America’s middle class has not been hollowed out. Far from it.
Misguided populist policies are threatening the American dream.
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My sister, 65, has $80,000 in bonds and savings, and $2,600 a month in Social Security. Can she retire?
“She is single and makes $55,000 a year.”
Benzinga's 'Stock Whisper' Index: 5 Stocks Investors Secretly Monitor But Don't Talk About Yet
The Benzinga Stock Whisper Index highlights five stocks seeing strong interest during the week and a look at the potential catalysts. read more
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Our Favorite Couple Is Back! Nia Long and Larenz Tate Reunite For A New Romance Film
Are you locking in to watch?
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This secret ingredient of the economy says things are OK — and no recession is brewing
When the economy shows sign of stress, one of the first things Americans strike from their budgets are frequent takeout dinners and restaurant reservations. It’s one of the best early warning signs of recession.
U.S. passport power plunges — and ‘worried’ Americans are searching for second passports and golden visas
Many Americans aren’t necessarily looking to move overseas. They’re looking for a Plan B.
Why EVs are still so expensive that they’re driving up the cost of all new cars
Drivers still largely pay a premium for electric vehicles, in part because they’re still costly for most companies to make.
Small caps are having a good year — but here’s why the S&P 500 will win in the end
After years of being the market’s forgotten children, small-cap stocks are back in the spotlight in 2025. But are they catching up to their older, richer S&P 500 siblings? Not a chance.
XCEL Summit for Men 2025: Key Takeaways + Gallery
The 2025 XCEL Summit for Men, hosted by BLACK ENTERPRISE delivered a movement. Over the course of three transformative days, men from across the nation came together not only to network...
5 bubble-resistant tech stocks to guard your portfolio from an AI crash
At a time where some companies are seeing declining free cash flow due to AI spending, these five tech stocks are doing the opposite.
5 Signs It’s Time To Replace Your Mattress
Complacency is the enemy of progress. Okay, that may be a little dramatic in terms of considering when to replace your mattress, but it’s the right idea. It’s so easy...
Will I have to pay taxes on my $4,700 military pension and Social Security benefit?
“Can I elect to have the taxes withheld through the Social Security Administration?”
Benzinga Bulls And Bears: Stellantis, Papa John's, Oklo — And Trade Tensions Shake Chip Stocks
Benzinga examined the prospects for many investors' favorite stocks over the last week — here's a look at some of our top stories. read more
Gold prices are so high, even central banks are feeling FOMO
Gold prices at record highs sounds like a broken record, but central banks have continued to buy more than they’re selling, even with prices for the precious metal at their highest levels ever.
Doctors Without Borders Permanently Closes in Haiti Amid Violence
Doctors Without Borders is an international medical humanitarian organization that provides emergency medical aid in crisis zones around the world.