How to cut down your wedding guest list to save money

Victor Dyomin | Moment | Getty Images Many wedding costs, such as meals, invitations and favors, are based on your headcount. The average cost of a wedding ceremony and reception in 2023 was $35,000, according to The Knot 2023 Real Weddings Study. The total cost is a $5,000 increase from 2022. “The No. 1 way to save money on […]

Jim Cramer explains how to trade Thursday’s tech sell-off

After buyers fled from Big Tech on Thursday, CNBC’s Jim Cramer advised investors to take advantage of the rotation but beware that it may not last long. “I say enjoy the rotation. It’s historically broadened things out, and tomorrow you’ll get another chance to make money with today’s winners,” he said. “But if interest rates […]

How to trade this week’s CPI report, according to JPMorgan

This week’s main market event comes on Thursday with the release of the June consumer price index report, which could shed light on when the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates. Economists polled by Dow Jones expect CPI to have risen 0.1% month over month in June and 3.1% year over year. Core CPI, which […]

How to handle a short-term rally

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said investors shouldn’t lose their heads when the market starts to rally. According to him, it’s crucial to stay focused, practice restraint and take some profits. “When the stock market’s had a big short-term run—short term—don’t get carried away by the optimism,” he said. “Instead, keep your head on straight, check your […]

Fund manager reveals how to invest after India’s election

It’s been a volatile time for Indian markets after Prime Minister Narendra Modi failed to secure an absolute majority for his party in the country’s general election. Despite the unexpected result, however, Causeway Capital Management’s Arjun Jayaraman remains confident about the prospects for India — his top pick among emerging markets — noting that “volatility […]

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, […]

Here’s how to avoid surprises with home maintenance costs

Senior couple repairing kitchen cabinet at home Momo Productions | Digitalvision | Getty Images Alex Marrero and his wife bought their first home this spring in Coral Springs, Florida — and the couple has already spent nearly $17,000 on home maintenance, repairs and installations.  While they knew they needed to do improvements from “the minute […]

How to invest in India, the world’s fastest-growing major economy

India has been dubbed the “perfect” emerging market to invest in, but it can be tricky for those outside the country to gain access. CNBC Pro assesses the case for buying into this booming economy, the risks to consider — and how global investors can get involved. India’s stock market has been making headlines this […]