Here’s how to get lower interest rates without a Fed rate cut

The Federal Reserve left rates unchanged last week and signaled that only one cut is expected before the end of the year. That means anyone who carries a balance on their credit card won’t be getting much of a break from sky-high interest charges. “Consumers need to understand that the cavalry isn’t coming anytime soon, […]

How to decide on your retirement corpus

I work in the IT industry and have plans to retire in the next 10 years. I have already planned for my daughter’s education expenses and kept ₹50 lakh aside for this. At present, this amount looks good based on her education plans. I have invested in two properties that are valued at ₹1.2 crore […]

How companies decide on salaries and how to negotiate for more money

ShareShare Article via FacebookShare Article via TwitterShare Article via LinkedInShare Article via Email Only 34% of Americans are satisfied with how much they are paid at work, according to a March 2023 Pew Research Center survey. Career experts urge people to do market research before making a decision about whether to negotiate for more money […]

We’re in a ‘vibecession,’ experts say. Here’s how to invest

The U.S. economy has remained remarkably strong. Boosted by a strong labor market, the country has continued to expand since the Covid-19 pandemic, sidestepping earlier recessionary forecasts even after a series of Federal Reserve interest rate increases. And yet, consumer sentiment recently sank to a six-month low. That disconnect is what Joyce Chang, JPMorgan’s chair of global research, calls a “vibecession.” […]

CPI inflation is still high. How to measure what that means for you

A customer shops at a supermarket in Tokyo on Feb. 27, 2024. Kazuhiro Nogi | Afp | Getty Images New government inflation data released Wednesday came in hotter than expected. That may not be a surprise to consumers who are still feeling the weight of higher prices. Inflation — as measured by the consumer price […]

How To Market To Inflation-Weary Consumers

This is the published version of Forbes’ CMO newsletter, which offers the latest news for chief marketing officers and other messaging-focused leaders. Click here to get it delivered to your inbox every Wednesday. Inflation has been an obstacle everyone has dealt with for the past few years. It’s added challenges to doing business and has […]

New Year 2024: How to level up financial knowledge with the rule of 72?

As the new year unfolds, our aspirations centre around witnessing the growth of our finances. There’s an unparalleled satisfaction in realizing your financial objectives, particularly after dedicated periods of investment. The ongoing fluctuations in the market have spurred numerous individuals to delve into the intricacies of personal finance. Simple calculations, such as formula 72, have […]

How to prepare for shifting interest rates: 3 financial strategies

Shoppers walk with items during Black Friday deals at a Target store in Westbury, New York, U.S., November 24, 2023.  Shannon Stapleton | Reuters After more than a year of dealing with rapid inflation, consumers have become numb to higher prices. But as inflation cools, experts say there are strategies that can help you weather current conditions […]