Your money: How the toy shortage could affect your holidays
Many popular toys might sell out long before the holidays, thanks to ongoing pandemic-related disruptions. This could be a disaster — or a great opportunity…
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Weekly commodity wrap-up
Ready for thin crust? Wheat prices were screaming higher all week, with spring wheat — used in pizza and bagels — jumping more than $10…
Your money: Fortify your finances against natural disaster
Emergency preparedness experts recommend that you have a “go bag” and a “stay bin” for disasters: Kits with supplies to help you survive a few…
Weekly commodity wrap-up
Inflation Steps on the Gas The highest inflation rate in over ten years was announced Wednesday by the U.S. Labor Department. Natural gas, unleaded gasoline,…
Liz Weston: How gratitude can help your financial life
Gratitude makes us more aware of the sources of joy, wonder and hope in our lives. Being grateful also can improve health, strengthen relationships and…
Weekly commodity wrap-up
Food Costs More Dough Supply chain issues, increasing consumer demand, surging energy and transportation costs, and labor shortages are causing higher consumer prices. Price tags…
Cryptocurrency tax issues
Cryptocurrency (crypto) has been steadily gaining traction worldwide for several years. It started with Bitcoin in 2009, as the world’s first decentralized currency built on…
Your money: Is a new job the right financial move?
Whether you call it “The Great Resignation,” “The Great Reshuffle” or just high time for a change, millions of American workers are looking for new…
Weekly commodity wrap-up
Wheat the winner in grain markets Wheat markets were boosted by Thursday’s USDA Grain Stocks report, which contained bullish figures regarding the stockpile of wheat,…
Your money: Don’t let Social Security steer you wrong
Few retirement decisions are as critical, or as easy to get wrong, as when and how to take your Social Security benefits. The rules can…