How to squeeze a more yield from idle cash in return for a bit of risk
Rates on money market funds have been steadily marching lower, but investors hoping to make a little more money on their cash can do so – if they’re willing to take a little more risk. Even as the Federal Reserve has lowered its key interest rate to a range of 3.5% to 3.75% and yields […]
How to maximize your income now that Federal Reserve has cut rates
Now that the Federal Reserve has started cutting rates again, investors may be on the hunt for new sources of income. The central bank lowered the federal funds borrowing rate by 25 basis points — or 0.25 percentage point — on Wednesday. As that rate decreases, yields on short-term assets like money market funds and […]
How to invest in gold — and is it worth it?
Gold has been coveted for thousands of years, with its beauty, versatility and reputation as a safe haven making it hard to resist. From bars of bullion to mining stocks and ETFs, there’s myriad ways to get involved. But has gold historically been a good investment? CNBC Pro takes a look at the pros and cons […]
How to save on Thanksgiving costs despite inflation
Tetra Images | Tetra Images | Getty Images Families preparing for Thanksgiving will find that turkeys are cheaper this year. The U.S. bird population recovered from last year’s avian flu, boosting supply and helping push down prices. This year, a 16-pound frozen whole turkey costs $27.35 on average, a 5.6% decrease from 2022, according to […]