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These American brands are still going strong after 100+ years

A brand is a recognized household name; something you grab at the store or someone you trust with your money or health. Some are widely known, and others serve a more niche market. These 20 brands are some of the oldest in America.

My 70-year-old boyfriend has no savings

‘I own the house and I’m ready to just give it to him and walk away with my small retirement fund.’

Demand for these products is destroying countries

Want to know the true cost of the world's most in-demand products? From avocados to beef, here are the items we’re buying in droves that could be having monumental impacts further down the supply chain.

Why this tax season will be tougher than usual

Know where you might run into issues so you can avoid problems.

5 tax tricks that could save you thousands

Last year, taxpayers received an average refund of $2,869. This year could bring an even bigger windfall for those who follow these tips, such as boosting retirement contributions.

China is destroying cash to contain the coronavirus

As the novel coronavirus outbreak continues to batter China, the country's central bank has implemented a new strategy to contain the virus -- deep cleaning and destroying potentially infected cash.

Dealerships advise car buyers to stop paying their loans

The vehicle trade-in is often a crucial step in car buying. But some dealerships are telling buyers to give their old cars back to their lenders—and selling them new ones—in a practice known as “kicking the trade.”

America's largest milk producer to sell for $425 million

Dairy Farmers of America announced Monday that it has agreed to buy Dean Foods, America's largest milk producer, for $425 million.

Tesla ordered to stop work on $4 billion factory

In November 2019 Tesla announced plans for a new Gigafactory near Berlin, but has been met with fierce opposition from local environmentalists.

Why investors make decisions based on emotion

Emotions and money sometimes go hand in hand. When making retirement decisions, Nicholas Yrizarry, President and CEO of Align Wealth Advisors, says it's best to put emotions aside and joins The Final Round to discuss why.

5 budget-friendly spring break vacations

Students on a budget can still have a blast at these spring break destinations with affordable options for fun.

7 ugly truths about retirement

When it comes to your retirement, expect the unexpected. Especially when it comes to your finances. The most prepared person could be caught off guard with expenses in their golden years, expenses that many don't consider until it's too late.

Never mind the internet: Here's what's killing malls

It has been a tough decade for brick-and-mall retailers, and matters seem only to be getting worse. Despite a strong consumer economy, physical retailers closed more than 9,000 stores in 2019 — more than the total in 2018, which surpassed the record of 2017. Already this year, retailers have announced more than 1,200 more intended closings, including 125 Macy’s stores. Some people call what has happened to the shopping landscape “the retail...

Which are the least tax-friendly states in America?

Plus, some of the main tax questions you need to answer before you relocate in retirement

Global economic policy direction now hinges on China’s next move

The broad policy direction for many of the world’s central banks and governments now hinges on one question: how will the Chinese government respond to the economic shock caused by the coronavirus?

Why US pharmaceutical drug prices have been rising dramatically

The average American pays about $1,200 per year on prescription drugs, more than anyone else in the

Investing like Buffett might not be a good idea right now

Warren Buffett is arguably the most successful investor of all time. But even though the Oracle of Omaha is now worth nearly $90 billion, he -- like many other active stock pickers -- is having trouble beating the broader market lately.

My son says I've amounted to nothing: Should I cut him from my will?

‘He said that he doesn’t want to have anything to do with me, and has nothing to do with me or my side of the family.’

What it costs to retire comfortably in each state

One of the reasons that many Americans get up and go to work every day is to put some money away for retirement.

Jeff Bezos' record $4.1 billion stock sale ends years of restraint

Jeff Bezos’ stake in Amazon barely budged over the past decade. That has started to change.