The first question to ask when a markets expert speaks

Liz Ann Sonders, chief investment strategist at Charles Schwab, compiled an outstanding list of quotes from history’s investing legends. (I recommend reading her post from start to finish.) One quote…

Ozempic’s Effects on Pregnancy and Fertility: Experts Answer 4 Common Questions

Losing weight can increase the chance of pregnancy for those with overweight or obesity. GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy can help people lose weight and, in turn, increase their…

Risk of Cancer Higher for People Who Drink Alcohol, Even Moderately

A new study found that light to moderate drinking is associated with increased cancer- and disease-related mortality in older adults. The findings corroborate mounting evidence showing the harmful effects of…

What Is a Public Bank?

A public bank is a financial institution owned and operated by the government or a public entity. Public banks differ from private banks, which are owned and operated by private…

Are Online Banks Safe?

If they’re FDIC-insured, online banks are as safe as traditional brick-and-mortar banks in many ways. You can also take steps as a consumer to ensure your account is as protected…

How Google built a potentially lifesaving feature into a smartwatch

The most interesting feature of Google’s (GOOG, GOOGL) new Pixel Watch 3 is something you hopefully never have to use. The company’s third-generation smartwatch, the Pixel Watch 3, which starts…

‘A great step forward’: Nearly 9 million Americans to benefit from Medicare drug price cuts

Ask Teresa Smith how she feels about the hefty healthcare bills she and her husband pay each year, and her answer is simply: “Help!” Smith takes Farxiga, a daily medication…

Your Alzheimer’s Risk Could be 42% Higher if You Leave High Blood Pressure Untreated

A new study has found a link between high blood pressure and Alzheimer’s risk. People with untreated high blood pressure were at greater risk for the disease. High blood pressure…

Why More People Are Overdosing on Weight Loss Drugs Like Ozempic and Wegovy

Overdoses related to compounded forms of semaglutide (Ozempic) and other GLP-1 drugs are on the rise. The FDA warns that incorrect dosing is common when patients use unapproved formulations. Signs…

Methodology for Savings, Money Market, and CD Rankings

We make it easy to find top savings rates by giving you daily rankings of the best rates for savings accounts, money market accounts (MMAs), and certificates of deposit (CDs).…