All of America’s eight globally systemically important banks reported significantly higher revenues and net income than the same period in 2025, and in comparison to the first quarter in 2026. Nothing in banks’ earnings should…

Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) options are becoming increasingly popular for travel expenses such as flights, hotels, cruises, and vacation packages. While BNPL may offer flexibility, it is important to understand the potential costs and risks before committing to a payment plan. This article covers how BNPL works for travel,…

The IRS this week announced changes in the amount that taxpayers may deduct in gas used per mile while operating a vehicle for business for the remainder of the year amid higher gas prices. The tax collection agency noted that the change “results from recent increases in the price of…

Mortgage rates rose this week to the highest level in nearly a year, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey, released Thursday, showed the average rate on the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage climbed to 6.55% – the highest level since August 2025 – from…