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U.S. trade deficit widens 4.8% in February to record $71.1 billion
U.S. trade deficit widens 4.8% in February to record $71.1 billion
Jamie Dimon: Inequality is at root of declining trust in U.S. institutions
Jamie Dimon: Inequality is at root of declining trust in U.S. institutions
Cryptocurrency platform Coinbase says first-quarter revenue topped $1 billion
Cryptocurrency platform Coinbase says first-quarter revenue topped $1 billion
Dow finishes down nearly 100 points one day after notching record
Dow finishes down nearly 100 points one day after notching record
Elon Musk’s brother Kimbal reaps more than $7 million from Tesla stock trades
Elon Musk's brother Kimbal reaps more than $7 million from Tesla stock trades
The White House has said no to requiring federal vaccine passports
The White House has said no to requiring federal vaccine passports
Starbucks is starting a reusable-cup trial where you can earn loyalty points
Starbucks is starting a reusable-cup trial where you can earn loyalty points
Oxford halts trial of AstraZeneca vaccine in children and teenagers over clots
Oxford halts trial of AstraZeneca vaccine in children and teenagers over clots
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Pfizer signs agreement with China on improving health coverage in the country
U.S. pharma giant Pfizer has signed an agreement with China to cooperate on improving the country's health coverage, according to the company.Read More...
China’s debt-heavy local governments look for new ways to raise cash
Debt-heavy local governments in China need new ways to raise money under a central regime keen on reducing financial risks.Read More...
Deposit drain from smaller banks into financial giants like JPMorgan Chase has slowed, sources say
Uncertainty caused by the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank this month triggered outflows and plunging share prices at peers including First Republic and PacWest.Read More...
Bank turmoil is boosting appetite for specific sector ETFs. Here’s why
It appears a certain group of ETFs is gaining popularity as a way to cushion financial system upheaval.Read More...
Investing isn’t free. But here’s why 20% of investors think it is
Investors pay fees each year for mutual funds, financial advice and other services. Many aren't aware of these costs, which add up over the long term.Read More...
Nearly $100 billion in deposits pulled from banks; officials call system ‘sound and resilient’
Regulators again assured the public that the system is safe, which came as data showed customers pulled nearly $100 billion in deposits.Read More...
Key lawmakers say upcoming hearings on bank failures aim to boost U.S. confidence in banking sector
Lawmakers responsible for federal oversight say upcoming hearings on the failures of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank will bolster confidence in banks.Read More...
Here are a financial advisor’s 4 most important money tips for parents with young kids
There are a few ways expectant parents and those who already have young children can set their family up for financial success.Read More...
Personal Finance
The Moneyist: I’m 30. My wife is 34. We saved $350K and I have $350K saved for retirement. Should we pay cash for a home — or take out a mortgage and invest it?
‘We have been cheaply renting for the last three years, and living as if I were still a very poor graduate student. During this time, we paid off all of our debts.’
In a world of #fakenews, more Americans are getting their COVID-related news from the same place
Social media doesn’t help people differentiate what is real from what is fake, but this class of publications might.
The Moneyist: My cautionary tale — $11,000 is now in limbo after an $11 mistake on my 2020 tax return
‘Because of my mistake, I’m still waiting for our $5,400 refund, and our $5,600 stimulus payment.’
The Moneyist: My second husband, 86, and I have 12 kids between us. He wants me to leave him everything — and will pass on the inheritance to my 5 children
‘He wants to leave the house to his children, but says if I outlive him I can live in it or rent somewhere if I wish to move.’
The Moneyist: I’m a farmer in my late 30s, live a frugal lifestyle, and my son has a disability. Should I pay extra on my mortgage — or save for retirement?
‘I have experienced one devastating year where my crop was destroyed and I only had $20,000 in crop insurance to live on that year.’
The Moneyist: My second husband doesn’t get along with my son. I brought most of the wealth into our marriage. How do I split my estate?
‘My husband is more interested in dipping deep into our savings, and living it up in retirement while we are young enough to enjoy it.’
Mutual Funds Weekly: These money and investing tips can put a spring in your investing steps
Money and investing stories popular with MarketWatch readers over the past week.
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