Sometimes, it seems that the markets don’t know what to do. We’re seeing gains one day, losses the next, and then more gains. The Q4 earnings have been solid, which is always good to see, and while GDP has slowed, it remains positive. We’re still waiting to see how the ripples will spread from the Supreme Court’s decision on President Trump’s tariff policies. In all, it’s a macro picture that gives support to both the bulls and the bears – and at times like this, what investors really need is a clear si ...

Core Viewpoint - Major combat operations have commenced in Iran, following a coordinated attack by the U.S. and Israel, which has led to retaliatory missile strikes on U.S. bases and Israel [1] Group 1 - President Donald Trump announced the initiation of "major combat operations" in Iran through a video statement [1] - The coordinated attack involved both U.S. and Israeli forces targeting Iranian positions [1] - Iran responded with missile strikes aimed at U.S. bases and Israel, indicating a significant escalation in military tensions [1]

While Grim Reaper guides you to the afterlife, Uncle Sam will be escorting your heirs to the IRS. Death can be a tax-triggering event, with two in particular you should be aware of: the estate tax and inheritance tax. Many people think they’re the same, but they aren’t. The estate tax is levied on the things the deceased owns or has certain interests in when they die and is paid by the estate. The inheritance tax is paid by heirs. The federal government has an estate tax only, and the threshold is high ...

Who wouldn't want to consider themselves a "pro" at investing? So when you see an exchange-traded fund called UltraPro S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT: UPRO), you might think you've found the perfect tool to build wealth. Over the past year, it has beaten a boring old S&P 500 index fund like Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (NYSEMKT: VOO) by over 10 percentage points. Think twice before you buy UltraPro S&P 500 ETF; the leverage it employs may be more than you can handle. What does UltraPro S&P 500 ETF do? UltraPro S&P 500 ET ...

Mortgage rates remain close to 2022 lows. According to the Zillow lender marketplace, the current 30-year fixed rate is 5.81%, just seven basis points up from last Thursday's multi-year low. The 15-year fixed rate is down five basis points to 5.32%, which is its new low in more than three years. Today's mortgage rates Here are the current mortgage rates, according to the latest Zillow data: 30-year fixed: 5.81% 20-year fixed: 5.76% 15-year fixed: 5.32% 5/1 ARM: 5.82% 7/1 ARM: 5.88% 30-year VA: 5. ...

Less than a year ago, he likened Bitcoin to steel, while comparing Ethereum and Solana to balsa wood and clay bricks. His core argument was that leveraging tokens other than Bitcoin could lead to a "catastrophe."Needless to say, his prophecy proved remarkably wrong, as many more ETFs followed Bitcoin’s into the market.“None of them will ever be wrapped by a spot ETF. None of them will be accepted by Wall Street. None of them will be accepted by mainstream institutional investors as crypto assets,” Saylor ma ...

HELOC and home equity loan rates are the lowest in years, and that means your borrowing power is even greater. Whether you're looking to tackle some home improvements or reduce high-interest debt, a second mortgage is even more appealing at such low borrowing costs. HELOC and home equity loan rates: Saturday, February 28, 2026 The average HELOC adjustable rate is 7.23%, according to real estate data firm Curinos. The national average fixed rate on a home equity loan is 7.44%. Rates are based on applicant ...

Find out how much you could earn by locking in a high CD rate today. The Federal Reserve cut its federal funds rate three times in 2025, so now could be your last chance to lock in a competitive CD rate before rates fall further. CD rates vary widely across financial institutions, so it’s important to ensure you’re getting the best rate possible when shopping around for a CD. The following is a breakdown of CD rates today and where to find the best offers. Overview of CD rates today Generally, the best ...

Find out how much you could earn with today’s money market account rates. Deposit interest rates (including money market account rates) have been falling over the past two years. That's why it’s more important than ever to compare MMA rates and ensure you earn as much as possible on your balance. Overview of money market account rates today The national average money market account rate stands at 0.56%, according to the FDIC. This might not seem like much, but consider that four years ago, it was just 0 ...

Find out how much you could earn with today’s savings rates. Interest rates on savings accounts have been falling, so it’s important to be sure you’re getting the best rate possible when shopping around for a savings account. The following is a breakdown of savings interest rates today and where to find the best offers. Overview of savings interest rates today The national average savings account rate stands at 0.39%, according to the FDIC. This might not seem like much, but consider that three years ag ...