I left the U.S. for Trinidad and Tobago: My family of 4 spends about $3,000 a month—and we've never been happier
Chantel Henry lives with her husband and two kids in Trinidad. She says living there has made her American Dream more affordable.
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Korean beauty products are becoming mainstream in the U.S. Why there may be even more growth ahead
Morgan Stanley forecasts that K-beauty sales in the U.S. can reach approximately $4 billion in 2026.
Lending News Today — July 18, 2026
Look on the bright side: Energy companies are booming and more — today's lending signal.
Look on the bright side: Energy companies are booming
You can’t beat them. Maybe you should join them.
Iraq and Syria sign agreement to restore oil pipeline that would provide alternative to Strait of Hormuz
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is visiting the U.S. this week. He met with President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday.
Here’s the net worth you need to start getting ahead in your 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond in the U.S.
About three-fourths of Americans lack the wealth needed to prosper in today’s economy, according to a new benchmark developed by the Aspen Institute.
My dad wants to buy me a big, suburban home — but I don’t want to live there. Am I ungrateful for turning down his offer?
“I would rather have something small, on a huge piece of land in a more rural area.”
Netflix stock falls nearly 10% as earnings forecast disappoints, company says it will give fewer engagement updates
The streaming giant said it would cut back on the frequency of its "What We Watched" reports, which provide a picture of engagement.
ConocoPhillips to buy 42% stake in Iraqi unit from BP as U.S. seeks to weaken Iran's energy hold
BP and ConocoPhillips are set to announce billions of dollars of new investments in Iraq on Friday.
Lending News Today — July 17, 2026
Iran says civilian infrastructure hit by latest U.S. strikes, expands attacks to Syria, Bahrain and more — today's lending signal.
Retail investors had been outperforming the market since May. Not any more.
Retail investors had a pretty strong two-month stretch when they were outperforming the broader market by as much as 10 percentage points.
Iran says civilian infrastructure hit by latest U.S. strikes, expands attacks to Syria, Bahrain
The escalating standoff comes as the fragile truce signed by the U.S. and Iran last month showed further signs of unravelling
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27-year-old locksmith spent $7,000 on tools, works around the clock in NYC: 'I'd never held a screwdriver in my life' before starting
Yona Sahar, founder of Locksmith Girl of NYC, spent two years learning the trade. Now, she runs her own business while working around the clock.
Taylor Farms recalls iceberg lettuce in 27 states due to cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms is recalling iceberg lettuce in 27 states because of the potential that the greens could be contaminated with cyclosporiasis.
‘Respect is important’: If my financial adviser said, ‘Hey,’ my wife and I would walk out. Where do you draw the line?
“I met with a financial representative who was not aware that AT&T was the shortened form of American Telephone and Telegraph.”
Korean beauty products are becoming mainstream in the U.S. Why there may be even more growth ahead
Morgan Stanley forecasts that K-beauty sales in the U.S. can reach approximately $4 billion in 2026.
‘They are relentless’: A scammer is trying to change the email on my empty Robinhood account. What do they have to gain?
“I’ve just been ignoring their attempts.”
Netflix is spending big money on sports. Is the company making the right bets?
The streaming service says live programming helps draw in new subscribers, but investors have become disillusioned with Netflix’s broader engagement trends.
Iran supreme leader vows 'unforgettable lessons in store' for U.S. after calling off interim peace agreement
U.S. Central Command says it continues to enforce a naval blockade against Iran, while Kuwait and Bahrain say they have intercepted more Iranian projectiles.
Your Netflix bill is up 29% in just over a year. It’s time for Washington to step in.
Netflix is still a Wall Street favorite — and a target for government regulators
These are the obstacles still keeping women from retirement security
Yes, women still need a “retirement security day.” Here’s why.
The World Cup–winning side will make $50 million — and the IRS gets a cut
“It doesn’t make a difference who wins the game. The IRS will get a piece.”
I’m 67, own two homes outright worth $2.8 million, but I have $19,000 in credit-card debt. Should I get a HELOC?
“My son was recently diagnosed with lymphoma, which may be related to burn-pit exposure during his military service in Afghanistan.”
'WarshGPT': How Wall Street is adapting to the Fed's new era of communication
Investment firms are readying for an era with less public commentary from the U.S. central bank. Some are relying on AI for an edge.
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