Personal Finance

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.

Resistant to Dynamic Pricing? You’re Likely Already Paying

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.

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.

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.

Beef Prices Tick Down Again in September

Still, beef and veal prices are up 3.5% over the last 12 months.

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.

DOJ Files Antitrust Suit Against Live Nation/Ticketmaster

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

Why the Disconnect Between Economic Strength and Sentiment Matters

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.

Conference Board: Consumer Confidence Rises in October

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

Supreme Court Decision Upends U.S. Regulatory System

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

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.

2024 Financial Angst Report

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

Lottery Pool? Take These Precautions Before Diving In

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

How Is the Economy Doing Right Now?

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

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.

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.

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.

Why Don’t Some Millennials Want Kids? They Say It’s Too Expensive

A new NerdWallet survey finds that just 25% of millennials who don’t have kids plan to have them. A major reason why? The high cost of raising children.