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This story uncovers how lifestyle choices can shape financial futures, impacting wealth accumulation over time.
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Same Salary, Different Futures: How EMIs and Investments Shape Your Financial Life

Ayush and Krish have a lot in common. Both have around six years of corporate experience and take home close to ₹1.5 lakh a month….

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US stocks fell as oil prices and Treasury yields rose. Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq dropped. (Bloomberg)
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Why US stocks fell today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq drop as oil and bond yields rise

US stocks fell on Thursday as oil prices and bond yields moved higher. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.8%, while the S&P 500 dropped…

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A $10,000 Costco investment earns only about $61 a year in regular dividends. (Bloomberg)
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Costco dividend rises: Why a $10,000 investment pays only $61 yearly

Costco has raised its dividend, but the payout remains relatively modest for income-focused investors. The retailer increased its quarterly dividend by about 13.1%, from $1.30…

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Walmart gets a $2.9 billion tariff refund after paying import tariffs in 2025 and 2026. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa, File) (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
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Walmart gets $2.9 billion tariff refund: How it plans to use the money

Walmart has reported a massive $2.9 billion tariff refund, making it the largest tariff refund reported by a major US company so far. The money…

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S&P 500 gained 10.2% in the first half of 2026. (REUTERS/Brendan McDermid//File Photo) (REUTERS)
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S&P 500 jumps 10.2% in first half of 2026: What history says could happen next

The S&P 500 had a strong start to 2026. The index gained 10.2% on a total-return basis during the first half of 2026, putting it…

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As traditional income structures fade, many now face the challenge of budgeting with irregular earnings. Discover how strategically investing in bonds can help create a predictable payment schedule, aligning income with fixed expenses.
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Irregular income? Bonds can bring some rhythm to it

As careers move away from the traditional fixed-salary model, a growing number of people are earning income that doesn’t arrive on a predictable schedule. This…

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Crypto stocks surge as Trump backs the Clarity Act. Coinbase, Circle, Bitcoin miners and other crypto shares rise as investors expect clearer US crypto rules. (Pexel/Representative image) (Pexel)
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Crypto stocks surge as Trump backs Clarity Act: Coinbase, Circle, miners rise

Crypto stocks jumped in premarket trading on Thursday after US President Donald Trump pushed Congress to pass the Clarity Act, giving the cryptocurrency industry a…

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Receiving a financial windfall presents unique challenges in managing newfound wealth. Without an immediate need or clear plan, many risk impulsive spending or stagnant savings.
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You’ve got a windfall. Here’s how not to waste it

A windfall creates a different kind of financial decision than a regular income does. There is often no immediate need for the money, but also…

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In a notice, SBI said four cash withdrawals per month will continue to be free. (Bloomberg File Photo )
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SBI to revise cash withdrawal charges from October 1; check new rules

The State Bank of India (SBI) on Thursday announced that it will revise cash withdrawal charges, effective October 1, for Basic Savings Bank Deposit (BSBD)…

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Bitcoin crosses $70,000 as Treasury buybacks and Trump’s crypto push lift BTC. (Pexel/Representative image) (Pexel)
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Bitcoin breaks $70,000: Why Treasury move could push BTC toward $75,000 next now

Bitcoin moved above $70,000 for the first time in more than two months, showing that more investors are buying the cryptocurrency again. Bitcoin rose more…

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