The U.S. economy is cyclical in nature, surging ahead and pulling back in waves over time. Investors’ portfolios need to change with the rise and the fall of that economic tide.

Some tasks are not good for DIYers, and stress-testing your portfolio is probably one of them. Because individuals don’t have access to the same tools that pros do, they are […]

A lower-than-expected reading on consumer sentiment had the major indexes erasing weekly gains.

They might be out of the spotlight, but smaller family foundations are stepping up their giving in this time of need.

An up-and-down session Thursday finished with muted results despite a volley of encouraging economic signals.

The cost-of-living adjustment for Social Security benefits for next year is expected to be the largest since 1982.

These commodity funds offer investors exposure to the diverse asset class, which is particularly helpful in fighting inflation.

The NYSE is launching natural asset companies (NACs) - a new asset class that will assign value to natural services such as clean water.

The big decision every retiree has to make is when to start taking their Social Security benefits. Here are five things to think about as you weigh your options.

With the SECURE Act 2.0, Congress is contemplating raising the age for required minimum distributions. However, don't assume you would benefit from this change if the legislation […]

When you’re young and broke, there’s not a lot of need for a financial adviser. But there comes a time when all that changes. Here are four tipping points where your […]

Upbeat economic data helped provide a tailwind for most stocks, but energy really shone as tight inventories sent oil prices soaring.

The merging of healthcare and technology is changing how we care for our bodies. It's also creating investment opportunities, such as these five medical technology stocks.

The IRS has already sent three batches of monthly child tax credit payments. Here's when you can expect the rest of your payments.

The most exciting initial public offerings (IPOs) expected during the remainder of 2021 range from an Amazon-backed EV play to a food delivery app to a pair of beloved grill […]

Regularly updated insights on the economy’s next moves.

This year especially, cost-of-living adjustments are late to the party, as consumers are feeling the effect of price spikes now.

Kiplinger's latest forecast on the direction of energy prices

Check out our earnings calendar for the upcoming week, as well as our previews of the more noteworthy reports.

Kiplinger’s latest forecast on inflation