U.S. Trade Deficit Jumps in August
A trade deficit means that imports are greater than exports from one country to another.
Value of the U.S. Dollar, Explained
The U.S. dollar is assessed by its purchasing power and exchange rate relative to other currencies.
Why ‘Intuitive Budgeting’ Might Be Your New Favorite Budgeting Tool
Following your intuition may be more sustainable than a regimented budgeting approach.
Wedding Guest Travel: Minimizing Costs to Make it Work
According to a new NerdWallet survey, 9% of Americans are attending a wedding out of town this summer. Here’s how they can save on the costs.
What Does the Department of Energy Do?
The Department of Energy is a federal agency tasked with carrying out U.S. energy policy.
Federal Job Cuts By Numbers: Will Layoffs Affect the Economy?
DOGE has fired tens of thousands of federal workers since the beginning of Trump’s term.
Job Tenure is Down: What to Do Before You Quit
Job tenure is decreasing, according to this analysis. Workers leaving their jobs should keep these financial considerations in mind.
What Is a Trade War and How Could It Raise Prices?
A trade war is an economic conflict in which countries engage in a cycle of retaliatory tariffs that drive up prices.
U.S.-Canada Trade Negotiations Fall Apart
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called new tariffs an “attack.”
Discussed on Reddit: How to Survive a Period of Unemployment
Going without income as a result of unemployment creates financial stress, but there are ways to make it a little bit easier.
What’s At Stake If the CFPB Goes Dark
The current administration has made to secret of the fact that it would like to kill the watchdog agency.
When to Splurge and When to Save
Splurging can be a smart move, but it often requires proactive planning.
House GOP Passes ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’
President Trump’s budget bill, which will add trillions to the national debt, cleared its last hurdle in Congress.
Department of Labor: News and Status
The DOL, whose main role is to protect workers’ rights and safety, is the latest federal agency to face scrutiny.
Survey: One in 10 Americans Would Never Date Someone with Credit Card Debt
A new NerdWallet survey finds that when it comes to money and relationships, some Americans wouldn’t date someone with credit card debt, and others have limits on how much debt is too much.
2025 Sports Betting and Gambling Survey
One in 5 Americans (20%) placed a sports bet in the past 12 months, according to a new NerdWallet survey. Some plan to up the ante in 2025.
4 Tips for Launching a Side Hustle at Any Age
Launching a successful side hustle requires embracing your passion and life experience.
Trump’s Tariffs Begin: Here’s What Could Get More Expensive
From staples to luxuries and major purchases, new tariffs could have wide-ranging effects on consumer prices.
What Is the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau?
The CFPB, created in the wake of the 2008 banking crisis, has been under steady attack in 2025.
Where to Turn When a Natural Disaster Upends Your Finances
Act quickly to get free aid first, then turn to financial tasks like contacting insurers and creditors.
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