Monthly Archives: April 2026

Gen X can’t retire on time as inflation outpaces wages, survey finds

Alliance Global Partners chief global strategist Mark Grant discusses his income tax strategy for retirees on ‘Varney & Co.’ For the generation that should be in its “peak savings years,” the prospect of retiring on time has shifted from a plan to a prayer. A newly released Employee Financial Wellness Survey by PwC found that […]

Nearly half of Gen X workers are delaying retirement as rising costs, stagnant wages drain savings

For the generation that should be in its “peak savings years,” the prospect of retiring on time has shifted from a plan to a prayer. A newly released Employee Financial Wellness Survey by PwC found that nearly 50% of Gen X employees are pushing back their retirement dates, citing stagnant wages, rising everyday costs, and […]

Five financial mistakes Americans in their 30s and 40s are making, expert warns

Americans are facing mounting financial pressure, but even small changes to everyday habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert says. Nearly three-quarters of Americans failed to meet their savings and spending goals last year, according to a Vanguard consumer survey — highlighting nationwide financial pressure. Many households are dealing with broader […]

Five money mistakes Americans make in their 30s and 40s: expert

BD8 Capital Partners CIO Barbara Doran discusses the market’s rebound and retail investor re-entry on ‘Making Money.’ Americans are facing mounting financial pressure, but even small changes to everyday habits could make a major impact on long-term wealth, one expert says. Nearly three-quarters of Americans failed to meet their savings and spending goals last year, […]

Here’s what happens when you dispute a credit card charge

 Financial influencer Taylor Price joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to break down how shifting your mindset can help Americans grow wealth and achieve the American Dream. You have 60 days from your credit card statement date to dispute a charge. After that, the protection disappears. If you’ve ever spotted a charge you didn’t recognize and done […]

ETFs vs mutual funds in 2026: Which is right for your portfolio?

As more Americans take a hands-on approach to their finances, many are weighing whether to invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or mutual funds. Both offer a simple way to build a diversified portfolio of stocks or bonds, and at their core, the two investment vehicles are very similar. But key differences – including how they […]

ETFs or mutual funds? How to choose in today’s market

BD8 Capital Partners CIO Barbara Doran discusses the market’s rebound and retail investor re-entry on ‘Making Money.’ As more Americans take a hands-on approach to their finances, many are weighing whether to invest in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or mutual funds. Both offer a simple way to build a diversified portfolio of stocks or bonds, and […]