Shares of the China-based technology conglomerate Alibaba Group (BABA 4.49%) were gaining ground on Monday after the Chinese government said yesterday that it would implement a plan to boost consumer spending in the country.A significant part of Alibaba's business is focused on e-commerce, so the Chinese government's move could help boost the company's growth. Investors were optimistic about the opportunity and pushed Alibaba's stock up 4.8% as of 11:56 a.m. ET today A new plan for economic growthChina's go ...

A certificate of deposit (CD) allows you to set aside your cash in an ultra-low-risk account while earning a guaranteed return for several months or years. Until recently, savers enjoyed the highest CD interest rates in nearly two decades. However, after the Federal Reserve began a series of cuts to the federal funds rate in 2024 and 2025, those sky-high rates have been on the decline. If you’re looking to grow your savings in 2026, you may be wondering if CD rates will hold steady, continue dropping, or ...