finance

Wall Street junior bankers still battling burnout by logging 100-hour weeks amid 35-year-old associate's death: survey

Overheard on Wall Street, a social media platform popular with bankers, spoke to young staffers last month who said their intense workload was taking a toll on their well-being.

How to boost your credit score if you're a first-time homebuyer

It’s simple: The better your credit history, the higher your score—and the better your opportunities for a home loan.

CNBC financial analyst-turned-fugitive arrested by FBI after 3 years on the run

McDonald had been a fugitive since November 2021 after he failed to appear before the United States Securities and Exchange Commission to testify regarding accusations of defrauding investors.

How much you need to have in your savings to feel financially prepared: poll

“The survey also found that the average American starts to feel stressed about their money just seven days after receiving their paycheck,” said Madhu Muthukumar, Chief Product Officer at Chime.

The US economy is facing its 'two biggest issues' in one day -- here's how it could affect your wallet

New inflation data and the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision are set to be released, tackling inflation and monetary policy.

Nearly two-thirds of middle-class Americans say they are struggling financially: 'Gasping for air'

A majority of middle-class Americans are experiencing financial hardship that they expect will continue for the rest of their lives, according to a new poll. 

Wild way this Gen Z college student saved over $100K before graduating

A Gen Z university student has revealed her wild plan to be able to both buy a home and become a digital nomad before she’s even 25.

Citadel Securities, BlackRock back Texas Stock Exchange in challenge to NYSE, Nasdaq

BlackRock and Citadel Securities are among the financial heavyweights that are backing the creation of the Texas Stock Exchange.

Being single is too expensive and stressful— but these women would STILL rather be alone

"Women are no longer solely focused on getting married and starting families, but instead focused on building their careers and prioritizing debt repayment," Courtney Alev, consumer financial advocate at Intuit...

I was earning six-figures and at the peak of my career — here's why I quit

Chloe Taylor was at the peak of her career and earning six-figures when she decided to walk away.

Want to buy a new home but keep your low-interest rate? Try this simple mortgage hack

Enter “mortgage porting,” the practice of transferring the terms of your existing mortgage over to a new property. But how exactly does it work, and what will you need to qualify?

Everyone suddenly wants a 'man in finance' — but stylists want them to level up their 'bro style'

It's about to be 'finance bro' summer. But, are the 'bros' dressed for the occasion?

The 100-envelope TikTok challenge claims it will help you save thousands — but does it work?

A viral internet challenge has emerged as the hot new way to stockpile cash for the future, and some super-savers have collected over $5,000.

100-hour weeks and heart palpitations — Inside Wall Street's brutal work culture

The tragic deaths of two Bank of America employees has become a flashpoint for anger over allegedly unrealistic work expectations on Wall Street.

NYC's cops, firefighters, teachers and city worker pension funds have millions sunk in TikTok parent ByteDance

As TikTok's future in the US remains murky, dozens of venture capitalist firms have invested millions of dollars from US pensions funds – including those of New York's police officers...

Banker's sudden death at 35 ignites firestorm over alleged grueling 100-hour workweeks

Many on Wall Street are quick to link his passing to a culture they believe values wealth over wellbeing.

These runway models switched direction to become fintech founders

“Even with all those experiences, we still felt clueless about building credit, figuring out how much is normal to spend on social lives and whether we were ‘behind’ others financially,”...

College student asks money question everyone wants answered

A young Australian Gen Zer posed a question about her finances, and the answers were nothing short of surprising.

Former NFL star reflects on financial mistakes, warns current players: 'It's a short career

Former NFL star Wale Ogunleye uses his experience in finance to help emerging athletes prepare for the future, and prevent them from spending every penny before retirement.