Cookies edge higher, milk rises slightly, coffee jumps — but cocoa drops nearly 47% since last year.

Americans are on track to spend around $1 trillion this sparkle season across gifts, food, and décor. Here's this week's money news.

The IRS is rolling out a new set of inflation adjustments and policy shifts for 2026 — raising deductions, expanding savings limits, adjusting certain retirement-related provisions, and retiring Direct File.

A backdoor Roth IRA essentially lets you convert your nondeductible traditional IRA contribution to a Roth IRA.

Salary negotiations can significantly impact long-term compensation, including raises and bonuses. Many employers expect candidates to negotiate.

Close to a quarter of Americans say the financial choices they make in December set the tone for the new year (21%), according to new Empower research. 

Third-quarter earnings reporting wrapped in November with focus on whether big AI investments by tech companies will be met with widescale business adoption.

Add these money moves to your year-end financial checklist to help make progress on financial goals and optimize tax benefits before year-end. 

Rare earth minerals power everyday tech from phones to EVs. New export rules could reshape supply chains and ultimately drive innovation.

Tax liabilities can be a major expense for many households and individuals. Learn the basics of tax liabilities are and how you can help reduce them.