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Americans spend 2.5 hours a day "Dreamscrolling"

New research from Empower reveals over half say looking at dream purchases makes it easier to be smart with money.

Time is Money

It's a race against the clock: New Empower research unveils how Americans value their time in pursuit of financial goals and retirement – and what it’s worth to achieve the good life.

One thing: Clearing the table on foodflation

One thing that’s moving markets is a trend-bucking price decline of grocery store staples, led by eggs cracking down a hearty 7.3% month-over-month in April.

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🕗 Clocking the value

Time is money, and there’s a premium: Americans say their time is worth $240 per hour, on average. Let’s dive into other signs of the time in this week’s money news.

The average 401(k) balance by age

The 401(k) is one of the most common investment vehicles to save for retirement. See how your long-term savings stack up.

401(k) withdrawal rules: How to avoid penalties

Sometimes in life, you may need to pull money out of your retirement accounts. Check out a few rules and options to consider before withdrawing.

Source: Empower study, Americans’ top travel destinations and spending habits

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What are retained earnings?

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Retained earnings are an important part of a business's financial picture. Discover what retained earnings are, how to calculate them and why they matter.

The rise of "buy now, pay later"

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The number of people using "buy now, pay later" to pay for purchases is growing. Let’s look into how this financial option works.

One thing: Clearing the table on foodflation

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One thing that’s moving markets is a trend-bucking price decline of grocery store staples, led by eggs cracking down a hearty 7.3% month-over-month in April.

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