President Trump’s campaign for lower interest rates in the U.S. faces another setback this week at the meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). Wall Street analysts have …
Trump can’t stop shooting himself in the foot, as the stage looks set once again for Warsh to hold—if not hike—interest rates Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Hopes for a Social Security cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) above 4% in 2027 have eased after the latest inflation data pointed to slower price growth. Just weeks …
Goodbye, 4.7% COLA: Why the Latest Estimates for Social Security Recipients Just Changed Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Social Security’s long-term financial outlook continues to draw attention in Washington, with projections showing that lawmakers will eventually need to act to prevent automatic benefit reductions. …
Social Security’s Funding Gap Is Serious—But It May Not Be the Biggest Retirement Risk You Face Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new proposal in Congress could make it easier for older Americans to continue working while collecting Social Security retirement benefits. If approved, the legislation would …
New Bill Would Let Some Social Security Recipients Work Without Losing Benefits Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A bipartisan group of U.S. senators has introduced legislation designed to encourage long-term action on Social Security’s finances before automatic benefit reductions could take effect in …
New Congress Social Security Bill Aims to Stop a 22% Benefit Cut Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A recent national survey suggests Americans remain strongly committed to preserving Social Security, but opinions differ sharply across generations on how the program should be financed. …
Survey Finds Nearly 90% of Seniors Favor Higher Taxes to Protect Social Security Benefits Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — For many married couples, deciding when to claim Social Security isn’t simply about choosing an individual retirement date. The timing of each spouse’s claim can affect …
Social Security Spousal Benefits Can Add Up to $10,000 a Year. Many Married Couples Miss Out by Claiming at the Wrong Time Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — For millions of Americans who rely on Social Security, the next few months could shape how much their monthly benefits increase in 2027. Although the Social …
This Is an Important Month for Social Security’s 2027 COLA. Here’s What to Pay Attention To. Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — Searches for “July 2026 stimulus check” continue to surge online, but many Americans are finding conflicting information about who qualifies and when payments are being sent. …
When Do You Get Your Stimulus Check for July 2026? See Exact Payment Dates and Eligibility Rules Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Many Americans entering retirement believe they have a diversified investment portfolio. But financial professionals say a surprising number of retirees remain heavily invested in U.S.-based assets, leaving …
Social Security Retirees Are More Concentrated in U.S. Assets Than They Realize. Here’s What Experts Say to Do About It Read More