‘Warflation’ Will Hit More Than Just Gas Prices
Even with the ceasefire announced this week, effects of the Iran conflict will continue working through the economy.
Looser Banking Rules Could Mean Cheaper Loans For You. What Could Go Wrong?
Relaxed bank capital requirements could shift more financial risk onto taxpayers.
I Saved $122 a Month With a Subscription Audit
Here’s how I’m saving nearly $1,500 this year by cutting out unnecessary subscription costs.
If the USPS Runs Out of Money, Will You Still Get Mail?
A potential USPS cash crunch could lead to higher postage prices or fewer mail delivery days.
An Economic Wild Card: The Iran War and Your Finances
Rising oil costs from the Iran war are threatening to complicate the financial picture at home.
I Should Have Bought Punch’s Ikea Monkey When I Had the Chance
Punch’s viral fame fueled a sellout of his comfort orangutan.
Trump Enacts New 15% Tariff After Supreme Court Defeat
The president announced a 10% global duty in the wake of Friday’s decision, but upped the figure Saturday.
How Health Care Is Keeping the Job Market Afloat
January job growth was strong — and nearly all of it came from health care and social assistance.
Super Bowl Betting is Only Getting Easier — And Weirder
Sports betting apps and prediction markets make it easy to wager on everything and anything.
What Is Streamflation? (And Will Streaming Prices Keep Rising?)
Streaming prices are climbing as companies shift toward profits and shell out billions for sports rights.
Survey: 17% of Americans Say Credit Card Debt is a Dating Dealbreaker
Dating dealbreakers abound when it comes to finances, finds a new NerdWallet survey.
Big Expenses Ruining Your Budget? Try a Sinking Fund.
Making a major purchase is different from shopping for groceries. Budgeting for big purchases is different, too.
Will U.S. Intervention in Venezuela Change Prices at the Pump?
U.S. companies face high hurdles to pump Venezuelan oil into the market.
Americans Split on Using AI for Personal Finances
About half say AI will have a positive impact on their personal finances.
Is Fed Independence at Risk After DOJ Subpoenas?
The DOJ move has sparked bipartisan opposition, including a joint statement from former Fed chairs.
Give Yourself a 7-Day Financial Reset
Build habits that make your finances work better for you.
Survey: Men More Financially Confident in the New Year
Men are more likely to say they could financially withstand personal and economic financial setbacks than their women counterparts, a new NerdWallet survey finds.
Quiz: The One Big, Beautiful Bill Challenge: Do You Know The 2025 Tax Changes?
Take our quiz to find out if you're ready for the changes the megabill will usher in.
New Orleans Man Wins $100,000 in NerdWallet’s Debt-Free December Sweepstakes
Noland says his win came at the perfect time.
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California Man Wins $100,000 in NerdWallet’s Debt-Free December Sweepstakes
A surprise cash prize is helping one Californian pay off debt and jump-start a new chapter.