Goran Babic | E+ | Getty ImagesBuilding a $1 million nest egg may seem an impossible feat.However, amassing such retirement wealth is within reach for almost anyone — provided they take certain steps, financial advisors say."You might think that, 'Well, I have to become a Silicon Valley entrepreneur to become...
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China ramps up Wall Street meetings as Trump inauguration looms
Aly Song | ReutersChinese Vice Premier He Lifeng has met with several U.S. finance executives in the last month as Beijing seeks to build relationships ahead of President-elect Donald Trump's planned tariffs on China.He Lifeng is one of China's four vice premiers, and heads the ruling Chinese Communist Party's economic...
Far from a bazooka, China’s stimulus measures are just trickling through the economy
A large advertisement touting China's "trade-in" policy hangs outside a housing construction project in Nanjing, China, on Nov. 29, 2024.Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty ImagesChina's latest efforts to kickstart growth haven't had a broad impact yet, data and company earnings show, indicating the world's second-largest economy won't be roaring back...
This ‘stepping stone’ strategy helps parents boost their kids’ credit score. Here’s how it works
Images By Tang Ming Tung | Digitalvision | Getty ImagesParents who want to help jumpstart their kid's credit score and credit history can take one fairly easy step, money experts say: Add your child as an authorized user to your credit card account.The goal is to have a child build...
You’re ‘wired’ to overspend during the holidays, expert says — here’s what to do about it
Betsie Van Der Meer | Digitalvision | Getty ImagesThe holiday season is a time to give thanks, reflect on the past year, and spend time with family and friends. However, if you're not careful, it can also be a time you overspend on holiday purchases.About 83% of Americans plan to...