The March jobs report will be released on Friday. Here’s what to expect

Consumer confidence shows improvement; job opportunities and jobs fell

A “Help Wanted” sign hangs in the window of a restaurant in Medford, Massachusetts, US, January 25, 2023. Brian Snyder | Reuters Non-farm payrolls are expected to fall back – slightly – in March as consumers tune in for what is shaping up to be a healthy labor market. The US economy is estimated to … Read more

Social Security needs money to fix its deficit. The question is who will pay?

Sen. Bill Cassidy on Social Security: Proposing changes to the Social Security trust fund

People walk through downtown Detroit on April 19, 2025. Dominic Gwinn | Afp | Getty Images Social Security is the largest social insurance program, paying about 75 million Americans every month. However the program is facing an imminent funding shortfall. The Social Security fund for pension benefits could run out by 2032, which could result … Read more

Increase your wealth with these tax strategies

Building a tax efficient portfolio

Morsa Images | E+ | Getty Images To increase wealth, Americans should look beyond smart investments and embrace smart tax planning. From strategies aimed at reducing taxable income to more efficient tax moves, there are many ways investors can build and protect their investments. However, many people do not take advantage of the options available … Read more