO Ron Vachris noted the “backdrop of ongoing macro uncertainty” has consumers searching out affordable options given…
American households saving money for their children’s educations can leverage tax-advantaged 529 accounts to make their dollars go further. 529 education savings accounts are typically opened by parents, guardians or grandparents for minor children and allow those savings to grow on a tax-deferred basis, and funds can be withdrawn tax-free…
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