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You Can’t Escape Climate Change, but in Some Areas, Risk Is Lower

There's no place on Earth that's entirely safe from climate change.

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Anna Helhoski

Resistant to Dynamic Pricing? You’re Likely Already Paying

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Joe Yerardi

How Is Trump Handling the Economy?

Trump is taking major steps to reshape the economy.

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Anna Helhoski

Could a ‘Body Double’ Help You Complete Money Tasks?

Body doubling is gaining popularity outside the ADHD community. Here are some guidelines to body double safely.

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Kimberly Palmer

Half of Local U.S. Labor Markets Won’t Meet Future Workforce Needs

Local labor markets face a future shortage of workers who have middle-skills credentials.

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Anna Helhoski

2024 Cost of Beauty Report

Spending on beauty products, services and procedures is sending some Americans into debt, a new NerdWallet survey finds. Social media may be part of the problem.

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Erin El Issa

Beef Prices Heat Up Again in June

After a respite in May, the cost of steak, roast and ground beef edged up again in June.

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Taryn Phaneuf

What Is the Farm Bill?

The Farm Bill must be passed or extended by Congress every five years in order to fund U.S. agricultural and food programs.

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Anna Helhoski

DOJ Files Antitrust Suit Against Live Nation/Ticketmaster

A ticketing debacle in 2022 before Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour sparked federal investigations.

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Anna Helhoski

Why the Disconnect Between Economic Strength and Sentiment Matters

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Elizabeth Renter

6 AAPI Financial Influencers to Follow in 2024

This Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, six AAPI financial influencers talked with NerdWallet about financial freedom, spending on experiences, and mental health within the community.

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University of Michigan: Consumer Sentiment Falls in July

Consumer sentiment, also known as consumer confidence, measures how U.S. consumers feel about the economy, wages, jobs and their personal finances.

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Anna Helhoski

Supreme Court Decision Upends U.S. Regulatory System

The Supreme Court overturned the so-called Chevron doctrine, which could have significant implications for regulations.

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Anna Helhoski

2024 Financially Assisting Aging Parents Report

A new NerdWallet survey finds that more than a third of Americans (36%) think their parents will need financial assistance as they age, but not everyone can afford to help.

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Erin El Issa

2024 Financial Angst Report

Most Americans feel financial stress and find at least one money topic intimidating, according to a new NerdWallet study.

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Erin El Issa

Lottery Pool? Take These Precautions Before Diving In

It’s the best kind of worst-case-scenario planning.

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Taryn Phaneuf

How Is the Economy Doing Right Now?

The U.S. added jobs in May while inflation remains elevated.

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Anna Helhoski

Wendy’s Isn’t the First: Dynamic Pricing Is Everywhere

Dynamic pricing uses real-time supply and demand data to fluctuate prices up or down.

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Anna Helhoski

Women’s History Month Report: Past Financial Barriers Slow Progress

A new NerdWallet survey finds that men are more likely to say their pay has increased over the last year compared with women.

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5 Financial Mistakes to Avoid When You Are Self-Employed

Self-employment can be rewarding, but it can also be expensive when you make certain financial mistakes.

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Elizabeth Ayoola