Steady saving by many Americans and a third consecutive year of big gains for U.S. stocks have swollen account balances. As 2025 comes to a close, many individual investors are finding holiday cheer ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. The “K-shaped economy” describes how wealthy Americans enjoy rising incomes and wealth while lower-income ...

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The subclade K flu strain is a variant of the H3N2 virus. A new influenza strain this flu season is raising concerns as Americans hit the roads and take to the skies ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, ...

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released its updated retirement savings limits for 2026, announcing higher contribution caps for a range of tax-advantaged accounts. In a news release issued ...

The IRS is boosting retirement plan contribution limits in 2026, allowing Americans to put more money in their tax-preferred 401(k) and individual retirement accounts. The tax agency, which announced ...

The 401(k) catch-up contribution limit will increase to $8,000 in 2026, up from $7,500 for 2025 for many who are 50 and older. Some participants who are 50 and older can contribute up to $32,500 each ...

Readers respond to an Opinion guest essay by Gov. Ron DeSantis and former Representative David Trone. To the Editor: Re “We Need Term Limits for Congress,” by Ron DeSantis and David Trone (Opinion ...

A popular tax break for workers nearing retirement age to make extra catch-up contributions is changing next year, which will limit access to some high earners. The IRS issued new regulations last ...

A new rule is going into effect next year that will affect high earners who make “catch-up contributions” in their 401(k)s or other tax-deferred workplace retirement plans. The rule, which was created ...

A group of key Republican lawmakers in the House of Representatives signaled support for the Trump administration's move to allow alternative assets, including cryptocurrencies, in 401(k) plans. House ...